Ibagari Boutique Hotel

In a place as idyllic as the Honduran island of Roatán, between the verdant jungle and the spectacular Caribbean, you don’t need all that much from your lodging — which makes a place like Ibagari Boutique Hotel such a delightful extravagance. But this place is an absolute stunner, inside and out. Long gone are the days of floral bedspreads and wicker furnishings — though the colors are sunny and tropical, Ibagari’s interiors display a modernist simplicity, not to mention a gallery-worthy art collection.

The accommodations are all suites, some with views of the jungle and others with views of the sea. All come with a king bed or two doubles, with the exception of the two-bedroom villa, and they’ve all got balconies or terraces and can be opened to the breeze.

Roatán’s diving is legendary, and rightly so — the on-site dive center has everything you need, from equipment to instruction to tours. There’s plenty to do on the surface as well, from kayaking and paddle-boarding to land-based excursions like hiking and golf. And while there are several dining and drinking options within a walkable radius, don’t be surprised if you find yourself continually drawn to Ibagari’s own open-air restaurant and lounge.