Bitter End Yacht Club
N Sound Rd, VG1150 Virgin Gorda
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Bitter End Yacht Club is a family-owned island outpost known for its historical charm and is accessible only by sea, attracting travelers and yachting enthusiasts from around the globe for over 50 years. Located on the protected waters of North Sound on the perennially top ranked Caribbean Island of Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands, the quintessential destination is a sailing and watersports mecca, thanks to its near perfect year-round sailing conditions, eternal sunshine, and crystal-blue waters. Known for its casual, communal atmosphere and robust activity programs, Bitter End is a favorite destination for couples, families, and groups, many of whom return year-after-year. Laid low in 2017’s Hurricane Irma, the iconic resort rebounded with a historic reopening in December, 2021. Bitter End's Marina Lofts are the BVI's only over the water bungalows. Cantilevered over the Caribbean Sea, the Marina Lofts are built for those who desire to sleep at the water’s edge. Vintage sail lofts inspire these maritime hideaways, blending seamlessly with their surroundings; lofts are tailor-made for those who are called to the sea. Remaining true to Bitter End’s heritage, the lofts are built with sustainable, organic materials. Interiors are intentionally simple and open to the environment, filled with the sights and sounds of the sea. The two-story, timber-clad lofts offer unparalleled panoramic views of the North Sound from private terraces on both the first and second floors. Tie up your kayak, paddleboard, or whaler right to your private dock before stepping inside your blissful, eco-friendly escape, with each loft enjoying cooling sea breezes thanks to steady trade winds. With the largest marina in the BVI, a world-renowned Club Fleet and watersports program, Bitter End Yacht Club is a haven for boaters and watersports enthusiasts from around the globe. The Quarterdeck Marina boasts 26 slips and 70 mooring balls. In addition to the marina, the Bitter End welcomes guests to a vibrant nautical village. With multiple shops, restaurants, bars, a gourmet market for provisioning and a mile of shoreline, Bitter End Yacht Club is one of the most popular ports of call in the Caribbean.
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Just finished a week long charter in the BVI where we spent two nights on a mooring ball at BEYC. Their hospitality and service are amazing. Wonderful facilities for people on boats including showers, a business centre, lounge and very good wifi. The restaurant menu is a bit limited but they are working on a second one. Lovely beach. This is not to be missed on a trip to the north sound.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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We were visiting Saba Rock and ended up at BEYC for lunch. Everything was so incredibly good. We were looked after exceptionally well by Dorne in the restaurant. Cocktails, food and service could not be faulted. Dorne was friendly, courteous and very accommodating. The facilities are extremely nice and the location is idyllic. Our first visit, hopefully not our last. We will definitely want to return when we’re next in the BVI. Thank you
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Date of stay: May 2022
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Response from Kerri Jaffe, Marketing at Bitter End Yacht Club
Responded 1 week ago
Thanks so much for coming ashore and for all of your wonderful comments-we loved having you! Don't be a stranger now and come back soon, there will be lots of new additions on the horizon! Until then, fair winds, The Bitter End Crew
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Fivestarsalltheway wrote a review Mar 15
Gloucestershire, United Kingdom1170 contributions216 helpful votes
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Came in the afternoon and sat on the beach / swam in the sea. Our friends joined us later on. We sat by the boat and had happy hour cocktails. The second round wasn’t happy hour and was nearly £80 for 6 drinks ( 3 were bottled beer) wow ! Very nice place & atmosphere but very expensive
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Get there for happy hour or your pockets will be empty !
