A tranquil haven on Seven Mile Beach (actually 5.5 miles long), the Westin attracts discriminating guests seeking lots of beach room to enjoy the sun, uncrowded access to the warm Caribbean, exceptional dining, and the pampering of a Euro-style health spa.

What to expect: This compact Marriott resort attracts couples and families looking for a relaxing holiday centered on the beach and water activities. Decorated in warm, island-inspired hues, the resort blends neatly with its environment. Nature lovers will enjoy the native sea life especially the nearby Cayman Turtle Farm and health-conscious patrons will appreciate the resort's smoke-free policy.
Amenity highlights: Situated along Grand Cayman's famed Seven Mile Beach, this Marriott resort offers a snorkeling reef 50 yards off shore. A watersports center rents snorkeling gear, personal watercraft, and arranges fishing trips, scuba-diving lessons, and other excursions (surcharges). Tropical gardens surround a freeform oceanfront pool and large spa tub.

La Mer Spa provides body wraps and scrubs, hair braiding, couples massage, and other services (surcharges).

Insider tip: Nearby Rum Point is a 35-minute trip across North Sound and site of a tranquil beach and lively weekend entertainment. The ferry to Rum Point leaves from a dock located one mile from the resort (surcharge).

• Treasure Island Condominiums is located on the south end of Seven Mile Beach and is two miles from The Links at Safehaven.
• Two- and three-bedroom condos are outfitted with fully equipped kitchens, balconies with ocean or pool views, and cable TV.
• On-site amenities include beach access, a snorkeling reef, three outdoor pools, and a restaurant with poolside bar.

Couples and families come here for easy beach access, the casual ambience, and cooking facilities in their studios and suites.

An open-air lobby with rattan seating, ceiling fans, and plants in pots sets the casual tone found throughout the resort, which attracts singles and couples seeking informal holidays on the beach.

• This oceanfront resort is located on Grand Cayman's northern coast. Seven Mile Beach is 4.5 miles away.
• Guestrooms feature ocean views. Decor includes rattan furnishings, and colorful bed and window fabrics.
• There is a 120-foot dock extending into the Caribbean, an on-site dive center, spa tub, and outdoor pool.