Hotels in Castries, St Lucia
Saint Lucia Background:
The island, with its fine natural harbor at Castries, was contested between England and France throughout the 17th and early 18th centuries (changing possession 14 times); it was finally ceded to the UK in 1814. Even after the abolition of slavery on its plantations in 1834, Saint Lucia remained an agricultural island, dedicated to producing tropical commodity crops. Self-government was granted in 1967 and independence in 1979.
Saint Lucia Location:
Caribbean, island between the Caribbean Sea and North Atlantic Ocean, north of Trinidad and Tobago
Geographic coordinates: 13 53 N, 60 58 W
Map references: Central America and the Caribbean
Saint Lucia Area:
total: 616 sq km
land: 606 sq km
water: 10 sq km
Area - comparative: 3.5 times the size of Washington, DC
Saint Lucia Climate:
tropical, moderated by northeast trade winds; dry season January to April, rainy season May to August
Saint Lucia Natural resources:
forests, sandy beaches, minerals (pumice), mineral springs, geothermal potential
Saint Lucia Geography - note:
the twin Pitons (Gros Piton and Petit Piton), striking cone-shaped peaks south of Soufriere, are one of the scenic natural highlights of the Caribbean
Saint Lucia Population:
170,649 (July 2007 est.)
Age structure:
0-14 years: 29.4% (male 25,869/female 24,248)
15-64 years: 65.5% (male 55,115/female 56,641)
65 years and over: 5.1% (male 3,200/female 5,576) (2007 est.)
Saint Lucia Economy - overview:
Changes in the EU import preference regime and the increased competition from Latin American bananas have made economic diversification increasingly important in Saint Lucia. The island nation has been able to attract foreign business and investment, especially in its offshore banking and tourism industries. Tourism is the main source of foreign exchange, with more than 700,000 arrivals in 2005. The manufacturing sector is the most diverse in the Eastern Caribbean area, and the government is trying to revitalize the banana industry. Economic fundamentals remain solid, even though unemployment needs to be cut.
Saint Lucia Industries:
clothing, assembly of electronic components, beverages, corrugated cardboard boxes, tourism; lime processing, coconut processing
St. Lucian Hotel
Address: Castries
City: Castries
Country Abv: LC
Country Name: Saint Lucia
Property Description: A well located and popular quality grade resort hotel, set on a fine golden sand beach. Superior and deluxe rooms, all rooms are fully air-conditioned with either one king-size bed or two twin beds, private bathroom with bath and shower, telephone, Cable Television, hairdryer and patio or balcony. Deluxe Rooms are slightly larger all sea facing with sitting area, mini-bar and radios. Floodlit tennis courts. Freshwater swimming pool and Jacuzzi, Children's Club Latest cyber Gymnasium.
Location Description: Location - Situated amidst tropical landscaped gardens directly on Reduit Beach. Hewanorra Airport is 80 minutes by road and Castries six miles away.
Royal St. Lucian
Address: PO Box 977
City: Castries
Country Abv: LC
Country Name: Saint Lucia
Property Description: Located on the finest stretch of gold sand beach, the Royal by Rex Resorts offers a luxurious blend of privacy and sophistication. Additionally, our 96 spacious suites comprise of Deluxe with Garden view, Seaview deluxe, Grand deluxe, Beachfront and Presidential. Our Royal Spa will revitalise your body from a choice of treatments.
Location Description: Nearby Airports * Hewannora Airport - 45 miles * George Fl Charles Airport - 15 miles Nearby Cities/Towns * Anse Chastenet - 20 miles * George Fl Charles - 15 miles * Soufriere - 30 miles * Sulphur Springs - 30 miles
Rex St. Lucian
Address: Reduit Beach #1
City: Castries
Country Abv: LC
Country Name: Saint Lucia
Property Description: Poised on the golden sands of Reduit beach, one of the finest in the Carribbean, the Rex St Lucian offers a relaxed and friendly escape from the hurly-burly of everyday life. Cool yourself in the calm waters of the Carribbean, or partake of the myriad of activities available, before enjoying a refreshing cocktail at the beachside bar and sampling the gourmet cuisine from our restaurants like "The Oriental".
Location Description: Nearby Airports * Hewanorra Airport - 40 miles * Vigie Airport - 15 miles Nearby Cities/Towns * Anse Chastnet - 20 miles * Soufriere - 30 miles
Rex Papillon
Address: Reduit Beach #3
City: Castries
Country Abv: LC
Country Name: Saint Lucia
Property Description: The Papillon is long renowned for its relaxed atmosphere, spacious rooms, and manicured grounds. The all-inclusive hotel will provide the vacationer with a magical experience. Guests can stroll along the beach, sip cool tropical drinks, or indulge in romantic sundowners before dining in the restaurant. End a perfect day dancing to the sultry rhythms of Caribbean music. All activities, such as windsurfing, sailing, tennis, snorkeling, and all meals with beverages are included.
Location Description: The Papillion is a first class resort located in the resort beach of area of Castries. Nearby Airports * Hewanorra International - 45 miles * George Charles Airport - 6 miles Nearby Cities/Towns * Anse Chasteret - 20 miles * Sulphur Springs - 30
Harmony Suites
Address: Castries
City: Castries
Country Abv: LC
Country Name: Saint Lucia
Property Description: In fashionable Rodney Bay, just a short stroll from a long white sand beach, Harmony Marina Suites offers guests the elegance of 30 luxuriously appointed one-bedroom suties. For sumptuous dining pleasures, guests can enjoy the service, ambiance and view of the hotel's Mortar & Pestle Restaurant and Bar. A minimarket exists within the hotel for its guests shopping convenience. Each of the hotel's newly-refinished apartment-style suites has split air conditioning, large bathrooms with hair dryers.
