2 Best Hotels in Arthur's Town and Bennett's Harbour, The Southern Out Islands

In a wide bay a half mile off the main road just south of Alligator Point, this resort, owned and operated by an American family, has seven deluxe cottages and a "big house" with several rooms, which are all colorfully decorated and perched steps away from a secluded 3-mile stretch of pristine sugary white beach. The island stone and stucco cottages have wood and tile floors, colorful island furniture, fully equipped kitchens, and air-conditioning. The cottages have a lovely, homey feel, and the patios are perfect for having morning coffee and evening tea. Staff will stock your cottage before your arrival if you send your grocery list, and laundry service and childcare are available. Snorkel, kayak, fish, swim, bike, or relax on the beach.

This quiet and secluded owner-run beach resort is perched high on the hill on the northern tip of Cat Island, granting sweeping views of the beautiful beach at Shannas Cove and the north of the island. There are five brightly decorated cottages, each with private balconies with ocean views and designed with different imported Italian tiles. The excellent restaurant serves three meals a day, with a delicious and creative European-style cuisine. Shannas is a fully equipped scuba center with a 22-foot catamaran dive boat to take you to north Cat Island's smorgasbord of superb dives. They also offer beach chairs, umbrellas, bikes, kayaks, and snorkeling gear. Enjoy nature trails leading to fabulous deserted beaches. You'll be delighted by friendly conversation with the staff about life on Cat Island.