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About Gros Islet

A lively town near the northern tip of St Lucia, Gros Islet has expanded from a laid-back fishing village into a popular destination for beach-loving couples, families and groups of friends. Beautiful Rodney Bay is perfect for watersports and seaside strolls, there are vibrant markets in town and there’s a sociable buzz in the evenings. Accommodation options include everything from intimate boutique properties to expansive family-friendly resorts, fit for a whole host of tastes and budgets. Many of the best places to stay in Gros Islet are all-inclusive resorts in brilliant seaside locations, but there are smaller, more tranquil options for romantic couples’ escapes, too.

Spend your days swimming, sailing, kayaking, snorkelling or fishing with the whole family. Pigeon Island National Park is perfect for picturesque strolls and historic tours of Fort Rodney or as a nearby sailing destination. If you plan to arrive by boat, look to the Rodney Bay Marina, which is the final destination for various international yachting events. Sail along the coast of St Lucia for idyllic landscapes, quiet bays and good fishing — day tours and boat hire options can easily be arranged from Gros Islet.

Back on land, you’ll find the Rodney Bay area to be busy and upbeat, with shopping malls and plenty of eateries. For delicious street food, heaps of energy and some top-notch live music, Gros Islet’s Friday Night Street Party is a must!

Little ones will adore Splash Island Water Park, whilst nature lovers should consider a trip south to Soufrière, for spectacular hikes and birdwatching.

The best places to stay in Gros Islet fill up fast over Christmas and New Year — book your trip well in advance, or travel in the calmer shoulder season for more fewer crowds.

The Best Places to Stay in Gros Islet

For Romance

  • Calabash Cove has just 26 rooms, suites and cottages set in verdant, ocean-facing gardens. This all-inclusive, adults-only property promises a tranquil stay, with an expansive infinity pool, indulgent spa, gourmet eatery and bar. Book a cottage for your own plunge pool.
  • East Winds Inn is a bit of a St Lucia institution, with 30 airy cottages and an appealing sense of understated elegance. Amble through 14 acres of mature gardens, enjoy direct beach access and take a complimentary yoga class or a sailing lesson. Evenings are for cocktails in the Bamboo lounge before savouring specialities from the table d'hôte-style menu. Charming and intimate. Ideal for honeymooners.
  • Cap Maison is a gorgeous boutique hotel on a secluded stretch of beach close to hip Rodney Bay. Stay here for the attractive Mediterranean decor, the expansive suites and the fabulous food. Multi-bedroom villas are available, but this feels like a particularly good choice for grown ups. The property has a wonderful wellness focus, with yoga and pilates classes, a hiking and running club, and restorative spa treatments. An indulgent retreat for foodies and romantics.

For Sociable Travellers

  • The Harbor Club is a sleek, Miami-style marina hotel, perfect for couples or groups of friends looking for great food and a lively atmosphere. The property has five swimming pools, multiple eateries and a well-equipped wellness centre. Modern and with a real party buzz.

For Families

  • Bay Gardens Beach Resort promises a lively stay for active families, who can enjoy stacks of watersports, as well as complimentary passes to Splash Island Water Park, just next door. Suites are spacious and airy, there's an appealing spa and a colourful kids club. A fun, family base.
  • The Landings Resort and Spa is a chic, all-suite property with glorious ocean views. Great for families or groups in search of some extra privacy, suites come with their own living rooms, kitchens and terraces. There's a lovely Caribbean beach restaurant, heaps of water sports, a kids club and tennis courts. The spa is top-notch. Timeless luxury for families or groups.
  • Windjammer sits on 60 acres of grounds overlooking beautiful Labrelotte Bay. Book a multi-bedroom villa if travelling as a family, with Mediterranean-inspired interiors, a plunge pool and ocean views. There are clubs for little ones and teens, as well as watersports for the whole family. With five restaurants, four bars and a great spa, this is a fun pick for everyone.

For a Wellness Resort

  • The BodyHoliday at Le Sport has been a pioneering wellness resort for decades. Come for rejuvenating spa treatments, a plethora of exercise classes and activities, nutritional food and a chance to reset your mind-body balance. Take classes with a personal trainer, explore the island with an active group, or cook up a storm using produce from the organic garden. For individuals, couples and groups of friends.

For Great Value

  • Coco Palm in Rodney Bay has a laid-back, friendly feel, with pretty blue-and-white rooms and suites centred around the swimming pool. Expect a relaxing spa, two good Caribbean restaurants, and a sociable vibe. A great value choice for couples, friends or families.

FOR AN APARTMENT OR VILLA

  • If you'd prefer a self-catering option, we suggest that you visit our online partner Booking.com.

Travel Information

  • Fly to George F.L Charles Airport or Hewanorra Airport and take a bus or taxi north to Gros Islet. You can also organise an airport pick up with your hotel in advance.
  • There's so much to see in St Lucia! Contact our online partner Rentalcars if you would like to hire a car.
  • Travel between November and mid-April for balmy temperatures averaging from 25-30°C. The hurricane season — July to November — is best avoided. The Christmas and New Year season is especially busy, so book your trip well in advance. Travel in late April or May for great hotel deals.

