Petit St Vincent

A true private island escapism

Undiscovered, unspoilt, unplugged and unbelievably beautiful, the tiny island of Petit St Vincent is a destination dreams are made of. Situated in a naturally sheltered spot on the southernmost tip of the Grenadines, it is home to just 22 cottages and villas that take barefoot luxury and pure relaxation to a whole new level. If you’re looking for plunge pools, glamorous nightlife and flat screen TVs this probably isn’t the place for you. If warm, turquoise seas teeming with marine life, palm-fringed beaches, incredible food and wine and the sound of waves gently lapping against pristine shores are your kind of thing, then this is paradise found. Experience time without television and many modern technologies to really feel you have escaped from the rest of the world. Explore the colourful corals of nearby Tobago Cays; enjoy private dinner for two under a thousand stars; stretch out with morning yoga and abandon yourself to the treetop spa. This is the place to restore, re-energise and reconnect with life’s simplest pleasures. Adults only.

Hayes & Jarvis Rating

Average: 5 (1 vote)

Guide Price

£5,349 per person

Hotel Category

Indulgent

Location Type

Away from it all

Recommended For

Adults Only

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382 Reviews

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General Information

Check-in Time:
14:00
Check-out Time:
12:00
22 rooms

Main Facilities

Diving
Fitness facilities
Outdoor pool
Spa facilities
Watersports
Weddings

Accommodation Type

H&J Recommended
Luxury Collection
Private island

Board Basis Options

All Inclusive
Full Board

Hotel Location

Location Highlights

Petit St Vincent

Away from it all
Approx. 50 minute flight from Barbados to Union Island and a 15 minute boat ride from Union Island to Petit St Vincent
A private island retreat in the Grenadines
Located near the Tobago Cays for great diving opportunities
A boat ride away from Union Island

382 Reviews

89% of travellers recommended this hotel

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Very Good 40
Average 17
Poor 8
Terrible 6

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Sep 13, 2019

Absolute paradise - a honeymoon of dreams that exceeded expectations

London, United Kingdom

I booked a four night stay at PSV as part of a wider St.Vincent and the Grenadines honeymoon itinerary and it exceeded all expectations. Working in the luxury travel industry I have been fortunate enough to stay in some fabulous hotels with my career and am always intrigued to see if luxury hotels like PSV live up to the hype. This was definitely one of our honeymoon highlights, the resort is not only in one of the most spectacular settings in the world, tucked away in the Grenadines by the Tobago Cays, it feels entirely authentic and not incongruous to its surroundings. The beach villas feel totally private and tucked away and the wild atlantic views offer beautiful sunrises when you wake up at 5am with jetlag! The whole island is very tropical with lovely walking, hiking and running options. It's much less fake and manicured than some of the resorts I've stayed in in the Maldives. On the other side of the island the views of the neighbouring island and yachts bobbing in the harbour make for a blissful lunch spot. Like any brilliant luxury resort what makes the holiday is the people and the staff here were absolutely fantastic. We felt totally spoilt and looked after, but in a very relaxed and authentic Caribbean way. This island is a little piece of heaven and somewhere that you can escape the world, turn off your phone (there is no wifi, meaning no other guests watching videos on the phones at the next table during dinner - the dream!) and reconnect with nature and really unwind. Highly, highly recommend!

Jul 29, 2019

Not one of those places where pictures are better than the actual experience. It’s even better!!!

Daytona Beach, Florida

Our experience at PSV was beyond all of our expectations. We absolutely fell in love with the resort and staff. It is difficult for us to travel in the winter due to the nature of my spouse’s business, thus we made the trip down to PSV from Florida In early July. Expecting the weather to be the same as home, what a treat we experienced with the warm arid climate. Petite St Vincent. My 7 year daughter can not stop talking about our experiences at the resort, we are looking forward to returning next year. The food is very good, the accommodations rustic elegance, yet the service from the lovely staff simply put our family vacation as our best trip to date . There is snorkeling, hiking, enjoying the stunning scenery, a world class spa, &&& no tv! I am extremely prone to motion sickness & even though the last couple legs of our journey to this piece of paradise was bumpy— I would do it all again several times over. We CAN NOT wait to return.

