Best Pool Hotels in Anguilla

This Four Seasons resort melds contemporary architecture into Anguilla's lush landscape. Sitting on the country's southwestern coast, the property boasts a varied list of recreational amenities (just in case relaxing on the two white sand beaches is too sedentary for you). Sign up for a fitness boot camp class, test your swing on one of three tennis courts or tackle the multilevel rock climbing wall. When it's time to relax those muscles, head to the waterfront spa and let the rolling waves provide the soundtrack to your massage – a resort component guests consistently rave about – or lounge by the adults-only saltwater infinity pool, which overlooks the ocean. To experience even more sea views, reserve a table at one of the four traveler-approved restaurants. Visitors also heap praise on the rooms and suites, which are outfitted with deep soaking tubs and separate walk-in showers, outdoor sun decks, Nespresso machines, free Wi-Fi access and stocked minibars, though some report minor housekeeping issues like turndown service without chocolates and unreplenished coffee supplies.

Overlooking Rendezvous Bay on the southwestern end of Anguilla, CuisinArt Golf Resort & Spa offers Mediterranean-inspired accommodations that play off of Anguilla's organic beauty. Standard suites offer expansive private terraces or balconies, penthouses boast fully equipped kitchens and villas come outfitted with private pools. Every suite includes an ocean view, a marble bathroom, a walk-in closet, a Nespresso machine and a flat-screen TV – not to mention free Wi-Fi access. Outside the spacious accommodations, travelers will find an infinity pool (extending from the main building to the beach bar) and an 18-hole golf course. For guests who would rather hit the spa than the greens, the full-service Spa by CuisinArt offers an expansive menu of unique treatments. Aside from the ocean views and relaxing recreation, CuisinArt also prides itself on its hydroponic farm that provides fresh produce to the resort's five restaurants, including the first authentic Japanese restaurant on the island, Tokyo Bay. Recent guests can find little to fault at this idyllic hideaway, saying the waitstaff and beach attendants go above and beyond to meet guests needs. However, some reviewers report subpar service from the housekeeping staff. Part of The Leading Hotels of the World portfolio, the property participates in the Leaders Club loyalty program.

Set on 25 acres of verdant gardens in southwestern Anguilla, Malliouhana features spacious rooms and suites, plus a host of amenities. Standard accommodations at this Auberge outpost start at 775 square feet and include marble bathrooms, four-poster beds and private patios or terraces with garden or ocean views. After a restful night's sleep, take your pick between two infinity-edge pools or a stretch of Meads Bay sand that offers free nonmotorized water sports equipment like sailboats, paddleboards and kayaks. Additional active pursuits include complimentary yoga classes and tennis. When it's time to bid adieu to another sunny day, grab drinks and tapas at Bar Soleil or enjoy more substantial Mediterranean-inspired fare at Cafe Celeste. Both eateries earn rave reviews from diners, although a few visitors say the service at the restaurants and throughout the property is hit or miss.

Situated on Maundays Bay on Anguilla's southern coast, Belmond Cap Juluca is a quiet resort perched on a mile of white sand. Each Greco-Moorish-style villa features an oceanfront view and private terrace, patio or solarium. Guests rave about the luxurious accommodations at this Belmond Hotels outpost. Each features white and blue decor and comes equipped with a stocked minibar, complimentary Wi-Fi access, a smart TV and a terrace or patio with ocean views. If you're seeking relaxation outside your waterfront digs, lounge by the infinity-edge pool or on the beach. All room rates cover use of two beach lounge chairs, plus snacks, drinks and chilled towels delivered via beach butlers. When you need a break from the sand, play tennis or unwind with a treatment at the Arawak Spa. Then, sit for a meal at one of Cap Juluca's three restaurants or enjoy tapas from the on-site food truck. Travelers praise all of the dining venues, although a few caution that meals and stays here are not cheap.