British Virgin Islands

This laid-back luxury resort offers a gorgeous crescent of sand, plenty of activities, and good restaurants. — Fodor's

Editor's Note: Rosewood Little Dix Bay is closed for renovations. The hotel will reopen in winter 2017. Laurance S. Rockefeller was the visionary behind Little Dix Bay. In the late... — Forbes Travel Guide

Longtime Caribbean favorite on the beach with a splurge-worthy spa, pool and cottage-style accommodations. — Jetsetter

This is the resort that rocketed Virgin Gorda to glory, and it remains the island’s swankiest, celebrity-filled digs. — Lonely Planet

Laurance Rockefeller's knack for channeling the future of high-end vacation travel... is perfectly illustrated by this divine, beachy, eco-sensitive resort. — Concierge

Romantic resort on a private island reached by cruiser from Tortola’s Beef Island Airport. The dramatic 1,800-acre mountainous islet is fringed by white-sand beaches. — Andrew Harper

Tool around the bay on free kayaks and windsurfers, ride mountain bikes, and enjoy the splendid cuisine at the hotel’s two restaurants. — DK Eyewitness

Romantic, laid-back 1,800-acre private island resort with five white sand beaches, a yacht club and spa. — Jetsetter

For ultimate luxury, look no further than Peter Island Resort and Spa. — Afar Magazine

This private-island retreat is all about serenity and catering to classic desert-isle fantasies. — Travel + Leisure

This all-inclusive resort at the east end of North Sound has 85 hillside villas adorned with batik bedspreads and teak floors. — Lonely Planet

This place is the liveliest of the B.V.I. resorts, and is even better equipped than the more exclusive Biras Creek. — Frommer's

It’s hard to get more nautical than this place in North Sound, accessible only by ferry, and surrounded by boats of all sizes. — DK Eyewitness

After a week of migrating from gorgeous beach to gorgeous beach on Virgin Gorda, my traveling companions and I were ready for a change of pace. That is, heading to a gorgeous beach only... — Afar Magazine

Sailing's the thing at this busy hotel and marina in the nautically inclined North Sound, and the use of everything from small sailboats to kayaks to windsurfers is included in the price. — Fodor's

Though it's not a sprawling resort, the Sugar Mill Hotel has a Caribbean cachet that's hard to beat, and it's a favorite place to stay on Tortola. — Fodor's

In a league of its own for ambience, intimacy and customer service, this boutique hotel rises from the ruins of the Appleby Plantation that gave Apple Bay its name. — Lonely Planet

Tortola’s enchanting Sugar Mill Hotel is all about tranquil tropical days, casual candlelit evenings and the island’s finest restaurant just a few paces from your bed. — Jetsetter

Children under 11 are not permitted from December 12 through April 14, but kids of all ages are welcome the rest of the year. (The hotel is closed August and September.). — Travel + Leisure

For quaint beachside lodging in Tortola, it's hard to beat the Sugar Mill Hotel, an upscale property that occupies the site of a 400-year-old sugar plantation. — Oyster

Stay at this sophisticated, relaxing hideaway if you want to retreat from the world... This private, romantic property is the classiest place on the island. — Frommer's

This small upscale hideaway, reached only by a 30-minute boat ride from Gun Creek Pier (or an even shorter helicopter flight from a nearby airport), has cut a fine niche for itself as one... — Star Service

The Biras Creek Resort is a rustic-luxe retreat with just 31 suites. — Oyster

Accessible only by boat or helicopter, Biras Creek Resort offers remote luxury. — Afar Magazine

Laid-back luxury digs with top-tier dining, a pool and a spa in the heart of the BVIs’ North Sound. — Jetsetter

Relaxation is the main event at this comfortable resort on Tortola's West End. — Fodor's

On the windward tip of Frenchman's Cay connected to Tortola by a tiny bridge (technically it is not an island), a short walk from Soper's Hole, this civilized castaway retreat has proved... — Star Service

This is the island’s top lodging, a wonderful marriage of full-service resort and secluded villa. — Frommer's

Frenchmans offers some of Tortola's most well-liked four-pearl accommodations right on a stunning, secluded peninsula overlooking the Caribbean. — Oyster

