Frequented by Bequia’s most discerning traveller, the Plantation echoes the years gone by when it truly was a 5* hotel, a favourite stop for JP Getty on his yachting holidays, it is still our favourite, still run by Italians with the same the most friendly and gracious staff on the island
The Plantation Hotel sits on its own beach and is just a walk away from Princess Margaret, one of the Caribbean’s most beautiful beaches. Located on the shores of Admiralty Bay, at the far end of what is known as the "Belmont walkway" this is a private location with easy access to restaurants, boutiques, shops and the quaint little town of Port Elizabeth.

Essential Facts
• A Plantation House with 5 suites and 17 cabanas by the beach
• Beach Front, Pool….more detail

COTTON HOUSE

A luxurious hideaway on Mustique surrounded by 13 acres of lush vegetation, overlooking an immaculate white sandy beach with the Caribbean sea to the west and the Atlantic to the east. This bijous hotel is widely recognised as one of the Caribbean's top established luxury resorts and each of its 20 beautifully appointed guest rooms provide a haven of relaxation and comfort, many with their own private plunge pools.

Essential Facts

• 21 rooms in total including suites with plunge pools and the Cotton Villa complete with large private pool and a personal butler
• 2 restaurants and 1 beach café with pool bar and beach service
• Spa...more detail

FIREFLY

Since Stan and Elizabeth Clayton have owned the FireFly, they have turned it in to one of the most sought after charming guest houses that the Grenadines have known. One of only two hotels on this private island the Fire Fly’s four private guest rooms - Hummingbird, Seashell, Pineapple and Treehouse have each been individually designed as a "Caribbean Fantasy" and includes the extra touches you naturally expect ( I pod wireless intenet..) the bedrooms have wonderful huge ‘sea pebble’ showers, one has a private plunge pool with waterfall, another shower that projects out into the trees with amazing ocean views Six beaches are within 10 minutes drive, walk from here to two beaches, Basils Bar, your yacht at anchor and browse the boutiques along the waterfront.

Essential Facts

• Four suites each individually designed as a "Caribbean Fantasy"
• Cocktail bar, lounge, restaurant
• Jacuzzi
• Two tiered Infinity swimming pool with waterfall….more detail

TAMARIND

Situated in the heart of St Vincent and the Grenadines on Canouan Island is this lovely beachfront oasis. It has just 40 rooms surrounded by tropical gardens on a long white sand beach and provides a lively atmosphere in a stunning location. A full range of watersports is available including complimentary sunfish sailing, snorkelling and windsurfing with boat excursions to surrounding islands and the Natural Marine Park of Tobago Cays. Dine at the wonderful open-air restaurant, located right at the water’s edge, which serves a variety of Caribbean and Italian cuisine or choose the more informal snack and beach bars.

Essential Facts

• 40 rooms- complete with air-conditioning, Some Deluxe rooms also have direct access to the beach.
• Beach front….more detail

RAFFLES

Raffles Resort Canouan is an ultra-luxury resort located on picturesque Canouan Island in the Grenadines adjacent to Mustique. Set within 800 private acres of unspoilt flora and fauna, the resort blends unobtrusively into its surroundings and overlooks a wonderfully secluded bay edged by a long coral reef. The resort boasts a par 72, 18 hole (currently 13 greens, to be 18 starting in 2003) golf course which covers sixty acres along the sea front.

Essential Facts

• 156 luxurious accommodations arranged around the Carenage Bay shoreline
• Beach Front
• Swimming Pool
• Golf....more detail

PETIT ST. VINCENT (PSV) RESORT
'One of the 'Leading Hotels of the World'

Hoist a yellow flag outside you cottage for service, a red for ‘do not disturb', Petit St Vincent allows you to hide yourself away from the rest of the world. Over its varied landscape 22 delightful private cottages are scattered - some on hillsides, some set into the sides of cliffs, some right on the beach. Each cottage is beautifully appointed and in a secluded setting, close to the beach
Essential Facts
• 22 cottages by the beach
• Private Island Resort….more detail

PALM ISLAND

Located on its own private island of 135 acres in the eastern Caribbean, Palm Island is a quiet paradise where tranquillity reigns. The encircling sea is a great source of activity- from windsurfing, sailing, snorkelling, bicycles, reef and surf fishing and kayaking. Boat trips to the Tobago Cays are scheduled daily and day-long yacht sailing to other islands can be arranged. A freeform pool with a waterfall feature and five pristine beaches create a unique aquatic sanctuary

Essential Facts

• 24 beachfront stone cottages and other accommodations
• All inclusive resort….more detail

YOUNG ISLAND PRIVATE ISLAND RESORT

The location of the resort, on its own private island just off St Vincent, has to be one of its best assets - a 'Robinson Crusoe' setting, but one that is not too remote. To further enhance this experience, guests staying 7 nights (on full board) can spend a couple of days cruising the Grenadines on one of the islands private yachts. Combine all of this with excellent cuisine from a young creative chef and the result is a perfect, understated hideaway holiday. It's very much an escapist place, just perfect for romantics. Lazy days are spent relaxing on your private terrace, sunbathing on the beautiful white sandy beach or chilling in a hammock at Coconuts bar. Powerboats guests away to waterfalls and some of the world best coral reef.

