IslandLuxe Lands 6 in 2025 Travel & Leisure's Top 25 Favorite Resorts in the Caribbean, Bermuda and the Bahamas!
6 IslandLuxe Resorts properties make this year’s Top 25 list
“Every year for the World's Best Awards survey, T+L asks readers to weigh in on travel experiences around the globe — to share their opinions on the top hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines, and more. Nearly 180,000 T+L readers completed the 2025 survey. A total of more than 657,000 votes were cast across over 8,700 properties (hotels, cities, cruise lines, etc.).”
Travel + Leisure readers just can’t get enough of the Caribbean (plus Bermuda and the Bahamas), and it’s no surprise why: the islands draw travelers with their sunny skies, crystal-clear waters, vibrant cultures, and laid-back vibes.
The top Caribbean resort, according to T+L readers, is in Curaçao. This Dutch Caribbean island is famous for its gorgeous beaches, colorful buildings, and its hurricane-free summers and is home to an exclusive Balinese-inspired hideaway, Baoase Luxury Resort - voted #1 by Travel + Leisure readers.
The resort has 23 accommodations (ranging from rooms and suites to villas), a private beach, an infinity pool, a beachfront restaurant perfect for admiring sunset views, and a yacht available for charter. There’s also a private island, Isla Kiniw, that can host eight guests. If one thing was near-unanimous from T+L readers, it’s high praise for its service. “The staff anticipated our needs before we even knew we had them,” one reader said. “Outstanding service that exceeded all expectations.” The private beach was also highlighted repeatedly: one reader said it was like having their “own little piece of heaven,” while another said, “It’s a beautiful stretch of sand and sea, ideal for relaxing and enjoying the view.”
Here’s where our properties landed on the list:
1. Baoase Luxury Resort Curacao: Willemstad, Curaçao
Reader Score: 98.68
2. Secret Bay: Portsmouth, Dominica
Reader Score: 97.58
3. Jade Mountain: Soufrière, St. Lucia
Reader Score: 97.24
4. Hermitage Bay: Antigua
Reader Score: 97.00
5. Anse Chastanet Resort: Soufrière, St. Lucia
Reader Score: 96.65
14. Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort: Aruba
Reader Score: 94.32