Barbuda Belle, St John'sBarbuda Belle in St John's, Antigua and Barbuda has a corrected score of 3.2 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 25 of 32 hotels we score in St John's. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.4 before correction.Barbuda Belle is a small beachfront hotel on the island of Barbuda. The property consists of eight wooden bungalows and one villa located on a secluded stretch of white sand. Guests reach the site by boat. It features a seafood restaurant, a bar, and a spa offering massage services. The accommodation includes minibars and Wi-Fi. This setting suits travellers looking for quiet, direct beach access. Because the hotel is only accessible by water, getting to the property requires boat travel. The site is suitable for families and those seeking a private atmosphere.What stands out

Direct beach access

Seafood restaurant and bar

Private wooden bungalows

On-site spa services

Watch out for

Accessible by boat only

Breakfast requires an extra fee

Better-scored in St John's

Jumby Bay Island, St John's: 4.1 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), from $4,381 a night. Jumby Bay Island is a private 300-acre island situated two miles off the northern coast of Antigua.

Paradise Beach Nevis, St John's: 4.0 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), from $2,950 a night. Paradise Beach Nevis is a gated resort located on a ten-acre beachfront compound north of Pinney’s Beach on the island of Nevis.

Golden Rock Inn, St John's: 4.0 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), from $520 a night. Golden Rock Inn is a boutique hotel situated on the slopes of Nevis Peak on the island of Nevis.