The best hotels in Crown Point
Crown Point packs a serious range of stays into a tiny strip of southwest Tobago, but sorting good from overpriced near Store Bay is harder than it looks. We reviewed 8,000+ options across the area so you don't have to. These 10 made the cut.
Our Top Picks in Crown Point
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Della Mira Guesthouse
Store Bay, Crown Point
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Kariwak Village Holistic Haven
Local Road, Crown Point
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Sandy Point Beach Club
Sandy Point, Crown Point
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Coco Reef Resort
Coconut Bay, Crown Point
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Toucan Inn
Store Bay Local Road, Crown Point
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Shepherd's Inn
Canaan Village, Canaan
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Magdalena Grand Beach and Golf Resort
Tobago Plantations Estate, Lowlands
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Villas at Stonehaven
Stonehaven Bay, Black Rock
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All Hotels Compared
Side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right hotel. Prices reflect shoulder season averages.
| # | Hotel | City & Area | Price/Night | Score | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Della Mira Guesthouse | Store Bay, Crown Point | $55–85/night | 7.6/10 | Budget Pick |
| 2 | Kariwak Village Holistic Haven | Local Road, Crown Point | $90–130/night | 8.5/10 | Hidden Gem |
| 3 | Sandy Point Beach Club | Sandy Point, Crown Point | $105–160/night | 8.2/10 | Best Location |
| 4 | Coco Reef Resort | Coconut Bay, Crown Point | $130–210/night | 8.7/10 | Most Popular |
| 5 | Toucan Inn | Store Bay Local Road, Crown Point | $115–155/night | 8/10 | Best Value |
| 6 | Rex Tobago | Milford Bay, Milford | $140–200/night | 7.9/10 | Family Friendly |
| 7 | Shepherd's Inn | Canaan Village, Canaan | $100–145/night | 7.5/10 | Budget Pick |
| 8 | Seahorse Inn | Grafton Beach, Grafton | $155–220/night | 8.6/10 | Romantic Stay |
| 9 | Magdalena Grand Beach and Golf Resort | Tobago Plantations Estate, Lowlands | $270–420/night | 9/10 | Top Rated |
| 10 | Villas at Stonehaven | Stonehaven Bay, Black Rock | $310–500/night | 9.2/10 | Luxury Pick |
Why These Hotels Made Our List
Every hotel earned its spot. Here's exactly why we picked each one.
Della Mira Guesthouse
A simple, no-frills guesthouse a short walk from Store Bay Beach and the local food huts. Rooms are basic but clean, with air conditioning and decent beds. The host is friendly and knows the area well, which helps a lot for first-time visitors. Good option if you just need a base and plan to spend most of your time at the beach.
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Kariwak Village Holistic Haven
Kariwak Village sits just off the main road near Crown Point and has a genuinely relaxed, garden feel that sets it apart from standard guesthouses. The cabanas are surrounded by tropical gardens and the property has a small pool. Their restaurant serves excellent organic Tobagonian food that draws locals as well as guests. It leans toward wellness and quiet, so party seekers should look elsewhere.
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Sandy Point Beach Club
Sandy Point Beach Club is right on the water on the western tip of Tobago, with direct beach access and good sunset views. Rooms are spacious and decorated in a casual Caribbean style. The onsite restaurant is reliable for seafood and local dishes. It is close to the airport, which is convenient but means some light aircraft noise during the day.
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Coco Reef Resort
Coco Reef is one of the most established full-service resorts on Tobago, sitting on a private beach at Coconut Bay near Crown Point. The rooms are well maintained and the grounds are properly landscaped with multiple pools. Service is attentive without being overbearing. It costs more than nearby options but the private beach access and facilities justify it for most guests.
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Toucan Inn
Toucan Inn is a small, well-run property on Store Bay Local Road very close to the beach and the airport. The rooms are tidy and comfortable and the pool area is a pleasant spot to wind down in the afternoon. Staff are genuinely helpful with booking activities and tours around the island. It is not flashy but delivers solid quality for the price.
