InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa Dominica
InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa
Belle Hall Road, Douglas Bay, Portsmouth, Commonwealth of Dominica
www.ihg.com/intercontinental/hotels
HOTEL INFORMATION
Shareholders
Privately owned
Date of Creation
10/1/2019
Hotel General Manager
Pascale Selwan. Pascale began her hospitality career in 1999 in the Reservations Department at Le Bristol Hotel “Luxury Collection” in Beirut, Lebanon. Since then, she grew through the ranks, gaining valuable experience and expanded her competencies in different five-star properties across the country. She has a strong background and expertise in Operations as well as in Sales and Marketing. Pascale was instrumental in facilitating the brand transition from Kempinski to IHG.
Hotel Positioning
5-star luxury resort, IHG Hotels & Resorts
Development Strategy
InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa is a five-star luxury resort in Dominica. The island is one of the Caribbean’s most unexplored destinations. The resort is built to attract the distinctive traveler that likes adventurous journeys as well as those that are seeking relaxation and privacy.
InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa
History & Story
Surrounded by Cabrits National Park, the unobtrusive design of this peaceful, five-star luxury resort in Dominica preserves the natural beauty and ecosystem of this stunning, unexplored volcanic island. The 131-room resort, with its panoramic views of the Caribbean sea, invites guests to indulge in luxury with amenities such as the Cabrits Spa & Wellness Center, international cuisine at four restaurants and bars, and a well-equipped fitness center. It also has two floodlit tennis courts, four swimming pools and meeting space for executive retreats and intimate weddings. The resort is on the doorstep to the island’s 365 rivers, countless waterfalls, and natural hot springs, and is committed to protecting the authenticity of this pristine eco-tourism paradise.
Date Renewal
Last renovation date: July 1, 2023. Brand changed from Kempinski to IHG Hotels & Resorts
Date added extensions
N/A
Main Strengths, Special Touch
Undiscovered destination, first 5-star luxury resort on the island, eco-friendly with solar panels on each building. Array of accommodations from suites with private outdoor tubs to the Presidential Villa with butler service. The Cabrits Spa & Wellness Center is surrounded by rainforests and offers indoor/outdoor wellness experiences inspired by the local culture.
Location
The resort is nestled within Cabrits National Park and the adjoining Prince Rupert Bay. The closest cities are Portsmouth and Picard.
Key sites/activities in the area
Hiking, horseback riding, water sports, sailing, diving, swimming. Cabrits National Park, Fort Shirley, Prince Rupert Bay, Hot Springs, Sulpha Lake, Red Rock, Trafalgar Falls, Batibou Beach, Syndicate Park, Emerald Pool. Kalinago Territory
Fun Facts
Cabrits means “goat” in the original Kalinago language.
Children’s Corner
Our Caribbean Pirates Kid’s Club includes a covered sand play area, indoor and outdoor playing areas, bicycles and a game room. The Kids Club welcomes children between the ages of 4 and 12 and is open Tuesday-Sunday from 10:00am -1:00pm and 2:00pm – 5:00pm.
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
• Number of suites: 51
Ocean View Suites One Bed: 18 (Size: 66 sqm)
Ocean View Suites with Outdoor Tub One Bed: 11 (Size: 80 sqm)
Mountain View Suites with Private Pool: 4 (Size: 66 sqm)
Deluxe Ocean View Suite One Bed: 5 (Size: 80 sqm)
One Bedroom Mountain View Suite One Bed: 8 (Size: 66 sqm)
Grand Deluxe Ocean View with Living Dining Room One Bed: 1 (Size:112 sqm)
Emerald Pool Suite One Bed: 1 (Size:168 sqm)
Duplex Ocean View One Bed with Private Pool: 1(Size:112 sqm)
Cabrits Penthouse Ocean View 2 Beds: 1 (Size:168 sqm)
Kalinago Villa (Presidential Suite) with Two Rooms, One Bed Each: 1 (Size: 426 sqm)
• Number of Luxury rooms: 80
Ocean View Premium Room: 25
– One King Bed: 11 (Size: 56 sqm)
– Two Beds: 12 (Size: 56 sqm) – Twin Size
– Accessible Rooms One Bed: 2
Mountain View Premium Room: 39
– One King Bed: 31(Size: 56 sqm)
– Two Beds: 8 (Size: 56 sqm)
Mountain View Room with Pool Access: 16
– One King Bed: 11(Size: 56 sqm)
– Two Beds: 5 (Size: 56 sqm) – Twin Size
• Number of rooms, (keys) in all: 131
All feature: Flat-screen TV, Free Wi-Fi, In-room coffee and/or tea facilities, Nespresso machine, Safe, Terrace, Exclusive Bath Amenities, Hair Dryer, Minibar, Bathtub and Separate Shower, Climate Control
Restaurants & Bars
• Cabrits Market: Signature restaurant highlighting International cuisine
• Kweyol Restaurant & Bar: Poolside restaurant featuring Creole-inspired sea-to-table fare
• Bonsai Restaurant: Modern restaurant with Caribbean fusion cuisine
• Rumfire Bar: Specialty Bar featuring eclectic tapas and rum-based cocktails
Wellness
• Cabrits Spa & Wellness Center – 5 single massage treatment rooms, 2 couple treatment rooms. Tropical outdoor showers, Indoor and outdoor relaxation pavilion, Finnish, glass-front sauna and mud pit for mud massage
• Fitness Center
• 4 outdoor swimming pools
Corporate & Celebration Events
• Trafalgar Ballroom – Max capacity: 160 PAX
• Titou Gorge – Max Capacity: 80 PAX
• Emerald Boardroom – Max Capacity: 8 PAX
Extra Notable Features
• Diving
• Snorkeling
• Local rum tasting
Hotel and restaurant Awards
N/A
Number of employees
120