Built to be energy-efficient, Coulibri Ridge is proof that sustainability and luxury dont need to be mutually exclusive.
Buildings
Accommodation is arranged across five three-story units, each with a mix of room types.
Every building has its own power-generating mini grid as well as a rainwater-harvesting system.
Coulibri Ridge’s 285-acre site, which was once a citrus farm, is supremely practical: the southern exposure optimizes solar-energy generation, and near-constant breezes keep wind turbines running. Being oceanview rather than oceanfront means the hotel is less vulnerable to storms.Credit:Courtesy of Coulibri Ridge
Solar PanelsThe resorts 255 solar panels produce 85 kilowatts per hourmore than enough for its daily needs.
Excess power is banked in 288 recyclable batteries.
Being oceanview rather than oceanfront means the hotel is less vulnerable to storms.
The villa pool at Coulibri Ridge in Dominica.Courtesy of Coulibri Ridge
Rooms
Suites are spacious and designed for longer stays.
Since its not chlorinated, the water is less irritating to eyes and skin, too.
Water
The property doesnt have a natural water source, so rain harvesting is key.
The pool at Coulibri Ridge, a sustainable eco-resort located in Petit Coulibri, Dominica.Courtesy of Coulibri Ridge
Rather than import ingredients, Coulibri only serves food sourced from the island at its two dining venues.
Staff
The resorts efforts go beyond environmental considerations and factor in the community, too.
Poolside seating at Coulibri Ridge.Courtesy of Coulibri Ridge
