Luxury hotels and fine dining restaurants in Caribbean

Holidays in the Caribbean 

 Tropical beaches with white sand underfoot, turquoise waters beckoning you in, palm trees swaying in the warm breeze, and a cocktail in your hand. It sounds like a vacation cliché, but the Caribbean happily owns all of them – perhaps it even invented them! But we don’t hear any complaints: holidays in the Caribbean ticks all the boxes of many people’s dream sunny destinations and never fails to deliver on expectations. We’d love to welcome you and help you discover it all for yourself. 

 This massive archipelago, stretching over hundreds of miles, ranges from the tiniest of dream desert islands to lush, mountainous peaks, with hideaway bays, crystal-clear cays and wildlife-filled coral reefs. Collectively the islands feature a variety of distinct cultural identities. Year-round warm weather – on average dropping to low 80s Fahrenheit (low 20s Celsius) from summer highs in the high 80s/low 30s – mean it’s also pleasant for those craving winter sunny breaks. 

Luxury hotels in the Caribbean 

 Our Relais & Châteaux Caribbean hotels and restaurants form a complete arc around the island network, from the Bahamas in the north west via Turks & Caicos, The Dominican Republic, Anguilla, Saint-Barthelemy and Dominica to Grenada in the southern Grenadines. All our luxury hotels in the Caribbean occupy idyllic positions directly on the seafront, or cliff-top vantage spots, with beautifully appointed accommodations, panoramic views and many with a sense of indoor-outdoor living.  

 Each of our Caribbean beach resorts is fabulously sophisticated – in architecture and design, services and facilities – as well as sporting effortlessly laid-back beach vibes. As well as getting your toes in the sand – including some with ‘secret’ private beaches – you can also opt to stay by their beautiful pools, or to relax in their tranquil tropical gardens, choosing between daybeds, hammocks and terraces to lounge on. Paradise on earth really is no exaggeration. 

Fine Dining restaurants in the Caribbean 

 Our luxury hotels in the Caribbean inevitably make the most of their beachside location in terms of gastronomy. Fresh-caught fish and seafood, exotic fruit and native vegetables, herbs and spices abound, creating a distinct flavor that represents the region’s terroir, often fused with European influences prepared by chefs with international experience. Dine under canopy-style roofs, with slowly turning ceiling fans, in the shade of palm trees, or on the beach itself. Exquisite artistry on a plate meets incredible sea views and sunsets – a real culinary adventure.  

Best hotels in the Caribbean for romance 

 Our luxury Caribbean hotels offer intimacy and privacy for romantic getaways and relaxation, with spa facilities that have your well-being in mind, from yoga to massage treatments. For groups craving more adrenaline-filled itineraries and families wanting to be sure there’s plenty for kids to do, it’s easy to make the best of these warm waters – from surfing to diving, sailing and fishing. Wildlife you can expect to interact with on Caribbean holidays ranges from turtles, rays and dolphins to whales (depending on the time of year and location) and even swimming pigs (in the Bahamas).  

 You can be sure of plenty of exotic fish species to snorkel with – some properties have on-site marine biologists who offer private excursions. Take a river tour through mangroves, explore tropical rainforests or hop on to a seaplane for a birds-eye view of this turquoise panorama. Rent private boats, ranging from kayaks to luxury yachts. Some resorts have golf courses on their doorsteps. 

Relais & Châteaux in the Caribbean 

 Our properties are all independently owned, with many being family-owned businesses that stretch back generations – so our teams take huge pride in giving every visitor a warm welcome and personal service that feels genuine and caring.  

 No two of our Caribbean properties are alike – they each reflect the history, heritage and culture of each island location. Relais & Châteaux Caribbean hotels are all also intimate properties on a human-scale – a factor that’s becoming harder to find throughout hospitality. Yet while they are all different, the owners and the teams of our independently operated luxury hotels in the Caribbean share an outlook on life. First and foremost is a profound sense of hospitality, a passion for hosting guests and a celebration of local food, drink and culture. These are values that are shared by all our properties around the world and call it l’art de vivre (the fine art of living) – it’s an approach to life that many of our guests appreciate.  

Eco Hotels in the Caribbean 

 Our luxury hotels in the Caribbean play an active role in protecting and preserving their unique island life, and the delicate seaside ecosystem of the beaches and reefs that are such an important part of the lifestyle and local economy – this is sustainable tourism and responsible travel in action. In addition, our chefs also uphold island food and drink traditions, working closely with local suppliers and farmers – from fishing communities to cocoa plantations. In that way, we play an important role within our communities as ecotourism destinations.