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Rex Tobago
Rex Tobago sits on a long stretch of beach at Milford Bay, a few minutes east of Crown Point. It is a larger all-inclusive resort with multiple pools and activities, making it well suited for families. Rooms are standard international resort style, clean and functional rather than distinctive. The beach here is calm and good for children. Food quality at the buffet is decent but not exceptional.
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Shepherd's Inn
Shepherd's Inn is a small locally owned hotel in Canaan, just a couple of kilometers from Crown Point and the airport. It is one of the better value options in the area for travelers who do not need beach access right outside the door. Rooms are clean and air conditioned and the staff are accommodating. A rental car or taxi is useful from here to reach beaches and attractions.
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Seahorse Inn
Seahorse Inn is a small boutique property perched on the hillside above Grafton Beach, about ten minutes from Crown Point. The views from the restaurant and upper rooms are genuinely impressive and the atmosphere is calm and intimate. It is popular with couples specifically because of the setting and the quality of the food. The beach below is beautiful and accessed by a short path from the property.
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Magdalena Grand Beach and Golf Resort
Magdalena Grand is the most complete luxury resort on Tobago, set within the Tobago Plantations Estate in Lowlands near Crown Point. It has an 18-hole golf course, a large pool, a full spa and direct beach access on Buccoo Bay. Rooms and suites are spacious and finished to a genuinely high standard. Service throughout is polished and consistent, which makes it stand out from other properties on the island.
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Villas at Stonehaven
The Villas at Stonehaven sit on a hillside above Stonehaven Bay in Black Rock, about fifteen minutes from Crown Point. Each villa has its own private pool with a dramatic view over the Caribbean Sea. The space and privacy here are exceptional and the property is maintained to a very high standard. It suits couples or small groups wanting a luxury self-contained experience rather than a traditional resort setup.
Check AvailabilityWhere to Stay in Crown Point
The neighborhood you pick matters more than the hotel.
Store Bay vs Pigeon Point: which beach zone to stay in
Store Bay Local Road is the working heart of Crown Point's tourism. You've got Curepe-style food stalls right on the beach, cold Carib beers, and the airport 8 minutes away. It's busy, it's fun, and budget hotels like Della Mira Guesthouse keep prices honest at $55-85/night.
Pigeon Point is the postcard shot, but you pay an entrance fee to get in ($6 USD for non-residents) and the beach facilities are more manicured. Sandy Point Beach Club sits right between the two zones, which is honestly the best of both. If you're undecided, book Sandy Point and walk to whichever vibe you need that day.
How to get around Crown Point without renting a car
Route taxis are your main tool. They run fixed routes along Claude Noel Highway and cost $1-3 USD per ride. Flag one down anywhere on the main road and tell the driver your stop. From Store Bay Local Road to Scarborough (the capital) takes about 40 minutes and costs under $4.
For beach hops, informal taxis and moto-taxis operate near the Pigeon Point junction and Store Bay car park. Agree on a price before you get in. Coco Reef to Grafton Beach runs about $12-15 USD by private taxi and saves you the hassle of timing route taxis in the midday heat.
Crown Point on a budget: how to keep it under $100/night
Two hotels in our vetted list come in under $100: Della Mira Guesthouse at $55-85/night on Store Bay, and Shepherd's Inn at $100-145/night in Canaan Village. Della Mira is the clear budget winner and its Store Bay location means you're not sacrificing convenience to save money.
Eat at the Store Bay food stalls instead of hotel restaurants. Plates of crab and dumplings or curried goat run $8-15 USD and beat most resort dining on taste and price. You can do a full day in Crown Point, with beach, food, and a cold drink, for under $30 USD outside your accommodation.
The luxury end: what $270-500/night actually gets you in Tobago
Magdalena Grand at Tobago Plantations Estate in Lowlands is the only hotel in our list with a golf course attached. The 18-hole course overlooks the Caribbean Sea, and the resort's rating of 9.0 reflects a level of consistency you don't always find at this price in the southern Caribbean. At $270-420/night, it's the most accessible luxury option.
