The Downtown HotelvsVilla Beach Cottages
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional travelers. Overall, Villa Beach Cottages scores significantly higher than The Downtown Hotel. Villa Beach Cottages ranks #21 in St. Lucia with positive reviews from 5 sources including Fodor's, Oyster and Frommer's.
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
 i 
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
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
 i 
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