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Point Dubique, Calibishie, Dominica
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Calibishie Cove
4.5 of 5 stars 85 Reviews
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Sandia Park, New Mexico
1 review
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Great Place to Stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2012
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We had a wonderful week in Dominica. It was everything we expected...and much more. First of all, Calibishie Cove is just beautiful, the apartments are spacious and well kept, and the staff is delightful and dedicated. Second, the island is a paradise; Calibishie is a lovely hamlet; the residents are wonderful, warm, welcoming, and friendly; the weather was perfect.

About our stay at Calibishie Cove: We spent the week in their Rainforest Suite. Giant covered deck overlooking the ocean and forest. Lots of room inside. Small, functional kitchen area. It was great! The entire staff treated us like family from the moment of our arrival. The manager, Hazel, is a marvel. All of her guests feel like they are the only guests there. She creates a family atmosphere among the guests and staff, and we can't count how many times we were asked if there was anything anyone could do for us to make our stay just a little bit better. The food is really wonderful, well prepared and delightfully presented. Our breakfasts were prepared whenever we wanted them, and timely to the minute. The atmosphere is relaxed, and friendly. We cannot say enough to adequately praise the way we were treated while there. Hazel even took time out of her busy day to teach us how to prepare some of the local island dishes. We have never had a better time nor enjoyed ourselves more anywhere in our somewhat extensive travels.

We also toured with Jenner Robinson, an independent tour guide that is affiliated somehow with the B&B. He's a great resource, will even help with car rental at the airport. He's listed on their web site, and we highly recommend him to those visiting there. You can find him on their web site.

Although we have traveled extensively, this was our first trip to Dominica. We have wanted to visit for years, mostly because we're sort of country mice, and the island has a reputation for being somewhat undeveloped. Unfortunately, it's also somewhat difficult to get to from New Mexico, so we kept putting it off. OUR LOSS! We are so smitten that we have vowed, God willing, to visit again early next year...this time for a considerably longer stay.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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New York
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“Paradise”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2012
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Just got back from two nights in the penthouse - great way to spend a birthday! The view is just like you see in all the photos, picture perfect, incredibly relaxing place to stay. The bed is heaven, and the hot water, good pressure shower made me so incredibly happy (didn't find hot water in our other two Dominica hotels).

We took the bus from Roseau to Calibishie (transfer in Portsmouth) - I think it probably took under two hours, very easy. The bus will drop you off at the end of the road to Calibishie Cove, then walk all the way to the end of the road to find the hotel.

We walked into town (about 30 minutes) and home from Batibou Bay (probably about an hour), and you can walk to the red rocks too. We also spent a morning swimming out to treasure island. The beach at Hodges Bay is not anywhere near as nice as Batibou (thank you Hazel for the ride!). Plenty to do, but really the best is to take advantage of the penthouse and RELAX. A taxi to the airport was only about 20 minutes, and cheap. Thanks to the staff for letting us stay late in the room and shower up before our flight home!

Dinner was well-priced and pretty good, especially since there didn't seem to be too many options in the neighborhood. I'd recommend heading into town to the grocery store to buy some bottles of wine/alcohol (make use of the blender in the room!). I appreciated the ability to make my own coffee, especially so that I could enjoy a second cup in the evening on the balcony!

Also, we walked to the Escape Bar at Red Rocks one day - looked like a FANTASTIC setting, although it was taken over by a private party. It's a pretty long hot walk, but worth it for the atmosphere.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Gainesville, Florida
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Trip of a lifetime”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 December 2011
3
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Calibishie Cove was the perfect venue for what turned out to be the the single best vacation my husband and I have ever experienced. Dominica is a beautiful country with much to see and do. Our accommodations were the best, with an unsurpassed view from the balcony and bedroom windows. Each morning we awoke to the sounds of nature and started with fresh fruit and fresh squeezed juice which accompanied our breakfast. What a treat! All food was freshly prepared from the best of local ingredients. The staff prepared excellent meals and desserts. After a long day of exploring the beauties that Dominica had to offer, we would return to Calibishie Cove for a spectacular romantic candle-light dinner on the balcony overlooking the water. Of the meals we ate out, none compared to the culinary creations of Arl, Johanna, Tama and Katie. The Callalloo soup, seared tuna, and stuffed christophine were all excellent and worth eating more than once!
The staff at Calabishie Cove definitely added the special touches to make the stay memorable; all were very friendly and wanted to make sure everything was to our liking and needs.
I would highly recommend Jenner as a tour guide for any ventures you choose; his knowledge of the island is unsurpassed!
We would love to spend more time at Calibishie Cove! This is the perfect romantic getaway!

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Gainesville, Florida
1 review
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Best Vacation Ever!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 December 2011
4
people found this review helpful

My wife and I recently spent a week at Calibishie Cove in beautiful Dominica. As good as advertised, the accommodations and the staff were "first rate." Upon arriving, we were greeted with a refreshing welcoming beverage and given a tour of our room. The Sea View room is well laid out with spectacular views of the ocean and lush grounds. The room had a small refrigerator that the staff stocked daily with assorted beverages. Coffee and tea were also provided. Falling asleep at night or enjoying an afternoon siesta in the hammock is made easy by the sound of the ocean just outside your door. All of the employees at Calibishie Cove were very gracious. The attention to detail was well noted and it made for a perfect stay. Fresh squeezed juice, fresh local fruit, homemade bread, as well as an omelette created by Arl was a perfect way to begin each day. Their food, in our opinion, is the best in the area. Because of this, we ate most of our dinners at Calibishie Cove. My compliments to Arl, Johanna, Tama, and Katie for the culinary creations. Every dish was cooked to perfection and the romantic surroundings made for some truly memorable meals. Day trips suggested by the staff were wonderful. I would suggest hiring a guide for some of the hikes so as to enjoy them completely. Jenner was fantastic, providing direction and local information/facts during some of our excursions. The grilled chicken that he prepared for us on Batibou Beach made for a neat surprise and a perfect lunch. Kudos to the staff at Calibishie Cove!!! We had a great time and would love to return.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Barbados
2 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Tranquility and comfort”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 November 2011
1
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Calibishie Cove was all that I had hoped for and more. It was really more like a wonderfully positioned slightly upscale B & B.

The room/s (there was a change due to the refrigerator not working in the first room) were well positioned, although the front room with the veranda looking at the sea was the favourite. It was a little rustic, but not too much and the service was excellent. Even a pick up from Arl along the road from a walk into town was unexpected and appreciated.

KD's cooking was great!
Internet was there for most of the time if you need to keep up with the world
Jenner was a superb host and Dominica needs to clone him to train not only their own people but the people from other territories too. Great service Jenner!

All around, a wonderful few days. But be warned, if you want nightlife and action, Calibishie may not be the place for you. If you want peace and quiet and a getaway from it all, the Calibishie and Calibishie Cove is exactly what you need!

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  • Stayed June 2011, travelled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Point Dubique, Calibishie, Dominica
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