11 Private Island Resorts Accessible to the Public

Dreaming of your own island without needing billionaire connections? This list gathers 11 private-island resorts that regular travelers can actually book. Some of these properties occupy entire islands with villas you can reserve; others are small islands hosting a single resort. What ties them together is practical accessibility: each entry includes how to get there (boat, seaplane, helicopter, or short domestic flight), what kinds of stays they offer, and planning tips for timing and bookings.

1. Jumby Bay Island — Antigua’s private-island classic

Jumby Bay Island is one of the Caribbean’s most recognizable private-island resorts and a practical choice for visitors flying into Antigua. Operated by a well-known luxury hotel group, the resort occupies its own island and is reachable by a short boat transfer from the main island’s airport marina. Transfer time is typically under 15 minutes once you arrive in Antigua, which keeps travel simple and minimizes time spent changing planes or catching multiple connections.