Solaire Anguilla: Private Beachfront Villas on the Quiet South Coast
Four sea-view villas, private pools, and the roar of the Caribbean all to yourself
Why Go
While the crowds cluster around Meads Bay and Shoal Bay, Solaire Anguilla hides in plain sight on the island's south coast near Lockrum and Blowing Point ΓÇö four modern beachfront villas where your only neighbors are the sea breeze and the silhouette of St. Martin's mountains across the channel.
The Experience
Solaire is less a hotel and more a collection of private two-bedroom retreats, each with its own Caribbean-facing pool, full kitchen, and indoor-outdoor living that flows onto a lanai overlooking the water. Opened in late 2015 by the team behind the well-loved Meads Bay Beach Villas, the property pairs sea-inspired modern décor with rare-for-Anguilla comforts like central air conditioning, spa-style plunge tubs, and indoor/outdoor showers. Days here move slowly: a swim off the sandy beach area below the villas, an afternoon at the barbecue, evenings listening to the distant roar of the surf from your patio. An arrival rum punch, concierge service, housekeeping, and security are all part of the stay.
What to Try
Book a villa for a group trip ΓÇö guests regularly fit four couples across the property in genuine luxury ΓÇö and spend at least one sunset in the infinity-edge pool watching the lights come up on St. Maarten across the Anguilla channel. Fire up the villa barbecue with fresh catch from The Valley's markets, and take advantage of your guest access to the loungers and umbrellas at sister property Meads Bay Beach Villas for a classic west-coast beach day.
Insider Tip
Time your booking around Solaire's seasonal deals: high-season week-long stays typically earn a free night, while low-season visits can score two to three free nights. The constant sea breezes also mean this stretch of coast is famously mosquito-free ΓÇö a genuine rarity in the Caribbean ΓÇö so eat dinner outside on the lanai without a second thought.
The Practical Stuff
Located off Jeremiah Gumbs Highway near The Valley, on Anguilla's south coast in the Lockrum/Blowing Point area ΓÇö about 10 minutes from the Blowing Point ferry terminal serving St. Martin. Each villa has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a full kitchen with full-sized appliances, washer/dryer, cable TV, and free WiFi. Free self-parking, front-desk safe, tour and ticket assistance, robes, slippers, and toiletries included. The property runs an eco-friendly grey water system. Rates sit in the luxury villa bracket; book direct or via major platforms.
Pair It With
- Blowing Point Ferry Terminal — Ten minutes away ΓÇö hop the ferry for a day trip to St. Martin's restaurants and markets, then return to your quiet villa by sunset.
- Meads Bay Beach Villas Guide — Solaire's sister property on famed Meads Bay grants you lounger and umbrella access for a classic west-coast beach day.
- The Valley — Anguilla's capital is minutes up the highway for groceries, local art at ALAK Art Gallery, and provisioning your villa kitchen.