Step back into time on the small Dutch island of Saba. Overnight accommodations are typically guest houses or cottages on this tiny unspoiled island, versus motels, hotels or mega resorts. For those looking for a tropical respite from the stress of everyday life, Saba is a little known gem that offers just that. Visitors to Saba can arrive by boat or ferry from the larger Dutch island nearby, St Martin. Saba has little nightlife, no cruise ships, no casinos and no sandy beaches. The beauty of this island is its lush natural state, mountainous ocean views and diving.
For a restful and relaxing vacation, try Juliana's Hotel in Saba. The owners, Win and Johanna, have teamed up with Sea Saba to provide scuba stays for those interested in diving the exceptional waters surrounding Saba. This small, intimate hotel offers all the comforts necessary such as air conditioning, satellite TV, free wireless Internet, ceiling fans, kitchenettes, balconies and many other amenities. There is an on-site swimming pool, Jacuzzi, bar and the Tropics Cafe. This hotel offers excellent views of the ocean and is a short walk to shopping, dining, bars and hiking.
Juliana's Hotel
P.O. Box 532
Windwardside
Saba, Dutch West Indies
599-416-2269
julianas-hotel.com
For those wanting a totally natural experience, Ecolodge Rendez-Vou specializes in providing eco-minded travelers with 12 solar-powered cottages on the edge of a rain forest. There are no telephones or TVs, just the simple music of nature. Hammocks, hot-tubs, vegetarian offerings and a sweat lodge are all offered. Ecolodge is a popular destination for hikers, bird watchers, divers and nature lovers.
Ecolodge Rendez-Vou
Windwardside
Saba, Dutch West Indies
599-416-5507
ecolodge-saba.com
The Cottage Club offers 10 well-furnished private cottages with amenities such as full-service kitchens, private sea-view balconies, separate bedrooms and living space, cable television and telephones. The hosts can provide you with all the information you need to enjoy the island's natural resources such as diving, hiking, snorkeling, deep sea fishing and many other activities.
The Cottage Club Hotel
Saba, Dutch West Indies
599-416-2386
cottage-club.com
El Momo is a small, intimate property on Booby Hill in Saba. Tucked into rich vegetation on the edge of a mountain rain forest, these private cottages are a nature lover's paradise. Budget minded hikers and divers will feel right at home here. Numerous steep climbs throughout the property deem it unacceptable for those unable to climb, but for those who do, it is a great warm-up to a day of hiking.
El Momo Cottages
PO Box 542
Booby Hill
Saba, Dutch West Indies
599-416-2265
elmomo.com
