What’s New in Caribbean Resorts

Due to its diversity and natural beauty, the Caribbean is one of those destinations that entice visitors to come back time after time.  In the pursuit of attracting new guests and to keep others content, many Caribbean resorts have been undergoing recent renovations and offering cost saving package promotions.  Let’s take a look!

As part of the beautiful French West Indies, St. Barthelemy (also known as St. Barths or St. Barts) has long been the playground of the world’s rich and famous.  The intimate and secluded Hotel Christopher located on Pointe Milou has recently undergone the second phase of a $7 million upgrade.  Offering only 41 rooms & suites, Hotel Christopher has two restaurants, the largest swimming pool on St. Barths, plus an endless array of pampering treatments available at their Art & Bien-Être Spa.  Nightly rates start at €599 (approx. $787).  For more information, visit Hotel Christopher and the St Barth Tourism Committee.

Located in the popular Isla Verde district of San Juan, Puerto Rico, the trendy chic San Juan Water Beach Club Hotel has just complete a $2.5 million revamping.  Sporting only 80 luxury guest rooms, San Juan Water Beach Club Hotel offers amazing ocean views from Mist, their rooftop bar & lounge, along with locally sourced dining in the new Zest restaurant.   Extra guest amenities now include local fruits, morning yoga, and more.  Rates start at $199 per night.  For more information, visit San Juan Water Beach Club and Puerto Rico Tourism.

With a recent $2 million face lift, Grand Case Beach Club in French St. Martin is ready to welcome guests to show off their spacious updated rooms and patio décor.  Grand Case Beach Club features two sandy white beaches, dining at the Sunset Café, swimming pool, continental breakfast and more all while being just minutes away from St. Martin’s duty-free shopping and nightlife.  Grand Case Beach Club offers 3 and 7-night Honeymoon Packages that come complete with extras like a floral bouquet, picnic basket and a one-day car rental.  Nightly rates start at $335 whereas Honeymoon Packages start at only $357 per night.  For more information, visit Grand Case Beach Club and the St Martin Tourist Office.

Image: St. Barth Tourism Committee