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Island · No. 4 in Haiti

Boutique hotels in Île-à-Vache

A car-free island off the southwest coast, with fishing villages, quiet beaches and a few small hotels.

Handpicked boutique hotels

Where to stay in Île-à-Vache

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Abaka Bay Resort

Île-à-Vache

A resort on a secluded beach with sunset views, buffet meals included and free kayaks.

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Port Morgan Hotel

Île-à-Vache

Large but dated rooms with harbor or marina views, a saltwater pool and a secluded man-made beach for snorkeling.

Île-à-Vache is a low, green island a short boat ride from Les Cayes on Haiti's southwest coast. It has no cars, only paths between fishing villages, beaches and mangrove coves, and a pace of life far from the mainland's difficulties. Snorkeling, kayaking and walks to remote beaches fill the days.

Where to stay

The few hotels are small and traditional. One has big, if dated, rooms with harbor or marina views, a saltwater pool and a secluded man-made beach with snorkeling. Another sits on a secluded beach with sunset views and includes buffet meals, kayaks and Wi-Fi. A traditional guesthouse has a private beach and restaurant. Plans exist for large-scale hotel development on the island.

Good to know

Sources are undated, so confirm that each hotel is open. Check official travel advice before going, as the journey involves a road trip to Les Cayes or a flight, then a boat. Bring cash and sun protection.

Good to know

Questions about Île-à-Vache

How many boutique hotels are there in Île-à-Vache?

We list 3 boutique hotels in Île-à-Vache, including Abaka Bay Resort, L'Anse à L'Eau Beach House and Port Morgan Hotel.