Must-see hotels in Trinidad

  • Gingerbread House

    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…

  • Mt Plaisir Estate

    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…

  • Leatherback Lodge

    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…

  • Asa Wright Lodge

    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…

  • Kapok

    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…

  • Pax Guest House

    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…

  • Hyatt Regency

    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…

  • Culture Crossroads Inn

    Port of Spain

    Sparkling-clean place, very professionally run and with easy access to malls, transport and the St James/Woodbrook bars and restaurants. The charming…

  • Normandie

    Port of Spain

    Tucked into a quiet backstreet a short walk from the Savannah, this is a lovely retreat, with inviting, spotless and well-appointed rooms featuring lots…

  • Inna Citi Place

    Port of Spain

    Excellent little budget choice on a quiet residential street, offering cheerful, spotlessly clean rooms with air-con, TV and fridge. There's a communal…

  • Pearl’s

    Port of Spain

    Bare bones, cheap and with bags of character, Pearl's is set in a faded old gingerbread house overlooking grassy Victoria Sq. It's perfect for Carnival …

  • Acajou

    Trinidad

    Set in riverside gardens, Acajou has five bungalows replete with rich wood and bright-white linens and cushions. French doors open to hammocked patios…

  • Petit Tacarib Campsite

    Trinidad

    This remote bay is accessible only via a walk along the North Coast bench trail or by boat from Blanchisseuse. Accommodations are basic, but the…

  • Pacheco’s

    Trinidad

    You’ll get a friendly welcome at the Pacheco’s. Beside the church and surrounded by gorgeous flower-filled gardens, this is a neat and tidy house, with…

  • Forty Winks Inn

    Port of Spain

    Nicely located in Newtown and very efficiently run, this vibrantly decorated house has five cheerful rooms and a friendly, intimate atmosphere. Enjoy the…

  • L’Orchidée

    Port of Spain

    Smart 12-bedroom inn, popular with business travelers, with bright, well-appointed rooms in vibrant colors and a super-professional staff. It’s walking…

  • Second Spring

    Trinidad

    The best guesthouse in the area, with comfortable, endearing self-contained studios and cottages, decorated with local art and overlooking a rocky yet…

  • Petrea Place

    Trinidad

    Run by the same team as the fantastic Freebird restaurant below the rooms, Petrea Place is named for the surrounding petrea trees, and offers a tranquil…

  • Monique’s

    Port of Spain

    In Maraval, 3km north of Queen’s Park Savannah, Monique’s is a bit out of the way – you'll need a car or a taxi to get into town – but offers lots of…

  • La Calypso

    Port of Spain

    A short walk from Ariapita Ave, this ultra-secure, bunker-like structure has 18 basic, clean rooms in its various nooks, some with balconies but many with…

  • Queen’s Beach Resort

    Trinidad

    The smartest and easily the most appealing of several laid-back hotels on this stretch of beach, with two pools, hot tub/sauna and a restaurant serving…

  • Par-May-La’s Inn

    Port of Spain

    Within walking distance of Queen’s Park Oval, the Savannah, and the restaurants and bars of Newtown and Woodbrook, it's a convenient location, but this…

  • Laguna Mar

    Trinidad

    Without the presence of the owner, a genial German expat in his 80s who's now based mostly in Port of Spain, this is a quiet and rather isolated option…

  • Airport Inn

    Trinidad

    Just off the approach road to Piarco International Airport, this is a solid option for a stopover before you fly, with a free shuttle to the terminal. Set…

  • Alicia’s House

    Port of Spain

    Tucked away on a side road just north of Queen’s Park Savannah, this is a quiet little retreat with a comfortingly kitsch 1970s ambience. It offers…

  • Johnson’s

    Port of Spain

    Conveniently located midway between Ariapita Ave and Tragarete Rd, with the Savannah and downtown Port of Spain in walking distance, this friendly…

  • Caribbean Tourist Villa

    Port of Spain

    This well-worn place on a quiet street has lots of balconies and a small pool. The rooms (with fridge) are unexceptional but acceptable, and are all you…

  • Holiday Inn Express

    Trinidad

    Functional airport hotel just off the highway and adjacent to a golf course. It's a little soulless but does the job if you need to be close to the…

  • Inn at 87

    Port of Spain

    Set in a cute and airy peach-painted gingerbread house, close to lots of restaurants, bars and the Queen's Park Oval cricket ground. Staff are excellent…

  • Sundeck Suites

    Port of Spain

    A block away from Par-May-La’s Inn, and owned by the same management, Sundeck offers no-frills apartments, each with a fully equipped kitchen and a small…

  • Northern Sea View Villa

    Trinidad

    Just across from the main Marianne Beach, this simple guesthouse has a clean, basic fan-cooled apartment with full kitchen and a porch overlooking the…

  • Suzan's Palace

    Trinidad

    Basic and very local-style rooms right in Matura, all clean and well maintained, and in a convenient location for turtle-watching with Nature Seekers…

  • CrewsInn

    Trinidad

    The most upmarket option in Chaguaramas, with a pool and resort-like trappings, CrewsInn has luxurious, smart modern rooms, all with patios and complete…

  • Maracas Bay Hotel

    Trinidad

    Right on the bay, this is the only accommodation option at Maracas, but it has a bit of a Mary Celeste air. Its rooms are simple and a bit musty, but face…

  • Le Grande Almandier

    Trinidad

    Next door to Mt Plaisir Estate, the compact but decent rooms at Le Grande Almandier have quaint balconies overlooking the sea, and are a budget-friendly…

  • Thanna's Place

    Port of Spain

    Tucked away in residential Belmont, but just a five-minute walk from the Savannah, this is a friendly little place with a range of clean, brightly…

  • Bight

    Trinidad

    Simple, tidy rooms right on the water make this the nicest midrange option in the area – sit on the porch and enjoy the views of pelicans diving and…

  • Tradewinds Hotel

    Trinidad

    Business-oriented hotel, popular with visiting oil and gas executives, with a pool, restaurant, gym and decent rooms.

  • Coral Cove Hotel

    Trinidad

    Unremarkable hotel in a modern block, near the water and a handful of restaurants. Rooms are clean and neat, but a bit soulless.

  • Melbourne Inn

    Port of Spain

    In a great location, just steps from the buzz of Ariapita Ave, this budget inn is frayed around the edges but offers decent no-frills rooms, some with…

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