Bay Gardens Beach Resort & SpavsVilla Beach Cottages
Both properties are endorsed by expert writers. On balance, Bay Gardens Beach Resort ranks significantly higher than Villa Beach Cottages. Bay Gardens Beach Resort is ranked #9 in St. Lucia with positive reviews from 6 publications like Star Service, Lonely Planet and The Telegraph.
Bay Gardens Beach Resort & Spa
 Oyster
 Star Service
 The Telegraph
 Fodor's
 Frommer's
 Lonely Planet
Reduit Beach, Rodney Bay Village, Box 1892, Gros Islet, St. Lucia
From $230/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Shuttle Bus
 - Laundry Service
 
3.0
 "Bay Gardens Beach Resort is one of few amenity-rich resorts in Rodney Bay, featuring a spa, fitness center, water sports pavilion, several restaurants and bars, and a lovely beachfront." 
 "White with orange accents, green balcony railings and blue columns, the colorful exterior speaks of happy times within." Full review
8.0
 "This mid-sized resort hotel is the most appealing, affordable place to stay in Rodney Bay Village." Full review
 "One of three Bay Gardens properties in Rodney Bay Village, this family-friendly resort has a prime location on beautiful Reduit Beach." Full review
 "It's hard to beat this location right on Reduit Beach...the welcoming Bay Gardens is a well-managed, decent-value option. It's also one of the few good-size resorts on island that welcomes children" Full review
 "An excellent choice if you prefer a full-service resort, the BGBR has an idyllic beachfront location." Full review
Villa Beach Cottages
 Frommer's
 Oyster
 The Telegraph
 Fodor's
 Lonely Planet
Choc Bay-Gros Islet Hwy, PO Box 129, Castries, St. Lucia
From $0/night
- Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Laundry Service
 - Concierge
 - Laundy Room
 - Restaurant
 
 "The charm of this place derives from its small scale and its personalized sense of intimacy." Full review
Mid-Range
 "Villa Beach Cottages is a three-pearl property located on Choc Bay Beach." Full review
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While there’s no on-site restaurant, several supermarkets and dining options are within walking distance, and meal service can be arranged upon request -- plus there’s a convenience store on-site.
7.0
 "The so-called cottages - in reality very large suites with separate living/sleeping areas and proper kitchens - make a good low-key base for independent-minded travellers." Full review
 "Tidy housekeeping cottages with gingerbread-laced facades are steps from the beach at this family-run establishment 3 mi (5 km) north of the airport in Castries." Full review
 "Offering around a dozen spacious and elegantly furnished villas, this polished place on Choc Beach is more personal than some of the bigger resorts and offers outstanding value." Full review