The Most Beautiful Resorts In The Cayman Islands, According To Reviews

With world-famous destinations like Antigua, the Bahamas, and Puerto Rico, the Caribbean is undoubtedly a place of beauty framed by white sand beaches and crystal-clear turquoise waters. One of the region's most Instagram-worthy spots, however, is the Cayman Islands. Made up of three islands — Grand Cayman, Little Cayman, and Cayman Brac — the destination's natural beauty has even helped them earn plenty of accolades, including being named one of the best snorkeling destinations in the world.

And thanks to resorts scattered throughout the Cayman Islands, beautiful sights are pretty much served on a silver platter. Better yet, at some of these resorts, the splendor of the beach is just as pretty as the accommodation — highlighted by thoughtful design, lush gardens, stunning pools, and more. 

That's why we've rounded up a selection of the most beautiful resorts in the Cayman Islands, so you can know where to go for a stay not soon to be forgotten. To determine which spots made the cut, we evaluated which hotels were the most beautiful based on previous traveler reviews that deemed them equal parts picturesque and luxurious.

At just 14 square miles, Cayman Brac is one of the quainter of the Cayman Islands. And its hotels reflect that, with humbler resorts that attract divers and travelers looking to explore the island's rugged landscape — considered one of the must-do activities on any Cayman Islands visit. However, whether you're down to explore the area's dive spots or simply kick back and relax, you'll find a scenic stay at Cayman Brac Beach Resort.

No matter which room you choose, you'll enjoy Caribbean-inspired pastel decor and water views from your balcony or patio, as all 40 rooms on the property offer beach or pool views. The beauty becomes even more obvious once you step outside. The area is so stunning that it's a hotspot for underwater photographers and divers — and neither will have to travel far to reach their destination. On-site reef diving guides are available for dives twice per day, and they'll even take care of carrying all of your equipment for you.

If you don't feel like trekking into the ocean, the hotel's freeform pool and hot tub are just as beautiful. "Grounds are beautiful, world class pool deck and open air bar. Nice beach and hammocks. Super friendly bar staff!" wrote a past visitor on Tripadvisor. Further relaxation can be found at the Tropical Touch spa, which offers hot stone detox massages, Polynesian Lomilomi-style massages, and more.

If you're looking for luxury without the crowds, head to Little Cayman. The smallest of the Cayman Islands, it's home to some pretty high-end spots, like The Club at Little Cayman. The upscale offshoot of the Little Cayman Beach Resort, the accommodation features one-, two- and three-bedroom villas — all with attractive views of the surrounding ocean, pool, or garden. Better yet, it's located within South Hole Sound, and just 10 minutes from Little Cayman Airport.

Inside the rooms, guests will enjoy tranquil vibes with vintage-inspired beds boasting high-thread-count bedding, pops of pastel, and bathrooms with complimentary products. Like a five-star version of home, guests can also use their villa's private kitchen to prepare and enjoy their own meals. Alternatively, they can head over to the hotel's sister property — located just a four-minute walk away — for meals prepared by chefs. "Never in our wildest dreams could we have anticipated such a lovely condo," wrote one past visitor on Tripadvisor. "Spacious rooms & baths, large living area inside and out, beautiful kitchen. Our every need was fulfilled."

One of the reasons visitors head to Little Cayman is to scuba dive, and The Club at Little Cayman makes that as easy as possible. The resort offers personalized valet dive services, dedicated rinse tanks for equipment and wetsuits, and a photo center so you can make the most out of your diving excursion.

Inside the Grand Cayman Marriott Resort's renovated rooms, you'll never feel far from the beach. Located on Grand Cayman, these luxe accommodations feature blue-hued walls that feel like a natural extension of Seven Mile Beach, which happens to be conveniently located right outside your balcony. "An amazing and beautiful hotel in an excellent location. The rooms were spacious and we had a beautiful view of the sea with its crystal clear water," a past visitor shared on Tripadvisor.

Not that you'll have to go too far to explore the most famous beaches on Grand Cayman. The resort offers a free, hourly shuttle that takes guests to Governor's Beach in just five minutes, and Public Beach in eight minutes. Its pool, which reads "Endless Summer" at the bottom, also sits right up against the hotel's beachside waters, meaning you'll never have to decide between the pool or the ocean while cozying up on one of the white lounge chairs underneath the blue skies. To enjoy a bite with a view, head to the hotel's oceanfront Veranda restaurant, a fine dining establishment that's especially popular every Wednesday for its Lobster Nights, and on Sundays during its Simply Fish nights.

It's no surprise that the Grand Cayman Marriott Resort is gorgeous, considering the property is designed to highlight impressive views from the moment you step into the sunny lobby, which features a massive stingray sculpture. Back outside in the verdant courtyard, a beautiful pond and a fountain full of turtles invite guests to explore the scenic property.

The beach isn't the only stunning aspect of the Cayman Islands. The culture is just as gorgeous, which is why Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa, on Grand Cayman, highlights various aspects of it in its design. Throughout the hotel, guests will see unique local artwork — like a traditional catboat hanging from the ceiling — as well as chairs that pay homage to the colors of the flag. This makes it obvious that interior design is no afterthought here, even inside the 266 guest rooms fitted with Frette linens and highlighted by pops of pink and blue tones accented with a welcome card and gift for guests.

