White sands, crystal blue warm water and swaying palms lure travelers to Saint Lucia. Even the producers of the TV show “The Bachelor” couldn’t resist the charm of this Caribbean island. What makes a tropical vacation even better is to stay at an all-inclusive resort. Pay one rate and food, drinks and activities are part of the package. Saint Lucia has its share of decadent all-inclusive resorts, some suitable for the romantically inclined, others the ideal choice for some family fun in the sun.
Coconut Bay – South Island
- Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa sits on the southern end of Saint Lucia on its own private beach. It’s divided into an adult’s only section called Harmony and a family-friendly wing, Splash. The main pool sits between the two sections, but Harmony has an adult pool and Splash an easy entry, multi-activity pool suitable for all ages. Coconut Bay also has its own water park with a river pool and two slides called Twister and the Coconut Cannon. CocoLand is an interactive fun zone for kids of all ages and Coco Kidz is a supervised children’s program for toddlers and younger children. All activities, drinks and meals are included except for premium liquors. Four restaurants are on site; Silk and Calabash are fine dining venues that require reservations. Taxes and tips are included, as are round-trip transfers from the Saint Lucia Hewanorra International Airport.
Rendezvous -- Castries City Couples Resort
- Rendezvous welcomed its first guests in 1966. The focus is on romance and getting away from it all, and the adult only nature ensures the peace and tranquility of your stay. The all-inclusive pampering includes the Room Retreat service where the staff will set up your guest room to suit your personal romantic taste. They’ll turn the lights down low, put on soft music, scatter flower petals on the bed or fill the room with scented candles, whatever your pleasure. Everything is included, including sessions at the onsite Spa in the Water Garden, unlimited tennis coaching and SCUBA instruction and dive excursions. The property sits just north of Castries City, fronting a white sand beach that makes the perfect spot for watching a fiery sunset.
North Island Saint Lucia Resorts
- North Saint Lucia is home to most of the island’s all-inclusive properties. The St. Lucian, a Rex Resort property, fronts Rodney Bay and Reduit Beach. The property’s all-inclusive package includes all meals, house wines and liquors, soft drinks and local beers. Premium liquors and bottled water are extra. Resort activities such as sunfish sailing, snorkeling, tennis and SCUBA pool demonstrations are included. The Body Holiday is on the very northern tip of Saint Lucia and is the ultimate spa vacation for active adults. Indulge in water sports, archery, tennis, yoga and spa treatments. All food and drink is included except for a few items in the premier restaurant TAO. Four restaurants and a piano bar are on site. Smugglers Cove Resort and Spa is a family-friendly all-inclusive set on a gently curved stretch of sand. Swim in one of the seven pools, indulge in an English high tea at The Cove or go snorkeling right off-shore. All meals and resort activities are included.
Sandals Resorts on Saint Lucia
- Sandals Resorts is one of the most recognized names in the all-inclusive industry and they have three adults-only properties on Saint Lucia. Sandals Regency La Toc is just outside Castries City and focuses on golf with green fees as part of the all-inclusive rates. Sandals Grande St Lucia is on the northern tip of the island near Pigeon Island National Park. Its mile-long white sand beach is kissed by waters from both the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. Sandals Halcyon Beach is north of Castries City near Choc Beach. Guest rooms and cottages are scattered among tropical gardens, some with walk-out ocean access and views. Resort stays include all meals, drinks and activities, a Sandals trademark. Guests staying in the high-end suites may also opt for butler service, also included at all Saint Lucia locations.
