India, July 7 -- There's a reason the Caribbean remains one of the world's most beloved destinations. Beyond the postcard-perfect beaches and turquoise water, the region offers a remarkable range of hotels, each one with a distinct sense of place. From sprawling beachfront playgrounds to intimate rainforest cloisters and family-run inns, these are the Caribbean resorts Travel + Leisure readers loved the most, according to results from the 2026 "World's Best Awards" survey.

1. Fouquet's Saint-Barth, St. Barts Terrace with lounge chairs and a view of the Caribbean sea and a harbor Water views from Fouquet's Saint-Barth. Fouquet's Saint-Barth Readers love this hillside property (formerly Hotel Barriere Le Carl Gustaf), praising its "high-touc...