Royal Caribbean Shows Off New Beach Club That Will Open in 2027

Royal Caribbean guests are very familiar with the cruise line’s popular private destinations in the Bahamas: Perfect Day at CocoCay as well as the Royal Beach Club Paradise Island that opened in late December 2025. Cruise Hive has also reported on a lot of interest in the new plans for Perfect Day Mexico in Costa Maya and Royal Beach Club Santorini in Greece.

Now the cruise line has offered a first look at Royal Beach Club Lelepa, the first-ever private cruise destination that will open in the Southern Hemisphere.

Royal Beach Club Lelepa is expected to be available for sailings beginning in October 2027. Those cruises are now available for booking, and include options aboard Quantum of the Seas and Anthem of the Seas.

Different cruise options include voyages from Australia, longer South Pacific itineraries, and epic transpacific cruises. Additional deployments and ships may also be announced in the months leading up to the new destination’s grand opening.

Royal Beach Club Lelepa (pronounced leh-leh-PAH) will be in the nation of Vanuatu, an archipelago roughly 1,200 miles northeast of Brisbane, Australia. The beach club will be on the northern side of the island.

In comparison to other popular local ports, Royal Beach Club Lelepa will be just about 25 miles’ sailing distance from Port Vila and about 350 miles north of Noumea in New Caledonia.

How Royal Beach Club Lelepa Will Be Different

The new beach club is designed to offer guests an exclusive experience unlike any other.

“We are developing a beach club experience that is completely connected to the Australian guests who’ve told us exactly how they want to experience that, and that’s we’re creating,” said Michael Bayley, President and CEO of Royal Caribbean. “It’s really going to be a special place.”

The new beach club will feature two outstanding beaches, an adults-only retreat, a nature trail, water sports, unlimited island foods, and more for guests to enjoy.

Initial artistic renderings show bright tropical colors and shaded pavilions, plenty of beach loungers, beach volleyball courts, beach cricket, cornhole tosses, and more.

While Royal Beach Club Lelepa will be a tender port that requires the use of water shuttles rather than a pier, that will enhance the exclusive vibe of the destination.

The key to the new destination is its authentic connection to the Australian guest experience and what travelers Down Under want from their cruise vacations.

Unlike more developed locations, the idea behind Royal Beach Club Lelepa is to give guests an unparalleled opportunity to enjoy the region’s natural beauty and pristine marine habitats.

“We have spent a lot of time really understanding the topography of the island,” said Keri-Ann Chin-Sang, Senior Director, Product Development for Royal Caribbean.

“The plan is to really showcase the natural beauty of the destination. The waters are crystal clear, blue for miles. The backdrop is just a vision of mountains. It really is a stunning destination.”

In addition to the beaches, guests will be able to enjoy snorkeling, kayaking, paddle boarding, and other water sports. Glass bottom options will offer unique ocean views and a stunning connection to the water.

A total of 10 bars will provide a mix of popular favorite cocktails and drinks as well as more unique beverages and local brews.

Further details on menus, exact tour options, and more are sure to be released in the coming months.

What Will the New Beach Club Cost?

Unlike Royal Beach Club Paradise Island that is an excursion opportunity for an extra cost for Royal Caribbean ships visiting Nassau, Royal Beach Club Lelepa is included in guests’ cruise fare, similar to Perfect Day at CocoCay.

For refreshment, guests will be able to sample a blended menu of Royal Caribbean classic dishes as well as local dishes from two eateries, with dining included at no extra charge.

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Beach strollers and beach wheelchairs will be free for visitors, ensuring everyone can access all the beauty and relaxation the destination has to offer. Towels, loungers, and umbrellas are also free, though guests can rent more exclusive daybeds and water sports equipment if desired.

A “Mama’s Market” shopping area will undoubtedly feature exclusive souvenirs and likely local artisan items and other unique retail shops.

Of course, guests do not have to get off their ship if they prefer to stay onboard and enjoy each vessel’s amenities.