The smallest and least expensive of the three Sandals Resorts on St. Lucia, Halcyon is also quieter and more intimate. The 169-room all-inclusive resort features low-rise French-Caribbean style buildings with exposed stone walls and white shuttered windows. The rooms are not huge, but they are stylish, cozy nests for honeymooners and couples. The lushly landscaped grounds offer plenty of opportunity for wandering and lounging in oversized daybeds, on swinging benches, in oceanfront whirlpools, and on sofas set around fire pits overlooking the Caribbean.
The smallest and least expensive of the three Sandals Resorts on St. Lucia, Halcyon is also quieter and more intimate. The 169-room all-inclusive resort features low-rise French-Caribbean style buildings with exposed stone walls and white shuttered windows. The rooms are not huge, but they are stylish, cozy nests for honeymooners and couples. The lushly landscaped grounds offer plenty of opportunity for wandering and lounging in oversized daybeds, on swinging benches, in oceanfront whirlpools, and on sofas set around fire pits overlooking the Caribbean.
This quiet, 30-room mid-range property, which only allows children ages 12 and up, has a simple colonial design and a location along Rodney Bay Marina -- a five-minute walk from touristy Reduit Beach. There's not much else to the grounds other than pretty gardens, an outdoor pool, and deck space facing the waterfront. Cheerful, albeit slightly dated, suites come with private balconies, while kitchenettes have mini-fridges and coffeemakers. The all-day restaurant serves a la carte fare, and it's a short walk to more dining options, bars, and two shopping malls. Staff can arrange diving excursions and fitness classes. Families with little ones may want to consider nearby blu St Lucia.
This quiet, 30-room mid-range property, which only allows children ages 12 and up, has a simple colonial design and a location along Rodney Bay Marina -- a five-minute walk from touristy Reduit Beach. There's not much else to the grounds other than pretty gardens, an outdoor pool, and deck space facing the waterfront. Cheerful, albeit slightly dated, suites come with private balconies, while kitchenettes have mini-fridges and coffeemakers. The all-day restaurant serves a la carte fare, and it's a short walk to more dining options, bars, and two shopping malls. Staff can arrange diving excursions and fitness classes. Families with little ones may want to consider nearby blu St Lucia.
Opened in December 2007 as St. Lucia's first private residential yacht community, The Landings is one of the island's most luxurious boutique resorts. Upon entry, it’s obvious that the developer spared no expense in the construction of the pavilion lobby, which boasts towering ceilings, polished marble floors, and a carefully curated decor that’s understated and elegant. Most of the owners of the development’s 72 residences choose to place them in the rental program. The spacious one-, two-, and three-bedroom villas cater to families and traveling couples, offering a homey atmosphere that is quieter and more personal than nearby mega-resorts -- just don't expect a huge list of activities.
Opened in December 2007 as St. Lucia's first private residential yacht community, The Landings is one of the island's most luxurious boutique resorts. Upon entry, it’s obvious that the developer spared no expense in the construction of the pavilion lobby, which boasts towering ceilings, polished marble floors, and a carefully curated decor that’s understated and elegant. Most of the owners of the development’s 72 residences choose to place them in the rental program. The spacious one-, two-, and three-bedroom villas cater to families and traveling couples, offering a homey atmosphere that is quieter and more personal than nearby mega-resorts -- just don't expect a huge list of activities.
Hideaway at Royalton Saint Lucia is an adult-only, four-and-a-half-pearl property located in a secluded cove outside Rodney Bay. The resort’s 166 rooms are sleek and contemporary, featuring glamorous open-concept bathrooms, private balconies, and cozy sitting areas. Guests have access to all the features at the massive Royalton Saint Lucia, which includes eight restaurants, a swanky spa, and several pools, along with a private, adult-only infinity pool, a la carte restaurant, and stretch of beach. On the downside, the property is quite a drive from the island’s top attractions and guests keen on an adult-only experience may not appreciate that much of the property is shared with an all-ages resort. Ladera Resort offers an alternative for guests looking for an exclusively adult-only resort closer to St. Lucia’s famous Pitons.
Hideaway at Royalton Saint Lucia is an adult-only, four-and-a-half-pearl property located in a secluded cove outside Rodney Bay. The resort’s 166 rooms are sleek and contemporary, featuring glamorous open-concept bathrooms, private balconies, and cozy sitting areas. Guests have access to all the features at the massive Royalton Saint Lucia, which includes eight restaurants, a swanky spa, and several pools, along with a private, adult-only infinity pool, a la carte restaurant, and stretch of beach. On the downside, the property is quite a drive from the island’s top attractions and guests keen on an adult-only experience may not appreciate that much of the property is shared with an all-ages resort. Ladera Resort offers an alternative for guests looking for an exclusively adult-only resort closer to St. Lucia’s famous Pitons.
