Four Seasons Resort Nevis – Hotel Review
Pros: Stunning scenery, cheerful and well-trained staff
Cons: Are there any?
3NT’s Conclusion: An amazing property worthy of a Caribbean vacation for even the most discerning travelers.
Having pre-arranged an airport transfer through the hotel, Four Seasons staff were ready and waiting at the St. Kitts airport upon our arrival. Outside the terminal, they offered us cold bottles of water and loaded our luggage into a van for the ride over to Port Zante. From the port, we boarded a comfortable boat for the ride over to Nevis. The boat was nothing glamorous, but the staff on board were full of smiles and generous with the free beer and rum punch. Once docked at the resort’s private pier, we were greeted by name by a line of waiting hotel staff. Resort Assistant Manager Shirley welcomed us warmly and escorted us to our beach front room.
As a Four Seasons Preferred Partner, our booking was upgraded from mountain view to beach front, and there was a plethora of welcome amenities waiting for us in the room: fresh limeade, dangerously delicious coconut macaroons, dried fruits, fresh fruits, a large bottle of water, and a certificate for $100 USD off any spa treatment.
The room had a great seaside feel to it with marble floors and fresh light colors. It was equipped with two double beds and a small but comfortable seating area. There was also a nice patio that was only steps away from a hammock strung up over the lawn and a stone’s throw from the stunning Caribbean waters. The resort is very careful to clarify the difference between sea view and beach front rooms; only the second floor rooms have a sea view because of the magnificently manicured resort grounds, while the beach front rooms are just a few meters away from the sand and sea. We were more than happy to forgo a sea view in exchange for being able to rush out the patio door to the beach. The bathroom was large and spotless, but more or less a Four Seasons standard. One great feature that is all too rare for family-oriented beach resorts was that each building features a laundry room that is free for use, and some detergent is even available in the rooms.
The hotel features three well-maintained pools, a quiet beach, cabanas, a kids club, four restaurants, and the peaceful library bar. We made frequent use of the reflection pool and the beach, and we dined in two of the restaurants. On the night of our arrival, we dined outdoors at the Coral Grill restaurant. Our waitress was cheerful, friendly, and went above and beyond without being asked. While conversing with her about the island, we mentioned that we were quite randomly interested in seeing a Tamarind tree. Without saying a word, our waitress sprang into action by inquiring with her colleagues about Tamarind trees. She discovered that there was one by the golf course, and arranged for one of the porters to take us there in a golf cart between our appetizers and main courses before it got too dark. It was a simple gesture that really impressed us.
Speaking of the golf course, the beautiful course is bordered by the island’s cloud-crowned mountain and also features the ruins of an old sugar mill. We enjoyed a tranquil walk around the course before breakfast the following morning, which also lead us past the resort’s own herb garden. The Creole Lobster Hash at breakfast was a decidedly decadent way to start the day, with massive pieces of sweet, rich lobster in a mildly spicy creole sauce, plenty of onions and bell peppers, and perfectly cooked potatoes.
Shirley took us on a full tour of the resort after breakfast. In addition to the previously mentioned facilities, we also visited the top-class spa and the resort’s private residences that are available for both sale or rent. The private residences are two to six bedroom villas that are perfect for families and benefit from all of the same facilities and benefits of staying in the hotel itself. Many are purchased as part of the country’s citizenship-by-investment program and then the resort manages rental of the properties. The only note to add to the residences would be that they are individually decorated by the owners, so the décor may not always be as expected for a luxury hotel.
It was a great pleasure for us to spend our one night at the Four Seasons Resort Nevis, especially in the quiet off-season. The facilities are top-notch, particularly for a beach resort, as the humidity often makes beachfront properties difficult to properly maintain. The perfection of the property is only improved on by the staff. They were always smiling, always helpful, and always professional. I would whole-heartedly recommend the Four Seasons Resort Nevis to anyone looking for a luxurious and relaxing beach vacation with or without family in tow.