Amwaj Islands is a stunning reclaimed island development featuring beaches, marina, waterfront dining, and resort living. It's one of Bahrain's best spots for a beach day or waterfront meal.
Last updated: 2026-02-24
Public Beach
Beautiful free public beach with clean sand, facilities, and promenade. One of the best public beaches in Bahrain.
Best for: Families, beach days, sunsets
💡 Gets busy on weekends. Arrive early for best spots.
Shopping & Dining
Waterfront mall with restaurants, cafes, and retail. Beautiful marina views and relaxed atmosphere.
Best for: Dining, shopping, walking
💡 Great for evening strolls and dinner with marina views.
Resort
Distinctive Chinese-themed resort with pools, spa, and Thai restaurant. Day passes available for pools.
Best for: Pool days, dining, staycations
💡 Try the Thai restaurant. Pool day passes good value.
Marina
Scenic marina with yachts and waterfront walking paths. Multiple restaurants line the waterfront.
Best for: Walking, photography, dining
💡 Best in evening when it's cooler and restaurants are lively.
Public, free
Clean sand, facilities, promenade, cafes
Hotel beach
Day passes available, pools, facilities
Polynesian
Dragon Resort
Waterfront Polynesian
Thai
Dragon Hotel
Authentic Thai
Italian
Marassi Galleria
Italian marina views
Mediterranean
Amwaj Marina
Beach club vibes
Burgers
Marassi
Organic burgers
Cafe
Marassi Galleria
Coffee with views
About 25-30 minutes from central Manama. Connected by causeway. Plenty of parking.
Cooler months (Oct-Apr) for beach. Evening for dining. Weekdays less crowded.
Sunscreen, hat, umbrella for beach. Camera for marina views.
Muharraq heritage area (10 min), Bahrain International Airport (15 min).
Amwaj offers Marassi Beach (free public beach), Marassi Galleria shopping and dining, Dragon Hotel pools and spa, marina walks, and numerous waterfront restaurants.
Yes! Marassi Beach is a free public beach with facilities. Bring your own umbrella and supplies. It's one of the best public beaches in Bahrain.
Amwaj is connected to Muharraq by causeway. It's about 25-30 minutes drive from central Manama. A car is recommended as there's limited public transport.