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The 10 Best Hotels in St Vincent and the Grenadines, From Canouan to Bequia
St Vincent and the Grenadines is one of the Caribbean’s most enchanting destinations—a collection of 32 islands and cays where luxury meets authenticity and natural beauty is everywhere you turn. From the secluded beaches of Canouan to the charming hillsides of Bequia, this is a place made for travelers who want more than just a getaway—they want an experience. Whether you’re looking for all-inclusive indulgence, boutique sophistication, or a castaway-style escape, the hotels in this island chain offer some of the most memorable stays in the Caribbean.
From the ultra-luxe Mandarin Oriental on Canouan to the rustic romance of Sugar Reef on Bequia, every property captures a different piece of the islands’ character.
Of course, it all begins with the new Sandals resort in St Vincent, which opened in 2024 and single-handedly transformed the country into one of the Caribbean’s burgeoning hotspots, an impact we’ve coined the “Sandals Effect.” But it’s also helping to shine a light on one of the region’s great unheralded destinations. What’s not on this list? The Petit St Vincent resort, long one of our faves, which is still being renovated and planning on a debut in the next year.
Whether you’re planning a honeymoon, a sailing stopover, or a luxury beach escape, this is your ultimate guide to where to stay in St Vincent and the Grenadines right now. Dive in—and start dreaming.
Sandals Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, St Vincent
It starts with the water—glass-clear, stretching from the deep greens of the forested cliffs to the powder-blue horizon. This is Sandals’ newest outpost, carved into a secret bay on St Vincent’s western edge. You arrive and everything slows: no kids, no rush, just rum cocktails and quiet waves. There are swim-up suites here that open to private pools, and one-bedroom villas where you never have to put on shoes. Twelve restaurants — everything is à la carte, everything fresh. Dive boats leave from the dock. Night falls, and the beach lights up with soft music and even softer breezes. This isn’t just another Sandals—it’s a wilder, quieter Caribbean (and it’s also the only all-inclusive resort in the country). And did we mention the overwater villas?
Top Tip: Don’t miss the beach cabanas at The Edge, the resort’s open-air cliffside bar. You’ll feel like you’ve reached the edge of the world.
You land on a private airstrip and the first thing you notice is the silence—just the sea and the wind and the soft rustle of palms. Mandarin Oriental Canouan is one of the most exclusive stays in the Caribbean, a whisper of a resort on a lush, nearly untouched island. The suites? All ocean-facing. The villas? They come with infinity pools and butlers and more marble than Milan. But it’s not just about the luxury—it’s about the feeling of being away. There’s a glass-walled spa on the hill, a golf course that seems to float above the sea, and a beach that might be the quietest you’ve ever walked. It’s calm here. Purposefully, profoundly calm.
Top Tip: Schedule your spa treatment for golden hour—the treatment suites overlook the ocean, and the light is unreal.
Canouan Estate Resort and Villas, Canouan
This isn’t just a resort—it’s a private Caribbean kingdom. Spread across 1,200 lush acres, Canouan Estate is where seclusion meets grandeur. The villas here aren’t just rooms—they’re full-blown residences, each one perched with cinematic views of the ocean, golf course, or jungle-covered hills. Some have infinity pools that spill into the sky, others have private chefs and beach access so quiet you’ll think you’ve time-traveled. You wake to the sound of parrots, golf on a world-class Jim Fazio course, and dine on the catch of the day under stars that don’t quit. And if you want more? The neighboring Mandarin Oriental’s spa and restaurants give you full access, too.
Top Tip: Book one of the ocean-view villas on Shell Beach—you’ll feel like you’re living on your own private island, with full resort service just a buggy ride away.
It’s barefoot luxury with a London twist. Soho Beach House Canouan takes the club’s signature cool and drops it on a private Caribbean bay. Think rattan furniture, deep sofas, vintage rugs, and ocean views that never stop. You check in and immediately feel like you’re part of something—but not in a try-hard way. It’s all house guests and rosé, linen shirts and long lunches by the pool. The menu’s local, the rum is punchy, and the staff already knows your name by day two. There’s a screening room, a cigar lounge, and private beach nooks just waiting for a sundown drink.
