Tobago's Blue Haven is a perfect for anyone wanting to be pampered, and with their classic décor, the hotel is brimming with character

Idyllic Tobago combines the charm and scenic splendor of all tropical islands; unspoiled beaches, coral reefs, ruined forts, rainforest, waterfalls, exotic flowers and trees, birdlife and friendly people, but fanned by trade winds, the climate is less humid, making Tobago more pleasant all year round. The Caribbean’s southernmost island, at latitude 11N, Tobago has kept its natural beauty and laid back image, so for those looking for a tranquil vacation in a dream location to recharge their batteries, Tobago is the place to go.

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Situated on a majestic cliff, overlooking palm fringed Bacolet Bay, the gem of Tobago’s hotels is Blue Haven. The hotel provided idyllic scenery for several films in the 1950s, now splendidly refurbished yet retaining its charm, Blue Haven combines the ambience and atmosphere of classic times with the modern living an exclusive hotel. If former guests like Robert Mitchum, Rita Hayworth or Jack Lemmon were to visit today, they would still find the same palm alley lining the driveway, remnants of an old fortress, cannon and all, the same coral-pink 1950s façade and the original octagonal lobby topped by a dome opening onto a broad terrace, all surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and the azure blue sea. Because of its fantastic location, romantic Blue Haven is a hot spot for weddings and the ideal hideaway for honeymooners. The happy couples can enjoy the hotel’s signature open-glass bathroom, allowing guests to watch the sea even while taking a shower, while the other 55 rooms and suites have private balconies with breathtaking ocean-views.

Sports and recreation
Guests can dine from beneath their sheets, with breakfast served in bed if so desired, while a BBQ lunch is served at the No-Problem Beach Bar. At dusk, sip exotic cocktails on the terrace, under the gaze of spectacular sunsets before moving onto dinner in the colonial style villa, Shutters On The Bay. The excellent menus feature seafood including delicious local lobster, and combine international gourmet cuisine with West Indian ingredients and spices.  In between the fantastic meals, guests can relax by the pool or take a swim at the hotel’s secluded beach, where according to the novel, Daniel Defoe let Robinson Crusoe wash ashore; the anchor of the ship can still be seen on the hotel site. Blue Haven also offers tennis on the resort’s court, relaxing massages in the spa or golf at one of the courses nearby. Personally guided rainforest hikes and bird-watching tours are also available for the more eco-oriented traveler, while scuba diving and snorkeling can be arranged, alongside deep-seas fishing. Then again, guests may just want to crash in a hammock, listen to the waves and do nothing at all.

Chance to buy
Those who fall in love with the island life and want to stay forever can buy a property at the adjacent intimate Blue Haven villa development and combine the privacy of villa living with the convenience and amenities of a stylish boutique-hotel. Only a few oceanfront properties are still available. Invest and relax.