Shangri-la Boutique Bed & Breakfast

Lovely quiet spot away from the hub-bub

We loved this tucked-away retreat from the high-rise mess of seven-mile beach. Dean and Marissa were amazing staff ready to accommodate in any way possible. The rooms and grounds were beautiful and well-kept. We loved sitting on the screened-in porch to eat, read, catch up on E-mails, have a drink, talk with our new friends (fellow guests from around the world), or just watch birds, iguanas, and wildlife in the adjacent lake. Also, Dean is so generous -- you can borrow snorkel gear, towels, beach items, bikes, plates, books, etc.

Everything was great. We found that having a car was a virtual necessity to explore the island. Biking might work for those in shape, but many of the roads are narrow and well trafficked, so it would be a bit dangerous. We heard that taxis are expensive, but didn't try them out as we rented a car very inexpensively. The two nearby restaurants are excellent, but very pricey -- so beware. There are many interesting, less fancy places right on the beach, such as the Heritage Kitchen.