Bahrain Public and Private Beaches List
MyGuideBahrain has listed some of the most popular beaches for you.
Public Beaches in Bahrain
Bahrain has quite a few public beaches. Although Bahrain is very liberal, on the public beaches you are advised to dress appropriately. For men that means long swimming shorts, speedo’s are discouraged. For women that means covering shoulders and knees.
Bahrain Al Beach
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The beach gets really busy on Fridays and is very popular with families and it is child friendly. The beach can get quite dirty due to people leaving their rubbish. The beach is located near the F1 circuit.
Nearby cities are Hamad Town, Durrat Al Bahrain, Manama
Bahrain Amwaj Beach
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Not strictly a public beach but the reclaimed islands certainly seem to attract lots of people at the weekends. There are various areas where it’s possible to reach the sea to swim or just sit on the shore and watch the kite surfers. it’s very popular with Jet Ski lovers so can get quite noisy sometimes.
Bahrain Arad Fort Beach
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Head for Bahrain Fort, past the Bapco petrol station at Seef. Karbabad is a great place for an evening walk or a picknic, there are many locals around.
Nearby city Karbabad
Bahrain Hidd Beach
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Bahrain Hidd Beach is another one that is more popular for picnicking than swimming, this small area of sand opposite Prince Khalifa bin Salman Park attracts barbecue fans and offers great views of Juffair and Manama at sunset.
Nearby cities are: Bahrain Hidd, Juffair and Manama
Bahrain Jazair Beach
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One of the island’s few truly public beaches, located at the end of Gulf of Bahrain Avenue not far from Zallaq area. Once you reach the sailing club, turn left and you’ll find yourself at the beach. There is more than a kilometer of sandy beach. There is lots of shade and some equipment for kids, this beach is often visited by Bahraini locals.
Nearby city Zallaq area
Bahrain Karbabad Beach
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Head for Bahrain Fort, past the Bapco petrol station at Seef. Karbabad is a great place for an evening walk or a picknic, there are many locals around.
Nearby city Karbabad
Bahrain Marassi Beach
Bahrain Marassi beach can be found on the island of Muharraq. The water here is crystal clear and the beach is well maintained.
The beach has a lot to offer to people who like sports and adventure.
You can spend your day parasailing, wakeboarding, kneeboarding, get on a banana boat or in a kayak.
Everything is possible.
Also, families with young children will have a good time at Marassi beach, for the children they have
swings and a large water park.
The Beach is ideal for picnics and offers idyllic views overlooking the beautiful Bahraini waters.
The close-by luxurious Marassi Galleria Mall is currently being built and expected to be opened in late 2021. Besides shops, the mall will also offer many restaurants. The Address Marassi Golf Resort hotel offers access to a 1 kilometer stretch of white sandy pristine beach.
Private Beaches in Bahrain
Bahrain Ritz Carlton Beach
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Escape to a truly urban hotel and resort at The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain, one of the most magnificent luxury Bahrain hotels located on a private island between Manama Bay and the city center. Here, guests can luxuriate in lavish secluded villas with views of the turquoise Arabian Gulf. Located in the Bahrain area Seef
Nearby city Bahrain area Seef
Bahrain Yacht Club Beach
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Located in Sitra, the Bahrain Yacht Club has one of the nicest beaches on the island, smallish but clean and with a good restaurant in the club house. It’s members only but you can buy a day pass for BD2. They have training facilities and services to meet your requirements.
Nearby city Sitra
Bahrain Coral Bay Beach
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This beach is located near the area Hoora. This club/restaurant/spa has a small beach that gets crowded at weekends. Popular with the younger expat crowd, enjoy a drink or two on your sunbed! There are also a few pools and you can rent Jet Ski’s, banana boats and kayaks. Cost: 5BD weekdays, 8BD weekends and public holidays.
Nearby city Hoora
Novotel Al Dana Resort Beach
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A nice small beach, non-hotel guests are welcome on weekdays, costs: BD20 single, BD25 couple, BD35 family (2 adults and 2 kids under 12) A day pass gives non-hotel guests access to free use of gym, sauna, Jacuzzi and pool. Hotel guests only at the weekend.
Nearby cities are Bahrain Diplomatic Area, Bahrain Hoora
Bahrain Hawar Islands Beach
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A big favourite with bird watchers, the main island is home to the Tulip Inn, 1 hour by boat from Ad Dur Village: consisting of 40 Standard rooms, 4 two-bedroom suites, 16 furnished apartments and 45 chalets; it is definitely a resort to visit. The easy access from the capital, Manama, plays a vital role in making the Tulip Inn Hawar Beach a primary destination for families, holiday seekers as well as incentives and meeting bookers, where fun and relaxation is guaranteed. A 25 minutes drive from Manama to Ad-Dur Village by car, where scheduled public sea transport is always available to take you on a breathtaking sea trip to the island.
Bahrain Jarada Island Beach
Jarada Island is one of the best attractions in Bahrain, golden sands and blue clear water, very clean sand and the best place to swim, the island appears in the ebb and disappears in the tide (ebb and flow).You can reach Jarada by speed boat and if you don’t own one, there are regular trips from Coral Bay or you can arrange one through Jarada Tours.
Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Beach Sea & Spa
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The Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa sea & spa. Experience an outstanding resort in the heart of a nature reserve, facing the world’s most beautiful beaches. Perfect for families looking for a fun day out together with access to great dining options. Costs: BD20 (weekdays), BD30 (weekends) for families and couples only.
Nearby cities are Bahrain Riffa , Bahrain Zallaq