We spent 10 days in Dominica in March, and stayed the entire time at Roots Jungle Retreat. It was a fantastic experience and the trip of a lifetime. Pat and Staci have created something truly special and unique at Roots - an off the grid eco-resort in a beautiful rainforest setting that is rustic yet very comfortable. It's central location... More

I just got back from a week in Dominica - definitely one of my favorite destinations! Although I spent most of my time in Roseau, my last two nights were at Roots Jungle Retreat - and they were amazing. I was traveling solo and Staci and Pat made me feel super welcome. As a solo traveler, I thought I might... More

I live in St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands and my wife & I just spent 5 amazing days in Dominica - the Nature Island. What a difference a few hundred miles can make! Dominica is a wonderfully unique and special place, unlike anywhere I have ever been. What made our experience especially outstanding was our stay at Roots... More

We were attracted by our travel book, where it says "Before you die, spend some time in Dominica, one of the least developed and most unusual islands in the region". Although we had only four days we came home totally relaxed with overwelming impressions. The Island is a jewel, which were brought closer to us by wonderful and welcoming Staci... More

There is no vacation spot better than Roots Jungle Retreat!!! Along with the endless hiking, waterfalls, snorkeling/diving, gourmet food and underwater expertise by Staci, hilarious stories and mad chauffeur skills by Pat, Dominican culture, and the gorgeous, lush nature all around you is a VERY safe country and vacation!!! Dominicans cannot afford guns so the crime rate is EXTREMELY low.... More

Quick summary: Roots is a beautiful, off-the-grid, resort in the heart of the rain forest with amazing food. It's in a great location to see the whole island. However, if you are looking for a vacation where you lay on the beach and have drinks brought to you all day, this is may not be the location for you. More... More

A great escape hidden in the Dominican jungle. Fantastic hosts (Staci & Pat), remarkable food (magic), beautiful scenery, remote location (15 min 4x4 from main road), great excursions, ...: authentic and honest. More

Roots was everything I hoped and more!! Evryday I thought I had seen the best of the island, Pat would top it with another great hidden treasure. The food is amazing and well surpassed my expectations for an off the grid ecolodge. My wife and I will never forget this amazing adventure. More

Roots Jungle Retreat is authentic, and perfect. Pat and Staci are the hostess with the mostess. I went here with my family and we had the best time. The food was mouthwatering, the views are spectacular. the amount of work that this team had dedicated to make your time here special is greatly admired and appreciated. I felt like they... More