Secret Bay

"The "secret" part of Secret Bay's name is no accident—the resort's 10 gorgeous villas give new meaning to the word hideaway. Touches vary from villa to villa, but all have interiors and floors made of Guyanese Greenheart, bedroom furniture made of Dominican red cedar, open decks, private pools, and 180-degree views over the mountain peaks of Dominica and the Caribbean Sea. Though we doubt you'll get tired of living your own castaway fantasies (albeit with much nicer accommodations), Secret Bay's concierge is available to help craft personalized itineraries: think rainforest hikes with a famed naturalist, or a sunset sail along the island's western coast." - CNT Editors

"Secret Bay Resort is an all-villa retreat on a cliffside in the jungle. Its 23 villas and open-air Welcome House blend seamlessly into the 50-acre property, designed with eco-luxury in mind. The resort offers privacy, seclusion, and breathtaking views, with villas designed by renowned architect Fruto Vivas. The resort features amenities like a private plunge pool, gourmet kitchens, and panoramic ocean views, making it feel like a private island hideaway. Dining options include the no-menu Zing Zing restaurant, Botanica chef’s table, and Bwa Denn, with a mini kombucha brewery. Activities include a nature walk, yoga, watersports, and the longest funicular in the Caribbean. The Gommier Spa offers massages with local oils. Family-friendly offerings include kids' activities, and the resort focuses on sustainability and accessibility. Secret Bay Resort is a 10-minute drive to Portsmouth and offers discounts for early bookings." - Joni Sweet

"A smart constellation of boutique villas built into the wooded hills of St. John Parish, Secret Bay is a place to kick back in the warm outdoor pool and sip a chilled Kubuli beer while gazing at the outline of the twin humps of Cabrits National Park. Food at the Zing Zing restaurant blends local and international influences (the quinoa salad with chicken is a winner), and guests can request a chef to come to their villa and cook for them."

"Despite the name, the secret’s out on Secret Bay, an all-villa Relais & Châteaux resort committed to sustainability and preserving the surrounding rain forest on Dominica, an under-the-radar island that’s making big strides in environmental stewardship." - Laura Dannen Redman

"All-villa rain-forest resort offering 40 percent off villa rates and additional perks." - Lyndsey Matthews, Michelle Baran