Frommer's Review
Pillowed in the sand dunes that line a gorgeous stretch of Rendezvous Bay beach, CuisinArt's whitewashed villas seem transplanted from some sunny Greek isle. This beautifully landscaped resort has a wonderful infinity pool that flows all the way to the beach -- its long stretches of shallow water are perfect for toddling kids. CuisinArt has a happy, supremely comfortable vibe, with roosters crowing in the morning and baby chicks skittering in the underbrush and a palm-fringed patio that faces the gleaming pool. The place must be doing something right: CuisinArt is the number-one resort on Anguilla for travelers on TripAdvisor.com. And, yes, it is owned by CuisinArt (of blender fame), and yes, it takes its food seriously, with Anguilla's first hydroponic farm, a "kitchen stadium" offering cooking classes and demos, and an herb garden. In fact, if CuisinArt has a secret, it's that the twice-weekly barbecue buffets are the best on the island, laden with grilled lobster, spit-roasted chicken, ribs, homemade desserts, as well as delicious sides and salads made with hydroponic-farm-fresh produce.
The rooms are sun-splashed and cheery, with comfy wicker and dark wood furniture and bright Haitian paintings on the walls. Bathrooms are luxuriously spacious, with lots of marble and fluffy towels. Patios have spectacular ocean views.
In 2007, CuisinArt added Chef's Table -- twice a week six-course dinners featuring local produce and inventive menus -- to its usual offerings at the Santorini Restaurant. Another restaurant, the Mediterraneo, serves up more casual fare, with great breakfasts that include delicious corn pancakes and fresh fruit smoothies. At press time, the Venus Spa was being greatly expanded and will feature 16 treatment rooms, a Thalasso pool of heated seawater, and an oceanfront relaxation room. CuisinArt frequently has excellent on-and-off season specials with seriously reduced rates; it also offers full and modified meal plans.
Facilities: 3 restaurants; 3 bars; outdoor pool; 3 tennis courts; bocce court; croquet; billiards room; fitness center; spa; Jacuzzi; deep-sea fishing; kayaks; sailing; scuba diving; snorkeling; windsurfing; mountain bikes; children's playground; salon; limited room service; babysitting; laundry service; dry cleaning; nonsmoking rooms; horseback riding; rooms for those w/limited mobility; sundries shop; boutique.
Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without
notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before
planning your trip.