A favorite of travelers since the 1960s, this resort lies on a 2km-long (1 1/4-mile) sandy beach on the north shore, about 10 minutes from West End. — Frommer's

Laid-back colonial-style Tortola resort with a restaurant and beachside bar on a milelong stretch of sand. — Jetsetter

Situated along a scenic 1,600-m beach, 4 kilometers north of West End, 12 kilometers southwest of Road Town, this property is one of the few full-service resorts on Tortola. The property... — Star Service

If you want all the resort amenities, including a beach, pool, spa, and tennis courts, in an intimate setting, then this is your only choice for Tortola. — Fodor's

An incredible location is about all the aging, three-and-a-half pearl, 50-room Long Bay Beach Club has going for it. The stunning Long Bay Beach boasts incredible views of neighboring... — Oyster

Sitting on the island's north coast, Sebastian's definitely has a beachy feel, and that's its primary charm. — Fodor's

Well known for its friendly staff and its pretty stretch of beachfront, Sebastian’s 26 motel-style rooms come in a wide range of sizes and locations. — Lonely Planet

Situated on Tortola’s northwest shore, among funky hotels and surf shacks, Sebastian’s on the Beach offers two-and-a-half-pearl, waterfront accommodations in a pleasant, but dated, package. — Oyster

On the north shore of Tortola, this casual, laid-back retreat opens right onto the sands. — Frommer's

With beachfront and garden rooms, this spot at Apple Bay conjures up images of the old Caribbean. — DK Eyewitness

Once a Dutch fortress used to protect Road Town’s inner harbor, Fort Burt Hotel is now a budget-friendly property with 17 guest rooms. — Oyster

Accommodations are set at a higher elevation than any others in Road Town, offering panoramic views from private terraces to the waterfront below. — Frommer's

Situated across the road from the marina with great views, Fort Burt Hotel places you just a stroll away from the island’s shops, bars and charter boat fleet. — DK Eyewitness

The Fort Burt Hotel surrounds the ruins of an old Dutch fort, giving you a sense of history along with a night's sleep. — Fodor's

Rambling back from the beach, these hexagonal one- and two-bedroom villas give you all the comforts of home—and that striking boulder-fringed beach is just minutes away. — Fodor's

Staying in one of these hexagonal, white-roofed redwood houses, all of which are built on stilts, is like living in a tree house. — Frommer's

A stone’s throw from the Baths and plopped amid similar hulking boulders, Guavaberry’s circular cottages come with one or two bedrooms, a kitchen, dining area and sun porch. — Lonely Planet

The marina at Wickhams Cay II houses bare and crewed boats aplenty. — DK Eyewitness

If you enjoy the camaraderie of a busy marina, this inn on the edge of Road Town may appeal to you. — Fodor's

Located right in Road Town, close to restaurants, shops, and bars, the Caribbean's most complete yachting resort is outfitted with at least 180 sailing yachts. — Frommer's

The Moorings Mariner Inn Hotel is a 40-room mid-range hotel almost exclusively patronized by travelers chartering yachts around the BVIs. — Oyster

If you’re lucky enough to have family in Tortola, you stay with them when you visit the British Virgin Islands. If you don’t have such luck, staying with Icis Malone and her family is the... — Oyster

In a setting planted with coconut palms, this vacation retreat stands in close proximity to Brewer's Bay Beach. — Frommer's

It's more like a small hotel with a shady courtyard and pool, conveniently located a five-minute walk from Brewers Bay beach. — Lonely Planet

Fort Recovery Beachfront Villa & Suites is a 30-room upscale hotel on Tortola’s west end. — Oyster

This small collection of inviting villas 15 minutes southwest of Road Town was once a 17th century Dutch fort, and remnants of its martial past remain in its beachside fieldstone tower,... — Star Service

Boutique BVI beachfront sleep with 30 villas and suites, a restaurant and a pool. — Jetsetter

Opening onto a lovely beach facing the Sir Francis Drake Channel and the Caribbean sea, this West End resort is built around what was once a 17th-century Dutch fort. The fort was actually... — Frommer's

