Must-see hotels in Windward Islands

  • Viceroy Sugar Beach

    St Lucia

    Boasting the best location on the island, nestled in a coconut grove smack between the Pitons, this luxurious resort opens onto a perfect white-sand beach…

  • Little Good Harbour

    Barbados

    This fine hotel has 21 one- to three-bedroom villas in a little compound mostly across the road from the water. The decor combines wicker with linens in…

  • Yellow Bird Hotel

    Barbados

    This modern, four-story block sits right at the west entrance to the Gap. Excellent modern studios have kitchens and all the mod cons, but the best part…

  • Ginger Lily Hotel

    St Lucia

    An excellent alternative to the bigger resorts nearby, Ginger Lily Hotel is functional, intimate and blissfully quiet. Set in a peaceful garden, the 11…

  • Bougainvilla Hotel

    St Vincent & the Grenadines

    Not far from the main yacht dock, this French-accented hotel has lovely rooms divided among standard options, and apartments with kitchenettes and living…

  • Lance aux Épines Cottages

    Grenada Island

    Beautiful beach views are enjoyed here by 11 attractive rooms, which come complete with kitchens and large living areas. It's a peaceful and friendly…

  • Jade Mountain

    St Lucia

    Sitting castle-like atop a hill, this exclusive resort offers stadium-sized suites (called ‘sanctuaries’), many with private infinity pools. Each unit has…

  • Coyaba Beach Resort

    Grenada Island

    Set upon a great stretch of beach, the 80 rooms here exude relaxed luxury. The beachfront grounds are beautifully landscaped and there's also a spa. Throw…

  • Crystals

    St Lucia

    Indian and Caribbean touches, wood-carved furnishings and a tree-house bar are just some of the features at this wonderful off-beat retreat. No two…

  • Ocean Spray Beach Apartments

    Barbados

    Salt spray from the pounding surf mists the air at this attractive and modern 25-unit apartment complex. Balconies on rooms with views offer a captivating…

  • Pointe Baptiste Guesthouse

    Dominica

    Previous guests at this magnificent wooden villa on the estate of the Napier family have included Mick Jagger and Princess Margaret, and it's not hard to…

  • Young Island Resort

    St Vincent & the Grenadines

    It’s only 200m offshore from Villa, but the private, vaguely heart-shaped Young Island is a whole world away. The 29 units here include sexy villas, some…

  • Grand View Beach Hotel

    St Vincent & the Grenadines

    Sweeping views of the island-dotted waters and curvaceous shore at Villa Point are reason enough to stay at this modest hillside resort with a truthful…

  • True Blue Bay Resort & Marina

    Grenada Island

    Built at the edge of a yacht-filled bay, this family-owned resort is an island favorite, with rows of blue wooden huts springing up like mushrooms from…

  • Atlantis Hotel

    Barbados

    One cove south of Bathsheba, Atlantis was the original hotel in the area. It is centered around a carefully renovated period building facing the sea. The…

  • Mango Beach Inn

    St Lucia

    Run by an affable Englishwoman, Judith Verity, who dotes upon her guests with effortless charm, this historic stone house is soothingly positioned on a…

  • Spring House Hotel

    Bequia

    Right at the top of the hill overlooking Spring Bay, this intimate hotel feels like your private retreat on a secluded island. The 10 rooms are elegant…

  • Coco Palm

    St Lucia

    A harmonious blend of modern lines and Creole styling. Although the Coco Palm isn't on the beach, it has an inviting setting on a grassy terrace…

  • Gingerbread Hotel

    Bequia

    Like a set piece from a production of Hansel and Gretel, Gingerbread looks exactly as you’d expect, with ornate eaves nailed to a steep roof. The six…

  • Le Petit Paradis

    Dominica

    Popular with Waitukubuli National Trail hikers, this rambling inn set in flowering gardens is presided over by the big-hearted Joan and her charming…

  • Dover Beach Hotel

    Barbados

    You go down a tiny lane to reach this gracious, secluded and older beach hotel, tucked into a corner at the east end of the Gap. The main three-story…

  • Picard Beach Cottages

    Dominica

    In a garden setting on an old coconut plantation right by a narrow black-sand beach, this cluster of 18 wooden cottages set amid lovely gardens offers…

  • Bay Gardens Beach Resort & Spa

    St Lucia

    An excellent choice if you prefer a full-service resort, the BGBR has an idyllic beachfront location. Rooms are in three-story buildings designed with a…

  • Hotel The Champs

    Dominica

    This comfortable family-run hotel clings to a steep hill above Picard, meaning superb views are guaranteed. There are two rooms at garden level and three…

  • Lone Star Hotel

    Barbados

    Built right on the sands, this new low-rise boutique hotel has supremely comfortable rooms with stained wooden floors, vaulted ceilings and full-length…

  • Boucan

    St Lucia

    What sets this place apart is the design scheme; cocoa is the dominant theme, and it’s no wonder – the resort is set in a cocoa plantation that makes its…

  • House Cleverdale

    Barbados

    Set back just a bit from Sandy Beach and away from the main road, this large wooden home is a popular budget spot. The three rooms and two apartments are…

  • Mermaid Hotel

    Carriacou

    This modern two-story hotel right by the water is the most comfortable place to crash in town. Bright and spacious rooms with modern bathrooms surround an…

  • Kalinago Territory Home Stay Programme

    Dominica

    The manager of the Kalinago Barana Autê heritage village can organize homestays with local Kalinago families so you can get a deeper understanding of the…

  • Le Phare Bleu

    Grenada Island

    Hidden away on a pretty bay in the south of the island, this marina hotel has a private and homely vibe with 14 villas nestled in pretty gardens that run…

  • Bay Guesthouse

    St Lucia

    Within easy walking distance of Gros Islet, this simple waterfront guesthouse is excellent value. While the former owners have left the island, meaning…

  • Maraval Guesthouse & Apartments

    Barbados

    On a tiny lane near Sandy Beach, Maraval is a fantastic budget choice with simple but spotless rooms in a vintage beach house. Don't be put off by the…

  • Firefly Mustique

    St Vincent & the Grenadines

    Set on a steep cliff overlooking Britannia Bay, each of the seven supremely well-appointed rooms here has an ocean view and unique styling. Firefly’s bar…

  • Salt Whistle Bay Resort

    St Vincent & the Grenadines

    With a prime location next to the sand of the best beach on the island, this small resort has simple duplex stone cottages dotted around beneath the…

  • Anchorage Yacht Club Hotel

    St Vincent & the Grenadines

    Right at the yacht docks and popular with visiting sailors and holidaymakers. There are rooms on the 1st floor and cottages in the adjacent yard; all…

  • Calibishie Gardens

    Dominica

    At this charming place hand-built by congenial Canadian expat Troy (aka Poz), you sleep in wooden cabins perched atop stone pillars – they're like eco…

  • Palm Garden

    Barbados

    Set just far enough off the highway to escape the worst of the noise, but close enough for optimum convenience, this welcoming hotel is a good-value…

  • Crystal Waters

    Barbados

    With a fantastic location right on Sandy Beach, this traditional guesthouse has plenty of character. The simple but elegant fan-cooled rooms have polished…

  • Sandy Lane

    Barbados

    Situated right on the best part of Paynes Bay, the ultra-luxurious Sandy Lane is the most prestigious resort on the island. As you'd expect for the price…

  • La Sagesse Manor House

    Grenada Island

    At La Sagesse Nature Centre, Lord Brownlow's beachside former manor house, built in 1968, has been turned into a small inn. The stylish rooms in the new…