Villas at Stonehaven Bay in Black Rock goes further. Rates run $310-500/night, and these are full villas with private pools overlooking Stonehaven Bay. The 9.2 rating is the highest in our entire Crown Point list. This is the one to book if the trip is a milestone, not just a holiday.
Carnival and high season: when to book (and when to bail)
Tobago's Carnival typically falls in February, mirroring Trinidad's. Crown Point fills up fast, prices jump 20-30%, and Store Bay Local Road gets properly busy. If you're coming for Carnival, book 3-4 months ahead, full stop. If you're not coming for Carnival, the two weeks either side are worth avoiding.
The real sweet spot is January or March through May. Dry weather, lower prices, and Coco Reef and Sandy Point Beach Club still have availability at their standard $105-210/night rates. June onwards brings the wet season, which isn't dramatic rain but afternoon showers are frequent. Hotels discount by 15-25% from June through October.
Which Crown Point neighborhood is right for your trip
Beach-first travellers should anchor in Store Bay or Coconut Bay. Couples after peace and privacy should look at Grafton Beach or Stonehaven Bay. Families with kids do well at Milford Bay where the beach is calmer. And golfers should go straight to Tobago Plantations Estate in Lowlands without second-guessing it.
Canaan Village is the one area that trips people up. It's only 3-4 km from Store Bay but feels disconnected without a car. Shepherd's Inn is fine, and $100-145/night is fair, but factor in taxi costs if you plan to be mobile. Otherwise, pay a little more and stay closer to the coast.
Crown Point's best neighborhoods
Crown Point and its immediate surrounds split into five distinct zones, each with a different price point and feel. Start your search in Crown Point itself, specifically around Store Bay Local Road and Coconut Bay, where you get beach access, good food, and real transport links all at once.
Crown Point (Store Bay & Coconut Bay) 3 vetted hotels The action hub. Best beach access, best food stalls, easiest everything.
The action hub. Best beach access, best food stalls, easiest everything.
This is where most visitors should start and, honestly, end their search. Store Bay Local Road puts you within walking distance of two great beaches, a cluster of food stalls that serve some of the best crab and dumplings on the island, and the airport when you need it. It's not quiet, but that's the point.
Budget through mid-range options sit here: Della Mira Guesthouse ($55-85/night), Kariwak Village ($90-130/night), and Coco Reef Resort ($130-210/night). That's a genuine spread, not a token budget option surrounded by luxury pricing. You can pick your level without compromising your location.
The one thing to watch: some properties near the Claude Noel Highway service road market themselves as Crown Point but sit inland with no beach walk. Stick to Store Bay Local Road, Local Road itself, or Coconut Bay specifically. Those three micro-zones are where the value actually lives.
Sandy Point & Milford Bay 2 vetted hotels Families and beach walkers. Pigeon Point on your doorstep.
Families and beach walkers. Pigeon Point on your doorstep.
Sandy Point is where you stay when location actually matters. Sandy Point Beach Club sits a 3-5 minute walk from Pigeon Point Heritage Park, the most photographed beach in Tobago and genuinely worth the hype. At $105-160/night, this is strong mid-range value for the position.
Rex Tobago at Milford Bay is the family play. The beach here is calm, the water is shallow in sections, and the resort layout works for parents who need to see kids from the pool bar. Rates run $140-200/night and it carries our Family Friendly badge for good reason.
The only downside to this zone: nightlife and restaurant variety are thinner than Store Bay. You're 10-15 minutes drive from the Store Bay food stalls and about 20 minutes from Scarborough's local spots. Factor in taxi costs if you plan to eat out regularly.
Grafton & Black Rock 2 vetted hotels Quieter coast, romantic energy, and Tobago's best luxury villas.
Quieter coast, romantic energy, and Tobago's best luxury villas.
