Small Hope Bay Lodge

Hard to put in words how relaxing and fulfilling a trip to Small Hope Bay can be. The property is quaint and understated, allowing the beauty of the natural landscape to play the main character as it should. In contrast, the people of SHB could not be more accommodating and customer focused. Virtually every day is scripted and tailored to the wants and needs of each guest and family. The opportunity to snorkel on and around the property is beautiful. My family took advantage of the Dive Master Discovery Course, where all four of us learned and became comfortable with the underwater environment. Further, picnics at the blue hole for an afternoon swim; a packed cooler and beach umbrella on a private island for the afternoon; kayaking and snorkeling in the mangroves as well as a private deep sea fishing charter were all great experiences we enjoyed. The food was always tremendous, and easily accommodating if desired. The concept of the ambassadors is unique to any property we have visited and offer a truly intimate experience and relationship to the place. Lastly, Small Hope provided our family a slowed pace and ability to relax not easily found. We are planning our return!

Wonderful place, wonderful staff, great dive professionals, shark dive was fantastic and the food was great. There is a very welcoming, unique and lovely vibe that is intentionally managed. I definitely plan to return. Next time I will bring sweaters. I wasn’t prepared for the chill.

I get one week of vacation a year. Small Hope is the only place I'll go. Low key and unpretentious, its simple relaxation and peaceful nature like no other. But bring the bug spray, you'll need it. The staff can't be beat. I've traveled to 41 countries, and their staff is unrivaled.

This place is fantastic. We booked our return trip next year within two weeks. Laid back. Friendly and attentive staff. My teenage daughter is a picky eater and the kitchen and wait staff made her a plate of buttered noodles for dinner every night with a smile. The Fishing Guide was terrific. Friendly, knowledgeable and superb at spotting bonefish.

What a wonderful place! We spent two nights at this amazing, hidden gem and can't wait to go back! The location is beautiful, the staff is very warm and friendly, and the food was delicious. For advanced or beginner divers, the experience is exceptional. But you don't have to dive to relax and enjoy this beautiful place. Go check it out!

Exactly what the Doctor ordered! Great place, great staff, perfect location! I did not want to have to think about what to do, where to go, or when to do it! Honestly the best vacation I have had in years! Just the basics, but it is super clean, food and drinks were plenty and yummy! Thank you sooo much! I really needed this vacation to go smoothly. Kitchen staff...you work hard, and it showed...so yummy! Best cookies ever! Dive crew....I do not even know where to begin....Frogman, Moth man, Sunshine, 007, Mumbles, Grumpy, and I forgot Noel's! Oh well....you all gave me the best birthday eva! Do not keep Julie up so late next time!! Love you all! Janice