Jun 04, 2019

This is THE place to get away from it all

My husband found this place by accident while searching for a quiet week away and it was intriguing enough that we decided to give it a try. We are so glad we did. Getting to this island takes some time. Since we had the time, we split the outbound trip up because sometimes flights run on "island time" and sometimes the flights are on time. We went from Fort Lauderdale to Barbados and spent the night. The next day, we were back at the Barbados airport to take a 20 seat plane to Union Island. If you have issues with little planes, take non-drowsy Dramamine, works really well. Be patient, sometimes the plane makes stops at other islands as it is essentially a taxi service. From Union Island, there is a car that will take you to the docks. The Petit St. Vincent speed boat picks you up and goes across the channel to the island. It can be rough. At the island, you are greeted with cold scented towels (much needed) and a cold drink. The staff knows who you are as soon as you get off the boat, and they know which cottage you are staying. You don't have to go to the office, everything is done for you. We had cottage 3, at the top of the bluff with no close neighbors. Absolutely spectacular views, good breeze and listening to the waves. I did read some reviews around hot water..... if there is a problem with the hot water, have the staff come and check to make sure the water heater was turned on. Once we had that checked.... plenty of hot water to take a very hot shower. Bug spray and other essentials are under one of the sinks in the bathroom.... use the bug spray if you are going to hike or run. AC worked fine, we had it set to 16C and actually needed to turn it up a few times as it was too cold. The nice thing about this island is you can do lots of stuff...... or nothing at all. I am a runner, so I ran the island's trails and did the fitness trail several times. All the equipment is in very good condition. I thought the trails were in good condition, obviously you need to watch your step. My husband and I did the Marni trail which brings you to the highest point of the island (275 feet), we did it in sneakers but I would suggest hiking boots because of the rocks. Bring water. Or, you can find a secluded piece of beach and take a nap in one of the very comfortable lounge chairs. Water is located at every beach station around the island. My husband is a sailor so we took the HobieCat out a few times, great fun going around the island. If you are a beginner, take some lessons and understand the layout of the island as there are plenty of rocks around. You can play tennis, learn kite surfing, take a scuba class or snorkel. The speedboat will take you to a reef where you can snorkel. I have read reviews that you need to really like who you are with..... truth. The first couple of days, we saw no other guests on the island, which was fine for us but if you are very social....bring your own friends and rent a two bedroom cottage. There is no cell phone service on most of the island. If you are on the beach, you will pick up a local carrier (FLOW). If you really feel like you need cell phone service, I would suggest getting a local SIM and dropping into an old phone. We travel to Europe a lot and that's what we do. You do have internet at the main pavilion.... fast enough to check mail and post pictures to Facebook. The flag system at the beach and the cottage works very well. Red for do not disturb, yellow for service including questions. We had coffee delivered each day at 6:30 AM; they leave it on the shelf outside your cottage door. We had breakfast delivered by 7:30 AM and ate it on our porch with the birds. All of the food is unbelievably fresh..... you really can taste the difference. My husband caught a bit of flu while we were there; the staff was nice enough to bring him whole-made ginger tea to ease his throat and chest. It was a nice touch and definitely above and beyond. We ate dinner every night in the pavilion.....again the quality of the food was simply unbelievable. I took the opportunity to eat seafood every night. The portions are European so you do not feel like you need to be rolled away from the table. I thought the beer, wine and champagne were reasonably priced, although given the opportunity I would broaden the wine list a bit. There are plenty of wines from California (Napa, Sonoma), South Africa, New Zealand and Europe with better price points than what they had on the menu. If you love who you are with and enjoy spending time together, this is the ultimate in getting away from it all.

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Petit St Vincent

Facilities

Jean-Michel Cousteau Dive Centre

Explore the underwater world of Petit St Vincent and the surrounding areas such as the Tobago Cays at the Jean-Michel Cousteau Dive Center. Opened in 2014 after extensive exploration of the reefs in the area, the goal is to educate and help people appreciate the importance of these coral reefs so they stay protected for future generations.

Hillside Spa

Whether you are looking for a beauty treatment or a full-body massage the team of very experienced Balinese therapists provide a wide range of treatments with you in mind. The Hillside Spa is in an elevated position on the island allowing panoramic views, including four treatment rooms with tropical foliage and ocean views.

Beach wait and room service

Boasting a digital detox across the resort, one thing that isn't compromised is service. For room service, island transportation or if you want to be left alone for an afternoon snooze, Petit St Vincent's flagpole system is a simple yet effective way to communicate with the staff. If you require service, raise the yellow flag - if you wish to be left alone raise the red flag.

Island Buy-out

If you have a special occasion coming up like a wedding or milestone birthday or anniversary, Petit St Vincent allows you to do an island buy-out so you have the entire resort just for you and your cloest friends and family. What could be a better way to celebrate your big day? Enjoy a beach wedding knowing you won't have any unwanted spectators on the beach and have the resort's attentive staff on call just for you and your party. Please call one of our destination specialists for more details.

