The 7 Best Luxury Hotels in St Lucia

St Lucia is made for luxury getaways. Essentially divided into two distinct regions, there is Rodney Bay which is ideal for lazy beach days and modern comforts and on the opposite side is Soufrière which has old plantations and hidden beaches for something a little more Robinson Crusoe (albeit with a luxury base). This picturesque island has unsurprisingly got an excellent range of high-end accommodation. Our hotel experts have compiled a collection of the best luxury hotels in St Lucia ranging from family-friendly affairs with both kids' clubs and memorable spas to boutique adult-only hideaways perfect for romantic escapes. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your next luxury break?

For families

• Windjammer is an elegant family-friendly beachside resort. Luxurious rooms and villas feature contemporary furniture, four-poster beds, and private terraces. The larger suites make for a comfortable stay for families. With an excellent kids' club and a spoiling spa for adults, this is a real crowd-pleaser.
• The Landings Resort & Spa is a luxury all-suite hotel with its own marina. Ideal for independent travellers, these are fully functioning apartments with kitchens, sea-facing balconies and even washing facilities. However, you can still expect hotel luxuries including an excellent kids' club, a restaurant, and a spa.
• Sugar Beach, a Viceroy Resort is a stunningly situated family-friendly hotel. Elegant rooms have white furniture, opulent bathrooms, a private garden, and a plunge pool. With tennis courts, a kids' club for all ages, a spa, and direct beach access — this is a real has-it-all stay.

For a boutique

• Cap Maison is a sensational boutique hotel set above Smuggler's Cove. The 49 accommodation options include both rooms and villas and the decor feels old-worldy with dark wood furniture and large verandahs. With a spa, gym, pool and restaurant this property has all the facilities of the larger resorts but the feel is intimate and personal. Suitable for couples, groups or families.

For a hideaway

• Rabot Hotel is a chic contemporary hotel hidden amidst a cocoa plantation. Rooms have dark wood furniture, modern four-poster beds and sumptuous bathrooms. The property boasts a fabulous infinity pool with views of the pitons, a spa, restaurant featuring a cocoa-based menu and a great bar. Ideal for those wanting a slice of urban chic, off the beaten track.

For a couples' escape

• Jade Mountain is a sublime hotel on the mountainside. The spacious rooms all have views of the Piton Mountains, wooden floors, modern furniture and private infinity pools. Expect outstanding seafood cuisine and a slick bar area. With an adult ambience, jaw-dropping views, and spa treatments — this is the perfect hideaway for two.
• Ladera is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Beautifully crafted wooden suites with private plunge pools open onto dramatic views of St Lucia’s Pitons. The secluded setting within a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the adult-only policy (not to mention the luxurious spa and romantic restaurant) make this an ideal choice for couples.

Still not sure which to book?

• Expand your search to all our recommendations in St Lucia
• Take a look at our collection of the best luxury hotels in the Caribbean
• Alternatively, you could contact one of our friendly gurus for advice.

  • Windjammer Gros Islet, St Lucia 330 rooms from $200

    
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    Families  -  Chic, spacious and functional family suites, excellent kids club, spa for adults

    Diving  -  There is a PADI dive company based on site, which offers daily snorkel and dive trips for beginners

    Kids Club  -  As well as the Kids Club there's a host of organised activities for teenagers too

    On the beach  -  Direct access to a large white sandy beach

    

    Recommended by  -  Fodors, CN Traveller

    Elegant family friendly beachside resort. Rooms and villas feature contemporary furniture, four poster beds and private terraces. Outdoor pool, gym, tennis courts, spa and direct beach access. Superb Mediterranean menu, laid back beach bar. Luxurious, spacious and outstanding location. See More

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  • The Landings Resort and Spa Gros Islet 85 rooms from $350

    
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    Beach Life  -  Set directly on a quiet end of Pigeon Island Beach, this is white-sand Caribbean perfection

    Families  -  Kids under 12 stay for free in their parents suite and there's an excellent kids' club too

    Swimming Pool  -  Outdoor and outdoor pools

    Romantic  -  Good for couples.

