The Caribbean has no shortage of extraordinary resorts, but its most exclusive escapes offer something increasingly rare: genuine seclusion. Across private islands, protected coastlines, remote beaches, and sprawling tropical estates, a select collection of resorts has elevated the traditional Caribbean getaway with remarkable accommodations, highly personalized service, and settings that let you truly disappear. Some occupy entire islands accessible only by boat or private aircraft, while others offer villas and bungalows designed to create a world unto themselves. From the turquoise waters of Turks and Caicos to the dramatic Pitons of St. Lucia, these 10 resorts represent some of the Caribbean’s most exceptional places to get away from it all.
Baoase Curaçao
Hidden along Curaçao’s southern coast, Baoase Curaçao has become one of the Caribbean’s most intimate luxury retreats, pairing tropical gardens, private beaches, and Balinese-inspired design with a deliberately small-scale resort experience. Lush landscaping and tranquil water features surround its villas and suites, with select accommodations offering private pools and direct beach access. For an entirely different level of privacy, guests can escape to Isla Kiniw, Baoase’s private island retreat designed for exclusive use by groups of up to eight. The secluded hideaway has its own infinity pool and beachfront setting, creating an experience removed even from the already intimate main resort. Baoase earned the No. 1 resort ranking in the Caribbean in both Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards and Travel + Leisure’s 2025 World’s Best Awards, recognition that has helped transform this once under-the-radar Curaçao retreat into one of the region’s most celebrated luxury properties.
Ambergris Cay | Turks and Caicos
Spanning approximately 1,100 acres in the southeastern reaches of Turks and Caicos, Ambergris Cay combines the scale of a largely untouched private island with an exceptionally limited collection of accommodations. The all-inclusive resort has its own 5,700-foot airstrip, allowing private aircraft to land directly on the island, while guests arriving commercially can transfer from Providenciales by a short flight. Among its most distinctive accommodations are the Waterside Bungalows, positioned directly along the island’s calm turquoise waters with private heated plunge pools, shaded terraces, and direct access to the sea. Each comes with a kayak and paddleboard waiting outside, allowing guests to step from their bungalow directly into the surrounding water. Combined with gourmet dining, premium beverages, extensive water sports, personalized island hosts, and hundreds of acres of undeveloped landscape, Ambergris Cay creates a self-contained private-island experience where the sense of space is as much a luxury as the accommodations themselves.
Caerula Mar Club | South Andros, The Bahamas
South Andros remains dramatically different from the busier islands of The Bahamas, and Caerula Mar Club embraces that remoteness with just 23 accommodations along a largely untouched stretch of coastline. Transformed by Bryan and Sarah Baeumler, the boutique resort combines contemporary island design with an environment defined by empty beaches, clear water, and remarkably little development. South Andros sits alongside the immense Andros Barrier Reef and is known for its extensive network of blue holes, giving guests access to snorkeling, diving, fishing, boating, and other adventures beyond the resort. Back on property, days revolve around the beach, sweeping infinity pool, and intimate dining, including Lusca, which introduced fine dining to this remote corner of The Bahamas. For groups seeking complete privacy, Caerula Mar can also be reserved in its entirety for up to 60 guests, effectively transforming the boutique resort into a private Bahamian retreat.
Jade Mountain | St. Lucia
Rising above the 600-acre Anse Chastanet estate in St. Lucia, Jade Mountain is one of the Caribbean’s most distinctive luxury retreats. Its signature accommodations, known as sanctuaries, eliminate the traditional fourth wall, opening the living space to the Caribbean Sea and the UNESCO-listed Pitons, with many centered around expansive private infinity pools. The result is an immersive indoor-outdoor experience that makes the surrounding landscape as important as the architecture itself. Beyond the sanctuaries, guests have access to Anse Chastanet’s beaches and extensive marine environment, including coral reefs immediately offshore, while experiences range from visits to the resort’s Emerald Estate organic farm to chocolate making and dining at the Jade Mountain Club. Despite its dramatic architecture, Jade Mountain remains intentionally intimate, making privacy, extraordinary views, and a direct connection to St. Lucia’s natural environment the defining elements of a stay.
Jumby Bay Island | Antigua
Located just off the coast of Antigua, Jumby Bay Island occupies a 300-acre private island reached by the resort’s private boat, immediately separating arriving guests from the pace of the mainland. Part of the incredible Oetker Hotels portfolio, the resort offers suites, private villas, and expansive residences, creating several ways to experience one of the Caribbean’s most established private-island enclaves. Cars are absent from the island, leaving bicycles and golf carts as the preferred way to move between beaches, restaurants, pools, and residences amid a landscape that remains remarkably spacious. White-sand beaches, water sports, sophisticated dining, and highly personalized service make it possible to spend an entire stay without returning to Antigua. Despite its secluded atmosphere, Jumby Bay remains remarkably accessible, with the private boat journey taking only minutes after guests reach the island nation, offering the rare combination of genuine private-island isolation and convenient access to an international airport.
