10 Budget Caribbean Islands (PHOTOS)

The Caribbean isn't exactly known to be cheap, but you can stretch your dollar pretty far on certain islands - even when traveling during the winter high season. Popular hot spots like the Bahamas, the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and others offer great value in terms of easy access and well-priced lodging and dining options. But some off-the-beaten-path islands, from Montserrat to Tobago, are also worth seeking out for the extraordinary bang for the buck that they provide. Check out ShermansTravel.com's picks for budget Caribbean islands, guaranteed to leave you with enough cash left over to dole out on those frothy, beachfront piña coladas once you touch down! Adapted from "Top 10 Budget Caribbean Islands."

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It's no surprise that this Dutch-owned island is a popular destination for package holidays – sun-kissed and chockablock with sparkly casinos and pretty beaches, Arubareceives frequent direct flights from the U.S. and has a plethora of all-inclusive options. You’ll find great value on this budget Caribbean island in the form of spa resorts, private villas, and brand-name hotels like Marriott and the Hyatt Regency. Great Value Hotel:Manchebo Beach Resort and Spa: This excellent-value beach boutique hotel is set on a pristine stretch of sand with a first-rate spa and rooms with fine Indonesian-style furniture, private patios or balconies, and flat-screen TVs. Rates from $169/night. Manchebo Beach Resort and Spa

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It's no surprise that this Dutch-owned island is a popular destination for package holidays – sun-kissed and chockablock with sparkly casinos and pretty beaches, Arubareceives frequent direct flights from the U.S. and has a plethora of all-inclusive options. You’ll find great value on this budget Caribbean island in the form of spa resorts, private villas, and brand-name hotels like Marriott and the Hyatt Regency.

Great Value Hotel:Manchebo Beach Resort and Spa: This excellent-value beach boutique hotel is set on a pristine stretch of sand with a first-rate spa and rooms with fine Indonesian-style furniture, private patios or balconies, and flat-screen TVs. Rates from $169/night.


Manchebo Beach Resort and Spa

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[life-of-riley]

11:16 AM on 11/29/2010

St. Maarten - I know it well, and this is how one gets there.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zAfQwDizpRo

[westsidebird]

10:37 AM on 11/29/2010

Montserrat is a wonderful spot. I have been there 4 times since the volcano. The people are the friendliest I have encountered in the islands and there is just enough to do. Montserrat is for people who want to relax, not for people who want a vacation to be one of nightclubs, casinoes, etc. I especially like the laid back rum shops. Great fun to hang out and talk to the locals.

[notmzbehavin]

09:54 AM on 11/29/2010

Links don't seem to be working.

[KIVPossum]

09:28 AM on 11/29/2010

Jamaica isn't a budget island anymore unless you stay in a 2 x 2 in Catadupa

[nastybastard]

03:04 PM on 11/30/2010

Actually - -you can stay in Negril for a week for around $45 a night.

[valeskas]

08:37 AM on 11/29/2010

Any island would be fine with me. They are all gorgeous.