    

    An elegant collection of suites, with its own marina hidden away in Gros Islet on the northwestern tip of St Lucia. Fully functioning apartments have kitchens, sea-facing balconies and even washing facilities; while the decor is fresh and bright. Low-key luxury on a sandy stretch of beach. See More

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  • Cap Maison St Lucia 49 rooms from $481

    
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    Groups  -  One-bedroomed suites can join; ideal for up to 3 couples. Sitting room with a dining area, a full kitchen and 2 verandas

    Honeymoons  -  Splash out on a Villa Suite, some with a pool, a Jacuzzi or a roof terrace - total privacy and seclusion

    Birdwatching  -  Little blue herons, hummingbirds, magnificent frigate birds, broadwinged hawks, mocking birds and even ospreys on the estate

    Restaurant  -  Top notch caribbean inspired cuisine, and relaxed beachside restaurant (open selected nights for dinner too)

    

    Recommended by  -  I Escape, CN Traveller

    Sensational hotel above Smuggler's Cove. Rooms & villas are spacious, with shuttered windows, dark wood furniture and large verandahs. Villas have kitchens, living rooms & flexible layouts that are perfect for families or groups. Outdoor pool, gym, spa and gardens. Luxurious, intimate and serene. See More

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  • Rabot Hotel Soufriere, St Lucia 14 rooms from $450

    
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    Foodies  -  One of the most popular restaurants on the island. Every dish here is augmented by cacao in some shape or form

    Back to Nature  -  Learn about where chocolate comes from, walk through the forests and take sailing trips

    Views  -  Stunning views over St Lucia's famous Pitons

    Cooking classes  -  Tree to Bar class, which starts with guests cutting cacao pods and ends with creating chocolate bars and truffles

    

    Recommended by  -  Tablet, Mr & Mrs Smith, Fodors

    Contemporary hotel in a cocoa plantation. Rooms have dark wood furniture, modern four poster beds and sumptuous bathrooms. Outdoor infinity pool, gardens, spa and terrace. Excellent cocoa based menu, and great bar. Ideal for those wanting a slice of urban chic, off the beaten track. See More

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  • Sugar Beach, a Viceroy Resort Soufriere, St Lucia 78 rooms from $1020

    
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    Foodies  -  Farm to Table tour with Chef Daniel Hurtado to source the organic produce, visit fish market and then cook it up together

    Families  -  Clubs for both older and younger children, including kayaking and treasure hunts, babysitters and child friendly menus

    Outstanding location  -  Stunning location at the foot of St Lucia's iconic Pitons

    Great walks  -  A fifteen minutes boat ride via water taxi will take you to the base of Gros Piton where one starts the hike

    

    Recommended by  -  Fodors, Kiwi Collection, Tablet

    Stunningly situated, gorgeous family-friendly hotel. Elegant rooms have white furniture, chandeliers, walk-in closets and opulent bathrooms. Each room has private garden and plunge pool. Tennis courts, gym and spa, direct beach access. Outstanding cuisine, chic bar. Luxurious and spacious. See More

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  • Jade Mountain Soufriere, St Lucia 28 rooms from $1325

    
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    Romantic Break  -  Adult ambience, private infinity pools, jaw dropping views and spa treatments

    Sights nearby  -  Near the St. Lucia's famous Piton mountains, a Unesco World Heritage Site

    Restrictions on children  -  Children over 16 welcome

    On the beach  -  Two private beaches

    

    Recommended by  -  Kiwi Collection, Fodors, Mr & Mrs Smith, Tablet

    Sublime hotel in the mountainside. The spacious rooms all have views of Piton Mountains, wooden floors, modern furniture and private infinity pools. Shared outdoor pool, gym, spa and tennis courts. Outstanding seafood cuisine, slick bar area. Luxurious, stunning and chic. See More

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  • Ladera Soufriere, St Lucia 32 rooms from $850

    
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    Hideaway  -  Enjoy the luxurious spa, jaw-dropping views, adults only ambience and seclusion of your private pool

    Honeymoons  -  The ideal honeymoon retreat with a relaxed vibe, no children and views to die for

    Restaurant  -  Highly recommended. Chef advocates sustainable cuisine from locally sourced ingredients.

    Cooking classes  -  Daily morning cookery demonstrations at the bar at Dasheene.

    

    Recommended by  -  Tablet, Fodors, Kiwi Collection

    A stay at Ladera is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Beautifully crafted wooden suites with private plunge pools open onto dramatic views of St Lucia’s Pitons. There’s no fourth-wall so use your water pistols to keep the wildlife at bay. Adult only, secluded, stunning. See More

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Written by Katie Harris

posted Monday, 27th September 2021