Smaller and more tranquil than neighbouring St Kitts, Nevis is a 36-square-mile gem, with picturesque beaches and calm seas surrounding a verdant, mountainous interior. Much-loved by laid-back couples and adventurous families alike, the island is a charming base for a Caribbean getaway. Accommodation options include everything from intimate hillside hideaways to glamorous beachfront resorts, fit for a whole host of tastes and budgets. Whilst many of the best places to stay on Nevis are set right on the sand, some of our favourite properties are tucked away on the slopes of majestic Nevis Peak, offering amazing views.

The oldest British colony in the Caribbean, Nevis has heaps of history. Amble around Charlestown to spot well-preserved heritage architecture and to visit the Museum of Nevis History, the birthplace of Alexander Hamilton. The Botanical Gardens of Nevis, just inland, are gorgeous and well worth a wander. For a further insight into Nevis’ past, head to New River Estate or see the ruins of Cottle Church and Montpelier House, where Horatio Nelson married Fanny Nisbet. The Horatio Nelson Museum is also intriguing.

Adventurers will delight in hiking up Nevis Peak for expansive vistas, or in following walking and cycling trails past the old ruins and abandoned roads which criss cross the interior. You’ll also see Nevis’ famous hummingbirds flitting amidst the bougainvillea and hibiscus. The island’s spectacular beaches are brilliant for sunbathing and sandcastles, and calm seas offer great snorkelling, sailing and swimming conditions.

Relaxed and unspoilt, Nevis is a remarkable destination. And with everything from restored plantation houses to swish resorts to choose from, the best places to stay on Nevis promise something truly special!

The Best Places to Stay on Nevis

For a Heritage Hideaway

• Golden Rock Inn offers 11 guestrooms tucked within 100 acres of lush gardens on the slopes of Nevis Peak. 19th-century stone cottages have seriously cool interiors designed by the artist-owners, there's a delectable gourmet eatery, and lots to do outdoors. A real gem for romantics or friends.
• The Hermitage has at its heart a 350-year-old manor house, surrounded by mature gardens. Opt for a guestroom, cottage or multi-room villa for a trip with friends or family. Expect delicious dishes using homegrown produce, as well as activities ranging from tennis to hiking through the forests of Nevis Peak. Particularly friendly.
• Montpelier Plantation Inn boasts 19 sophisticated rooms, suites and a villa on a hillside with striking sea views. The original sugar plantation dates back 300 years, but the property fuses this history with a chic, contemporary feel. There are three fine dining restaurants, as well as a private beach, 15 minutes from the plantation. Romantic, luxurious and timeless.

For Families

• Oualie Beach Resort sits at the northern tip of Nevis, with 32 large rooms and suites facing St Kitts. Stay here for the relaxed, family-friendly feel, the beach restaurant, water sports, bike hire and soothing spa. Oualie Bay is calm — perfect for little ones to splash around. Also eco-friendly.
• Mount Nevis Hotel is spread across 13 acres on Round Hill Estate, with 44 rooms and suites, as well as a pretty villa. Great for families, the hotel offers inter-connecting rooms, a big swimming pool, plenty of green spaces for little ones to play, and complimentary shuttle rides to three beaches. The team can organise family-friendly activities, too. Some of the accommodation is self-catering, and the restaurant uses organic produce.

For a Beach Resort

• The Four Seasons is an expansive, 350-acre beach resort, with its own golf course, tennis courts, three swimming pools, water sports and a top-notch kids club. Brilliant for romantic escapes or active family trips, this indulgent, contemporary property really does have it all.
• Nisbet Plantation Beach Club is the only historic plantation of its kind in the Caribbean to be set right on the sand. Classic rooms and suites have private balconies and all the mod-cons, and you can spend your days strolling along the beach, out on the water, playing tennis, swimming in the pool or unwinding at the spa before feasting on gourmet fare. A small resort with 36-acres of grounds. Particularly well-suited to couples.
• Paradise Beach features thirteen private beach villas and residences with up to four bedrooms, on Nevis' beautiful west coast. Pick this place for the spectacular seaside location and exquisitely-appointed villas, which come with large kitchen and dining areas, private terraces and plunge pools. Cook up a storm yourself, book a private chef, or head to the chic beach bar. A very special choice for friends or families travelling together.

FOR AN APARTMENT OR VILLA

• If you'd prefer a self-catering option, we suggest that you visit our online partner Booking.com.

Travel Information

• Fly to Nevis' Vance W. Amory International Airport, and hop aboard a bus or taxi to your destination. Alternatively, travel to St Kitts' Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport and take a short ferry across to Nevis. Most hotels will be happy to coordinate a pick up for you in advance.
• There's so much to see in Nevis! Contact our online partner Rentalcars if you would like to hire a car.
• Travel between November and mid-April for balmy temperatures averaging at around 28°C. The hurricane season — June to November — is best avoided. The Christmas and New Year season is especially busy, so book your trip well in advance. Travel in late April or May for great hotel deals.

STILL NOT SURE?

• Explore our list of all the best places to stay in St Kitts & Nevis.
• Alternatively, expand your search to see our pick of the best places to stay in the Caribbean.
• Or contact one of our friendly Gurus for advice.