Sugar Reef Bequia

What People are saying

Romantic Getaway

DamienandShireen on 27/08/2017 18:02

Greeted with tasty rum punches on entrance at this lovely hotel, Judit welcomed us warmly and immediately helped us plan our stay. It was our honeymoon and our time at the hotel felt like something out of a dream.. full moon.. wine.. candlelight...beautiful decor and a beach outside your front door. The staff was extremely helpful, genuinely thoughtful and kind and not invasive at all.

Tatiana and Judit are always on hand to help plan your activities and can help you with any request. There is a kayak, bicycle and snorkel equipment available if you want to keep active. If not there is a convenient hammock on the beach and supporting lounge chairs to lay back and enjoy the scenery.

The complimentary breakfast included fruits, juices, granola, yogurt and banana/coconut bread which was light but filling and delicious. The Sugar Reef Cafe is a few meters away from the beach lodges and is easily the best cuisine Bequia has to offer. Definitely try the grilled tuna and mashed sweet potato! The ambiance at dinner was really special to us as the entire room is lit with lanterns and mood enhancing chandeliers.

If you intend to stay at the beach lodges it might be wise to request a standing electric fan as it can become a little sweaty. Overall the prices are very reasonable and the experience was sublime and we will definitely be back soon.

Perfect setting for beachside cocktails

mikesarah2017 on 19/08/2017 18:58

Very welcoming in such a picturesque setting for regular afternoon cocktails.

The full moon celebration menu was just amazing and the band trio perfect.

Staff always welcoming and entertaining

The perfect place to relax.

A Magical Oasis on Beautiful Bequia!