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No trip to Virgin Gorda is complete with out spending a day at the BEYC. It is a destination all it's own and should not be missed. The rebuild after the hurricane is nautically gorgeous, the staff so happy to be back, the grounds so tastefully done and the restaurants and bars are exceptional. There is a history here.......and it shows. The magic lives on. BiBi looked after our every need for our dinner reservations. She could nt have been more attentive and kind. Everyone bent over backwards to look after us. The food was fantastic. Best Anegada lobster ever ! We will be back again and stay much longer ! Thank you BEYC Barb and Dan from Canada
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Date of stay: January 2023
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Response from Kerri Jaffe, Marketing at Bitter End Yacht Club
Responded 1 week ago
Barb & Dan, Thank you so much for coming ashore! Our crew loved having you and appreciate your feedback! There is lots more on the horizon for Bitter End YC, so please keep coming back, we can't wait to see you again soon. Until then, fair winds and following seas, The BEYC Crew
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We stayed at the marina lofts for a week. We tried to stay at BEYC back in 2018 but Irma had come through just months before we were finally going to book our reservation. I don’t have the experience of staying at BEYC then but we had a very nice stay in their 2.0 version. The property is gorgeous and well designed. We stayed in loft 1 and the loft itself is beautiful and comfortable. There is no tv in the room, you can find tvs at the bar and Quarterdeck (when it opens, it was closed for some additions). Check in was a snap, Alisha greeted us and gave us a tour of the property and led us to our room. She took very good care of us and arranged all of our activities/ferry departures/taxis etc. She made sure we stayed busy and had everything we needed. It was truly wonderful, we felt so special and taken care of. The staff were all lovely but the ones who stood out to us were Baccus, Marylyn, Saturn, Lorena and I believe a smiley redhead named Shane who worked the main bar. The provision shop was great, lots of drinks and snacks and the boutique was very well appointed. I ended up buying some jewelry there but they had lots to choose from: tshirts, rashguards, dresses, bags, etc. The only thing I wish they provided with the room (or sold) is a small float with a rope. It’s a little dangerous to swim right outside the room because the dinghy’s and ferry come in and out there all times of the day. It would have been nice (and safer) to just float in that area instead, tied to the ladder outside the room. The pool has also not been built and would have added an extra element to our stay. They have water sports and a volleyball net but I could feel something was definitely missing. We love to lounge by the beach and wade in the pool so it was a bit of a bummer not to have that option. When they do add it, I am SURE that it will always be busy. If they happen to add a swim up bar, I may never leave lol. The marina is also very busy which is truly awesome because what boater doesn’t like seeing everyone’s docking skills? 😜 the ONLY problem with this is that almost every night between 11pm and 1am there was ALWAYS loud noise coming from the docks. Laughing, loud music, screaming, etc. The rooms have no sound barrier of any kind. All of the windows have easy open blinds which makes perfect sense because the breeze coming through is spectacular and only the windows on the sides have a mesh screen. The lower floor has a set of sliding doors with no lower or upper door seals so sound travels into the room. The upstairs where the bedroom is has 2 sets of accordion doors adorned with sets of window blinds and nothing on the outside to block bugs or noise. I can deal with the bugs, the bed has a mosquito net all around but we might as well have been on all those boats drinking and laughing with their guests. I ended up using my noise canceling headphones to fall asleep and would wake up in the middle of the night to take them off past 1-2am. I also forgot to mention that they had turn down service which I LOVED. They would turn down the bed, wipe down the shower and bring us fresh ice and water. I wish I had gotten his name but there was a gentleman that cleaned and turned down our room and he was so sweet and our room always looked amazing. Despite the noise issue we had a truly wonderful time. If we came back however, I would rather stay in a room away from the marina area.…
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Kerri Jaffe, Marketing at Bitter End Yacht Club
Responded Feb 10, 2023
Marissa, On behalf of the entire crew at Bitter End YC, we loved having you and thank you for your wonderful feedback and comments! We realize the Marina Lofts are "in the heart of the marina" and will provide your feedback to our team as an instrument to improve our guest experience. The two Marina Lofts are just the beginning though, on the horizon will be beachside and hillside cottages away from it all, which will give you a wonderful reason to come back to visit us again! Until then...fair winds and following seas, The Bitter End Crew
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We moored off the location and took a dinghy in for dinner. The restaurant served shared plates and pizza. The food was good and the staff friendly. We went in the early evening so I didn’t get a chance to shop and darkness kept us from wandering the property.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip: The docks are high and I found getting out of the dinghy a bit difficult. I did recommend to the...
