The Royal Beach Club Santorini is Europe’s first-ever exclusive beach destination developed by Royal Caribbean Group, open from summer of 2026. This quick guide breaks down everything you need to know to plan your visit.
How It Works: The Ultimate Santorini Day
The beach club is exclusively offered as part of a comprehensive full-day shore excursion called the Ultimate Santorini Day. Rather than just offering beach access, this pre-packaged excursion handles all island logistics—a major advantage given Santorini’s often congested cable cars and tender boats. The itinerary begins with a scenic ferry ride along the island’s coastline, followed by escorted visits to the famous whitewashed villages of Oia and Fira, and concludes with guaranteed beach time at the private club on a secluded black-sand beach on the south coast.
Pricing and Booking Details
The Royal Beach Club is a paid shore excursion and is not included in the base fare of your cruise. Pricing fluctuates based on your sailing date and when you book. While standard listings have shown prices around $284 per adult and $199 per child, cruise planner promotions can reduce these rates to approximately $197 per adult and $138 per child.
You can book your passes through the Royal App or the My Royal Cruise portal once your cruise is reserved. Early booking is strongly advised as capacity is limited and securing transportation logistics ahead of time helps bypass peak season delays.
What’s Included in Your Ticket
Your excursion pass operates as an all-inclusive beach experience once you arrive at the club. The following amenities are included complimentary with your admission:
- Transportation: Coordinated ferry and bus transfers covering the entire day.
- Dining: Unlimited access to an all-you-can-eat Mediterranean buffet featuring authentic Greek cuisine (like souvlaki and gyros) and a Greek frozen yogurt station.
- Beverages: Draft beer, house wine, canned soda, coffee, and hydration water stations.
- Beach Essentials: Luxurious sun loungers, umbrellas, plush towels, private changing cabanas, and restrooms.
- Entertainment: Live DJ performances and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Who Can Visit?
The Royal Beach Club is an exclusive destination designed for guests sailing on Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea ships that call on Santorini. The venue is family-friendly with no age restrictions. Additionally, in an effort to support the destination’s community, local Greek residents are permitted to purchase entry passes at the door on days a ship is in port, strictly based on space availability.