LoveandSpecs on 13/06/2017 00:04

Sugar Reef as a whole is actually a 65-acre estate comprised of two nearby locations: The French House, which is located high upon a hill of their sprawling coconut plantation, and the Beach House, which sits on its own private quarter-mile-long beach, with (as promised) secluded, tranquil views of Crescent Beach and Industry Bay and the Grenadines in the distance. You’ll find comfy Adirondack chairs to sit undisturbed, rum punch in hand, taking in those views for hours on end. As we arrived in late May, it was the off-season for Caribbean travel and we were able to enjoy our stay at the Beach House with the only two other couples that were in residence at the time while the French House remained unoccupied. But because at Sugar Reef no request is off limits, the hotel's jovial and extremely knowledgeable General Manager Judit, a Hungarian transplant who found love on Bequia (naturally) and now wholeheartedly embraces island life, was kind enough to take us up to French House and give us a tour of its dramatically romantic, castle-like grounds that offer what are some of the island's most impressive views. upon arriving at Sugar Reef the stunning decor is one of the first things you notice and is something about this place that will forever be at the forefront of our minds when we remember our time there. In addition to staff and service, I've always felt that decor quickly and clearly sets the tone at any hotel, and at Sugar Reef, it's very apparent that the decor, expertly curated by interior designer Jonathan Berger, wasn't an afterthought and was carefully woven into the fabric (both literally and figuratively) of the property as a whole. In the great hall of the Beach House, whitewashed stone walls, traditional blue and white Chinoiserie jars, large driftwood and sea glass chandeliers and art pieces by artist Ben Forgey, white vaulted shiplap ceilings, woven seagrass rugs, and doors that line the beach-facing wall and open the entire room up to unadulterated views of the ocean simply radiate a relaxed, beachy ease that invites you in and welcomes you to curl up on a settee barefoot and waste away the day with a spiced rum punch in hand and a card game for two.
This eclectic, island-inspired decor is carried into the beachfront guest rooms in the Beach House, oozing a sort of old-school-West-Indies meets mid-century-Caribbean-luxury vibe with large armchairs for resting and reading, more white vaulted shiplap ceilings and plantation doors that take you right out onto your own private patio and sitting area and a beachfront hammock perfectly placed in the shade on the shore. Also of note, and certainly not of little importance, was the fact that our four-poster bed and soft white linens were extremely comfortable and offered us the most restful honeymoon sleep as we were lulled into dreams by the crashing waves and the cool ocean breeze blowing through the open slats (that were all covered by mesh screens keeping the bugs at bay).
Up at the French House, the same natural, easy-breezy elegance applies, but the common area and the five rooms there include more of a nod of Bequia's colonial history, with antique touches around every corner that offer guests a reminder of Bequia's rich seafaring history and transport you to another era. Substantial and beautifully crafted furniture pieces appear in every room, much of it made from rich, dark mahogany sourced from the island. Like the Beach House, the French House includes its own vista to take in breathtakingly unobstructed views of the bay via a large patio filled with lounge chairs and cozy corners in which to curl up. And of course, there's a hammock there, too.
Not found anywhere at Sugar Reef are any TVs on walls, clocks, air conditioning, in-room Keurigs, electronics of any kind or other items that would disturb the property's peaceful island vibe. And if that turns you off, that's absolutely OK. Sugar Reef is honest about the kind of traveler the property and its amenities serves and what you will and won't find there (check out the candid "Go or No" section of their website). If nature scares you, this isn't the place for you. If the cool night breeze isn't enough for you and air conditioning is simply a must, this isn't the place for you. And again, that's all OK. There are a thousand reasons to visit Sugar Reef, and an abundance of modern conveniences isn't one of them.
As far as the service goes, it's particularly astonishing that while the hotel itself may be casual and informal in nature and philosophy, the service displayed by the staff certainly is not. In fact, we've talked about how we don't think that we've ever seen such an elevated level of service anywhere we've stayed, which as an avid student of service, Chris is at once impressed with and fascinated by. From the moment you arrive, every staff member makes it their mission to know your name, your story, your preferences and any items on your activity wish list. All are seemingly always available to personally attend to your every need, and no request is too large or too small for any member of their staff to see to. They somehow have a hands-off approach while remaining totally and completely attentive. Judit, who oversees all operations, Sharn who serves as both meticulous housekeeper and kitchen maven, Tatiana, the savvy local who can accommodate any activity or transportation request with a simple phone call and Jeff, who tends bar like a seasoned pro are all warm, inviting, soothing presences at Sugar Reef, yet they offer the kind of perfectly polished hospitality that you'd expect at any of the world's top luxury hotel properties but with more consistency.
The food at the Cafe, including the complimentary breakfast for hotel guests is absolutely some of the best on the island, as promised and of course, is pure perfection on the ambience front. Most of the menu is locally and even property-sourced (they even have their own apiary on property) and the dishes are simply heavenly. Make sure you try the coconut ice cream if you have the chance!
Thank you so much to the entire staff at Sugar Reef for an entirely unforgettable and magical stay!

Honeymoon, Icing on the Cake!

HeatherANDArthur on 16/05/2017 01:12

From the minute we walked into the resort (at 9:30am I might add), Judit treated us like royalty. She immediately showed us to our room, with a complimentary bottle of sparkling wine on ice waiting for us. The other staff, Tatiana, Jeff our waiter/bartender, Sharn our housekeeper/continental breakfast server (who was generous enough to share delectable treats from home) , and Sunshine were absolutely wonderful and accommodating. We were upgraded from a balcony suite to the beach front suite for no extra cost, and it was beautiful! We were lulled to sleep at night with the ocean waves just outside our door. The restaurant/dining area was unbelievably beautiful. We sat facing the ocean and indulged in the soothing ocean breezes while we dined or sipped on cocktails. The food was nothing short of gourmet. Delicious! We also had the opportunity to engage with Emmett, the owner, who shared great stories and his hospitality. Sugar Reef was our last stop during our 2 week honeymoon, and it was the icing on the cake. We would highly recommend it!

Magical restaurant setting

winsoc1953 on 13/05/2017 10:47

We loved the restaurant setting, building and decor. Such a whow factor with huge ceiling, open shutters to beach and driftwood / shell covered furniture and fittings. Like a film set but so relaxed in terms of atmosphere and service.
We had a great meal with excellent sea food, local ingredients and Caribbean flavours.
Service excellent.