Tucked along a quiet road on Trinidad’s east coast, the small, two-and-a-half-pearl Salybia Nature Resort & Spa sits on a rocky beach with lovely Saline Bay views. While the 21 rooms are outdated, they all offer ocean view balconies, air-conditioning, and a good amount of space. Along with a clean pool, full-service spa, and a tropical-themed restaurant, the hotel ticks most of the expected boxes for a solid waterfront hotel. However, the rocky, unswimmable beach, uncomfortable beds, dated decor, and a general inattentiveness to detail overshadows many of the positives.
Tucked along a quiet road on Trinidad’s east coast, the small, two-and-a-half-pearl Salybia Nature Resort & Spa sits on a rocky beach with lovely Saline Bay views. While the 21 rooms are outdated, they all offer ocean view balconies, air-conditioning, and a good amount of space. Along with a clean pool, full-service spa, and a tropical-themed restaurant, the hotel ticks most of the expected boxes for a solid waterfront hotel. However, the rocky, unswimmable beach, uncomfortable beds, dated decor, and a general inattentiveness to detail overshadows many of the positives.
Tony’s Guest House is a small, two-pearl budget property in a residential suburb of Port of Spain. Perfect for backpackers or travelers looking for a budget stay, its seven rooms are dated and dingy, with beat-up old furniture and cleanliness issues, and only some include en-suite bathrooms. There’s a big shared kitchen and living room with lots of couches and TVs (although only one is hooked up). What really draws guests is Tony, the owner who takes them under his wing and goes out of his way to make them feel at home. It’s common to hear stories of Tony making trips to the bank, giving tours of town, and providing rides to Carnival. For another budget option with a central location and nicer rooms, Pearl’s Guest House fits the bill.
Tony’s Guest House is a small, two-pearl budget property in a residential suburb of Port of Spain. Perfect for backpackers or travelers looking for a budget stay, its seven rooms are dated and dingy, with beat-up old furniture and cleanliness issues, and only some include en-suite bathrooms. There’s a big shared kitchen and living room with lots of couches and TVs (although only one is hooked up). What really draws guests is Tony, the owner who takes them under his wing and goes out of his way to make them feel at home. It’s common to hear stories of Tony making trips to the bank, giving tours of town, and providing rides to Carnival. For another budget option with a central location and nicer rooms, Pearl’s Guest House fits the bill.
Forty Winks Inn is a charming two-and-a-half-pearl boutique hotel with homey interiors and a convenient location in central Port of Spain. Its five air-conditioned rooms were renovated in 2016 and have 32-inch flat-screen TVs, wrought-iron headboards, and wall-mounted folding desks. There’s a lush rooftop terrace overflowing with plants and blossoming flowers as well as a ground-floor dining room, where a free, hearty breakfast is served. There’s no on-site restaurant or bar, but Forty Winks’ central location is a 10-minute walk from The Strip, Port of Spain’s bustling nightlife and restaurant hub. For a boutique hotel a bit farther from town with artsy interiors and air-conditioned guest rooms, it’s worth considering the Coblentz Inn Boutique Hotel.
Forty Winks Inn is a charming two-and-a-half-pearl boutique hotel with homey interiors and a convenient location in central Port of Spain. Its five air-conditioned rooms were renovated in 2016 and have 32-inch flat-screen TVs, wrought-iron headboards, and wall-mounted folding desks. There’s a lush rooftop terrace overflowing with plants and blossoming flowers as well as a ground-floor dining room, where a free, hearty breakfast is served. There’s no on-site restaurant or bar, but Forty Winks’ central location is a 10-minute walk from The Strip, Port of Spain’s bustling nightlife and restaurant hub. For a boutique hotel a bit farther from town with artsy interiors and air-conditioned guest rooms, it’s worth considering the Coblentz Inn Boutique Hotel.
Situated along the Queen’s Park Savannah near downtown Port of Spain, the three-and-a-half-pearl Hilton Trinidad and Conference Centre is within a short drive of the city’s main financial, cultural, and historic districts. Each of the hotel’s 418 rooms is clean, contemporary, and includes must-have amenities like free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and private balconies. The hotel offers several features found almost nowhere else in the city, including a large outdoor pool deck, Japanese sushi bar, and a hillside terrace with some of the city’s best panoramic views. However, the bland, '80s-era architecture and dated decor in public areas detract from the overall appeal.