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Response from Kerri Jaffe, Marketing at Bitter End Yacht Club
Responded 1 week ago
Thanks so much for coming ashore to Bitter End YC! We loved having you and can't wait to see you again when you can wonder, sip, shop, dine and play the day away! Until then, fair winds....The BEYC Crew
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Christian R wrote a review Dec 2022
The bitter end 2.0 has become one of our favorite bars/restaurants in the BVIs. Incredible food and drinks (one of top three painkillers and the numero uno spicy margarita among all the islands). If you want an amazing experience I recommend going to the main bar at sunset and finding Shane, an amazing mixologist with the best conversations and recommendations. Will come back many more times.
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Kerri Jaffe, Marketing at Bitter End Yacht Club
Responded 1 week ago
Thanks so much for your comments! We will pass them on to Shane and the rest of the crew. Looking forward to seeing you back again soon! Fair Winds, The BEYC Crew
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Wonder beach bar in the salvage sailboat was a precious touch. Staff was very friendly. The drinks were hand crafted and amazing. They have done a wonderful job with the rebuilt! Don’t miss this out of this experience! Fun beach games for all ages.
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Kerri Jaffe, Marketing at Bitter End Yacht Club
Responded 1 week ago
Kenan, Thanks so much for coming ashore-we loved having you and can't wait to see you and your crew back at BEYC again soon. Until then...fair winds!
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The Bitter End is back! You can’t find a more stunning location. The hospitality and service are better than ever. The boat bar is lots of fun and the new buildings are lovely. The marina store is upgraded, carrying a nice selection of groceries and adult beverages. Go ashore for a few hours of family fun and water sports, or stay, like we did in one of the new, on-the-water cabins. We look forward to going back when they have the hillside rooms completed.
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Date of stay: April 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip: The one-the-water cabins are an excellent option for a night off your boat in a comfy bed.
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Response from Kerri Jaffe, Marketing at Bitter End Yacht Club
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Robert + Colleen, Thanks so much for being a part of the Bitter End family. We loved having you ashore. We will keep you posted as the beach front and hillside cottages come online and we can't wait to have you back soon! Fair Winds, The BEYC Crew
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Well, this being my first time to the BVI and Virgin Gorda, I was VERY impressed! The Bitter End Yacht Club was exactly what I was hoping it would be! It definitely had the feel of being on an island with lots of laughing and people thoroughly enjoying themselves! It was a bit windy, so not many decided to go sit at the bar at the end of the restaurant. We did, and we had the best service from our bartender. I'm sorry I didn't get her name. She made a great pineapple, jalapeno margarita! I believe it is called the Buoy Room. We ordered the red snapper ceviche and conch fritters. Both were excellent, and the service was fast and friendly. I wish we would've come back during the day, but we were so pleased with the nighttime service! I hope I will be back many more times in my lifetime!…
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Date of stay: April 2022
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Response from Kerri Jaffe, Marketing at Bitter End Yacht Club
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Thank you so much for coming ashore! We loved having you and your crew. Please come back and visit us again soon! Fair Winds, The BEYC Crew
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bitter End Yacht Club
Which popular attractions are close to Bitter End Yacht Club?
Nearby attractions include Savannah Bay (4.8 miles), Saba Rock (0.2 miles), and Virgin Gorda Peak (2.8 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Bitter End Yacht Club?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free breakfast, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at Bitter End Yacht Club?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Bitter End Yacht Club?
Conveniently located restaurants include Hog Heaven, The Restaurant at Leverick Bay, and Saba Rock.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Bitter End Yacht Club?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Bitter End Yacht Club have airport transportation?
Yes, Bitter End Yacht Club offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are there any historical sites close to Bitter End Yacht Club?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Nail Bay Sugar Works (3.7 miles).
Does Bitter End Yacht Club have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the harbor view available here.