"The property itself is stunning — beautiful rooms, incredible beachfront, thoughtful design, and a relaxed yet refined energy that Kimpton does so well," wrote a previous guest on Tripadvisor. Most travelers also enjoy views of the ocean through their floor-to-ceiling windows, as well as from their private balconies — especially if they book a west-facing room.

In addition, guests can enjoy the scenic ocean sans crowds, since the Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa is one of the few Seven Mile Beach hotels that's not located right up on the shoreline. That means you'll always have your choice of seating on the northern tip of the beach — which is especially advantageous for large families, as the hotel is incredibly family-friendly. Meanwhile, the more active travelers can make the most of their stay by booking activities like paddleboarding, snorkeling, and jet skiing.

The Cayman Islands can often feel like a crowded vacation spot. Thankfully, things take a turn for the peaceful on a quiet limestone bluff overlooking the Caribbean Sea in Cayman Brac. That's where Le Soleil D'Or is located. A laid-back resort outfitted with wood furniture, wicker accents, and earth tones, the property boasts seven villas and various guest rooms. 

"A beautiful resort with incredible service," wrote a past guest on Tripadvisor. "We stayed at the Coast House, a comfortable secluded villa with beautiful views of the ocean which provides a calm and relaxing atmosphere." That relaxing aura extends to the outside, where guests have access to a private beach as well as two pools. Better yet, it's all just about a 10-minute drive from Charles Kirkconnell International Airport.

However, perhaps the most scenic part of the resort is its 20-acre farm, which grows more than 300 types of fruits and vegetables — including mangos, guava, tomatoes, kale, and broccoli — on-site. The farm is available for tours every day, and the harvest is typically served at the resort's restaurant, The Farm Cayman Brac, as well as stocked within guest rooms and sold at The Farm Market. Other ingredients served in the restaurant are sourced from local producers, farmers, and fishermen. Much like the rest of the property, the restaurant is outfitted with similar tones to the guest rooms, making the entire resort — which guests can explore via a complimentary bike rental — feel like a steady flow of zen.

You won't have to worry about not having enough space in your room at the Palm Heights. Located just off Grand Cayman's iconic Seven Mile Beach — considered one of the best things to do in the Cayman Islands — every single one of the 52 accommodations in this boutique hotel is a suite, making it the first all-suite boutique hotel on the islands. Better yet, all of the suites feature views of the surrounding area, which look more like a postcard snapshot than a real-life view. 

The inside of these rooms is just as beautiful, which makes sense considering the hotel was founded by a designer. Its throwback decor and furnishings, featuring brown and neutral tones, have attracted celebrities like Bella Hadid, Chloë Sevigny, and Emily Ratajkowski. The design is so beloved that similar pieces to what guests use — including the tableware and towels — are sold in the on-site gift shop.

Guests can also enjoy picture-perfect views during a meal at Tillies, one of the four on-site eateries and bars, which boasts views of the ocean while serving up Caribbean-inspired dishes like jerk chicken bowls with coconut rice, whole local goat curry, conch fritters, and lobster tails. "If you are looking for wellness, relaxation, beautiful ocean views, great service, and yummy food, this is the place to go in Grand Cayman," wrote a previous guest on Tripadvisor. "The entire resort is surrounded in beautiful tropical greenery."

The Ritz-Carlton is synonymous with elegance all over the world, and the hotel's outpost on Seven Mile Beach, in Grand Cayman, is no exception. "It remains the gold standard of the Ritz in the Caribbean — a beautiful hotel with impeccable service," declares a review on Tripadvisor. "All Ritz hotel should strive to be this Ritz. They put the ritz in Ritz."

Made up of 369 rooms and suites, the resort features chic black-and-white tones with floor-to-ceiling windows leading to private balconies, so you'll never have to venture far to see the turquoise waters. That view is at its most jaw-dropping from the 18,000-square-foot Seven South penthouse suite, one of the grandest suites in the region. However, the Ritz-Carlton doesn't solely rely on ocean views to bring the beauty. Its design is just as stunning, and its hallways feature a collection of local artwork that makes it the largest and oldest art gallery on Grand Cayman. 

Guests can see even more of the island's culture reflected in the Silver Palm lounge, a space inspired by the Cayman Islands' national tree. Outfitted with green-palmed carpeting and framed by oversized windows and neutral colors, it's the perfect place for everything from a cup of coffee to a glass of rum. Additionally, foodies may find the Ritz-Carlton's restaurants to be the most striking of all. Specifically, Blue by Eric Ripert brings the award-winning chef's delectable dishes from Le Bernardin in New York City all the way to the Caribbean, making for one of the best high-end restaurants in the area.

Grand Cayman usually gets all the attention, but beauty (as well as history) also come to life on Little Cayman, which happens to be home to the first resort ever built on the island trio. The Southern Cross Club dates back to 1958 — before the Cayman Islands were even an independently governed British Crown Colony — and it's still as quaint and pretty as it was when it was first founded.

