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11 Great Family-Run Caribbean Hotels

By: Caribbean Journal Staff - June 19, 2014 - 12:37 am
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It’s the height of hospitality — where you feel like part of the family. This is true at most great hotels, but even more so at the best family-managed properties in the Caribbean. Indeed, the Caribbean stands out in the sheer number of high-quality, family owned and family-run hotels.  A passion for the Caribbean always plays a large part in getting them here. And a commitment to running a great business and treating guests, employees and neighbours like their own kin is the secret of their success and longevity. Family-run means the family doesn’t just own the property — it means you see the family active in the property during your stay.

Graycliff Hotel & Restaurant — Bahamas

This Caribbean institution run by the Garzaroli family reaches the zenith of hospitality. A guest here receives some of the finest service anywhere in the region. And it’s been that way for decades.


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