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The Downtown Hotel vs Villa 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
Lonely Planet
"The Downtown doesn’t exactly scream vacation (it’s within a small shopping mall), but it’s very central, convenient, well maintained and affordable."
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i
Aim for a room at the back to avoid the road noise.
Oyster
2.0
"The Downtown Hotel is an older, two-pearl property located in downtown Soufriere."
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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."
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Oyster
Mid-Range
"Villa Beach Cottages is a three-pearl property located on Choc Bay Beach."
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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.
The Telegraph
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."
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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."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"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."
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