Aruba
When guests arrive at this collection of dazzling and eclectic overwater bungalows, they often wonder if somehow they've been transported to the Maldives,…
Must-see hotels in Southern Caribbean
Aruba
With its white-stucco edifice and red-tile roofs, Bucuti & Tara is among the classiest of the low-rise resorts. It's also the first carbon-neutral resort…
Aruba
Located on a former coconut plantation, this delightful boutique hotel is just a short block from Palm Beach, where beach service is available at the Ritz…
Bonaire
A colonial beauty with impeccable service, Harbour Village is set on a postcard-worthy white-sand beach and yacht harbor 2km north of town. It has…
Aruba
Hidden among cacti-dotted hills, far removed from anything resembling tourism, these six delightful casitas undoubtedly represent the island's most laid…
Curaçao
On a breezy hilltop above Jan Thiel Beach, this historic plantation has served as a farm for salt, oranges, goats and cows since the 17th century. Three…
Willemstad
Willemstad's premier 'poshtel' (an upscale hostel, for the uninitiated) opened in 2017 in a formerly abandoned parliament building, and its central…
Port of Spain
Renovated by its architect owner, this beautiful fretworked 1920s house has bags of character, with a breezy veranda and a stylish outdoor space at the…
Oasis Coral Estate Beach Resort
Curaçao
Clunky name aside, this chic oceanfront resort is your basic Caribbean dream stay. A handful of sumptuous first- and second-story rooms are surrounded by…
Tobago
Beautifully designed self-contained wooden villas on a lushly landscaped hillside that offers lovely views of the beach. Each is thoughtfully kitted out…
Trinidad
The first hotel in the village, and still the best. So close to the sea that the waves will soothe you to sleep, the rooms open onto the beach or a wide…
Tobago
In a fantastic hilltop location with views over the rounded eggbox-like crags and out to the sea, this flower-bedecked place is made special by its…
Aruba
This charming collection of beach huts is the perfect antidote to the generic resorts that dominate the island. The eight apartments and surrounding…
Willemstad
Occupying a rainbow-colored row of colonial houses in Petermaai, this hotel exemplifies the district's exuberant blend of fashion and funk. Enormous rooms…
Tobago
Totally unique and full of history, this gorgeous little cottage has the feel of a family home, with fantastic views over Scarborough Bay from the back…
Tobago
Right on Stonehaven Beach, this is the best of the villa resorts in the area, and one of the top options in all of Tobago. Enjoy tastefully appointed…
Tobago
Follow signs off the Northside Rd to this charming, secluded retreat at the edge of the rainforest. Designed for birdwatching fanatics, it has an…
Kariwak Village Holistic Haven
Tobago
Just a five-minute walk from Store Bay Beach, Kariwak feels incredibly peaceful despite its central location. The modern cabanas line paths that wind…
Tobago
Speyside's most upscale accommodations, geared to divers and birdwatchers, Blue Waters sits on aquamarine Batteaux Bay, the best beach in the area, and…
Tobago
Fronted by a huge shared deck overlooking the ocean, and right over Heavenly Bay, these self-contained studio apartments have kitchen, ceiling fan, cold…
Tobago
Fantastic value, these appealing apartments come with dining room/kitchen and air-con bedroom, and are beautifully maintained by the Tobagonian/English…
Trinidad
Gorgeous B&B in a supremely peaceful location, a short drive inland from Matura Beach, with friendly owners who offer walks and waterfall visits in the…
Aruba
It calls itself a boutique hotel, but it's really more of a B&B, with its warm welcome and intimate atmosphere (adults only). The 11 stylish rooms are…
Trinidad
The lodge has simple but very pleasant rooms in the weathered main house and others in nearby cottages, but the real joy is the fantastic location, high…
Port of Spain
Not just a business hotel, the smart Kapok boasts an authentic Caribbean vibe. It’s located toward the south end of Saddle Rd, within throwing distance…
Tobago
In a pretty location overlooking Buccoo Bay, the singles and doubles here are great for budget travelers; there are also bunk beds in a pleasant dorm with…
Tobago
This well-run bunch of apartments has magnificent beach-facing balconies, full kitchens and comfortable rooms with bamboo and seashell details, plus four…
Willemstad
The Avila Beach Hotel comprises the magnificently restored 18th-century home of a Dutch governor along with a couple of modern wings of luxurious…
Curaçao
Hidden in a quiet village south of Willemstad, Baoase has lush grounds that transport lucky guests to a Balinese honeymoon wonderland. At every turn there…
Bonaire
There aren't many beaches on Bonaire, so there aren't many beach resorts. Sorobon is one of the few accommodations to front a sweet stretch of sand,…
Willemstad
Kura Hulanda is Papiamentu for 'Dutch courtyard,' which gives an idea of the atmosphere of this colonial village, where restored buildings cluster along…
Willemstad
An old colonial Pietermaai building has been beautifully restored, preserving historical details such as wooden shutters, narrow hallways, wooden floors…
Aruba
Here's one of the island's best bargains. Bananas has spacious, comfortable apartments with tile floors, wicker furniture, well-equipped kitchens and…
Bonaire
A quiet and comfortable diver's haven, with outstanding service and a convenient location for some excellent shore diving. Guests return year after year,…
Coco Palm Garden & Casa Oleander
Bonaire
Coco Palm rents a variety of rooms and apartments in various brightly painted houses in the residential neighborhood of Belnem, just south of the airport…
Curaçao
Once you settle into this boutique resort overlooking Playa Kalki you may never want to leave. Tasteful lodgings surround tropical gardens, along with two…
Bonaire
This oceanfront property offers a collection of spacious, sparkling studios and suites, all equipped with private balconies, well-stocked kitchens and…
Trinidad
In a blissfully remote location, the 18 rooms at this peaceful retreat feature teak floorboards and antique four-poster beds; some have private bathrooms…
Port of Spain
Taking up a prime piece of oceanside real estate next to the ferry terminal, this is the most luxurious choice in Port of Spain. Its army of staff…
Bonaire
Long-time resident Bruce Bowker extends a warm and personable welcome at his waterside compound on the southern side of town. Surrounding a small pool,…