Made up of just over a dozen beach bungalows, the property's enviable location means guests can make the most of the island's untapped nature. In fact, 75% of the island's shoreline is protected — which essentially guarantees unspoiled views pretty much everywhere you go. Guests also receive unprecedented attention, as the hotel has a staff member for every vacationer. Plus, visitors will never feel crowded, as the accommodations are spread out along 900 feet of white sand fit for a screensaver. From the beach, travelers can fish, dive, snorkel, kayak, and paddleboard.

Inside the bright, colorful bungalows — which are all unique to one another — guests will enjoy pops of turquoise and pink tones, beds facing oversized windows with a front-row seat to the scenic beach, and homey touches. "This is one of the most laid back, beautiful hotels we have come across," reads a Tripadvisor review. "The beach bungalows are extremely tastefully decorated with the comfiest beds, coffee machines, fluffy towels and cosy armchairs can also be found in the rooms."

Seven Mile Beach isn't the only stunning spot on Grand Cayman. Vida Cayman is located at the entrance of Barker's National Park, on the quieter west side of the island, so guests can enjoy the natural wonders of Grand Cayman without the crowds. However, the hotel is just a short drive from beloved destinations like Seven Mile Beach and Camana Bay, and a 20-minute drive from Owen Roberts International Airport. In terms of amenities, the hotel boasts an on-site pool with a hot tub, a wading deck, a meditation deck, and quick access to the national park's beach, considered a hidden gem and a crowd-free paradise. 

Co-founded by architect Derek Serpell and conservationist Milly Serpell, the resort brings the beauty of the outdoors indoors while remaining sustainable. With just a dozen suites available for booking, giving it a more private and cozy feel, the property is adorned with local artwork, and the rooms are decorated with nature photographs, greenery, oversized windows, and either a private kitchen or kitchenette. "The accommodations are clean, beautiful and upscale," wrote a happy guest on Tripadvisor. "The resort really does work hard to give you the very best experience."

Located along 700 feet of Seven Mile Beach — next to the luxurious Ritz-Carlton and the home of the Cayman Islands' governor  — it's obvious from its setting that the Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach Resort & Spa is a stunner. From the beach locale, guests can book activities like sunset sailboat rides, snorkeling and scuba diving excursions, and trips to the Stingray City Sandbar. They can also enjoy a meal with their toes in the sand.

That ambiance continues into the freshwater pool, the largest on Grand Cayman. To enjoy a bird's-eye view of the turquoise-watered complex — complete with a swim-up bar, two hot tubs, and the Tortuga Beach Grill — book one of the two-floor cabanas. You'll also have a view of the pool, ocean, or palm-filled courtyard from the modern guest rooms, complete with private balconies, floor-to-ceiling windows, and subdued ocean tones of green, blue, gray, and white.

More than a half-dozen well-designed bars and restaurants are available on-site under the direction of chef Andre Blasczak, who has experience working at venues all over the world. Dining options include the AAA Four Diamond seafood restaurant Beach House, laid-back breakfast and lunch spot Ferdinand's, and tapas and cocktail hangout Catboat Bar. "The lobby, bars and restaurants are all beautiful and the food and drinks are top notch," reads a Tripadvisor review.

If ocean views are a must-have, you won't have to worry about which room to pick at the Wyndham Reef Resort on Grand Cayman. Often praised as the most breathtaking spot to plan your wedding in Grand Cayman, the resort's 152 guestrooms offer a prime view of the beach from their private balconies. You'll even have an ocean view leaving your guest room, since the hallways are outdoors.

Better yet, that view — which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of beach on Grand Cayman — won't be sullied by scenes of tourists in colorful t-shirts, as the Wyndham Reef Resort is located on the east side of the island, a secluded beach paradise perfect for avoiding crowds. That also means you'll never have to fight for a lounge chair, or be crammed in between too many fellow vacationers while trying to enjoy your beach hangout. "We have been on many all-inclusive vacations and this one was the most relaxing, easy holiday ever in a quiet, beautiful area," reads a recent review on Tripadvisor.

Along with the peace and quiet, you'll also get glimpses of the beach from Wyndham Reef Resort's two outdoor pools, as well as the kids' pool, flanked by lush greenery and lounge chairs. The larger pool even has a waterfall and rock formations for a natural feel, along with a bar.

Plenty of Caribbean spots are known to be beautiful, but with world-famous spots like Seven Mile Beach and Barkers National Park, the Cayman Islands more than take the coconut cake when it comes to exquisiteness. Thankfully, the islands' resorts make it easy to experience them — and also offer their own types of beauty in their accommodations, ocean views, design, restaurant setups, and more.

To round up the most beautiful resorts on these renowned islands, we started by researching which resorts often receive the highest praise on platforms like Tripadvisor. That way, you can book knowing that tourists just like you have found their sights jaw-drop-worthy. From there, we took to the resort photos and amenities lists for ourselves to see which property stood out the most. What resulted is this list of resorts sure to take your breath away on your next visit to the Cayman Islands. That said, make sure you read these 15 essential travel hacks to know before visiting the Cayman Islands before jetting off.