With its small bays and hidden coves, once havens for pirates, the British Virgin Islands are among the world's loveliest cruising areas. The islands mainly attract those who like to sail, although landlubbers will delight in the beaches. Despite predictions that mass tourism will invade, the islands are still an escapist's paradise. The smaller islands have colorful names, such as Fallen Jerusalem and Ginger. Norman Island is said to have been the prototype for Robert Louis Stevenson's novel Treasure Island. On Deadman Bay, Blackbeard reputedly marooned 15 pirates and a bottle of rum, giving rise to the well-known ditty.
Most of the resorts and hotels on Virgin Gorda are so isolated from each other that you'll feel your hotel has the island to itself. There are many discount hotels in British Virgin Islands catered to both business and leisure travelers. For those who want to be truly remote, there is a scattering of minor hotels on a handful of the smaller islands. Some places are so small that you basically get to know all the locals after about a week. Please select a destination to access our comprehensive list of hotels in British Virgin Islands at discount rates.