The Downtown HotelvsAuberge Seraphine
Both properties are highly recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, Auberge Seraphine ranks slightly higher than The Downtown Hotel. Auberge Seraphine ranks #35 in St. Lucia with accolades from 4 reviewers including Fodor's, Frommer's and DK Eyewitness.
The Downtown Hotel
 Lonely Planet
 Oyster
Bridge Street, Soufriere, St. Lucia
From $76/night
- Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Shuttle Bus
 - Laundry Service
 - Free Parking
 - Dry Cleaning
 
 "The Downtown doesn’t exactly scream vacation (it’s within a small shopping mall), but it’s very central, convenient, well maintained and affordable." Full review
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Aim for a room at the back to avoid the road noise.
2.0
 "The Downtown Hotel is an older, two-pearl property located in downtown Soufriere." Full review
Auberge Seraphine
 Frommer's
 DK Eyewitness
 Fodor's
 Lonely Planet
Vielle Bay, Castries 00000, St. Lucia
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Restaurant
 - Pool
 - Free Parking
 
 "This two-story, 1990s-era, concrete-sided building painted cerulean blue and white is a 15-minute walk from Vigie Beach, overlooking the marina and the harbor of Castries." Full review
 "An elegant, intimate getaway, Seraphine overlooks Vigie Cove and the marina and is only 5 minutes from Castries." 
 "This small inn is a good choice for those looking for convenient accommodations who don't require a beachfront location, activities, or special amenities." Full review
 "This inn has a heavy focus on regional businesspeople, so it’s not exactly a vacation environment, but it’s convenient to downtown Castries and the airport." Full review