They’re luxury hotels — off the radar. Some are closely-guarded secrets, others are just plain undiscovered.
All of them offer a unique brand of Caribbean luxury that is the pinnacle of the hospitality experience, from more traditional retreats to the essence of eco-chic.
Here are five secret Caribbean luxury hotels you’ve probably never heard of.
It’s time to discover them.
Pagua Bay House, Dominica Yes, it’s time to return to Dominica. The island is making an admirable comeback from last year’s storms, and one of its top hotels has already made a comeback: the tiny, tranquil, Zen-filled Pagua Bay, home to a small collection of cabanas and suites, all of which are crisply designed. Our suggestion? Go for the plunge pool ocean suite — you won’t regret it.
Kamalame Cay, The Bahamas Set on a private island off the coast of the Bahamian island of Andros, this celeb favorite is a collection of cottages, bungalows and villas, from Balinese-style beach houses to castaway-charming seaside rooms. If you’re looking for throwback Caribbean romance and unmatched seclusion and privacy, this is for you.
(And oh yeah, Serena Williams honeymooned here).
French Coco, Martinique Martinique’s newest hotel is also its most luxurious, with a refreshingly eclectic design, warm service and some of the island’s most inspired food. It’s also a great way to explore the authentic, inviting fishing town of Tartane on Martinique’s rugged Atlantic coast.
Sailrock, Turks and Caicos Maybe you’ve ventured to Provo. But the outer islands of the Turks and Caicos offer a raw, unadulterated beauty that is hard to find these days anywhere in the region. But that doesn’t mean they’re free from luxury. This new addition to Turks and Caicos on the island of South Caicos has a small collection of spectacular accommodations, including beachfront villas and elevated ridgetop suites. But they’re all really just a gateway to the remarkable natural environment here, from a pristine reef to some serious sport fishing.
A suite at Calabash.
Calabash, Grenada While Grenada is quickly making a name for itself in the luxury world (with new developments on the road including the Silversands and a new Kimpton), it’s long been home to the wonderful Calabash, an old-school, rarefied Caribbean hideaway with just the right mix of serene charm and modern convenience. The restaurant, by noted chef Gary Rhodes, is among the region’s best.