Grafton Beach and Stonehaven Bay sit roughly 10-15 minutes drive from Crown Point's centre, far enough to feel like a different place. Seahorse Inn on Grafton Beach earns its Romantic Stay badge: the setting is intimate, the beach is less crowded, and a rating of 8.6 reflects genuine quality at $155-220/night.
Villas at Stonehaven Bay in Black Rock is simply the best accommodation in our entire list by rating (9.2). Private pool villas overlooking Stonehaven Bay at $310-500/night. This is not for everyone's budget, but if you're booking a honeymoon or anniversary trip, this is your answer.
Route taxis to Crown Point from this stretch take about 20 minutes and cost $2-3 USD. It's manageable but daily trips add up. If you're staying here, rent a car for at least part of your trip or budget for private taxis.
Lowlands & Canaan 2 vetted hotels Golf resort luxury and budget inland stays. Two very different options.
Golf resort luxury and budget inland stays. Two very different options.
Tobago Plantations Estate in Lowlands is where Magdalena Grand lives, and it's a world apart from the guesthouses on Store Bay Local Road. This is a full destination resort: 18-hole golf course, multiple pools, beach access, and a 9.0 rating that is the second highest in our list. At $270-420/night, it's luxury that delivers.
Canaan Village is the other end of the scale. Shepherd's Inn sits here at $100-145/night, rated 7.5, and works for travellers who want a base without paying beach-zone prices. It's about 3-4 km from Store Bay and has the basic comforts covered.
The Lowlands and Canaan zone is where you need to be clear on your priorities. If you're a golfer or want a resort-style holiday, Magdalena Grand is a no-brainer. If you're just looking to sleep cheap and explore by taxi, Shepherd's Inn does the job. Don't confuse the two.
Best Areas by Vibe
Tell us how you travel and we'll point you to the right part of Crown Point.
Romantic Escape
Grafton Beach is the spot. Seahorse Inn sits right on it, rated 8.6, at $155-220/night with far less foot traffic than the busy Store Bay strip.
Culture & Local Life
Base yourself on Store Bay Local Road and you're 5 minutes walk from the food stalls where local vendors have sold crab and dumplings for decades. Kariwak Village on Local Road leans into Tobago's holistic and artistic side with live jazz some evenings.
Family Holiday
Milford Bay is the family call. Rex Tobago has calm water, a manageable resort layout, and kids can walk to the beach without crossing a road.
Budget Travel
Store Bay Local Road is where to look. Della Mira Guesthouse starts at $55/night and puts you 10 minutes walk from two beaches and the best cheap eats on the island.
Beach & Water Sports
Sandy Point is your base. You're a 3-minute walk from Pigeon Point Heritage Park, and glass-bottom boat trips to Buccoo Reef leave from the jetty there most mornings.
Foodie Stay
Crown Point's Store Bay food court is the real dining highlight of southwest Tobago. Stay at Coco Reef on Coconut Bay and you're 10 minutes walk from the stalls, which serve until late most nights.
Location Quality
Is the neighborhood walkable? Are restaurants, shops, and attractions within 10 minutes on foot? How does it feel after dark? We evaluate safety, public transport access, and whether the area has genuine local character or just tourist traps. A hotel in the wrong neighborhood ruins a trip. That's why location carries the most weight.
Value for Money
We compare what you pay against what you get. A €150 hotel with a great location, clean rooms, and helpful staff can outscore a €500 hotel with fancy amenities in a bad area. We factor in seasonal pricing, cancellation policies, and hidden costs like tourist tax and breakfast surcharges. The goal is finding the best ratio, not the lowest price.
Guest Experience
We analyze thousands of verified guest reviews across multiple platforms, looking for patterns rather than individual complaints. Consistent praise for cleanliness, staff, and room quality counts. We also assess the intangibles: does the hotel have character? Would you recommend it to a friend? A soul-less chain hotel with perfect facilities still loses to a well-run boutique with personality.
When to Visit Crown Point
When to visit Crown Point and what to pay.
