Weather in Mustique

Mustique is the private-island fantasy made real — a tiny Grenadine island long favoured by royals and rock stars, where villas are scattered discreetly among hills and the only real town is Lovell Village's handful of shops and bars. There's no high-rise anything; the appeal is total seclusion, empty beaches like Macaroni, and the kind of quiet that comes from an island with a few hundred residents and an even smaller number of visitors at any time.

Best areas to stay in Mustique

Lovell Village

The island's tiny commercial centre, with a few shops, a small medical centre, and Basil's Bar on the waterfront.

Macaroni Beach

A long, windswept Atlantic-facing beach considered one of the most beautiful in the Grenadines.

Britannia Bay

The calm anchorage on the leeward side, home to Basil's Bar and the main yacht moorings.

Endeavour Bay

A quiet beach near several of the island's most secluded villas, good for an undisturbed swim.

Getting to Mustique

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Flights

Fly via Barbados (BGI) and take a short charter flight to Mustique's airstrip; villa rentals often arrange transfers directly.

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From London

~9-10 hours from London via Barbados, plus a short charter flight.

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Getting around

Golf carts are the standard transport for getting between villas, the beaches, and Lovell Village.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Mustique?

December to April is the dry season and the island's busiest period, though 'busy' on Mustique still means very few people.

How do I get to Mustique?

Small aircraft connect Mustique's airstrip with Barbados and St Vincent; most visitors arrive via a short charter flight after an international connection.

Can non-villa-renters visit Mustique?

Day visitors arriving by yacht or charter can explore the beaches and Lovell Village, but most accommodation is in private villas rather than hotels.

What is Basil's Bar?

A famous over-water bar on Britannia Bay that has hosted royalty and celebrities for decades, and remains the social hub of the island.

Is Mustique expensive?

Yes — villa rentals and the island's exclusivity make it one of the priciest Grenadine destinations, though day trips by boat are more accessible.

Traveler reviews

★★★★★

Booked a villa for a milestone birthday and the privacy was extraordinary, Macaroni Beach felt completely untouched. Basil's Bar for sundowners was the perfect contrast.

Henrietta C. · February 2024

★★★★★

Came in by yacht for the day from Bequia and it was a lovely, low-key glimpse of the island even without staying. Beautiful beaches and very peaceful.

Robert E. · January 2023

★★★★☆

Definitely a splurge, but the seclusion was exactly what we wanted after a busy year. Golf cart exploring was a fun way to see the island's hidden coves.

Suki A. · March 2024