We have always believed there is something undeniably special about Oil Nut Bay. Now, Rolling Stone has made it official.
Oil Nut Bay has been named Coolest Luxury Resort in Rolling Stone’s 2026 Travel Awards—an honor that celebrates the effortless style, extraordinary setting and one-of-a-kind experiences that make our corner of the British Virgin Islands unlike anywhere else.
Though Rolling Stone describes the BVI as the “Billionaires’ Playground,” they point out that experiencing it may be more attainable than many travelers expect. Experiencing our private villas with infinity pools, overwater Spa, sweeping Atlantic views, your own golf cart for exploring the community along with the option to add everything from a personal butler to a private in-villa dining experience, has guest living life to the fullest.
Of course, Oil Nut Bay is about much more than a list of amenities. It is the feeling of arriving by boat or helicopter and seeing the island come into view. It is waking up slowly, stepping outside and realizing the ocean is the first thing you see. It is hopping into your golf cart with nowhere you absolutely have to be and spending the day moving between the beach, the pool, lunch and whatever catches your attention along the way.
Some days are filled with adventure. Others are wonderfully uneventful. You might head out on the water, enjoy a long lunch by the beach or book a private dinner at your villa. Or you might simply stay by the pool, order another drink and decide that tomorrow is a better day for plans.
That balance is a big part of what makes Oil Nut Bay so special. It is elevated without feeling overly formal, private without feeling removed and luxurious in a way that still feels easy. Everything is beautifully considered, but the experience is always yours to shape.
We are incredibly proud to receive this recognition from Rolling Stone, and even more grateful to the dedicated Oil Nut Bay team and the guests, homeowners and community members who bring this remarkable place to life.
Coolest Luxury Resort has a nice ring to it. We look forward to showing you why.
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