The Liming Bequia

The more jaded travelers among us may occasionally feel as though there’s nothing new under the Caribbean sun — but Bequia, the second largest of the Grendadine islands, is suddenly becoming an in-demand, though under-the radar, destination. That kind of select attention suits The Liming just fine. This is a newly built luxury hotel operated by a group whose previous experience is in Scottish castle hotels — so something of an unusual perspective on Caribbean luxury follows as a matter of course.

Bequia’s most desirable attribute is its beautifully unspoiled natural setting, and The Liming’s small size means the surroundings remain the main attraction. It’s got just eleven units, but they range a junior suite — perfectly spacious and more than comfortable enough, with a private hot tub and an ocean view — on up to four-bedroom villas and the five-bedroom Gingerlily Mansion House, which comes with its own plunge pool and a separate freshwater swimming pool.

There’s only a single restaurant, but given the property’s modest capacity, that’s more than enough. If you’ve spent much time in Caribbean resorts, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to find that The Liming’s cuisine is something special — its inventive menu puts the local seafood, in particular, to good use. And while The Liming’s name is a reference to a local term denoting the most passive form of recreation, there are active options as well, with sailing, paddling, diving, and other waterborne pastimes figuring prominently in the selection.