Fort Burt
Fort Burt
3.2
About
The most intact historic ruin on Tortola was built by the Dutch in the early 17th century to safeguard Road Harbour. It sits on a hill at the western edge of Road Town and is now the site of a small hotel and restaurant. The foundations and magazine remain, and the structure offers a commanding view of the harbor. COST: Free. Daily dawn-dusk.
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Vyvienne C
Stevenage, UK116 contributions
Jan 2014 • Friends
Fort Burt once guarded the mouth of Road Harbour. ( I have to guard my own mouth!) It was constructed by the Dutch, and later rebuilt by the English,, who annexed the islands in1672. Only the foundations remain now.
Written June 18, 2014
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722carina
Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts2 contributions
Apr 2016 • Couples
The hotel could be lovely. It is terraced into a steep hill with a beautiful view of the ocean and marina across the street. Our room was very plain, but it had all the basics. Don't expect luxury. There were some sand fleas which attacked my ankles. I learned quickly to keep my shoes on, and purchased some Off bug spray. The ladies who run the hotel are very sweet. I actually left my handbag out overnight, and when I asked if anyone had seen it, not only did they give it to me, but all the cash was still in it! The food is incredibly expensive, we had no coffee maker in room. It was $5 for a small pot of really bad coffee.
Written April 20, 2016
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Joe T
Las Vegas, NV103 contributions
May 2014 • Solo
At this point it's just the foundation and a few plaques and a cannon or two. If you are really into history its worth a walk but other than that its skipable.
Written April 23, 2015
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incahueca
Geneva, Switzerland365 contributions
Nov 2013 • Friends
Do not expect any fort like in Funchal or in St-Martin or in Antigua as the fort became a restaurant with just 2 benches and this nice view over the road. But it is not worth to walk 2 kms or to take a bus from Tortola center to get to it, really not!
Written January 2, 2014
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SebLyle
London, UK8 contributions
Feb 2013 • Couples
We stayed one night here before getting on a charter at Conch Charters. This is a VERY basic hotel, which appears to have been little updated since the 1970s. It is cheap, not particularly clean but does tick the basic box for a low cost night.
Please do temper expectations as not plush at all.
Please do temper expectations as not plush at all.
Written March 5, 2013
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parlez
Beaufort, SC73 contributions
Oct 2011
We enjoyed drinks and appetizers on the patio overlooking the harbor one evening our our recent visit to Tortola. I think our next visit will include dinner as it looked very nice there.
Written November 10, 2011
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Kin Yip
Coram, NY132 contributions
Dec 2023 • Solo
It provides an OK view of Road Town around the harbour.
But otherwise, the cannon is really nothing spectacular.
But otherwise, the cannon is really nothing spectacular.
Written January 12, 2024
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Frank B
Wexford, Ireland69 contributions
Jun 2019
The BVI's are in "OK" condition, even after almost two years since storms. This property is making some progress but there is much damage and wear noted. They seem interested in getting back to a 4 star status but it's taking way too long.I'm not sure if capital is needed or competent services to accomplish restoration.
Written June 27, 2019
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Ocean Bob
Ocean Shores, WA14 contributions
Apr 2018
Bareboat or with a captain--great day sailing with a different harbor on a different island each night. Excellent snorkeling and incredible star gazing at night. Cook on board or dine at local restaurants, or both...
Check ahead of time as some shore facilities are still closed for hurricane damage repairs (they really got clobbered!)
Check ahead of time as some shore facilities are still closed for hurricane damage repairs (they really got clobbered!)
Written June 21, 2018
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Glenn D
Citrus Heights, CA48 contributions
May 2017 • Family
Bad staff for one, electrical nightmare for two, and tried to charge me more then the reservation amount quoted. Never will i waste my time with hotel again
Written May 6, 2017
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