The BEST episodes of Bachelor in Paradise

Every episode of Bachelor in Paradise ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Bachelor in Paradise!

Contestants will live together in an isolated romantic paradise and, over the course of six episodes, we’ll follow these former bachelors and bachelorettes as they explore new romantic relationships. America will watch as they fall in love or go through renewed heartbreak.

Last Updated: 7/25/2026Network: ABC (US)Status: Continuing

9.00

56 votes

#1 - Week 4 Part 2

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/26/2014

A new bachelorette targets Zack; Jesse is invited on a date to the ancient Mayan city of Chichen Itza; Cody hastily reveals his feelings to Michelle.

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9.00

56 votes

#2 - Week 5

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 9/1/2014

A new bachelor's arrival makes Sarah question her relationship with Robert; Jackie goes on a date with Brooks, making Zack jealous; Christy learns her love-interest has been hooking up with another woman.

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9.00

56 votes

#3 - Week 4 Part 1

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/25/2014

After being turned down by Clare, Cody gives his date card to his friend Marcus; new bachelor Kalon asks Michelle on a date but ends up going out alone; Jesse seems to win over newcomer Jackie.

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8.50

56 votes

#4 - Week 2

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 8/11/2014

Two new bachelors arrive; Lacy and Marcus' connection grows; the cast learns one bachelor has been lying and has a girlfriend back at home.

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8.00

28 votes

#5 - Week 6

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 9/8/2014

Chris tells the remaining cast that, if they can't see their relationship transitioning into the real world, they need to leave; the couples go on overnight dates.

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7.00

28 votes

#6 - Week 1

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 8/4/2014

Some of The Bachelor's biggest stars and villains are back. They all left The Bachelor or The Bachelorette with broken hearts, but now they know what it really takes to find love, and on Bachelor in Paradise they'll get a second chance to find their soul mates. Contestants will live together in an isolated romantic paradise in Mexico and explore new romantic relationships.

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7.00

28 votes

#7 - Week 3

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/18/2014

A new bachelorette has her eye on Marquel; Michelle M. plans a double date with Robert and Clare and Zack; Chris B. sustains a serious injury; two people unexpectedly leave paradise for good.

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7.00

28 votes

#8 - Week 3, Night 1

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/15/2016

A newly single bachelor tries for the heart of an unavailable woman. The cast members prepare for a cocktail party. Two undecided bachelorettes contemplate their options. Two fun-loving couples go on a double date.

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6.00

28 votes

#9 - Week 4, Night 1

Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 8/22/2016

A bachelor deals with his ex's inability to move on. Two new men cause a stir among the bachelorettes. Two couples go out on a party boat. A pair ride horses out to a waterfall.

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0.00

0 votes

#10 - Week 4: Part 2

Season 7 - Episode 7 - Aired 9/7/2021

Guest host Titus Burgess storms the beach, ready to shake things up by throwing an exclusive welcome party that stirs up more drama than Wells does drinks. Olivia Holt performs.

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0.00

0 votes

#11 - Week 4: Part 1

Season 8 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/17/2022

Twelve men find themselves vying for only seven roses. One man finds an unexpected spark in a new arrival. Jesse Palmer arrives to drop a bombshell announcement that divides the beach like never before.

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0.00

0 votes

#12 - Week 5

Season 7 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/14/2021

The beach's most controversial couple faces a reckoning they can't come back from. One couple pays a visit to the Boom Boom Room, another endures a birthday breakup of epic proportions, and one unlucky lady gets a second chance at love.

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0.00

0 votes

#13 - Week 6

Season 7 - Episode 9 - Aired 9/21/2021

Kendall shares a tearful confession with her former beau, but Joe just can't tell her what she wants to hear. Guest host Lil Jon brings in two new guys. Some couples take it to the next level while others hit stumbling blocks.

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0.00

0 votes

#14 - Week 7

Season 7 - Episode 10 - Aired 9/28/2021

Ahead of the rose ceremony, tension between Aaron and Ivan escalates. After the roses have been handed out, the final guest host emerges. Those still on the beach dance the night away at an '80s-themed prom.

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0.00

0 votes

#15 - Week 8: Season Finale

Season 7 - Episode 11 - Aired 10/5/2021

The remaining couples face the season's final rose ceremony. Alumni couple Caelynn and Dean arrive to share their love story.

0.00

0 votes

#16 - Week 4

Season 9 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/19/2023

The arrival of John Henry and John B rocks the beach, potentially leading to the downfall of one or more solid couples. The Paradise Truth Box is introduced. Sam tries to push through recovery from her urgent medical issue.

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0.00

0 votes

#17 - Week 1: Season Premiere

Season 8 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/27/2022

Returning with the largest-ever cast of fan favorites from "The Bachelor" franchise.

0.00

0 votes

#18 - Week 2: Part 1

Season 8 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/3/2022

Victoria F. arrives and she's ready to make waves. The pressure is on for the ladies to secure their partners. A steamy love triangle emerges, an ultimatum is handed out and one man's indecision sets off a Shakespearian chain reaction.

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0.00

0 votes

#19 - Week 2: Part 2

Season 8 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/4/2022

As the rose ceremony approaches, the previously confident guys are realizing that holding the roses may not mean they have the advantage they expected. Lovable Rodney shows up with hearts in his eyes, putting the ladies' jaws on the floor.

0.00

0 votes

#20 - Week 3: Part 1

Season 8 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/10/2022

A flock of single ladies races to make the first move on the hottest new arrival, Rodney. Lovebirds Serene and Brandon receive a much-anticipated date card. Ashley and Jared attempt to turn up the heat in their own romance.

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0.00

0 votes

#21 - Week 3: Part 2

Season 8 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/11/2022

Salley arrives and two daring women jump at the opportunity to confront her right away about her intentions. Shanae sorts out her feelings for two suitors. Ashley and Jared make the most out of their last night on the beach.

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0.00

0 votes

#22 - Week 6: Part 1

Season 6 - Episode 11 - Aired 9/9/2019

John Paul Jones makes special arrangements for prom. Matt feels torn between Sydney and Bri. Demi works to get past her insecurities.

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0.00

0 votes

#23 - Week 4: Part 1

Season 7 - Episode 6 - Aired 9/6/2021

Joe comes face-to-face with the woman who broke his heart. Natasha and Brendan start to move in the right direction, but just as Natasha feels the spark heat up, another familiar face makes her appearance.

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0.00

0 votes

#24 - Week 3: Part 2

Season 7 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/31/2021

As the women prepare to hand out their roses, nerves get the better of the men. Becca Kufrin brings the heat to the beach. Guest host Lance Bass.

0.00

0 votes

#25 - Week 3: Part 1

Season 7 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/30/2021

Two new men arrive, promptly choosing a pair of lucky ladies to take on a hot and heavy double date. Things fall apart as one hopeless romantic learns the object of his affection visited the boom boom room with someone else. Guest host Lance Bass.