Hermitage Bay

Epic, downright epic stay here. Didn't know a place like this even existed to be honest. It's a hidden gem in paradise. Crytal clear warm waters, amazing accmodations, superb service, etc etc I could really go on and on We showed up with a plan of all these activities we were gonna do but given how beautiful the environment was, we just relaxed, read, and enjoyed the amazing carribbean waters. The service was ultra friendly and personal, with everyone being accommodating to every need and request. The resort has an excellent mix of upbeat energy with quite relaxation, and you can find either one at the exact same time. The food was spectacular, and all meals are prepared fresh and served with a smile. We had an extra special night as a new sailbot experience is under way and we were able to check it out for dinner. This is going to a major hit as it is a sailboat (came from Conneticut) that can accomodate what looks like a dozen or more passengers for a beautiful sunset dinner. To be out in the bay overlooking the perfect water/sunset while enjoying a lovely dinner is a pinch yourself experience. I would highly recommend this once it becomes a regular part of their service. Special thanks to Rachel, Kenza, Daniel and a few others I'm blanking on for allowing us to experience this. Can't wait to be back to this one of a kind resort, where all your worries slip away.

My wife and I just got back from an absolutely amazing stay at Hermitage Bay. We had a Sea Garden Suite booked for the entirety of our stay and it was wonderful, steps from the beach, but also felt like it was in a rainforest, with a private pool too which was nice. We did request an upgrade into a Hillside Villa when we checked in which Solange the Guest Services manager helped us with, which we couldn't have been more excited about. So the final 3 nights we stayed in the Hillside Villa (at the very top) and the views were out of this world...even from the bathtub! Everything room wise was top notch and we loved the outdoor shower which we were somewhat skeptical about at first. Mini bar had a great selection and there was a great bluetooth speaker as well which i hadn't seen before in a hotel. Beach and amenity wise we couldn't have asked for more. The drink/umbrella service while on the beach was immediate. Whenever we needed something we just put up a little red flag by our lounge chairs and they came right over. We took a free hour long snorkel trip to a nearby reef which was a great experience without having to spend a huge chunk of time on a snorkel trip, and they had snorkel gear for snorkeling right on the beach as well. We also had good experiences with the morning Yoga session and a couples massage. Food / Drink wise we have zero complaints. It is unlike any other all-inclusive we've been to where food is usually the worst part. Breakfast was great, with a fresh squeezed juice of the day and a great assortment of food options. Lunch was nice as well in their beachfront restaurant which started with 4 little tapas esque tasters that all seemed like they were fresh out of the garden each day and made it felt like you didn't have to eat off the same menu every day. Dinner was amazing as well, all the starters were good (we tried them all), and they had a daily special menu of ~3 items on top of their normal menu to keep things fresh. Also they seemed to keep you with the same waitress for the duration of the stay, which I thought was a great touch and let's you get to know them. Ours was Annis and she was great! Lastly (because I could go on forever just how great it was), the overall feel of the resort just doesn't feel real. Everyone is just so nice, attentive and happy and it shows that their #1 goal is to make you happy and enjoy your stay. For example we broke our suitcase when we switched suites, and when we asked Solange if they had duct tape, wouldn't you know it, they got us a full roll of duct tape the next day. We will definitely be back and couldn't recommend it enough! Brian M

Beautiful beach, lovely rooms, great water sports and really friendly staff. Food was variable, sometimes excellent, but sometimes poor, drenched in too much oil. (Club sandwich at lunch was disgusting.) Often limited choice. Our biggest problem was that the hotel had been recommended to us by friends as a peaceful, romantic and very relaxing place. However, every lunchtime and evening there were very loud bands playing in the restaurant. I would much prefer to hear the waves rather than tacky pop music. You could even hear the music at the far end of the beach. Apparently the new owner wants to change the style of the resort. Please scrap the loud bands!

Best beach vacation ever? Fortunate to be a frequent traveler and usually line up some type of beach vacation a couple times a year. Always in search of that "special place" that provides first class accommodations, genuinely friendly service, quality locally sourced food, incorporates the local culture, all while maintaining a touch of class. Look no further than Hermitage Bay. Literally checks all the boxes referenced. The quality and options for food and drinks is simply amazing. Nightly live music at lunch and after dinner is a wonderful touch. Plenty of water sport options. Just thinking about pulling up a chair at the Tree Bar makes me smile. A big THANK YOU to the entire staff for making this one of the best vacations ever! Your professional service accompanied with a smile made this guest feel like family. Looking forward to visiting next year now that I have found that "special place".

If you hate nature, sunlight and stunning imagery everywhere you look then you wouldn’t like it here. Everywhere you look is gorgeous. The food is absolutely amazing, and the activities are blissful. Whether you are snorkeling in the ocean or relaxing in the spa, there is something here for everyone. The people and staff are more friendly than my own family. If heaven was a place on earth, it would probably be in Hermitage Bay… in their sushi bar.