Watersports

Non-motorised watersports such as kayaking, Hobie Cats and windsurfing are complimentary at the water sports centre. Go deep sea fishing either early morning or late afternoon and try your luck at catching your supper.

Land Sports

If you want to keep active during your stay there are a range of activities if you prefer staying on dry land. Activities include hiking, jogging, tennis, golf and football practice with the PSV team.

Petit St Vincent

Room Types

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One Bedroom Cottage

The resort has 16 One Bedroom Cottages which truly coincide with the hotel's ethos of escapism with the rooms purposely free of telephones, WIFI and television to allow guests to detach themselves from modern-day distractions and allowing quality time with each other and the island's natural tranquility. Each cottage comes with a king-size bed, a living area, floor to ceiling sliding doors to create an open-plan and open-air environment. The balcony or terrace boasts outdoor seating, a dining area and a hammock. Sleeps up to two adults and two children.

Show room facilities

Air Conditioning
Balcony or Terrace
Hairdryer
Ironing Facilities
Minibar
MP3 dock
Safe
Separate Shower
Tea & Coffee Facilities
Towels included

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Two Bedroom Cottage

Each of these beachfront villas has two bedrooms, each with their own en-suite. The sounds of the ocean can be heard from the bedrooms with one king-size room with the second offering two queen-size beds making these perfect for families with older children or two couples. Nespresso® coffee machine and IPod® docking station come included in these rooms. Large floor-to-ceiling sliding doors open up onto a spacious decked terrace, just a few footsteps away from the white sands and crystal blue waters and feature outdoor seating, dining area and hammock.

Show room facilities

Air Conditioning
Balcony or Terrace
Hairdryer
Ironing Facilities
Minibar
MP3 dock
Safe
Sea View
Separate Shower
Tea & Coffee Facilities
Towels included

Petit St Vincent

Food & Drink

Main Restaurant

Indulge in the resort's range of fine dining at the intimate hilltop main restaurant commanding stunning views over the island and its harbour. An open plan and open air setting with indoor and outdoor seating serving a range of fresh fish, cuts of beef and a variety of vegetarian dishes.

Wine Cellar

Located at the Main Restaurant is an impressive wine cellar. Home to over 4,500 bottles of fine wine and an exclusive selection of champagne along with aged rums, whiskies, cognacs and Cuban cigars to compliment your experience.

Beach Restaurant and Goatie's Bar

Allowing you to kick back and relax in a casual dining experience situated right on the beach with great views of the beach and ocean. Offering barefoot dining, with your toes in the sand dine from a great menu serving Caribbean delights from fish, barbeque chicken, salads and grilled snacks. Goatie's Bar is located adjacent to the Beach Restaurant and is the perfect place to unwind appreciate the views with one of the signature rum punches after lunch.

Weekly barbecues

Petit St Vincent hosts a beach barbecue every week at the Main Restaurant serving an array of freshly grilled treats such as pork ribs, lobster and Black Angus beef. A personal invite will be delivered to your cottage or beachfront villa however if you do not wish to attend one of the staff will be more than happy to hand deliver a selection from the barbecue for you to enjoy in the privacy of your own cottage.

Board Basis Options

Full Board

Food: Rates include three meals a day breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Drink: All non-alcoholic beverages are included

Activities: The use of all non-motorised watersports and facilities of the resort (treatments at the spa are at an additional cost)

All Inclusive

Available as an all inclusive summer package available in the months of June and July only with a minimum stay of seven nights. Includes three meals a day, a selection of house alcoholic beverages and arrival and departure boat transfers.

Petit St Vincent

A true private island escapism

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Petit St Vincent

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Absolute paradise - a honeymoon of dreams that exceeded expectations

Not one of those places where pictures are better than the actual experience. It’s even better!!!

Perfect anniversary trip

This is THE place to get away from it all

Absolute paradise

Petit St Vincent

Facilities

Jean-Michel Cousteau Dive Centre

Hillside Spa

Beach wait and room service

Island Buy-out

Watersports

Land Sports

Petit St Vincent

Room Types

One Bedroom Cottage

Two Bedroom Cottage

Petit St Vincent

Food & Drink

Main Restaurant

Wine Cellar

Beach Restaurant and Goatie's Bar

Weekly barbecues

Board Basis Options

Petit St Vincent

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