Rum Point sits on the North Side of Grand Cayman, about forty-five minutes by car from most hotels and the cruise terminal, and it feels a world away from the resort strip. The beach is white sand and shallow water with shady trees, hammocks, picnic tables, changing rooms and showers, and it is open daily. Volleyball nets, kayaks and paddleboards are available, and the calm shallows suit swimming and snorkelling. The Rum Point Beach Club, home of the Mudslide cocktail, serves lunch and drinks, and boat trips from the North Sound often stop here for a meal. The mood is slow and sociable, and the drive across the island is pleasant, so it works as a half-day or full-day escape.
Think of Rum Point as a destination in its own right. The water is shallow and gentle, so children can paddle safely, and the trees give genuine shade, which is not always true on busier beaches. Bring your own towel and a book, then use the hammocks, grab a table and settle in for lunch. Weekends bring locals and a livelier crowd, while weekdays are quieter, and arrival before midday makes it easier to claim a shady spot. The location also makes it a smart base for the north side's other highlights: Starfish Point is nearby, the Stingray City sandbar is a short boat ride away, and the Bioluminescent Bay tours operate in the surrounding North Sound.
Getting there is straightforward by rental car along the scenic north-side road, by taxi or tour, or by boat on a lunch cruise. Plan the drive time, since it takes close to an hour from the Seven Mile Beach strip, and note that facilities are simpler than on the main resort beach, so bring sunscreen, cash or a card and water. Check opening hours for the beach club before you go, particularly outside the peak season, and follow any local advice about conditions. It is a lovely place to end a day of wildlife and snorkelling with a slow lunch and a swim.
What to expect
The experience
A relaxed beach day on the north side with shallow water, shade, hammocks, picnic tables and lunch at the beach club.
Best time
Weekday mornings for space and shade, or a late lunch after a morning on the water.
How long
Three to five hours including the drive, longer if you make it a full beach day.
Tips
Arrive before midday to claim shade, bring sunscreen and water, and check beach club hours before you go.
Quick picks
- Best for
- Travellers who prefer a quieter, shadier beach and a long lunch to a busy resort strip.
- Families
- Shallow water, changing rooms and picnic tables make it easy for children, though the drive is a long haul with little ones.
- Couples
- Share a hammock, order a Mudslide at the beach club and watch the light change over the North Sound.
- Pair with
- Starfish Point and Stingray City, both a short boat ride or drive away.
- Time needed
- Half a day, or a full day with lunch.
Good questions
How far is Rum Point from Seven Mile Beach?+
It is about forty-five minutes by car from most hotels and the cruise terminal, so plan the drive and a full half day. Boat trips from the North Sound also stop here.
What is there to do at Rum Point?+
Swim in the shallow water, relax in hammocks, play volleyball, rent kayaks or paddleboards and have lunch at the beach club. It is a place for slowing down.
Is Rum Point good for children?+
Yes, the water is shallow and calm, with shade, picnic tables and changing rooms. Keep an eye on little ones near the water.
Can I combine Rum Point with Starfish Point?+
Yes, they are close together on the north side and make an easy pairing by car or boat. Many tours include both.
Is Rum Point open every day?+
The beach is open seven days a week, but check beach club and rental hours, especially outside the high season.