Top Tip: Reserve a private dinner on the jetty.
Bequia Beach Hotel, Friendship Bay
This is the Caribbean as it used to be. On laid-back Bequia, this family-owned resort hugs the curve of Friendship Bay, its retro-chic design a nod to the golden age of travel. You check in at the pink-trimmed villa and are handed a cool towel and a smile. The beach? Empty. The pool? Lagoon-like. The restaurant serves fresh-caught mahi mahi under string lights. Rooms are breezy, with sea views and just enough vintage flair. You don’t come here to be seen. You come here to disappear.
Tip? Splurge for one of the stunning Grenadine HIlls villas. It’s worth it.
Pure stillness. That’s the first thing you notice. The Liming sits on the northern edge of Bequia, a cluster of private villas and suites where the only soundtrack is the sea. Each villa comes with its own pool, and if you’re lucky, your own pier. You dine on the deck of the overwater restaurant, where every dish feels like it was made just for you—and it was. The staff seems to float in and out like island spirits. You won’t want to leave your suite, but you should—just once—for a moonlight swim under the stars.
Top Tip: Order dinner in your villa on your last night. They’ll set it up by the pool, under lanterns, and you’ll never forget it.
Mustique is as exclusive a private island as you’ll encounter in the Caribbean. That means there’s just one hotel: this one. Once a sugar mill, now a boutique hideaway, the hotel is equal parts colonial elegance and bohemian island life. You sip a cocktail at the Great Room Bar, barefoot but in linen. You eat lobster under the stars on the Veranda. In the morning, you swim in the sea before breakfast, then forget what time it is. Everyone’s on island time here—even the staff. It’s all very low-key, very high-end, and very, very Mustique.
Top Tip: Stop in at Basil’s Bar, a short walk away—it’s a Mustique institution and one of the best sundowner spots in the Caribbean (it also has a sister bar in “mainland” St Vincent.
Hidden on the hillside above Port Elizabeth, Spring Hotel is a secret sanctuary surrounded by gardens and hummingbirds. It’s a hybrid—part boutique hotel, part private estate—with a sweeping view over the bay. The rooms are bright and open, with porches made for lingering. There’s a saltwater pool, a breezy outdoor bar, and a yoga deck that looks straight into the jungle. You’re close enough to the town to explore, but far enough to feel like you’re in another world. It’s quiet here. Healing, even.
Top Tip: Wake up early and walk the private trail to Spring Beach—most mornings, you’ll have it all to yourself.
You reach Young Island by boat—just a minute from the mainland, but it feels like another country. This is a private island with 29 thatched-roof cottages, each one hidden in the trees or perched by the sea. The scent of hibiscus and fresh bread (baked daily) fills the air. You drink rum punch at the swim-up bar, take lunch on the floating dock, then nap in a hammock under the mango trees. It’s barefoot, it’s beautiful, and it’s been a Caribbean secret for decades. It’s rustic, for sure, but endearing.
Top Tip: Book Cottage #3—right on the beach with an open-air shower facing the ocean.
Grenadine House, Kingstown, St Vincent
This is old-world charm with Caribbean heart. Grenadine House sits above Kingstown in a beautifully restored 18th-century building that once housed British administrators. Today, it’s a boutique hotel with character—think hardwood floors, wraparound verandas, and a breezy restaurant where locals still gather. Rooms are cozy and elegant, and the location makes it perfect for exploring the island’s west coast or heading out on a ferry to Bequia. History lives here—but so does hospitality. This is the top boutique option in St Vincent proper.
Top Tip: Order the fresh passionfruit juice with breakfast on the veranda—it’s the real taste of St Vincent.
From private island escapes to hillside hideaways, the hotels of St Vincent and the Grenadines offer something rare in today’s Caribbean: space, silence, and soul. This isn’t mass-market travel—it’s a collection of intimate experiences, where each stay feels personal and every sunrise feels like yours alone.
