8 best overwater bungalows in the Caribbean

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Sandals Royal Caribbean - Montego Bay, Jamaica: This adults-only resort features luxurious overwater bungalows with private infinity pools

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El Dorado Maroma - Riviera Maya, Mexico: Located in Mexico's Riviera Maya, these palafitos (overwater bungalows) offer stunning views

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Riviera Maya, Mexico: This luxury resort offers elegant overwater lagoon suites with plunge pools, private terraces, and direct lagoon access.

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Malolo Island, Fiji: Although not in the Caribbean, Likuliku offers some of the world's most beautiful overwater bungalows.

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Whitehouse, Jamaica: Set along a pristine beach, this resort offers overwater bungalows with soaking tubs, overwater hammocks

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Riviera Maya, Mexico: Located in the Akumal region, these adults-only overwater bungalows feature stunning views, glass floors

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Bora Bora, French Polynesia: Though not in the Caribbean, the St. Regis in Bora Bora is famous for its iconic overwater bungalows with large outdoor decks

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Bocas del Toro, Panama: This eco-friendly lodge in Panama offers rustic-chic overwater bungalows with thatched roofs, sea views

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