Utterly tranquil, mostly undeveloped private island 20 minutes north of Tortola with seaview cottages and villas. — Andrew Harper

Privately-owned castaway resort with private terraces, miles of nature trails, and a gourmet restaurant. — Jetsetter

Guests seeking a private island resort who don't want to shell out for Richard Branson's Necker Island might want to consider this private 850-acre island close off the north shore of... — Star Service

A mere 30 guests share 850 acres at this remote retreat off Tortola’s north coast. There are seven lovely beaches scattered around the island. — DK Eyewitness

Here's a good resort if you want to stroll the hillsides, snorkel around the reefs, swim at its seven beaches, and still enjoy some degree of comfort. — Fodor's

Beautiful views and friendly staff keep guests coming back to these hilltop...villas and cottages. The villas are well-designed self-catering units. — Fodor's

You’ll find a relaxed vibe inside the 10 hillside retreats, which all have spectacular views of St. Thomas and St. John and are equipped with full kitchens and cool tile-floored rooms. — Travel + Leisure

It rents out beachfront villas, some private and some with shared common areas. — Lonely Planet

For guests seeking apartment-style rentals on Jost Van Dyke, White Bay is a solid option. — Oyster

Casual, beachfront villas and cottages welcome guests on a small, off-the-beaten-path island. — Gayot

Standing on the site of a resort built in the 1970s that never opened, this is one of the most remote places covered in this guide, and a favorite of the yachting set. — Frommer's

Landlubbers like the rooms’ tropical style and the spectacular snorkeling right off the hotel’s stunning white beach. — DK Eyewitness

The island’s first and largest hotel, this seaside lodge by the ferry dock has the feel of a classic out-island fishing camp. — Lonely Planet

Head here if you want to bunk in comfortable lodging near Anegada's most popular anchorage. — Fodor's

A modest 17-room property that often schedules soca music during cocktail hour. — Travel + Leisure

With its colorful buildings and bustling marina, Leverick Bay is a good choice for visitors who want easy access to water-sports activities. — Fodor's

Starting with the gaily painted buildings, this resort exudes energy – most guests get busy with day sails, scuba trips, or power boat rentals. — DK Eyewitness

Set at the southern edge of the sheltered waters of Virgin Gorda's North Sound, this establishment offers a well-designed row of town house-style units on a white-sand beach. — Frommer's

The 14 rooms are dandy, each with two double beds, rattan furnishings, free wi-fi and a private balcony. — Lonely Planet

On a fleck of island just offshore from Bitter End Yacht Club & Resort, Saba Rock is a charismatic boutique hotel with eight rooms, a restaurant and a bar. — Lonely Planet

This is an idyllic retreat, perched on its own small cay and reached by a free ferry... It is the ultimate escapist retreat. — Frommer's

Saba Rock, a mere speck reached only by boat, has special rates for boaters who need a break from the nautical life. — DK Eyewitness

Reachable only by a free ferry or by private yacht, this resort on its own tiny cay is perfect for folks who want to mix and mingle with the sailors who drop anchor for the night. — Fodor's

This compound of eight villas is set on lushly landscaped grounds overlooking the scattered islets of Drake's Channel, on the island's western shore. You get good value for your money here. — Frommer's

Sitting seaside on Virgin Gorda's north coast, this collection of contemporary condos and villas will make you feel right at home. — Fodor's

This small, welcoming villa property on Mahoe Bay, on a leeward stretch of sandy beach fringing Sir Francis Drake Channel, is a mirror image of neighboring Paradise Beach Resort. The two... — Star Service

The villas are individually decorated in tropical style and come complete with complimentary kayaks and snorkeling equipment. — DK Eyewitness

Located on the beach at Mahoe Bay, this resort is a compound of 12 Italian-style duplex villas. — Lonely Planet

You want peace and quiet? It’ll just be you and the wandering bovines who share the grounds at Cow Wreck. — Lonely Planet

The resort's best attribute is its location Cow Wreck Beach. Clean, simply furnished one-bedroom villas with full kitchens, and studio apartments with kitchenettes, are available. — Fodor's

Head to the outdoor bar for Wreck punch, made with rum—and bartender Alex Warren won’t tell you what else. — Travel + Leisure