Essential Facts
• 22 cottages by the beach
• Private Island Resort….more detail

LITTLE GOOD HARBOUR
‘Escapism for the Egon Ronay followers’

A refreshingly new hotel on the island's north west coast situated by a beautiful white sand beach on the historic site of Fort Rupert. There is a choice of 15 luxurious 1, 2 and 3 bedroom villa suites with a fusion of Balinese and Caribbean décor that creates an elegant yet informal ambience. The hotel's fabulous water's edge restaurant The Fish Pot, has become a popular venue for both the local residents and hotel guests alike.

Essential Facts
• 15 suites - 1, 2 and 3 bedroom
• Beach Front, Private Pools….more detail

LITTLE ARCHES
‘Intimacy and seclusion in Barbados’

Smartly nestled away in an unfrequented corner of Barbados’s south coast, a wonderful little retreat, away from the big resorts and touristy beaches. This family-owned boutique hotel has a fashionably relaxed ambiance, wonderful beach vistas and is only hotel located just steps from island’s landmark, the pristine secluded Miami Beach.

Essential Facts
• 10 air-conditioned suites
• Beach 2 minutes walk….more detail

LA LUNA

Located in a secluded bay the effortlessly cool La Luna combines the Italian enthusiasm and passion of its Italian owner with the relaxed, laid back style of the Caribbean. Indonesian touches add romance to the idyllic location and sensually created and styled accommodations. This boutique hotel consists of just 16 spacious cottages scattered into the hillside, each with its own plunge pool. La Luna is barefoot luxury - Caribbean style.

Essential Facts
• 16 air-conditioned cottages
• Beach Front, Private Pools….more detail

THE CALABASH
‘Yachts anchored off the beach, full pampering in house’

A deluxe all suite property with immaculate gardens spilling onto a white sand beach located on the pretty Caribbean isle of spice, Grenada. Extremely friendly and long serving staff are trained to the highest standard and with enticing extras such as fruit kebabs on the beach and canapés served to guests' rooms, discerning travelers can be assured of a pampered stay. Breakfast is served on the private suite terraces each morning and lunch is a casual affair on the beach. Cicely's restaurant is a perfect romantic spot for dinner, with a menu that includes recipes created by Gary Rhodes.

Essential Facts

• 30 air-conditioned suites with shower and whirlpool bath
• Beach Front
• Swimming pool, floodlit tennis court, gym....more detail

TI KAYE
'Lovers, Divers, Paradise'

This exotic & rustic St Lucian Resort on St. Lucian west coast has nineteen single room and seventeen double room cottages, nestled on a hill overlooking the Caribbean Sea on the serene West Coast of the island of St. Lucia. Each of these very private, open or air conditioned cottages are built in the French Creole or Gingerbread Style. Each has a large balcony with hammocks for 2 people, an exotic open air garden shower and a four poster king-size bed. The main pavilion holding the restaurant called Kai Manje (house of food), tropical bar, and fresh water pool – have panoramic uninterrupted views of the sea and sunset. A rambling wooden staircase leads to a beautiful cove with silver sands and crystal clear waters - a haven for snorkelers, scuba divers, and watersports enthusiasts. Ti Kaye Resort is family owned and operated and prides itself on very warm & excellent personal service.

Essential Facts
• 33 air-conditioned cottages
• Beach Front, Private Pools….more detail

LADERA

If stunning views, seclusion and privacy are important, then Ladera is your perfect hideaway. As you awake in the morning in this designer-eco hotel you are greeted by the unparalleled views of the volcanic green Pitons rising out of the Caribbean sea. The elegant rooms are hidden amongst the lush tropical gardens and are built with tropical hardwood, stone and tile and furnished with 19th century French furniture. The suites also come equipped with a plunge pool from which to soak up the vista. Ladera resort is also an ideal extension to a sailing holiday in the Grenadines. You yacht can meet you at the village harbor and whisk you to the heart of the Grenadines by early evening.

Essential Facts
• 6 villas and 19 suites each with private pool
• Five minute shuttle to the beach….more detail