Travel and Tourism

Accommodation In Trinidad

be guided by budget or purpose; the choices are many

Whether you’re here on a business mission, for an eco retreat, Carnival festivities, or simply for sun and sand, you’ll find the kind of accommodation that meets both your needs and budget.

The island’s two biggest hotels, located in the capital of Port of Spain, are part of major chains and offer the amenities you would expect from luxury hotels. Conference services, all-inclusive packages, gym facilities and the like are not limited to the big chain hotels, though. If you’re looking for these offerings on a smaller scale, a few other hotels do provide them.

Guest houses and host homes are reasonable alternatives if you’d prefer a more homey atmosphere than what hotels have to offer. While guest houses usually exist independently of private residences and have more than one or two rooms available for guests, host homes are owner-occupied houses where visitors are invited to share in the home and lifestyle of the family.

Many of these are located in and around Port of Spain. Guest house-type lodging is also the option you’re most likely to come across if you’re interested in going to the more remote areas of the island which you may want to visit for secluded bays and rainforest treks.

When making your lodging bookings, make sure you find out if the price quoted is inclusive of taxes. Depending on the establishment, this information, along with the method of payment acceptable, may vary. So it’s important to double-check in advance. Read on for an idea of some of the places you may want to check into.

TDC Approved TTBS Standard Accommodation List In Trinidad & Tobago

This list of inspected and approved hotels, self-catering apartments, guesthouses, villas, and bed & breakfast establishments is provided each year by the Tourism Development Company (TDC). All properties listed here have been audited by the Trinidad and Tobago Bureau of Standards (TTBS) in accordance with the Trinidad and Tobago Tourism Industry Certification Programme (TTTIC) having met the Trinidad and Tobago Standard Requirements for Tourist Accommodation. The TDC wishes to advise that it has taken every reasonable precaution to ascertain that all properties (hotels, guesthouses, bed and breakfasts and self-catering facilities) which are included in this list provide services in accordance with reputable practices.

  • Trinidad & Tobago Accommodation Guide By Official Travel And Tourism Site: http://www.gotrinidadandtobago.com/travel-information/accommodations/
  • Trinidad Hotels, Restaurants & Tourism Association (THRTA)

    The Trinidad Hotels, Restaurants & Tourism Association (THRTA) was formed to be the main private sector representational body for the industry performing a pivotal role between the policy makers (government), policy implementers TIDCO and the private sector. THRTA provides its members with services and benefits in the areas of product marketing, education, training and information dissemination. To serve the interest of our members by influencing governmental policies, and addressing environmental issues as they relate to our industry and technology. THRTA is also is a members based approved accommodation providers, Hotels,Guest Houses, B&B, Villas, resorts & eco-retreats, restaurants, Airlines, Car Rentals, Industry Suppliers, Restaurants, Taxi Services, Tour Operators, Travel Agents and all of the other service providers to the Trinidad tourism industry. THRTA Association Members are:

    • Trinidad & Tobago Tour Operators Association
      Address: #2 Himorne Court, Hibiscus Drive, Petit Valley, Petit Valley, North-West Trinidad
      Tel: +1 868 633-4733,633-1403
      Fax +1 868 633-1771
    • Trinidad & Tobago Tourist Transport Service Association

      They have a membership of approximately 225 driver/guides who are trained in basic tour guiding skills, defensive driving and First Aid with C.P.R. As required by Law, drivers have Tour Guide Licenses that are obtained from the Magistrate Court. Provide services: Airport transfers throughout Trinidad, Customized tours by sedan taxis, small and large buses can be arranged. Group transfers for conferences, seminars, meetings and weddings.., Organize a package to our sister isle of Tobago for one day inclusive of air or sea tickets, transport and tours. Also for those persons wishing to overnight arrangements can be made. Association also has Public Liability Insurance Coverage.

      Trinidad & Tobago Tourist Transport Service Association
      Address: Cruise Ship Complex, Dock Road, Port of Spain.
      Tel: 868-623-4419 (between 7.00am & 3.00pm daily)
      Fax: 1-868-624-5016

    • Yacht Services Association of Trinidad & Tobago (YSATT)

    Trinidad Hotels, Restaurants & Tourism Association (THRTA) website: http://www.tnthotels.com/

  • Ins & Outs - Trinidad & Tobago Tourism Publications and Guide
    Available at: Hotels, Guest Houses, Restaurants, Business Organisations, Band Houses.
    Caribbean Tourism Publications Ltd
    9 Humphrey Street, The Film Centre, St. James, Trinidad W.I.
    Tel: 1-(868)-622-0738/9,
    Fax: 1-(868)-622-0426,
    Email: i...@insandoutstt.com
    Websites: http://www.insandoutstt.com/
    T & T Destination Handbook, Festivals Guide, Recipe Book also avilable at: Go Trinidad and Tobago
  • Trinidad & Tobago In Brief - Essentials To Keep In Mind

Tips for the Visitor

  • We speak English in Trinidad & Tobago (even not everybody might understand it ...) (No hablo español)
  • Major credit cards like VISA, Mastercard and American Express are widely accepted
  • The US Dollar is mostly accepted, the Euro not yet
  • Be aware of possible conmen at ABMs (ATMs)
  • Do not enter private cars for taxi rides (PH-cars), a taxi license plate always start with the letter 'H'
  • Leave your valuables in the hotel or at home
  • Tab water is usually drinkable, bottled water is available everywhere
  • When at Maracas Beach a 'Bake & Shark' is a must. Try a 'Roti' when in Trinidad, and watch the locals eating 'Doubles' for breakfast (or try it yourself).
  • Best travel time is around December until the end of May when the rainy season starts
  • Temperatures are pretty much the same during the year (24-33), with cooler evenings in November and hot and dry days in April
  • Stay away from drugs! Hefty fines and possible imprisonment is certain
  • Tobago is the more laid back holiday destination, while Trinidad is the business and industry hub of the Caribbean
  • Work hard, party hard is for many people the motto in Trinidad. This is excellent party ground!
  • Trinidad is not the typical Caribbean island, it is much more like South America as it was once part of it
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