The deal
While popular Caribbean islands have their best beaches lined with shorefront high-rise hotels and mega-resorts, there are still some hidden outposts, home to pristine beaches and quiet resorts far from the crowds.
We've scouted out delightfully laid-back getaways on Jamaica, Nevis and the Bahamas with value rates, spa and scuba packages, and incentives, like flight credits, that are just as appealing as the empty beaches. Rates start from only $95/night.
Located in Treasure Beach on Jamaica’s southern coastline, Jake’s is a boutique hotel that offers guests a chic and secluded beachfront getaway. Stay in one of the resort’s 45 rooms, which include suites, cottages and villas, and enjoy your days swimming in Jake’s oceanside seawater swimming pool or lounging in the sun on the resort’s private beach.
For guests in search of more active pursuits, Jake’s also offers guided adventures that include safari tours along the natural wetland of the Black River and excursions to nearby islands and waterfalls. Rates for a one-bedroom garden room start at just $95/night.
Perched high among Jamaica’s stunning Blue Mountains, this former 18th Century coffee plantation offers a sophisticated stay on more than 40 acres of lush tropical grounds and botanical gardens. Surrounded by miles of meandering nature trails, the resort offers a range of biking and hiking tours of private gardens, coffee estates and nearby national parks.
Each Georgian-style guest cottage includes four-poster beds, hand-carved fretwork, and private verandahs with magnificent mountainside views. The resort’s spa specializes in Ayurvedic healing techniques. For a deeply relaxing getaway, try the resort’s special Unwind Package, which covers breakfast and a la Carte dinner, a one-hour spa treatment, free use of the Sauna and more, from $296/night for single occupancy and $455 for double occupancy.
Situated along three miles of sandy Bahamian beachfront, Kamalame Cay is a private island resort just off the coast of Andros island. Accommodations range from cottage suites, one- to three-bedroom villa suites, and marina and beach rooms. Resort highlights include a beachfront freshwater swimming pool, surrounded by silver coconut palm trees, and an oceanfront Tiki bar. Rates start at $400/night.
Originally built as a sugar plantation in 1778, this historic resort occupies 30 acres of prime beachfront on the tranquil Caribbean island of Nevis. Situated on either side of the resort’s 18th century Great House (now a formal dining area) are 36 elegant guestrooms offering romantic and private cottage-style accommodations.
Resort highlights include an oceanfront freshwater pool, tennis courts and a state-of-the-art spa offering an affordable menu of custom massages, body treatments, and skin therapies. Rates for a superior room start at $365/night.
For longer stays, the resort has a special offer to help offset the rising cost of airfare. Stay seven nights and you’ll receive a $500 air credit toward the cost of your airline tickets. Guests can also receive a $400 air credit with six-night stays, and $300 credit on five-night stays from April 1 through May 31.
Discover the untouched coral reefs, tropical fish, and ship wrecks off the shores of Nevis. The boutique, cottage-style Oualie Beach Resort is offering a seven-night Scuba Package, which includes five days of diving, full breakfast daily, transfer service from the airport, maid and laundry service, and all diving equipment. Rates start at $849 for non-divers and $1,269 for divers in a deluxe room located some 40 feet from the beach.
The dollars
Based on double occupancy unless otherwise noted. Taxes and fees are additional.
The catch
Airfare is not included and may add a hefty sum to your secluded resort vacation.