Calabash Cove Resort and Spa is a four-pearl resort located on Bonaire Bay. Its 26 rooms are divided into three categories, each of which offers polished, modern decor and distinctive in-room features like swim-up pool access. Most of Calabash’s impressive on-site amenities -- including an infinity pool and a superb restaurant -- are designed to take full advantage of the property’s dramatic sea views. These features entice many guests to spend most of their time on the property, especially on the Calabash's gorgeous beach, but the resort’s isolated location means those who want to get away will need to rely on pricey taxis or rental cars. Anse Chastanet Resort in Soufriere is an excellent alternative for travelers who prefer to stay closer to the island’s main attractions.
Calabash Cove Resort and Spa is a four-pearl resort located on Bonaire Bay. Its 26 rooms are divided into three categories, each of which offers polished, modern decor and distinctive in-room features like swim-up pool access. Most of Calabash’s impressive on-site amenities -- including an infinity pool and a superb restaurant -- are designed to take full advantage of the property’s dramatic sea views. These features entice many guests to spend most of their time on the property, especially on the Calabash's gorgeous beach, but the resort’s isolated location means those who want to get away will need to rely on pricey taxis or rental cars. Anse Chastanet Resort in Soufriere is an excellent alternative for travelers who prefer to stay closer to the island’s main attractions.
Ladera Resort is an adults-only, luxury hotel set on a forested ridge overlooking the Pitons. With private plunge pools and lots of local furniture, the resort’s 37 rooms, which are completely open to the elements on one side, make a bold impression. The rustic, chic decor found throughout the rooms and common areas connects guests to nature without skimping on style -- although the open-air spaces and lack of TVs won’t be to everyone’s taste. Features include a wonderful restaurant and a clifftop pool, both with great views, plus a spa with outdoor mineral pools. There’s no beach on the property, but the resort provides free shuttle service to nearby Sugar Beach. Travelers may also want to consider the more expensive Jade Mountain Resort, right on the beach.
Ladera Resort is an adults-only, luxury hotel set on a forested ridge overlooking the Pitons. With private plunge pools and lots of local furniture, the resort’s 37 rooms, which are completely open to the elements on one side, make a bold impression. The rustic, chic decor found throughout the rooms and common areas connects guests to nature without skimping on style -- although the open-air spaces and lack of TVs won’t be to everyone’s taste. Features include a wonderful restaurant and a clifftop pool, both with great views, plus a spa with outdoor mineral pools. There’s no beach on the property, but the resort provides free shuttle service to nearby Sugar Beach. Travelers may also want to consider the more expensive Jade Mountain Resort, right on the beach.
Fond Doux Plantation & Resort is a tranquil, three-pearl property located on an active cocoa plantation dating back to the 18th century, but it isn't located on the beach, and the setting is a bit remote. Its 15 guest rooms are housed in quaint Creole cottages, set amid dense tropical greenery, and some have private plunge pools and open-air rainfall showers. All have mini-fridges, coffeemakers, kettles, and free Wi-Fi, but there's no AC or TVs. Highlight features include two restaurants with open-air dining, a picturesque (but small) pool, and a spa. As you might expect for a property so integrated with its natural surroundings, some of the rooms and facilities are a bit rough around the edges. It’s perfect for adventurous travelers, but not a good fit for those after sleek, modern accommodations. Travelers seeking a more typical resort experience might prefer Coconut Bay Beach & Spa Resort.
Fond Doux Plantation & Resort is a tranquil, three-pearl property located on an active cocoa plantation dating back to the 18th century, but it isn't located on the beach, and the setting is a bit remote. Its 15 guest rooms are housed in quaint Creole cottages, set amid dense tropical greenery, and some have private plunge pools and open-air rainfall showers. All have mini-fridges, coffeemakers, kettles, and free Wi-Fi, but there's no AC or TVs. Highlight features include two restaurants with open-air dining, a picturesque (but small) pool, and a spa. As you might expect for a property so integrated with its natural surroundings, some of the rooms and facilities are a bit rough around the edges. It’s perfect for adventurous travelers, but not a good fit for those after sleek, modern accommodations. Travelers seeking a more typical resort experience might prefer Coconut Bay Beach & Spa Resort.
Bay Gardens Hotel is an unassuming, three-pearl property located in Rodney Bay. The hotel’s 71 guest rooms are neat but unfashionable with slightly dated decor, featuring private balconies and modern room technology like iHome radios. While on-site amenities, which include three outdoor pools, a restaurant (an all-inclusive plan is available) and a conference room, are mediocre, guests also have use of the hotel’s sister property, Bay Gardens Beach Resort. Free shuttle service runs to the resort every hour, and highlights there include access to Reduit Beach. Guests may want to compare rates with Ginger Lily Hotel, which also provides easy beach access but offers fewer amenities.
Bay Gardens Hotel is an unassuming, three-pearl property located in Rodney Bay. The hotel’s 71 guest rooms are neat but unfashionable with slightly dated decor, featuring private balconies and modern room technology like iHome radios. While on-site amenities, which include three outdoor pools, a restaurant (an all-inclusive plan is available) and a conference room, are mediocre, guests also have use of the hotel’s sister property, Bay Gardens Beach Resort. Free shuttle service runs to the resort every hour, and highlights there include access to Reduit Beach. Guests may want to compare rates with Ginger Lily Hotel, which also provides easy beach access but offers fewer amenities.
