Fond Doux Eco ResortvsVilla Beach Cottages
Fond Doux Plantation & Resort and Villa Beach Cottages are both recommended by professional travelers. On balance, Fond Doux Plantation & Resort is preferred by most professionals compared to Villa Beach Cottages. Fond Doux Plantation & Resort scores 85 with praise from 6 sources including Lonely Planet, Travel + Leisure and Fodor's.
Fond Doux Eco Resort
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
The Telegraph
Fodor's
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
PO Box 250, Soufriere 250, St. Lucia
From $207/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Oyster3.0
"The rustic experience won't appeal to everyone... but adventurous travelers on a budget will surely appreciate the gorgeous authentic surroundings and affordable rates." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Overnight guests can choose between simple bungalows or one of several 19th-century cottages, which Lyton relocated from far-flung corners of the island and restored himself." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Of the number of places on St Lucia where you can stay on a working plantation, Fond Doux is the most scenic." Full review
Fodor's "It's a completely different type of vacation experience that allows you to soak up the environment, engage local culture, and feel part of history." Full review
Frommer's "Fond Doux's 135-acre organic plantation has been an active agricultural farm...the12 simple gingerbread cottages were moved from Castries to the rainforest gardens here, all uniquely different" Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"This 250-year-old working cocoa plantation is a great place to unwind...some boast private plunge pools. There is also a fine split-level communal pool with great views" 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
Frommer's "The charm of this place derives from its small scale and its personalized sense of intimacy." Full review
OysterMid-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.
The Telegraph7.0
"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
Fodor's "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
Lonely Planet "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
