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The 1774 Officer's Quarters at Fort Shirley, restored based on the original plans still housed at the National Archives at Kew, England!  The fort is now a public park open for all, and the Officer's Quarters can be rented for weddings, receptions, concerts and other events.
A recently restored battery demonstrates how Fort Shirley protected Prince Rupert Bay, the best anchorage on Dominica.  The bay itself has a long history.  In 1493 one of Columbus' ships entered the bay, and by 1535 the Spanish made it station along their official treasure ship route.

Check out the map to see how the fort sits on a volcanic headland, strategically overlooking the bay.  Construction of the fort began in 1765 after France ceded Dominica to the British at the Treaty of Paris.  The French won it back in 1778, only to cede it again five years later at the Treaty of Versailles.  At it's height the fort housed over 600 men, but in 1854 it was finally abandoned as the British and French made up.

Today the fort is a public park open for all to visit.  Pack and lunch and enjoy the view.

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Intercontinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa by IHG

Intercontinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa by IHG

5 out of 5
Bellhall Road Portsmouth
The price is AED 1,321 per night from Mar 10 to Mar 11
AED 1,321
AED 1,585 total
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Cabrits National Park and Fort ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews)
Very beautiful property. The staff went above and beyond to make my stay a memorable one. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. The rooms are well designed and the food at the restaurant was great. There was not a whole lot to do within walking distance. But a lot to see and do on the island via ...

Reviewed on 28 February 2026

Intercontinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa by IHG
Atlantique View Resort & Spa

Atlantique View Resort & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Ansolda Anse du Me St. Andrew
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Anse du Me. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Popular attractions Batibou Beach and Chaudiere Pool are located ...
6.6/10 (36 reviews)
The ocean was beautifully visible. We didn't use the pool. The cleaning service was almost non-existent, they were unable to get the WiFi working for the last two days, and for breakfast they offered us a bowl of fresh fruit, two eggs, toast, and bacon, which they charged us for at the end because ...

Reviewed on 3 March 2026

Atlantique View Resort & Spa
Secret Bay

Secret Bay

4.5 out of 5
Tibay Portsmouth
Book a stay at this luxury lodge in Portsmouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Coconut Beach and Indian River are located ...
Secret Bay
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Picard Beach Cottages

Picard Beach Cottages

2 out of 5
Ross Boulevard Picard Portsmouth
Book a stay at this beach cottage in Portsmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Coconut Beach and Indian River are ...
Picard Beach Cottages
Luxury private beachfront villa with spectacular views

Luxury private beachfront villa with spectacular views

Calibishie -
Stay at this villa in Calibishie. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Hodges Bay Beach and Red Rocks are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
Great stay at one of the nicest locations in Dominica!

Reviewed on 19 February 2026

Luxury private beachfront villa with spectacular views
Sea Cliff Eco-Cottages & Gin Distillery

Sea Cliff Eco-Cottages & Gin Distillery

3 out of 5
Point Dubique Calibishie Saint Andrew Parish
Book a stay at this beach cottage in Calibishie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Hodges Bay Beach and Red Rocks are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Had a wonderful time at the cottage! It was very clean, had wonderful views, and close to everything in the area. Roann was also amazing! Not only did she answer any questions we had but gave us a tour / tasting of the distillery, which we couldn't help but buy a bottle ourselves to have in the evenings ...

Reviewed on 17 November 2025

Sea Cliff Eco-Cottages & Gin Distillery
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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