Property at a Glance: Oualie Beach Resort

Oualie Beach Resort boasts one of Nevis’s only scuba shops, Scuba Safaris, whose experienced staff leads the way to dive sites. There, visitors can descend to the ocean floor to spot lobsters, black coral, a sunken freighter, and Jacques Cousteau’s discarded laundry. After swimming along the reefs, they can unwind at the onsite spa with a massage or facial.

• Each luxurious guest room is nestled in a homey cottage surrounded by palm trees and tropical brush.
• An easy, breezy laid-back vibe: In the rooms, crisp white canopies cover the four-poster beds, and sunlight spills in through white-trimmed windows.
• The onsite restaurant serves grilled lobster and barbecued fare in the evenings.
• Live Caribbean music fills the air on select nights, inviting guests to burn off calories after dinner.

Nevis: Volcanic Isle with a Colonial Capital

European ships frequented the West Indies—and Nevis in particular—in the centuries after Christopher Columbus made his overseas voyage. The isle became known as the “Queen of the Caribbees” due to the influx of wealth created from sugar plantations. Though Nevis became an independent nation in 1983, remnants of European colonization still dot the area, from the Georgian-style architecture in the portside capital city of Charlestown to the sugar-plantation ruins scattered across the island.

Nevis, which lies just 2 miles from Saint Kitts, is a volcanic island. Evidence of its volatile geothermal past can be found throughout its 36 square miles, from steaming fumaroles and hot springs to beaches that feature dark-brown or black sands eroded from volcanic rocks. At the island’s center is Nevis Peak, a stratovolcano that stands more than 3,200 feet tall. Those who take the challenging hike up the mountain will pass through forests of mango and almond trees before reaching a summit shrouded in mist.

Though much of Nevis remains undeveloped, there’s plenty to do in Charlestown. During the day, take a stroll through streets lined with colorful colonial architecture. At night, you can head to a beachside bar or restaurant to sip rum cocktails—West Indies staples—or sample fresh papaya, traditional goat-water stew, and grilled mahi-mahi. You may even hear live steel-pan music.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the best way to travel to the hotel from the airport? Vance W. Armory (NEV) is the closest airport and is approximately 1.5 miles from the property or about 4 miles via car.

2. Is there an additional occupancy fee, or do I have to purchase another voucher? Standard occupancy is 2 guests. Additional occupants can be added for $35 per person.

3. Will I be approached to attend a timeshare sales presentation? Customers are never obligated to attend a sales presentation. If you are approached and decline a presentation, you will not lose the value of your voucher or have to pay additional fees.

4. Which activities and amenities are included in the resort credits? No resort credits are included.

5. Are dinner reservations required for restaurants? Is there a dress code? Dinner reservations for the onsite restaurants are not required and there is no specific dress code. For more information about your dining options, please click here or call (869) 469-9735.