Spanish hacienda cove
A breezy estate atmosphere unfolds along coastal bluff paths, where lazy afternoons drift from secluded sun loungers to sweeping channel sunsets.
“With its striking white facades and terra-cotta rooftops, you might mistake Cap Maison for a Mediterranean villa on the Costa Brava.”
What it’s good at
Notable
Whitewashed Spanish-Caribbean architecture featuring terracotta barrel tile roofs, Moorish arches, and hand-painted ceramic tile details.
Notable
Personalized service across private oceanfront villa suites, Champagne zipline delivery, and private yacht charters to Martinique.
Notable
Direct access to Smugglers Cove for snorkeling and Hobie Cat sailing, plus multi-tiered cliffside infinity pools.
What they say
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and AFAR.
This cluster of three-story white buildings has a Spanish (via Caribbean) colonial architectural motif with its characteristic Moorish inflections, painted tiles, and dark wood.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Set high on Cap Estate's coastal bluffs, a long staircase leads straight to the sheltered sands and reefs of Smugglers Cove.
The rooms
Suites feature cedar jalousies and travertine tile, while top oceanview categories add rooftop sundecks and private plunge pools.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
A multi-tiered infinity pool cascades along the ocean bluff, and a quiet courtyard pool rests beneath whitewashed arches.
Restaurant
The Naked Fisherman
This thatched-roof deck sits right on Smugglers Cove beach, serving grilled fresh seafood and cold drinks beside the surf.
At the table
The Cliff at Cap serves French-Caribbean dishes along the bluff edge, and candlelit tables rest on an ocean rock below.
How it began
The Gobat family developed the Spanish hacienda resort in 2008 on land that once served as a historic sugarcane plantation.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.