Roatan, Honduras 🇭🇳
#761
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Nomad Score:
60%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Roatan offers a low cost of living compared to many global destinations, making it attractive for budget-conscious digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Affordable rental options including apartments and shared housing, though prices can vary near tourist hotspots.
🍎 Food & Groceries
79%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries provide inexpensive food options; imported goods are pricier but still reasonable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
Public transportation is limited but cheap; taxis and moto-taxis are affordable for short distances.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options like diving, tours, and nightlife are moderately priced but can add up.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and sometimes basic; membership fees are moderate.
💱 Currency Stability
54%
Weight: 30
Honduran Lempira can be volatile; US dollar is widely accepted which mitigates some risk.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Internet is generally stable with speeds around 10-20 Mbps in urban areas; some rural spots have slower connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
43%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; most nomads rely on cafes or private rentals for work.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
62%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but reliability and speed vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
58%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but overall infrastructure is still developing.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
51%
Weight: 100
Growing but still a niche destination for digital nomads compared to more established hubs.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle supports good work-life balance with plenty of outdoor activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Clean beaches and marine environments, though some areas face waste management challenges.
🧼 Cleanliness
63%
Weight: 10
Public areas are moderately clean; some parts of the island have litter issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
57%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; English is spoken in tourist areas but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
81%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to coastal location and low industrial activity.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
49%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; serious medical issues require travel to mainland Honduras or abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
71%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality is variable.
🏥 Healthcare
50%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities and specialists on the island; emergency care is basic.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some humidity and rainy season from May to November.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
42%
Weight: 10
Hurricane risk during season; occasional flooding and tropical storms.
🏞️ Green Spaces
77%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green areas and marine parks.
❄️ Air Conditioning
74%
Weight: 15
Many accommodations and public places have AC, but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate means consistent weather year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
73%
Weight: 20
Rich Garifuna and Caribbean cultural influences with vibrant local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
55%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly bars and small clubs catering to tourists.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
91%
Weight: 15
Excellent for outdoor activities including diving, snorkeling, hiking, and wildlife watching.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
46%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; immersion possible but limited structured options.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
80%
Weight: 10
Wide range of tours including marine excursions, cultural visits, and eco-tours.
🎳 Indoors Fun
48%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly small bars and restaurants.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Good variety of local seafood and Caribbean cuisine; international options are limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
52%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available, mostly small and informal.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
59%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and outdoor fitness options; no large fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
64%
Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and produce available; limited organic or specialty health food stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
Central Standard Time (UTC-6) aligns well with North and Central America.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
41%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital nomads or entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
37%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most nomads work for international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
39%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities; not comparable to major cities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
25%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup ecosystem on the island.
💳 Local Payment Services
53%
Weight: 10
Cash is king; digital payment services are limited but improving.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and infrastructure for blockchain and crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
61%
Weight: 30
Roatan International Airport offers flights to regional hubs but limited direct international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
38%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on taxis and moto-taxis.
🚶 Walkability
56%
Weight: 20
Walkable in small towns and tourist areas but limited sidewalks elsewhere.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
29%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps; taxis and moto-taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited infrastructure and hilly terrain.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
34%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity transport; mostly boats and small buses.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
63%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals available in tourist areas.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in populated areas; some rural gaps.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages especially during storms; generally stable.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
54%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
72%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many nationalities; stays up to 90 days.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
No local income tax for foreigners but limited tax treaties.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
68%
Weight: 15
Generally respected but some concerns over media freedom.
🏛️ Political Stability
45%
Weight: 20
Some political unrest and corruption issues in Honduras affect perceptions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
42%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners due to documentation and bureaucracy.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
39%
Weight: 10
Complex and slow process with bureaucratic hurdles.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but infrastructure and community are still developing.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
32%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
45%
Weight: 20
Small but growing online presence among nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
40%
Weight: 100
Safety concerns exist, especially outside tourist areas; caution advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
43%
Weight: 50
Moderate; women should exercise caution, especially at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant with diverse cultural influences but occasional discrimination reported.