Tortuga After Sundown

A curved pool, a living room that opens entirely to the warm Caribbean air, and an upper terrace where breakfast tastes better with a view – this five-bedroom villa in an exclusive gated community knows how to fill a day before you've even thought about leaving. A private movie theatre sets it apart from neighbouring villas, while a dedicated English-speaking concierge handles everything from yacht charters to fishing trips. Bávaro Beach's 30-kilometre palm-fringed stretch and a vivid natural cenote are both within reach when you're ready to explore beyond the resort's two private beaches.

Home truths:
* While most of the bathrooms aren't photographed, expect the style and quality to be consistent with the rest of the home.
* To access the resort, you'll need to share passport or ID details for all guests before you arrive. Your host's concierge will reach out a few days ahead of your stay to collect this information – it's a standard resort requirement, so factor it into your pre-arrival planning.
* Everything within the resort – beaches, golf, tennis, dining – is spread across a large gated estate, so you'll want a car or golf cart to get around comfortably.