Private Beach Resorts Caribbean

Exclusive tropical getaways for as little as $100 a night.

Who hasn’t fantasized about jetting off to an ultraluxe private isle, like Turtle Island in Fiji, where a staff of 100 caters to the whims of just 28 guests?Or swooned with envy over gossipy guest reports from Necker Island, Sir Richard Branson’s sybaritic Caribbean resort, where weekly rates start at $23, 500 per couple?True, these out-of-reach vacations are only for the super-wealthy. But what if you could have Necker-like island seclusion for as little as $100 a night?Well, you can.

Island resorts aren’t just private playgrounds for the rich and famous; they’re also for the budget-conscious traveler. From Belize to Papua New Guinea, Travel + Leisure combed the globe to find some of the most affordable and private tropical island resorts, many of which accommodate no more than a dozen guests, feature dishes made from fresh local ingredients from the garden and sea, and offer some of the best snorkeling in the world. Take that, Brangelina!

All of these private islands are similar in their casual style and stunning locales, but their focus and amenities vary. Angler-centric Whipray Caye Lodge, on the Belize Barrier Reef, is a magnet for those looking to hook prize barracuda, yellowtail, and king mackerel. At Tanzania’s Chapwani Private Island, guests scout small African antelope, fruit bats, and other wildlife, while still being within a short boat ride from Stone Town, an ancient spice port, now a UNESCO World Heritage site. Caye Chapel Island Resort in Belize is the only resort on the list with an airport and golf course. At the other extreme, guests take a 40-minute boat ride through jungle to get to laid-back Robinson Crusoe Island in Fiji.