British Virgin Islands

On the southwestern tip of Virgin Gorda, this resort faces "a palm-lined beach that could not be more magnificent." — Condé Nast Traveler

It offers rooms in a variety of configurations, ranging from four-bedroom villas to the original A-frame cottages built in the 1960s. — Lonely Planet

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

This is a resort for people who don't take their vacation lying down. Action-packed is the name of the game with day trips, snorkeling excursions... and sailing, sailing, sailing. — Concierge

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

Once on the island's main entrance, look for a lovely path going up hill. It's flanked by bougainvilleas and banyan trees, and will take you to the house built by Robb and Rosalie. — Afar Magazine

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

All the condos in this upscale complex a few minutes' drive from Spanish Town have at least partial ocean views. — Fodor's

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

This quiet oasis is far enough from Road Town to give it a secluded feel but close enough to make shops and restaurants convenient. — 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

High on Windy Hill between Cane Garden Bay and Carrot Bay, this property has nine spacious apartments that seem to hang out in thin air. — 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

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

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

Maria’s is on the harbor (no beach)... If you like watching the coming and going of charter yachts from a seaside pool and sundeck, this expansive three-story operation with 40 units may be for you. — Lonely Planet

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

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

Stroll from your room onto the beach at this casual spot in Spanish Town. Some rooms front on the beach; others are tucked back in the garden. The restaurant is excellent. — DK Eyewitness

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