Villa Beach Cottages is a relaxed beachfront stay on golden Choc Bay, just north of Castries on Saint Lucia's northwest coast. The buildings are designed in a St Lucian colonial style, with gingerbread gables, jalousie windows and high ceilings, and the whole property feels more like a private cottage colony than a hotel. Guests rate it exceptionally well, praising the beach location and the helpful staff. Every villa suite has a fully equipped kitchen, so it works well for families, groups and longer stays, and you can shop in the nearby supermarkets for breakfast and snacks and keep costs under control. It is also close to Reduit Beach and the restaurants of Rodney Bay, and Castries city and the market are a short drive. Because the property has no pretence of resort glamour, it suits travelers who prefer space, simplicity and a good beach to a big resort with entertainment.
The rooms
The accommodation is made up of villa suites with air conditioning, a separate sitting area and a separate dining area, a balcony, free Wi-Fi, a safe, a flat-screen television with premium channels, free toiletries and hair dryers. Each has a fully equipped kitchen for self-catering.
Free infant beds, free extra beds and free cribs are available on request, and up to four children under 12 can stay free using existing beds in a parent's room, which helps larger families. Rooms differ in size and layout, so check the villa type against your group when you book.
Pool, beach and dining
Two outdoor pools, a children's pool and a hot tub or plunge pool offer plenty of water, and complimentary beach loungers, umbrellas, hammocks and towels are set out on the sand. Tandem kayaks are free to use on Choc Bay, and snorkeling is possible from the beach. For meals, a private chef can arrange in-villa dinners using local ingredients, a free grocery shopping service helps you stock your kitchen, and Koko's Mini-mart on site sells basics and drinks.
There is a library, a gift shop, a self-service laundry, dry cleaning and wedding services, plus in-room massage and beach massage options. Free self-parking is included, and local operators can arrange deep-sea fishing and dolphin and whale watching.
What to know before you book
The front desk keeps set hours, from 8 AM to 10 PM, so contact the property in advance if you will arrive after 10 PM. Check-in begins at 3 PM, check-out is at noon and the minimum check-in age is 18. Pets are not allowed. Choc Bay is a calm, residential beach on the Caribbean side, and the property is quiet at night compared with Rodney Bay, so evenings are low-key.
A car or taxi helps for the bars and restaurants of Rodney Bay, the Pigeon Island walks and trips south to the Pitons, which take a couple of hours each way. Balconies and terraces may not suit very small children, so keep an eye on them. Check the villa category and the total price before you book.
Why stay here
- ✓Beachfront on Choc Bay
- ✓Villa suites with full kitchens
- ✓Two outdoor pools and a children’s pool
- ✓Free beach loungers and hammocks
- ✓Free tandem kayaks
- ✓Private chef on request
- ✓Free grocery shopping service
- ✓Free self-parking
Good questions
Do the rooms have kitchens?+
Yes. Every villa suite has a fully equipped kitchen, and there is a mini-mart on site and a grocery shopping service.
Is it close to Rodney Bay?+
Choc Bay is just north of Castries, with Reduit Beach and the Rodney Bay restaurants a short drive away. A taxi or rental car helps in the evening.
Can children stay free?+
Up to four children under 12 can stay free using existing beds in a parent's room, and free cribs and extra beds are available on request. Check the occupancy rules for your villa.
