“SECRET BEACH”
Though in the shadow of some of the Caribbean’s more popular islands, Dominica is incredibly wild and beautiful, with crashing waterfalls, lush rainforest, rugged coastlines and vibrant coral reefs.
Amid this gorgeous wilderness is off-the-radar Secret Bay and its six clifftop villas, all composed entirely of sustainably sourced tropical hardwoods.
Expansive indoor and outdoor areas, plunge pools and free-standing tubs are standard. Each villa is assigned a dedicated villa host who is on hand to take care of each guest’s needs, whether that’s paddling over a packed lunch to your picnic spot on Secret Beach or arranging a night snorkelling excursion.
Access to the island’s turquoise waters is via a “secret beach”, hence the name. Kayaks, stand-up paddleboards and snorkelling gear are complimentary, while the in-house spa and wellness centre are great for when you feel more leisurely. Part of the luxury of Secret Bay is the sea- and farm-to-table dining, with dishes inspired by the island’s bounty.
SECRET BAY
At a glance
- All-villa rainforest resort overlooking Secret Beach on the northwest coast of Dominica
- Gorgeous clifftop views overlooking the Caribbean Sea
- Six secluded residential-style villas and bungalows
- Private plunge pools, fully equipped kitchens and outdoor living spaces
- Dedicated villa hosts deliver meals and arrange activities
- ‘No-menu’ open-air restaurant offering locally-sourced fare
- One of the few Relais & Châteaux hotels in the Caribbean
For leisure and pleasure
- Two small sandy beaches
- On-call concierge, private chefs and guides
- Cliff-edge sunset deck
- In-house spa and yoga pavilion
- Nature walks and birding
- Nighttime snorkelling and swimming in underwater sea caves
- Watersports hut where you can pick up kayaks, stand-up paddle boards and snorkelling gear
- In-villa cooking classes
