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The 1774 Officer's Quarters at Fort Shirley, restored based on the original plans still housed at the National Archives at Kew, England!  The fort is now a public park open for all, and the Officer's Quarters can be rented for weddings, receptions, concerts and other events.
A recently restored battery demonstrates how Fort Shirley protected Prince Rupert Bay, the best anchorage on Dominica.  The bay itself has a long history.  In 1493 one of Columbus' ships entered the bay, and by 1535 the Spanish made it station along their official treasure ship route.

Check out the map to see how the fort sits on a volcanic headland, strategically overlooking the bay.  Construction of the fort began in 1765 after France ceded Dominica to the British at the Treaty of Paris.  The French won it back in 1778, only to cede it again five years later at the Treaty of Versailles.  At it's height the fort housed over 600 men, but in 1854 it was finally abandoned as the British and French made up.

Today the fort is a public park open for all to visit.  Pack and lunch and enjoy the view.

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Intercontinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa by IHG

Intercontinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa by IHG

5 out of 5
Bellhall Road Portsmouth
$396 nightly
The price is $432 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$432 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Cabrits National Park and Fort ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
We had a wonderful stay at the Intercontinental Dominica. Beyond the great onsite restaurants, the wonderful spa, beautiful rooms and outstanding views of the water and the mountains, were the lovely and engaging team members from the attendants that greeted you to the front desk to every member ...

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

Intercontinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa by IHG
Atlantique View Resort & Spa

Atlantique View Resort & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Ansolda Anse du Me St. Andrew
$113 nightly
The price is $124 total per night from Feb 12 to Feb 13
$124 total
Feb 12 - Feb 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Anse du Me. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Popular attractions Batibou Beach and Chaudiere Pool are located ...
6.6/10 (35 reviews)
No water in the room, no internet, no tv, had to change room. Had to change room 3 time, place need renovation.

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

Atlantique View Resort & Spa
Secret Bay

Secret Bay

4.5 out of 5
Tibay Portsmouth
Book a stay at this luxury lodge in Portsmouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Coconut Beach and Indian River are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
Given the ratings/reviews & my experience with similar caliber properties around the world, I was disappointed in certain things. The security guard at the front gate of the property was extremely rude. Didn't welcome us but asked what we were doing there. Our driver was very taken back by his behavior ...

Reviewed on Aug 31, 2023

Secret Bay
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Picard Beach Cottages

Picard Beach Cottages

2 out of 5
Ross Boulevard Picard Portsmouth
Book a stay at this beach cottage in Portsmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Coconut Beach and Indian River are ...
7.8/10 Good! (42 reviews)
Our cottage was right on the beach and we went to bed each night with the sound of quiet waves lulling us to sleep. We went for a diving trip and Cabrits Dive Shop was a short walk away making it very convenient. The beach is beautiful! Staff was kind and kept the place clean and neat.

Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026

Picard Beach Cottages
Luxury private beachfront villa with spectacular views

Luxury private beachfront villa with spectacular views

Calibishie -
Stay at this villa in Calibishie. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Hodges Bay Beach and Pointe Baptiste Chocolate Factory are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews)
The host and property manager were very responsive. The location, views and house were astounding. The environment is unspoiled and the Dominicans are so welcoming and friendly. Shhhh, don’t tell anyone about this untouched environment! Wow!

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

Luxury private beachfront villa with spectacular views
Kalinago Territory Homestay

Kalinago Territory Homestay

St. David Dominica
Stay at this vacation home in Atkinson. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kalinago Barana Aute and Kalinago Barana Autê ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
Lovely Bed and Breakfast
My two adult children and I enjoyed a comfortable stay in two private bedrooms of the home of the gentleman that owns and lives in the advertised property. He was a kind host, graciously welcoming us when we arrived far too late in the evening and waking before 5am to see us off for our early morning ...

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2025

Kalinago Territory Homestay
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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