La Casa de la Playa by Xcaret | Riviera Maya, Mexico
Along a secluded stretch of the Riviera Maya, La Casa de la Playa by Xcaret takes an intimate approach to the all-inclusive experience with just 63 oceanfront suites, each featuring a private pool and views of the Caribbean Sea. Culinary experiences define the adults-only resort, with restaurants and menus shaped by some of Mexico’s most celebrated chefs, complemented by an extensive wine cellar, tequila and mezcal experiences, and deeply personalized service. That culinary focus extends to the Apapaxoa GastroCultural Festival, Xcaret’s annual celebration bringing acclaimed chefs, culinary personalities, and gastronomic traditions together for several days of dinners, tastings, demonstrations, and cultural experiences across its resorts. Beyond the table, guests have access to Xcaret’s parks and experiences, a spa inspired by Mayan traditions, and the amenities of the wider Xcaret ecosystem, while returning to a property designed for considerably greater privacy. With only 63 suites and an unusually ambitious culinary program, La Casa de la Playa stands apart as both an exclusive Caribbean escape and a destination for travelers who increasingly choose their hotels based on what happens in the kitchen.
Petit St. Vincent | St. Vincent and the Grenadines
For travelers who define luxury by how completely they can disconnect, Petit St. Vincent remains one of the Caribbean’s quintessential private-island escapes. The 115-acre island in the Grenadines is home to only 22 villas spread across beaches, hillsides, and bluffs, leaving much of the landscape undeveloped and giving guests an unusual degree of personal space. No crowded resort corridors or sprawling hotel towers; instead, accommodations are integrated into the island landscape, within reach of secluded beaches, restaurants, a hillside spa, and a yoga pavilion. Days can revolve around sailing, snorkeling, diving, spa treatments, or doing almost nothing at all along the shoreline. The entire island can also be reserved privately, taking the concept of an exclusive Caribbean getaway to its logical conclusion. With its exceptionally low density and remote position deep in the Grenadines, Petit St. Vincent offers the increasingly rare sensation of temporarily leaving the rest of the world behind.
Amanyara | Turks and Caicos
On the remote northwestern coast of Providenciales, Amanyara shows that complete seclusion doesn’t necessarily require leaving the island behind. The Aman resort sits beside an 18,000-acre nature reserve and North West Point Marine National Park, reached by a solitary road winding through the surrounding wilderness. Standalone pavilions sit among coastal vegetation, reflective ponds, and the shoreline, with select accommodations featuring private infinity pools or paths leading directly to the beach. For guests seeking even greater privacy, Amanyara’s three- to six-bedroom villas surround private infinity pools and include dedicated hosts and chefs, allowing families and groups to experience the resort with minimal need to leave their residence. Wellness, snorkeling, water sports, tennis, and access to a pristine stretch of coastline complete an experience built around space and tranquility. Following its current enhancements, Amanyara is scheduled to reopen on October 20, 2026.
Cheval Blanc St-Barth | St. Barthélemy
St. Barthélemy has long represented the glamorous side of Caribbean exclusivity, and Cheval Blanc St-Barth occupies one of the island’s most coveted settings along Flamands Beach. The Maison blends the sophistication of the Cheval Blanc collection with the relaxed rhythm of St. Barts, featuring interiors by Jacques Grange, a Guerlain spa, acclaimed dining, and highly personalized service. At the pinnacle of its accommodations is Villa de France, a five-bedroom residence designed for up to 10 guests with direct access to Flamands Beach. The villa includes two private infinity pools, expansive terraces, a private kitchen and dining room, dedicated treatment and fitness spaces, and its own team of Cheval Blanc Majordomes. The result is a residential interpretation of St. Barts luxury, offering the privacy and scale of a major private villa alongside the amenities and service of one of the island’s most prestigious resorts.
Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico | Rio Grande, Puerto Rico
Set within a 1,000-acre private peninsula between the Atlantic Ocean and the foothills of El Yunque National Forest, Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico delivers seclusion on a scale rarely associated with a major Caribbean resort. The resort occupies 72 acres, offering ample room for sprawling tropical grounds, coral-reef-protected beaches, an enormous lagoon-style swimming pool, and accommodations spread throughout the property rather than concentrated in a traditional high-rise hotel. Golf is a major part of the experience, with two nearby 18-hole courses designed by Tom Kite, while an extensive collection of restaurants and bars lets guests stay on the peninsula throughout their visit. Its location also appeals to American travelers, offering the beaches, tropical landscape, and resort experience of a Caribbean escape without leaving U.S. territory or requiring a passport.
COMO Parrot Cay | Turks and Caicos
A 1,000-acre private island in Turks and Caicos, COMO Parrot Cay has spent decades cultivating the kind of understated exclusivity that draws travelers seeking privacy without spectacle. Reached by boat from Providenciales, the island features white-sand beaches, dense tropical vegetation, and accommodations ranging from rooms and suites to expansive beachfront houses and private estates. Many villas and residences feature private pools and direct beach access, allowing guests to experience much of the island from the privacy of their own retreat. Wellness is central to the resort through COMO Shambhala, with treatments, yoga, Pilates, fitness, and wellness-focused cuisine complementing days spent swimming, paddleboarding, sailing, or simply disappearing along the coastline. The combination of private-island geography, extensive undeveloped space, substantial private residences, and a longstanding emphasis on discreet service makes COMO Parrot Cay a fitting conclusion to a collection of the Caribbean’s most exclusive escapes.