St. Lucia is an island paradise filled with lush rainforest, mountains, palm trees and some of the best beaches in the world – it also has a great selection of five-star resorts.
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St Lucia may not be a big place – at 617 km² it is less than half the size of London – but it sure packs a lot in. With soaring mountain peaks, deep rainforest, turquoise waters and swaying palm trees, this is a picturesque island paradise where you can choose to zipline through the forests, soak in volcanic mud baths, or just kick back on the beach. Even though one of St Lucia’s charms is its wildness, with plenty of places to explore, there are some great luxury resorts where you can just take it easy when you’re not out and about – here are some of the best.
Jade Mountain
Jade Mountain is a premier resort in an enviable location on a small bay and a mountain backdrop. Sitting on St. Lucia’s south-western Caribbean coastline it is a paradise of organic architecture and beautiful, natural scenic beauty – making the resort at one with its natural environment was a priority for Architect owner Nick Troubetzkoy. The interiors are simply stunning, with infinity pools built into the rooms and many looking out over the mountains. If you want something really special for your stay in St Lucia, Jade Mountain is simply one of the most magical places to stay on the island. From €1.6K.
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Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort
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This is another resort with an incredible location, nestled in a picturesque valley overlooking Pitons Bay and set on Sugar Beach. The accommodation features a spa, outdoor swimming pool, three restaurants, three bars (including a rum bar) and private beach area. Even the on-site spa has a special spot, found in the plantation’s lush gardens and next to a stream. It features a hot tub and a Temazcal outdoor sauna, as well as a range of treatments. Breakfast is served at the Terrace restaurant, while the chic Saltwood offers gourmet cuisine for dinner and the Bonté Restaurant serves lunch and dinner only.
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Anse Chastanet Resort
Found on a lush tropical estate, Anse Chastanet Resort looks out over the Petit and Gros Piton mountains and the Caribbean Sea. The rooms are full of fun and charm, with a local feel and lots of exposed wood and colourful textiles. The floors are clay tile or tropical hardwood and each has a spacious bathroom and a balcony or patio. You can choose between views of the sea or the mountains and gardens. The food is either typical Caribbean or international food at Anse Chastanet Resort’s Terehouse Restaurant and there is the bonus of a vegetarian restaurant too, dishing up delicious food made with organic products from the resort’s plantation. From € 706.
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The Landings Resort and Spa – All Suites
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This is a sophisticated, luxury resort located directly on Pigeon Island Causeway Beach. It feels glamorous throughout, with well-kept tropical gardens, three swimming pools, two hot tubs and a luxury spa. The villas ooze good taste and feature air-conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen and free Wi-Fi, as well offering either a sea or garden views and a living area with an LCD TV and CD player. There are three restaurants onsite and a beach club serving international food all day. A personalized grocery delivery is also available. To cap it all off, this resort also offers a gym, tennis courts, a kids’ club and regular evening entertainment. From € 504.
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