Judith Baker stays at the Coulibri Ridge Eco Resort in Dominica.
A stunning eco resort which is completely off-grid, Coulibri Ridge was constructed after 20 years of careful planning. Opened in 2022 it is now one of Dominica’s most innovative and beautiful properties proving increasingly popular with conscious travellers. Elegant and stylish it combines contemporary design with Caribbean verve, the latest technology and a closeness to nature.
Coulibri Ridge is found on a cliff edge in the far south of Dominica, close to Soufriere and surrounded by sulphur springs on one side and the ocean on the other. The brainchild of Canadian Daniel Langlois it is groundbreaking in design and operates using only solar and wind power, utilising the islands natural assets while retaining luxury and elegance.
The resort generates all of its electrical needs through solar and other sustainable energy technologies on site.
Sustainable luxury
Interiors are neutral and materials used for floors, ceilings, doors, and furniture, are from renewable sources, or are fully recyclable. The breath-taking resort has 14 suites consisting of 1000 square foot sky penthouses with rainwater plunge pools, 950 square foot Morne Fou lofts and 650 square foot sea view studios. There are two swimming pools which use copper ion technology for purification and two excellent restaurants.
Hotel Rooms
The spacious high-ceilinged rooms have huge windows with views out to sea or the Sulphur Springs valley, outdoor shower or shimmering private plunge pool. Terraces have loungers or swinging chairs from which you can enjoy birdwatching or simply soaking up the Caribbean sunshine. Interiors feature wall art depicting hummingbirds (coulibri means hummingbird in Creole) a spacious living room area with sofa and ottoman.
A modern stylish kitchen area has an island and sitting stools, coffee maker, microwave and fridge. In case you are still peckish after dining in Coulibri’s superb restaurants, jars of daily snacks – nuts, fruit, cookies and sweet treats are provided.
Bedrooms have air-conditioning, King-size beds, en suite bathrooms with shower and locally made toiletries.
Dining
Breakfast and lunch are served in the bright informal Mesa restaurant with lots of fresh tropical fruits and the option to try local Caribbean specialities. Later you can enjoy a cocktail and gourmet dining beneath the stars at rooftop Riva overlooking an infinity pool. Chef Damien Mason creates original dishes using produce grown on site or from local suppliers and farms. Coulibri Ridge grows a wide variety of organic produce on-site, including bananas, mangoes, avocados and cacao and a variety of vegetables with an emphasis on farm-to-table dining to highlight Dominica’s variety and support the resort’s sustainable, off-grid operations. Vegans and vegetarians are well catered for.
Facilities
An outdoor yoga pavilion and spa provide airy tropical spaces where guests can engage with nature in a serene setting. Treatments at the spa include massages, scrubs, and facials, and feature locally made products using island ingredients. Walking around the property is an adventure in itself. Steep stone steps which were hand carved by local workmen using traditional methods connect the six main buildings. Rainwater, collected through the unique roof design, undergoes a purification process and is used throughout the resort.
Clean and contemporary in design, the resort blends perfectly into the surrounding scenery with its sulphur waterfalls, mountain and sea. There are 200 acres of lush wilderness, mature tropical gardens and fields, an orchard, a farm and 18th century estate ruins to explore.
Must do:
Go whale watching at Scott’s Head – Dominica is the only country in the world where sperm whales live all year round.
Hire e-bikes from the resort to explore the local rainforest. Plunge into thermal waters at Wooton Waven hot springs.
Hikers can access trails in Morne Trois Pitons National Park, waterfalls (like Middleham Falls), and the Waitukubuli Trail, the longest hiking route in the Caribbean. With 14 segments it gives an up-close experience of Dominica’s incredible biodiversity.
Water sports including kayaking, diving, and fishing are on offer in Soufriere Bay where you can also visit lovely Champagne beach.
Explore the village of Soufriere and nearby Roseau for culture and a glimpse of local life. Try canyoning, abseiling or waterfall rappelling in the beautiful waterfalls, rivers and lakes
Waterfall image (C) Scott Sporleder
Tell Me More About Coulibri Ridge Resort
Coulibri Ridge Resort PO Box 231, Roseau, Dominica
T: 1 767 255 9200
Seaview Studio – US $755.00
Morene Fou Loft – US $950.00
Sky Penthouse with Exterior Shower – US $1,100.00
Sky Penthouse with Private Pool – US $1,200.00
For further information on Dominica please go to Discover Dominica
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