These 15 Tiny Luxury Resorts Give You a Very Different Kind of Caribbean Vacation

By: - December 9th, 2025
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Le Barthelemy.

Le Barthelemy, St. Barth

Le Barthelemy pairs elegance with a sense of ease, sitting on a quiet stretch of shoreline where the water stays calm and inviting throughout the day. Rooms and suites are arranged around bright interiors and open views, allowing natural light to fill the space without overwhelming it. Many suites include private plunge pools or rooftop terraces that create an extra layer of privacy while keeping the resort’s signature understated style.

Dining ranges from sophisticated, French-inspired menus to relaxed beachfront options, each shaped by the island’s culinary heritage. The terrific spa offers a full suite of treatments, hydrotherapy options and wellness rituals, adding a restorative element to the stay. Guests spend their days moving between the protected bay, the beachfront loungers and the poolside cabanas, all of which maintain a sense of quiet comfort. Ultimately, this is what we call a wellness-forward resort.


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About the author

Guy Britton is the managing editor of Caribbean Journal. With more than four decades of experience traveling the Caribbean, he is one of the world's foremost experts covering the region.
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