Situated along the Queen’s Park Savannah near downtown Port of Spain, the three-and-a-half-pearl Hilton Trinidad and Conference Centre is within a short drive of the city’s main financial, cultural, and historic districts. Each of the hotel’s 418 rooms is clean, contemporary, and includes must-have amenities like free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and private balconies. The hotel offers several features found almost nowhere else in the city, including a large outdoor pool deck, Japanese sushi bar, and a hillside terrace with some of the city’s best panoramic views. However, the bland, '80s-era architecture and dated decor in public areas detract from the overall appeal.
Palms Hotel is a two-and-a half pearl property that's a quick drive from Piarco International Airport. The hotel has 22 large and modern rooms with flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. It offers gated free parking and a simple continental breakfast is included in rates. However, the surrounding residential area isn't an ideal pick for tourists looking to explore Trinidad’s attractions however. The surrounding area is residential and doesn't have much to do. Port of Spain is a 40-minute drive from the hotel and Maracas Bay will take an hour to reach by car. The nearby Holiday Inn Express is a bit pricier, but has an outdoor pool and a fitness center for guests needing a pre-flight workout. It also offers free airport transfers.
Palms Hotel is a two-and-a half pearl property that's a quick drive from Piarco International Airport. The hotel has 22 large and modern rooms with flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. It offers gated free parking and a simple continental breakfast is included in rates. However, the surrounding residential area isn't an ideal pick for tourists looking to explore Trinidad’s attractions however. The surrounding area is residential and doesn't have much to do. Port of Spain is a 40-minute drive from the hotel and Maracas Bay will take an hour to reach by car. The nearby Holiday Inn Express is a bit pricier, but has an outdoor pool and a fitness center for guests needing a pre-flight workout. It also offers free airport transfers.
Situated adjacent to Port of Spain’s famous MovieTowne complex, the three-pearl Courtyard by Marriott Port of Spain offers both a great location and a solid list of in-room and communal amenities for business travelers and tourists. There's a pretty but compact outdoor pool and a modern restaurant, though breakfast costs extra. Each of the hotel’s 119 rooms is clean, with a modern and slightly bland look, plus free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and a mini-fridge -- some also have private balconies. For those looking for a similar alternative, check rates at the nearby Hilton Trinidad and Conference Centre.
Situated adjacent to Port of Spain’s famous MovieTowne complex, the three-pearl Courtyard by Marriott Port of Spain offers both a great location and a solid list of in-room and communal amenities for business travelers and tourists. There's a pretty but compact outdoor pool and a modern restaurant, though breakfast costs extra. Each of the hotel’s 119 rooms is clean, with a modern and slightly bland look, plus free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and a mini-fridge -- some also have private balconies. For those looking for a similar alternative, check rates at the nearby Hilton Trinidad and Conference Centre.
With amenities like a rotating rooftop restaurant, a big pool, and a 24-hour gym, the three-pearl Radisson Hotel Trinidad is an amenity-packed business-friendly option in central Port of Spain. Its 293 rooms are a blend of pleasant and dated styles, but expect king or queen beds, air-conditioning, and free Wi-Fi, plus great city views from upper-floor rooms. Dining options include two decent buffet restaurants serving Trinidadian and international cuisines, two bars (including a pool bar), and a cafe. Free parking is a big plus in the often traffic-choked city center, and the hotel's iConcierge is a handy tool for exploring the area. For a similar stay with tech-forward rooms and multiple restaurants that's only steps from Queen’s Park Savannah, compare rates with the Kapok Hotel.
With amenities like a rotating rooftop restaurant, a big pool, and a 24-hour gym, the three-pearl Radisson Hotel Trinidad is an amenity-packed business-friendly option in central Port of Spain. Its 293 rooms are a blend of pleasant and dated styles, but expect king or queen beds, air-conditioning, and free Wi-Fi, plus great city views from upper-floor rooms. Dining options include two decent buffet restaurants serving Trinidadian and international cuisines, two bars (including a pool bar), and a cafe. Free parking is a big plus in the often traffic-choked city center, and the hotel's iConcierge is a handy tool for exploring the area. For a similar stay with tech-forward rooms and multiple restaurants that's only steps from Queen’s Park Savannah, compare rates with the Kapok Hotel.
