7. Rosewood Little Dix Bay
With its stone walls, vaulted ceilings and neutral color scheme, Virgin Gorda’s Rosewood Little Dix Bay stands out for its commitment to the concept of barefoot luxury. This Rosewood outpost sits on the northern side of the island, tucked amid Virgin Gorda’s rolling hills. Guests have their choice of hexagonal-shaped cottages (rooms), suites, beach houses and an ocean-front villa, all of which offer Rivolta Carmignani Italian linens, patios and complimentary Wi-Fi access. On-site activities include tennis and snorkeling lessons. Yogis and spa-seekers can sign up for lavish spa treatments and wellness classes at the cliff-side Sense, A Rosewood Spa. And you’ll be less than a 10-minute car ride from hiking The Baths’ grottoes. Recent guests raved about the excellent service and the property’s 2020 renovation, as well as the hotel’s three eateries, which range from the casual Reef House to the more formal Sugar Mill.
8. Malliouhana, Auberge Resorts Collection
Set on 25 acres of verdant gardens in southwestern Anguilla, Malliouhana features spacious rooms and suites, plus a host of amenities. Standard accommodations at this Auberge outpost start at 775 square feet and include marble bathrooms, four-poster beds and private patios or terraces with garden or ocean views. After a restful night’s sleep, take your pick between two infinity-edge pools or a stretch of Meads Bay sand that offers free nonmotorized water sports equipment like sailboats, paddleboards and kayaks. Additional active pursuits include complimentary yoga classes and tennis. When it’s time to bid adieu to another sunny day, grab drinks and tapas at Bar Soleil, relax in a hammock with a beverage or sit down for a casual bite at Leon’s at Meads Bay, or enjoy more substantial Mediterranean-inspired fare at Cafe Celeste. All eateries earn rave reviews from diners and the staff receives praise from recent guests as well.
