Paradise at the Park Hyatt St. Kitts

The property

The Park Hyatt is a slice of paradise within paradise! It is located in the Christophe Harbour, which is a quiet, picturesque part of the island on the southern peninsula. It is located directly on Banana Bay, which is a pristine stretch of beach.

The property is stunning, with lush foliage, bright flowers and incredible views of the Caribbean Sea and the island of Nevis in the distance.

The service

The service is impeccable, starting from the moment you step foot on the property. We were greeted immediately at the front entrance and treated to a rum punch as we checked in.

JJ, an incredibly warm and friendly staff member, whisked us away in a golf cart to give us a tour of the property and take us to our room. We were greeted inside the room with a lovely note and a sweet treat — in this case, a delicious birthday cake for me!

The personalized level of service was consistent throughout our stay. Everyone was incredibly kind and helpful, offering recommendations and advice.

The rooms

The rooms are modern, bright, airy and comfortable. It is the perfect place to unwind after a day full of exploring!

All of the rooms have spacious balconies and overlook the Caribbean, offering amazing views of Nevis across the bay. Select suites also feature luxurious plunge pools and outdoor showers. The rooms on the upper floors have the best views and offer a lot more privacy than the ground-floor rooms.

The bathrooms also have the Park Hyatt’s signature luxurious deep soaking tubs and are stocked with high-end Le Labo toiletries.

The beach

The resort is just steps from a peaceful stretch of beach along Banana Bay. It’s incredibly serene and quiet. I never saw more than a few people walking or lounging along the water during my stay.

There are chairs and umbrellas provided for free, as well beach towels, sunscreen stations and ice-cold lemon water.

The pools

The resort pools were the highlight for me! There are two on property, both with amazing sea views. They offer convenient poolside service. All you have to do is raise the flag on your table. Both pools are open 24 hours a day.

The Rampart Pool: This is an adults-only infinity pool built into massive stone arches, a callback to the historic British defense systems on the island. The layout offers privacy and seclusion across multiple levels, in different areas. There are also cabanas for rent for an added level of luxury.

The Lagoon Pool: This massive pool has a man-made beach with shallow water that gets deeper before ending in an infinity waterfall. There are chairs in the sandy area, as well as around the edges of the pool. Despite being kid-friendly, it was still very quiet and incredibly peaceful!

Activities

There’s so much to do on the property, you don’t even need to leave the resort! (Although I do highly recommend you explore this gorgeous island.)

Water sports equipment is available at the Recreation Hut, including kayaks and paddleboards. (We wanted to take advantage of this included perk, but it’s very windy and this side of the island and the water was just too rough during our stay.) There are also shuffleboards, giant connect-four, pickle ball and life-sized chess boards placed throughout the property, as well as outdoor movie screenings.

For a taste of culture, you can take part in a cooking class or rum sampling. While we were there, we had a chance to indulge in some s’mores on the beach in front of the bonfire! All of this is included with your stay.

The food

The Great House: This is where breakfast is served. You can choose to dine either inside or outside. You have the choice between the buffet and an a-la carte menu. The crab benedict is delicious! We also popped in the night we arrived, just before closing, and the burger we tried was out of this world!

Fisherman's Village: Located on a pier designed to look like a traditional fisherman hut. This restaurant focuses on seafood and other local Caribbean cuisine. On Saturdays, they serve a “Kittitian Buffet."

Stone Barn: This a sophisticated, upscale, fine-dining adults-only restaurant in an intimate setting. Meals are chef-curated and prepared in an open kitchen. Share the mixed seafood paella and try not to fill up on the fluffy, addicting bread!

Rampart Pool Bar: This is a great spot to grab a snack by the pool. We took cover here during one of the Caribbean’s famous quick-passing rain showers. They have fresh grilled food and local beer from the Nevis Brewery across the way.

Fane's Beach Bar: This was closed during my visit, but guests love the setup, right on the sand.The sorbet, smoothies and gelato are very popular!

Room service: I’m never one to order room service, but after a long couple of days of exploring, we couldn’t muster the energy to leave the room! I was honestly blown away by the creamy truffle pasta we had delivered. The best part is you can order right from an app on your phone!

The Sugar Mill Spa & Sanctuary

The picture of serenity! The spa features nine treatment rooms, including three designed just for couples. Amenities include massages, a dry sauna, a steam room and a cold plunge pool.

Other helpful info

The property is large and sprawling, which may prove to be a challenge for those with mobility issues. You can call the front desk to get a lift around!

The pools are beautiful, but they aren’t heated, so they are quite chilly. The shallower Lagoon Pool is a bit warmer. Also, the Rampart pool is quite deep for those of us who are height-challenged!

Service is top-notch, but just remember you’re on island time, now! Food and drinks do take a while, so just be prepared to be patient

Unlike many Caribbean island resorts, there is no nightlife scene here and things close quite early. Don’t count on a late-night drink or snack.

If you want to visit Nevis, you can catch the water taxi across the channel right from the Park Hyatt’s dock.

The Park Hyatt St. Kitts is truly a luxury five-star experience. From the stunning grounds to the amazing amenities and top-notch service, it is truly a standout!

The resort is peaceful and isolated, making it the ideal destination for a romantic getaway or quiet retreat. I strongly encourage anyone visiting St. Kitts to soak up everything the Park Hyatt has to offer. Contact me to start booking your Caribbean dream vacation!

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