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A treasured secret among sophisticated travelers for decades, Peter Island Resort in the British Virgin Islands re-opens in November 2024 after a six-year hiatus. The property closed during the Virgin Islands’ 2017 hurricane season and now offers brand new and upgraded accommodations as well as other state-of-the-art facilities. Rebuilt and re-envisioned, the island boasts a new level of luxury while maintaining and preserving its relaxed, casual elegance, personalized service, five stellar beaches and hundreds of acres of unspoiled tropical island.
Situated on the largest private island in the British Virgin Islands, the 52-room resort is a tranquil seaside oasis featuring an oceanfront spa that takes pampering to the next level. With the exception of two villas, all accommodations are located on the beachfront just steps from the sea, including eight beachfront rooms with private outdoor hot tubs and two two-bedroom villas.
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The 21,000 sq. ft. Falcon’s Nest Villa is a site to be seen. This six-bedroom three-story villa offers their most discerning guests sweeping 360 degree island and ocean views, an infinity pool with hot tub, as well as two outdoor showers. Guests who stay in Falcon’s Nest or the Hawk’s Nest Villa overlooking the Yacht Club, also are afforded villa staff and the option of a private chef.
Peter Island comprises hundreds of acres of lush, tropical island terrain including five pristine beaches and the scenic five mile loop with draw-dropping views of the surrounding Virgin Islands. Whether alongside the new infinity pool overlooking the sea, or the beachside cabanas’ butlers service, the areas offer guests an array of pool and beach-based activities along with a selection of small bites and creative cocktails. Guests will undoubtedly stop at Drunken Pelican for a round of sunset Painkiller cocktails before indulging their taste buds at Drake Steakhouse for a vibrant atmosphere.
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Along with a new 3,200 sq. ft. conference center, the revamped 10,000 sq. ft. spa carries products by 111Skin and features seven treatment rooms, two relaxation lounges, a fitness center, a saltwater pool and a beauty salon. Offering moments of renewed decadence, guests can choose from a variety of services including the Spa’s signature treatments which use local ingredients. The resort can also plan private dinners on the beach as well as off-island excursions, such as scuba diving, sail and snorkeling excursions, helicopter tours, sailing charters and deep-sea fishing to immerse guests in the picture-perfect surroundings.
A must on every sailing itinerary, the newly christened Peter Island Yacht Club offers a full-service marina with dockage that accommodates superyachts of up to 200 feet. Complete with its own commissary, boutique and the Drunken Pelican bar & grill, the marina makes use of more than 250 feet of new dock space to accommodate vessels of all types and sizes.
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With its unspoiled natural wonders and abundance of land and sea activities including diving, snorkeling, sailing, windsurfing, deep sea fishing, pickleball, hikes up the island’s scenic Sunset Loop and more, Peter Island continues to enchant guests in its private island paradise. Guests can arrive via helicopter service from St. Thomas (STT), private charter boat from one of St. Thomas’ docks, or a 20-minute taxi ride from Tortola’s Beef Island Airport (EIS) to the Peter Island Ferry Launch, followed by a 30-minute private yacht transfer to Peter Island Resort. Rates starting at $1,000 a night.