Location Description: St. Lucia Airport SLU 40 miles, Rodney Bay Lagoon adjacent, Castries 5 miles
Sandals Halcyon St. Lucia
Address: P.O. Box GM 910
City: Castries
Country Abv: LC
Country Name: Saint Lucia
Property Description: St. Lucia's ultimate couples-only beach resort with its Caribbean architecture and lush tropical gardens is part of the "Classic Collection," and home to 3 gourmet restaurants including the famous Pier restaurant set out over the sea. Enjoy 2 pools and a scuba certification pool, a fitness center and nightclub. You'll also enjoy full exchange privileges at Sandals St. Lucia Golf Resort & Spa and the new Sandals Grande St. Lucian Spa and Beach Resort.
Location Description: Sandals Halcyon is located in Choc Bay, Castries, 5 minutes from George F.L Charles Airport and 1 hour 15 minutes from Hewanorra International Airport.
Sandals Regency St. Lucia Golf Resort & Spa At La Toc
Address: La Toc Road
City: Castries
Country Abv: LC
Country Name: Saint Lucia
Property Description: Considered the "World's Most Glamorous All-Inclusive" and part of the Sandals "Signature Collection," Sandals Regency St. Lucia is set amidst 210 lush acres and on a dramatic half-mile crescent shaped beach. This spectacular couples-only resort features the new Villa Suites on Ocean Bluff, a luxurious enclave perched atop of a coral bluff overlooking the pristine waters of the Caribbean.
Location Description: There are two airports on the island. The hotel will provide transfers from both Hewanorra International Airport 35 miles, (1 hour 15 minutes) away, and the George F. L. Charles Airport is 2 miles (15 minutes) from the Resort.
Sandals Grande St. Lucian Spa & Beach Resort
Address: P.O. Box G.I. 2247
City: Gros-Islet
Country Abv: LC
Country Name: Saint Lucia
Property Description: Set on the island's most awe-inspiring location on a spectacular peninsula surrounded by the sea on both sides, this magnificent couples-only resort in St. Lucia is Sandals' grandest new addition to its "Signature Collection" and has been awarded the prestigious Five-Star Diamond Award.
Location Description: Approximately 6 miles north of the town of Castries, on a causway between Pidgeon Island (national landmark) and Rodney Bay.
Oasis Marigot Club And Villas
Address: Seaview Avenue
City: Marigot Bay
Country Abv: LC
Country Name: Saint Lucia
Property Description: Oasis Marigot is a vacation community nestled on the hillside overlooking Marigot Beach, St. Lucia. We offer different types of accommodations to fit any travel budget. All our units enjoy a spectacular view of the most beautiful bay in the Caribbean. Active vacationers who want a unique experience, such as island hopping on a 42-foot yacht, diving or sailing, will find it at Oasis Marigot. Peace and serenity abound in these beautiful surroundings where you can enjoy our own Nature Trail.
Location Description: Seaview Avenue, Marigot Bay, St. Lucia - Located in Marigot Bay, the most beautiful bay on St. Lucia.
Ladera Resort
Address: PO Box 225
City: Soufriere
Country Abv: LC
Country Name: Saint Lucia
Property Description: Located on a mountain ridge overlooking the sea, all guest suites of this Superior First-class resort are *open air* with incredible views to the Carribbean. The perfect luxury hideaway - no TV or phones. The hotel restaurant has been awarded *Best on St Lucia* two years in a row. The guest suites are elegantly furnished to create a warm and welcoming environment in which to relax.
Location Description: Hewanorra Int'l Airport UVF 11 miles, Piton Mountain Peaks 1 mile, Botanical Gardens 2.5 miles, Soufriere city center 3 miles, Sulphur Springs 1.5 miles
Anse Chastanet Resort
Address: Old French Road
City: Soufriere
Country Abv: LC
Country Name: Saint Lucia
Property Description: A member of the prestigious Small Chic Hotels group, this romantic hideaway is set amidst 600 acres lush tropical jungle. The resort features 2 beaches, spectacular views of the ocean and the famous twin Piton peaks. A pristine coral reef is just a short swim from the private beach. The resort is an ideal destination for romantics, honeymooners and all those who wish to "get away from it all". To ensure the utmost in privacy, the rooms do not have telephones, televisions or radios.
Location Description: In most natural part of island close to attractions.
Still Plantation and Beach Resort
Address: PO Box 246
City: Soufriere
Country Abv: LC
Country Name: Saint Lucia
Property Description: Nestled at the northern end of Soufriere bay sandy beach is The Still Beach Resort. This quaint, family operated, beach side, resort boasts a beautiful and comfortable atmosphere to create the perfect holida mood for those looking to escape and relax. The soothing Caribbean beachfront is a gentle footstep away, which will allow you to wash away life's everyday pressures. The resort boasts 5 comfortable rooms with four poster king size beds, three of which are self contained with in suite kitchen.
Location Description: Located on one of the most beautiful islands in the Caribbean, St Lucia, West Indies, within the quaint and historic town of Soufriere is the still plantation and Beach Resort.
Juliette's Lodge Hotel
Address: Beanfield Vieux Fort
City: Vieux Fort
Country Abv: LC
Country Name: Saint Lucia
Property Description: Juliette's Lodge, an ideally located hideaway, is situated near Vieux Fort and close to Hewanorra International Airport to the South of St. Lucia. This property boasts magnificent views of the beach and the deep blue ocean with a superb panoramic view of the Maria Islands. Taste our local cocktails, take a dip in the pool, sunbathe, or enjoy leisure activities close by such as wind surfing and horseback riding to complete an enjoyable and truly St. Lucian vacation.
Location Description: Juliette's Lodge, an ideally located hideaway, is situated near Vieux Fort and close to Hewanorra International Airport to the South of St. Lucia.
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