Fodor's Expert Review Lodge Kura Hulanda & Beach Club-GHL Hotel

On the island's remote western tip, this sprawling resort with tranquil gardens will make you feel far removed from the daily grind. Rooms in two-story villas offer plush comforts, including grand porches (many overlooking the ocean), large televisions, and luxurious bathrooms. The turn-down service is a treat before you cuddle up under 300-thread-count Egyptian cotton sheets and comforters. You can explore the nearby caves or hike the trails on the 350-acre property. For a glimpse of underwater magnificence, an onsite dive operator goes to the Blue Room, Mushroom Forest, and Watamula dive sites. The unique tree-house mansion is worth a look—one-of-a-kind accommodations and worth a splurge for bragging rights. Free shuttle makes the 45-minute drive to and from town, where you can also enjoy all the facilities of the Sonesta Hotel Kura Hulanda Village & Spa.