Dry Season (January-April)
This is peak Tobago. Sunshine is reliable, temperatures stay around 26-29°C, and the sea is calm enough for Buccoo Reef snorkelling most days. Carnival (usually February) pushes prices up 20-30% for 2 weeks around Store Bay Local Road and Sandy Point. Book Coco Reef or Sandy Point Beach Club at least 3 months ahead for Carnival weeks.
Shoulder Season (May-June)
May and June are genuinely underrated. The dry season's best weather extends into May, crowds thin out after Easter, and hotel rates drop 10-20% compared to January peak. Kariwak Village and Toucan Inn on Store Bay Local Road are particularly good value in this window, with rates sitting at the lower end of their $90-155/night ranges.
Wet Season (July-October)
Afternoon showers are frequent but rarely all-day affairs. Temperatures actually peak here at 27-31°C, and the island is green and lush. Hotels across Crown Point discount 15-25%, which means Magdalena Grand drops closer to $270/night and Seahorse Inn comes in at $155/night. The trade-off is some beach days cut short by rain and occasional hurricane-adjacent weather in September.
Late Season (November-December)
November is the transition back to dry season and often gets overlooked. Showers become less frequent, temperatures settle at 26-29°C, and prices haven't caught up with the weather yet. December ramps back up toward peak with Christmas and New Year filling Coco Reef and Villas at Stonehaven Bay first. Book December before October if you want a luxury option at anything close to a standard rate.
Booking Tips for Crown Point
Insider tips for booking hotels in Crown Point.
Don't assume 'beachfront' means beach access
Several properties near Claude Noel Highway use 'beachfront' loosely to mean they're near the coast, not on it. Before booking anywhere in Crown Point, check whether the beach requires crossing a road or paying an entrance fee. Pigeon Point Heritage Park charges $6 USD for non-residents. Properties on Store Bay itself and Coconut Bay have direct sand-to-room access.
Book Carnival weeks 3-4 months out, minimum
Tobago's Carnival typically lands in February and Crown Point prices jump 20-30% across all price brackets. Toucan Inn on Store Bay Local Road and Sandy Point Beach Club sell out first. If you're not attending Carnival events, the two weeks either side are worth skipping entirely in favour of March, when prices reset and crowds thin.
Use route taxis instead of private cabs for short hops
Route taxis along Claude Noel Highway cost $1-3 USD per ride and run regularly between Crown Point, Canaan, Milford, and Black Rock. Private taxis from the airport to Store Bay run $5-8 USD, which is fair, but asking your hotel to arrange one saves the haggling. Don't pay more than $15 USD for any taxi trip within the Crown Point to Grafton corridor.
Mid-range is the sweet spot in Crown Point right now
The $100-160/night bracket punches above its weight here. Toucan Inn ($115-155/night, rated 8.0), Sandy Point Beach Club ($105-160/night, rated 8.2), and Kariwak Village ($90-130/night, rated 8.5) all deliver quality that would cost significantly more in Barbados or St Lucia. The luxury options are genuinely excellent, but you don't need to spend $300+ to have a great Tobago trip.
Rent a car if you're staying outside Crown Point centre
If you're at Seahorse Inn in Grafton, Villas at Stonehaven Bay in Black Rock, or Magdalena Grand in Lowlands, a rental car isn't optional, it's practical. Route taxis from Black Rock to Store Bay take 20-25 minutes and run inconsistently after 7pm. Car rentals in Tobago start around $50-70 USD/day. Split that over a couple and it makes more sense than taxi costs adding up daily.
Eat at the Store Bay stalls, not the hotel restaurants
This is the one piece of advice we'd give every Crown Point visitor. The food court at Store Bay, about 300 metres from the car park off Store Bay Local Road, serves crab and dumplings, shark and bake, and curried conch at $8-15 USD a plate. It is better than most hotel restaurant food in the area by a significant margin. Kariwak Village's restaurant is the exception, worth eating at once for the Creole tasting menu.
Hotels in Crown Point — FAQ
Everything you need to know before booking hotels in Crown Point.
