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Getting away from it all: The best secluded island resorts for your summertime escape

    View of the Ocean from the Gran Bahia Principe, which sits on its own private island

    View of the Ocean from the Gran Bahia Principe, which sits on its own private island

    Summer is a time for relaxation -- getting together with family and friends to enjoy the warm weather and a cold beer. But with the numerous barbecues (from which you're inevitably "invited" to cook up your favorite dish to share), hours spent at the crowded pool, and in-laws who descend upon you for unannounced, week-long visits, summer activities can be downright exhausting. We here at Oyster understand how you feel and, we promise, it's normal. So to help you find some real R&R to fit into your busy summer schedule, we've tracked down a handful of secluded island resorts where you can discover the true meaning of relaxation. Whether you're looking for super-lux, high-tech digs hidden in the foothills of Jamaica or prefer the rustic charm of a cottage on one of Hawaii's best beaches, Oyster.com has found an isolated island resort to fit your needs.

    The Drum and Bass Suite's Private Balcony at the Geejam

    The Drum and Bass Suite's Private Balcony at the Geejam

  • Geejam

    • Average Price: $316/night
    • Pearls: 4.5
    • Location:Port Antonio, Jamaica


      Ideal for couples, the Geejam is made up of only five private, high-tech cottages on the foothills of Port Antonio. There's no pool or spa (though you can arrange for an in-room massage), but one of the Caribbean's most beautiful beaches is only 10 minutes away. It comes at a price, but the Geejam provides guests with peaceful isolation.
    Exterior of the Cowrie #1 Room at Jake's

    Exterior of the Cowrie #1 Room at Jake's

  • Jake's

    • Average Price: $115/night
    • Pearls: 3.5
    • Location:South Coast, Jamaica


      With 30 hippy-chic cottages in secluded Treasure Beach, Jake's is a member of Island Outpost, Jamaica's trendiest hotel group. The luxury you'll find here, however, is more of a shabby-chic nature: guests come to unplug -- there's no phone, Internet, or TV in the cottages. The black-sand beaches aren't Jamaica's most impressive, but the Driftwood Spa, on-site painting and yoga classes, and excellent food make this a particular favorite.
    Putt-putt Golf at the Hotel Hana-Maui

    Putt-putt Golf at the Hotel Hana-Maui

  • Hotel Hana-Maui

    • Average Price: $409/night
    • Pearls: 4
    • Location:Maui, Hawaii


      The Hotel Hana-Maui overlooking Hana Bay delivers rustic luxury in the middle of Maui's lush, secluded east coast. Incredible service, a top spa, and excellent food makes a stay on the resort's acres of uncrowded property a must. Not directly on the beach, the hotel provides a shuttle service to the nearby Hamoa Beach as well as hiking information to reach hidden waterfalls and beaches. The Hana-Maui may be hard to reach, but it's worth the trip.
    View of the Outdoor Pool at the Gran Bahia Principe Cayo Levantado

    View of the Outdoor Pool at the Gran Bahia Principe Cayo Levantado

  • Gran Bahia Cayo Levantado

  • Nighttime View of the Equator Restaurant at Caneel Bay, a Rosewood Resort

    Nighttime View of the Equator Restaurant at Caneel Bay, a Rosewood Resort

  • Caneel Bay, A Rosewood Resort

    • Average Price: $378/night
    • Pearls: 5
    • Location:St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands


      Built from a historic sugar plantation, Caneel Bay is a serene 166-room resort that sits on 170 acres of a protected national park dotted with seven remote beaches. Even with a quaint pool and rustic rooms that lack TVs and phones, Caneel's attentive service and unparalleled setting make it one of the Caribbean's best secluded resorts. It's also a great place to take the kids, as Brangelina opted to do for their stay-- the resort's Turtle Town runs all-day programs that include magic shows, nature walks, and treasure hunts free of charge for kids three through 12.
    Realxing in a Hammock at the Ke Iki Beach Bungalows

    Realxing in a Hammock at the Ke Iki Beach Bungalows

  • Ke Iki Beach Bungalows

    • Average Price: $185/night
    • Pearls: 3
    • Location:Oahu, Hawaii


      Location trumps luxury at Ke Iki Beach's 11 beachfront bungalows sitting just above the sand on the picturesque North Shore. Sure, the bungalows are modest, amenities are zero, and service is minimal. But a beautiful beach is just outside the door, as are hammocks and grills. And Oahu's most famous surfing spots and a charming surfer town, Haleiwa, are just down the street. It's just how a beach getaway should be.