Kapok Hotel is a three-pearl business hotel located in Port of Spain’s upscale St. Clair neighborhood. Its 94 modern rooms include flat-screen TVs, integrated audiovisual systems, and free Wi-Fi, though traffic noise can be an issue. Kapok’s restaurants -- an Italian and a Polynesian/Asian eatery -- get good reviews, and breakfast is included with all stays. Other amenities include a small pool, modern fitness room, and meeting rooms. A big plus is the hotel’s location up the block from Queen’s Park Savannah, the epicenter of Trinidad’s Carnival celebrations and a great spot for a jog. Travelers wanting great city views, a rotating restaurant, and a big pool surrounded by lush gardens may want to consider Radisson Hotel Trinidad, though rates are higher.
Kapok Hotel is a three-pearl business hotel located in Port of Spain’s upscale St. Clair neighborhood. Its 94 modern rooms include flat-screen TVs, integrated audiovisual systems, and free Wi-Fi, though traffic noise can be an issue. Kapok’s restaurants -- an Italian and a Polynesian/Asian eatery -- get good reviews, and breakfast is included with all stays. Other amenities include a small pool, modern fitness room, and meeting rooms. A big plus is the hotel’s location up the block from Queen’s Park Savannah, the epicenter of Trinidad’s Carnival celebrations and a great spot for a jog. Travelers wanting great city views, a rotating restaurant, and a big pool surrounded by lush gardens may want to consider Radisson Hotel Trinidad, though rates are higher.
Las Cuevas Beach Lodge is a two-pearl budget hotel with sea views across Las Cuevas Beach, one of Trinidad’s most gorgeous. Its 11 air-conditioned rooms are basic and dated, with satellite TVs, queen or double beds, and en-suite bathrooms. Premium Rooms may be worth the splurge with their ocean-view balconies, refrigerators, microwaves, and flat-screen TVs. The hotel restaurant serves up tasty Trinidadian and international cuisine from its ocean-view verandah, but mosquitos can be bad. Las Cuevas -- both the beach and the hotel -- are relaxing and quiet compared to many other beaches and hotels on the island, a big plus for some. For a livelier stay, Maracas Bay Hotel has basic rooms and is located next to Maracas Beach, famous for its beautiful coast and bake-and-shark stands.
Las Cuevas Beach Lodge is a two-pearl budget hotel with sea views across Las Cuevas Beach, one of Trinidad’s most gorgeous. Its 11 air-conditioned rooms are basic and dated, with satellite TVs, queen or double beds, and en-suite bathrooms. Premium Rooms may be worth the splurge with their ocean-view balconies, refrigerators, microwaves, and flat-screen TVs. The hotel restaurant serves up tasty Trinidadian and international cuisine from its ocean-view verandah, but mosquitos can be bad. Las Cuevas -- both the beach and the hotel -- are relaxing and quiet compared to many other beaches and hotels on the island, a big plus for some. For a livelier stay, Maracas Bay Hotel has basic rooms and is located next to Maracas Beach, famous for its beautiful coast and bake-and-shark stands.
Acajou Hotel is a rustic, two-and-a-half-pearl eco-friendly hotel within eyeshot of Grande Reviere Beach, the world’s second largest nesting site for leatherback turtles. Its six basic cottages -- set along a river that feeds into the sea -- are made of Trinidadian hardwoods and have ocean views, though there's no air-conditioning or TVs. Free breakfast at Lime Inn, the hotel’s restaurant, is included in room rates, which also serves lunch and dinner (to mixed reviews). For a more traditional hotel stay, the oceanfront rooms at Mt. Plaisir Estate Hotel can accommodate up to six people, have with furniture made by local craftsman, and most importantly, private balconies overlooking the beach (so you can watch the turtles laying eggs and babies hatching from the comfort of your room).
Acajou Hotel is a rustic, two-and-a-half-pearl eco-friendly hotel within eyeshot of Grande Reviere Beach, the world’s second largest nesting site for leatherback turtles. Its six basic cottages -- set along a river that feeds into the sea -- are made of Trinidadian hardwoods and have ocean views, though there's no air-conditioning or TVs. Free breakfast at Lime Inn, the hotel’s restaurant, is included in room rates, which also serves lunch and dinner (to mixed reviews). For a more traditional hotel stay, the oceanfront rooms at Mt. Plaisir Estate Hotel can accommodate up to six people, have with furniture made by local craftsman, and most importantly, private balconies overlooking the beach (so you can watch the turtles laying eggs and babies hatching from the comfort of your room).