Acajou Hotel is a rustic, two-and-a-half-pearl eco-friendly hotel within eyeshot of Grande Reviere Beach, the world’s second largest nesting site for leatherback turtles. Its six basic cottages -- set along a river that feeds into the sea -- are made of Trinidadian hardwoods and have ocean views, though there's no air-conditioning or TVs. Free breakfast at Lime Inn, the hotel’s restaurant, is included in room rates, which also serves lunch and dinner (to mixed reviews). For a more traditional hotel stay, the oceanfront rooms at Mt. Plaisir Estate Hotel can accommodate up to six people, have with furniture made by local craftsman, and most importantly, private balconies overlooking the beach (so you can watch the turtles laying eggs and babies hatching from the comfort of your room).
Acajou Hotel is a rustic, two-and-a-half-pearl eco-friendly hotel within eyeshot of Grande Reviere Beach, the world’s second largest nesting site for leatherback turtles. Its six basic cottages -- set along a river that feeds into the sea -- are made of Trinidadian hardwoods and have ocean views, though there's no air-conditioning or TVs. Free breakfast at Lime Inn, the hotel’s restaurant, is included in room rates, which also serves lunch and dinner (to mixed reviews). For a more traditional hotel stay, the oceanfront rooms at Mt. Plaisir Estate Hotel can accommodate up to six people, have with furniture made by local craftsman, and most importantly, private balconies overlooking the beach (so you can watch the turtles laying eggs and babies hatching from the comfort of your room).
An upper-middle-range beachfront property, the Grand Magdalena (like many resorts on Tobago) offers rooms at reasonable rates; the price covers a buffet breakfast, bicycle rentals, shuttles to a nearby beach, and numerous other freebies. Facilities include a fitness center, large pool, and nearby spa, and the hotel has numerous restaurant and bar options (although the restaurants can be overpriced). Rooms are simple, and some furniture shows wear and tear, but all feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and best of all, ocean views.
An upper-middle-range beachfront property, the Grand Magdalena (like many resorts on Tobago) offers rooms at reasonable rates; the price covers a buffet breakfast, bicycle rentals, shuttles to a nearby beach, and numerous other freebies. Facilities include a fitness center, large pool, and nearby spa, and the hotel has numerous restaurant and bar options (although the restaurants can be overpriced). Rooms are simple, and some furniture shows wear and tear, but all feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and best of all, ocean views.
Blue Waters Inn is a three-and-a-half-pearl hotel with an amazing beachside location along Tobago’s secluded Batteaux Bay. Its 38 air-conditioned rooms and bungalows are modern and simple, with hardwood furniture, flat-screen satellite TVs, and private balconies with ocean views. A casual restaurant with sea views and a more upmarket dining option get mostly positive reviews, and there's a small infinity pool, whirlpool, and a game room with plenty of activities. A dive shop, free kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards are also a big plus. The long, winding road from the airport to Blue Waters might be a bit much for some, but it helps things feel especially secluded. For a stay closer to the airport with beautiful gardens, a delicious restaurant, and a wellness vibe, it's worth considering Kariwak Hollistic Haven.
Blue Waters Inn is a three-and-a-half-pearl hotel with an amazing beachside location along Tobago’s secluded Batteaux Bay. Its 38 air-conditioned rooms and bungalows are modern and simple, with hardwood furniture, flat-screen satellite TVs, and private balconies with ocean views. A casual restaurant with sea views and a more upmarket dining option get mostly positive reviews, and there's a small infinity pool, whirlpool, and a game room with plenty of activities. A dive shop, free kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards are also a big plus. The long, winding road from the airport to Blue Waters might be a bit much for some, but it helps things feel especially secluded. For a stay closer to the airport with beautiful gardens, a delicious restaurant, and a wellness vibe, it's worth considering Kariwak Hollistic Haven.