You’re on the road, in town for an important meeting. There are a few things you simply must have — efficient service, a comfortable room, working Wi-Fi and a good location. Business travelers have their own set of demands, and they need a particular kind of hotel. Luckily, doing business in the Caribbean means you don’t have to sacrifice these things — as long as you find the right place. These are our top 10 business hotels in the Caribbean for 2013. What are yours?
Hotel El Convento — Old San Juan, Puerto Rico
This 58-room property has an old-world quality, and has complimentary Wi-Fi across every nook and cranny.
Fort Young Hotel — Roseau, Dominica
This full-service hotel might have the fastest Wi-Fi of any business hotel in the Caribbean, and its historic charms, perfect location and great views of the harbour are an added bonus.
British Colonial Nassau, Bahamas
James Bond came here while working for Universal Exports, and the property remains a great pick for business travelers in downtown Nassau. While Wi-Fi is generally free, there’s a fee for in-room use, unfortunately.
Hyatt Regency Trinidad
This hotel was built at a world-class standard, and there’s a reason it’s the hotel of choice for foreign dignitaries visiting Port of Spain. The only issue is that, unfortunately, Wi-Fi isn’t free.
Best Western Premier Haiti
This property, which debuted in late March, has quickly developed into one of the best hotels in the country and a go-to destination for business and political travelers in Port-au-Prince.
Courtleigh Hotel & Suites — Kingston, Jamaica
Comfortable, centrally located and boasting complimentary, pervasive Wi-Fi. The Courtleigh is the place for doing business Jamaica’s capital.
Courtyard By Marriott — Bridgetown, Barbados
Just outside the capital, the Courtyard has great service, great Wi-Fi and a very efficient breakfast cafe.
Hostal Nicolas de Ovando — Santo Domingo
This beautiful MGallery property is centrally located in the Colonial Zone. Just make sure you don’t get distracted from your work by the stunning historic architecture.
Cobblestone Inn — Kingstown, St Vincent and the Grenadines
If you’re doing business in Kingstown, there simply is no other option than the Cobblestone, a charming, historic property built in an old sugar warehouse.
Spanish Court Hotel — Kingston, Jamaica
It’s a close call with the Courtleigh, although the Spanish Court is a more modern, stylish option. Naturally, complimentary Wi-Fi is a staple here, too.