What's the best area to stay in Crown Point?
Stay on or near Store Bay Local Road if you want the most for your money. You're within 10 minutes walk of Store Bay Beach, Pigeon Point, and a dozen good food stalls. Coconut Bay is a quieter option with slightly higher prices, typically $130-210/night.
How far is Crown Point from ANR Robinson International Airport?
Most Crown Point hotels sit within 5-15 minutes drive of the airport. Della Mira Guesthouse on Store Bay Road is roughly 8 minutes by taxi, which runs about $5-8 USD for the trip. It's one of the closest clusters of accommodation to arrivals in all of Tobago.
What's the cheapest decent hotel in Crown Point?
Della Mira Guesthouse at $55-85/night is our budget pick and it's genuinely good, not just cheap. It's on Store Bay, which means you're already at one of the best beaches in southwest Tobago without paying beach-resort prices. Don't expect a pool, but the value is hard to beat at that price point.
Is Crown Point good for families?
Yes, especially if you base yourself near Milford Bay or Sandy Point. Rex Tobago at Milford Bay carries our Family Friendly badge and has the kind of calm, shallow water that works well with kids. Budget around $140-200/night and you'll have space, beach access, and easy taxi links to Pigeon Point Heritage Park in under 10 minutes.
When is the best time to visit Crown Point?
January through April is the sweet spot: dry, sunny, temperatures sitting around 26-29°C, and hotels still have availability. Carnival in February pushes prices up 20-30% across the board, especially on Store Bay Local Road. Book those weeks at least 3 months out or expect to pay peak rates.
Is there a luxury option in the Crown Point area?
Two, actually. Villas at Stonehaven Bay in Black Rock runs $310-500/night and carries our Luxury Pick badge with a 9.2 rating. Magdalena Grand Beach and Golf Resort at Tobago Plantations Estate in Lowlands is our Top Rated pick at $270-420/night, with an 18-hole course on site.
How do I get around Crown Point without a car?
Route taxis run along Claude Noel Highway connecting Crown Point, Canaan, Milford, and Black Rock. A single trip typically costs $1-3 USD depending on distance. If you're staying at Coco Reef on Coconut Bay or Kariwak Village on Local Road, you can walk to Store Bay and Pigeon Point without needing any transport at all.
Which Crown Point hotel is closest to Pigeon Point Beach?
Sandy Point Beach Club is the closest, sitting right on Sandy Point which is literally adjacent to Pigeon Point Heritage Park, about 3-5 minutes on foot. It carries our Best Location badge for exactly this reason. Rates run $105-160/night, which is fair for the position.
Are there adults-only or romantic hotels in the area?
Seahorse Inn at Grafton Beach is our top pick for couples, rated 8.6 and carrying the Romantic Stay badge. It's tucked on Grafton Beach in the Grafton area, about 15 minutes drive from Store Bay but much quieter. Rates sit at $155-220/night and the setting earns every dollar.
What's the most popular hotel in Crown Point right now?
Coco Reef Resort on Coconut Bay holds our Most Popular badge with a rating of 8.7. It's popular because it delivers: private beach access, on-site dining, and consistent quality around $130-210/night. It books up fast between December and April, so don't sit on it.
Is it safe to stay in Crown Point?
Crown Point and the Store Bay area are considered among the safest parts of Tobago for tourists. The stretch between Store Bay Local Road and Pigeon Point sees heavy tourist foot traffic all day. Canaan Village, a few kilometers inland, is more residential and quieter at night, but Shepherd's Inn there is perfectly fine at $100-145/night.
What areas near Crown Point should I avoid?
Avoid booking hotels that describe themselves as 'Crown Point' when they're actually 4-5 km inland with no beach access and no taxi route nearby. A few guesthouses on the Claude Noel Highway service road fall into this category, positioned to catch airport searches but inconvenient for everything else. Stick to named neighborhoods: Store Bay, Coconut Bay, Sandy Point, or Local Road.