May 13th, 2025
If you’re looking to trade crowds and chaos for wide-open beaches and uninterrupted horizons, Anegada may be the best-kept secret in the British Virgin Islands. Located just a short ferry ride or puddle-jumper flight from Tortola, this low-lying coral island feels like a world away—quiet, unspoiled, and brimming with natural beauty.
Tucked along the soft sands of Setting Point, the Anegada Reef Hotel is a beloved landmark for travelers seeking the kind of barefoot elegance and island hospitality that’s getting harder to find. Family-run since 1976, the hotel is now in the capable hands of second-generation hosts, Lawrence and Lorraine Wheatley, who have elevated the experience while preserving its laid-back charm.
The hotel’s 20 guest rooms include recently renovated Ocean Deluxe Rooms with shaded private entrances, spacious tiled bathrooms, and simple, modern finishes that let the island’s colors take center stage. Ocean View Rooms are equally comfortable, many with views of the gardens or glittering sea—perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring.
But a stay at Anegada Reef Hotel isn’t just about the rooms—it’s about the vibe. Guests quickly fall into rhythm with the slow pace of island life: sipping a signature Smoothie cocktail at the open-air beach bar (just write your name on the tab), dining with toes in the sand at the Garden Restaurant, or hopping on a boat for a snorkeling trip out to Horseshoe Reef—the largest in the Caribbean.
For those who prefer low-key days, the hotel offers plenty of options to relax: grab a book from the communal shelf, sway in a hammock beneath the palms, or simply watch the sun dip below the horizon from your porch. Activities and excursions can be arranged for guests wanting to see more of the island, from bonefishing flats to flamingo-spotting trips.
More than just a place to stay, Anegada Reef Hotel is part of the soul of the island—where guests become friends, and returning feels like coming home. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or the fifth, it’s the kind of place that stays with you long after the sand is out of your shoes.
Anegada Reef Hotel: +1 284-495-8002 | info@anegadareef.com