Rosalie Bay Eco Resort and Spa

The Atlantic east coast of Dominica is spectacularly wild. Do not take the eastern coastal road which twists and turns as you travel south from the airport, past Barana Aute and L’escalier Tete-Chien in the Kalinago area because the road peters out at Saint Sauver.. An easier and no less spectacular route will take you through Marigot to the interior and then left turn at Ponte Casse roundabout to reach Rosalie Bay in about one hour in total.

The resort nestles on the banks of the Rosalie River and borders a magnificent black sand beach, a magnet for turtles. Leatherback, Green and Hawksbill turtles all nest and hatch on Rosalie Bay’s protected black sand beach. Leatherbacks hatch between March and June, Hawksbills July and August and Green turtles in September and October. Rosalie Bay has a commitment to sustainable tourism and to connecting guests to the natural world. Since the resort’s conservation programme began, 15,000 hatchlings have been released into the wild.

Unfortunately, though turtles happily swim in the sea off the sandy shore, it is dangerous for humans as strong currents are present!

The resort’s primary source of electricity is solar power, with generators used as a secondary source when necessary. The resort's own natural spring water is purified on-site, using a charcoal filter and UV filtration system.Wastewater is treated through a VertiVert reed filtration system. Within the resort's 28-acre lush nature resort one can observe numerous species of birds, plants and wildlife.

Rosalie Bay has a homely, rustic, colonial feel to it, with a delightful spa overlooking the Rosalie River. All the bungalows have been constructed by hand. A car is recommended for those who want to explore further afield. The nearest restaurant is a 20-minute drive and Roseau, the capital, is an hour’s drive.

Emerald Pool and Victoria waterfalls are a 20-minute drive, Spanny waterfalls and Jaco falls 30 minutes.

It is important to note that 90% of the resort’s buildings were destroyed by hurricane Maria in 2017 and that the road to recovery was uncertain, as the resort also had to face the pandemic. Rosalie Bay re-opened in 2020 and this is the 5th anniversary of a resort that is a pillar of local community support, employment and environmental conservation. 80% of pre-Maria staff were re-hired, ensuring that the local workforce continued to thrive. The resort also remained a key buyer of local produce, seafood and artisan goods, directly supporting farmers, fishermen and craftspeople.

Beach weddings are also a feature of this property.

ACCOMMODATION

The resort has 28 rooms of different dimensions. All accommodation types are with vaulted ceilings, have ceiling fans, are air conditioned, have a mini safe, a mini fridge and free wifi.The rooms are also equipped with hair dryers and smart TVs (Netflix and Youtube, 25 channel cable). As the hotel is in a high saline area, most windows are locked shut so fans and air conditioning units are necessary in most rooms. Extra standing fans can also be provided.

• Garden View Junior Rooms
• Garden View Premier Suites
• Ocean View Junior Suites
• Premier Oceanfront Suites
• Riverside Suites
• Honeymoon Suite

FACILITIES

• Zamman Restaurant for meetings, conferences, private parties or special occasions
• Leatherback Pool Restaurant and Bar for regular dining with locally sourced ingredients
• Gazebo private dining at a supplement payable locally
• GLO, Riverfront Spa with a wide range of natural treatments
• Wellness and rejuvenating programmes
• Daily Yoga Classes
• Salt water swimming pool
• Fully equipped gym
• Turtle Sanctuary
• Event programme (Jazz, Earth Day Beach Clean)
• Guided excursions and Activities Including: Victoria Falls, Emerald Pool, Fresh Water Lake, Middleham Falls, Boiling Lake, Roseau Market,Kalinago Experience, Jacko Falls, Trafalgar Falls, Kalinago Barana Aute, Boeri Lake - excursions and activities payable locally.
• Wedding arrangements
• Free car parking

Garden View Junior Room

These large rooms (35 sqm) sleep two people in either a queen bed or two single beds. There is ample room for the writing desk. Bathrooms are with walk-in rain shower. They have a spacious front porch with a sitting area amongst the tranquil gardens. Two rooms can adjoin, making the combination suitable for families.

Garden View Premier Suite

The garden view premier suites measure 60 sqm and can either have a king bed or two queen beds. There is ample room for further single beds in order to accommodate a family group. The rooms have a writing desk and seating area. The bathroom is with a walk-in rain shower and an oversized tub. From the veranda there are garden and mountain views.

Ocean View Junior Suite

The suites measuring 70 sqm can sleep three persons in one king bed and one single, day bed should a third person wish to join. From the porch there is both an ocean and garden view. These suites have a writing desk and sitting area and the bathrooms are with walk-in rain shower and oversized tub.

Premier Oceanfront Suite

These suites measure 75 sqm and have one king and two queen beds and are the closest to the Atlantic Ocean. They can accommodate families of up to 5 persons with additional single day beds. There is a large sitting area and writing desk. There are Atlantic Ocean views from the rain shower and there is a separate bathroom with a clawfoot jetted tub.

Riverside Suite

Measuring 85 sqm these very large rooms are equipped with a king bed and 2 queen beds and can accommodate an extra 2 persons on single day beds. There is a living room with a sofa. The front porches have pool views and the rear porches, equipped with swings, are a few feet from the water’s edge. The bathrooms are with double sinks, walk-in showers and oversized tubs. Two adjoining Riverside Suites can be combined.

Honeymoon Suite

The honeymoon suite measures 75 sqm and is the closest to the Atlantic Ocean with stunning views from the veranda. The suite has a large sitting area with a hand-carved dry bar. The suite has a king bed. Guests on a honeymoon package receive a complimentary bottle of sparkling wine and charcuterie board. The bathroom has a walk-in rain shower. There is a separate bathroom with a jetted tub. The honeymoon suite can sleep up to 5 persons - hopefully not when the honeymoon couple is in situ!