Our History The tale of Sutton Place Hotel dates back to the nineteenth century when it was
first built as a residence for one of Dominica’s local families. It was later sold to the Harris
family, also Dominican, who later converted their home into a guesthouse as far back as the
1960s. In fact, many locals fondly remember Sutton Guesthouse and “Mother Harris”,
Sutton’s matriarch and caretaker. In 1979, Hurricane David wreaked unbearable devastation
upon the island and the guesthouse was destroyed.
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Today, built upon the remains of the original structure, Sutton Place Hotel was rebuilt in
traditional Caribbean style, and the Harris family continues the Sutton near-century old
tradition – comfortable elegance with warm Dominican hospitality.