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Dominica was a pretty island. It was raining the day we were there. We went river tubing, visited the Emerald Pool and tasted some fresh fruit on the island. It was an awesome day.
Two Red-necked Amazon parrots got all up in each others' business while feeding in their favorite trees. These parrots are endemic to Dominica, so you won't find them anywhere else. The best way to see them is to hire local birding expert Dr Birdy (Bertrand Jno Baptiste). He knows the best places to find the island's birds, all the way down to the individual branches that Blue-headed Hummingbird like to land on.

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Where to stay in Portsmouth

A row of cannons at Fort Shirley in Cabrits National Park near Portsmouth on the Caribbean island nation of Dominica

Picard

When in Picard, you can plan a visit to Coconut Beach and Indian River, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Picard
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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 7 to Mar 8
$432 total
Mar 7 - Mar 8
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews)
Very beautiful property. The staff went above and beyond to make my stay a memorable one. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. The rooms are well designed and the food at the restaurant was great. There was not a whole lot to do within walking distance. But a lot to see and do on the island via ...

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Intercontinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa by IHG
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 ...
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Secret Bay
Riverside Hotel

Riverside Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Moo Cow Trail Portsmouth Saint John Parish
$166 nightly
The price is $181 total per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
$181 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Coconut Beach and Indian ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (46 reviews)
Absolutely lovely staff, very friendly and helpful. Room was spotless clean and tidy.There was everything in your room you need for the comfortable stay. Good breakfast and not overpriced.

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

Riverside Hotel
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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 ...
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Kootney Resorts

Kootney Resorts

3 out of 5
Picard Portsmouth Saint John Parish
Book a stay at this business-friendly apartment in Portsmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Coconut ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
Cottage dated, but lovely location, great manager who is very helpful and knowledgeable. Very good for the price.

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026

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Coco Mango Suites

Coco Mango Suites

3.5 out of 5
7 Customs Road (mow caw Trail), Picard. Portsmouth St. John Parrish
Stay at this apartment in Portsmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and in-room massages. Popular attractions Coconut Beach and Indian River are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
Awesome suits by River. A great place to explore “adventure” Island. Host went the extra mile, answered all our questions and helped us get familiar with area. Great beach walking distance.

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2024

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Popular places to visit

Coconut Beach

3.5/5(3 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Coconut Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Portsmouth.

Coconut Beach

Indian River

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Indian River during your travels in Portsmouth. Wander the beaches in this relaxing area.

Indian River

Syndicate Falls

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Syndicate Falls during your travels in Portsmouth. While you're in the area, stroll along the sandy beaches.

Syndicate Falls

Things to do

Mero beach, your last stop..

Dominica Half-Day Tour: Mero Beach, Waterfalls, Mineral bath Wotten Waven

$147
per adult
Dominica Half-Day Tour: Mero Beach, Waterfalls, Mineral bath Wotten Waven
EN boat trip to the Caribbean with French cuisine

EN boat trip to the Caribbean with French cuisine

$165
per adult
EN boat trip to the Caribbean with French cuisine
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Reviews of Portsmouth

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Must see Syndicate falls and trail in Portsmouth Trafalgar falls Champagne beach Emerald falls Sunset from high altitude. Dining Eat local food and drink natural fruit juices.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful, peaceful, relaxing. We will definitely return for a longer visit next time.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Dominica is a beautiful place to visit. The people are warm and friendly. I, however would caution driving as the roads are narrow, winding and rough in some places.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

It is a very interesting town.

Cities near Portsmouth

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Cabrits

We stopped at this house on a day tour of Dominica to look for the hummingbirds that often feed on the garden flowers. It always pays to hire locals when birding in a new destination, and for us that meant Dr. Birdy - a local birding expert that also works for the Forestry Division. I believe that this is an Antillean Crested Hummingbird.

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