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Best Hotels in Gros Islet

  • Coco Palm Rodney Bay Village, St Lucia 103 rooms from £129

    Active Holiday  -  The hotel has an excellent menu of tours and activities which are thoughtful and interesting
    Families  -  Elegant family suites with adjoining bedrooms easily sleep 2 adults and 2 children
    Restaurant  -  There are two restaurants. One for Creole cuisine and the other for all meals which is more international
    Birdwatching  -  Hike with our experienced Nature Interpreters and watch for endemics like the St. Lucia Parrot and Oriole
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    Recommended by  -  Fodors

    Elegant hotel in French colonial style building. The rooms are spacious and filled with mahogany furniture, sleigh beds and with claw-foot baths. Outdoor pool, gardens, spa and gym. Some rooms are swim up from the pool. Great Caribbean menu and lively bar. Charming, pretty and good value. See More

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  • Windjammer Gros Islet, St Lucia 330 rooms from £156

    Families  -  Chic, spacious and functional family suites, excellent kids club, spa for adults
    Diving  -  There is a PADI dive company based on site, which offers daily snorkel and dive trips for beginners
    Kids Club  -  As well as the Kids Club there's a host of organised activities for teenagers too
    On the beach  -  Direct access to a large white sandy beach
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    Recommended by  -  Fodors, CN Traveller

    Elegant family friendly beachside resort. Rooms and villas feature contemporary furniture, four poster beds and private terraces. Outdoor pool, gym, tennis courts, spa and direct beach access. Superb Mediterranean menu, laid back beach bar. Luxurious, spacious and outstanding location. See More

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  • The Harbor Club, St Lucia Gros Islet 115 rooms from £241

    Romantic Break  -  A perfect quiet base, complete with fabulous spa, pool with marina views and smart modern accommodation
    Beach Life  -  A 10 minute shuttle boat takes you across to Pigeon Island and its lovely white sand beaches
    Sights nearby  -  Explore the history and flora of Pigeon Island which features a lot in the poetry of Derek Walcott, who lived very close to here
    Restaurant  -  There are six food outlets from gourmet sushi and Italian fine dining to stone-fired pizzas or Caribbean comfort food
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    This sleek, Miami-style marina hotel in Rodney Bay is a great alternative to the nearby all-inclusives. Bright rooms have a distinctly nautical feel, some with swim-up terraces. Take the water shuttle to the beach at Pigeon Island and indulge in fine dining with panoramic views. See More

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  • Bay Gardens Beach Resort Gros Islet, St Lucia 36 rooms from £261

    Beach Life  -  Choose a beachfront room and you'll be just metres from the sand; take coastal walks or take the chance to learn a watersport
    Families  -  Villas have proper kitchens, plenty of bedrooms, and the hotel has both adult and child friendly activities
    Sights nearby  -  St. Joseph the Worker Parish and Rodney Bay Marina
    Sailing  -  Hobie cat sailing courses
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    Recommended by  -  Fodors

    Colourful resort in Rodney Bay. Rooms and suites are spacious with four poster beds, modern bathrooms and ocean breeze-sized windows; the suites have proper kitchens. Big outdoor pool, spa and games room. Asian-Caribbean fusion cuisine and lively beach bar. Excellent value and location. See More

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  • The Landings Resort and Spa Gros Islet 85 rooms from £273

    Beach Life  -  Set directly on a quiet end of Pigeon Island Beach, this is white-sand Caribbean perfection
    Families  -  Kids under 12 stay for free in their parents suite and there's an excellent kids' club too
    Swimming Pool  -  Outdoor and outdoor pools
    Romantic  -  Good for couples.
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    An elegant collection of suites, with its own marina hidden away in Gros Islet on the northwestern tip of St Lucia. Fully functioning apartments have kitchens, sea-facing balconies and even washing facilities; while the decor is fresh and bright. Low-key luxury on a sandy stretch of beach. See More

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  • Cap Maison St Lucia 49 rooms from £375

    Groups  -  One-bedroomed suites can join; ideal for up to 3 couples. Sitting room with a dining area, a full kitchen and 2 verandas
    Honeymoons  -  Splash out on a Villa Suite, some with a pool, a Jacuzzi or a roof terrace - total privacy and seclusion
    Birdwatching  -  Little blue herons, hummingbirds, magnificent frigate birds, broadwinged hawks, mocking birds and even ospreys on the estate
    Restaurant  -  Top notch caribbean inspired cuisine, and relaxed beachside restaurant (open selected nights for dinner too)
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    Recommended by  -  I Escape, CN Traveller

    Sensational hotel above Smuggler's Cove. Rooms & villas are spacious, with shuttered windows, dark wood furniture and large verandahs. Villas have kitchens, living rooms & flexible layouts that are perfect for families or groups. Outdoor pool, gym, spa and gardens. Luxurious, intimate and serene. See More

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  • Calabash Cove Gros Islet, St Lucia 26 rooms from £432

    Honeymoons  -  The ideal honeymooners spot with sunset facing private terraces, spa treatments and much more!
    Restaurant  -  Windsong restaurant is highly regarded and serves a range of Caribbean and International dishes many with an Asian twist
    Whirlpool Bathtub  -  Book a swim up junior suite or watersedge cottage for your own jetted tub for two
    Spa  -  Ti Spa offers a good range of relaxing treaments. Papaya or Coffee Scrub anyone?
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    Recommended by  -  Fodors

    Gorgeous beach front hotel. Contemporary rooms feature dark wood furniture, exposed beams and terraces with hammocks; larger suites have outdoor showers. Outdoor infinity pool, lush gardens, spa and private beach. Excellent Asian cuisine; swim-up pool bar. Chic, slick and friendly. See More

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  • East Winds Inn Gros Islet, St Lucia 30 rooms from £670

    Wellbeing  -  From yoga & pilates to fitness and diet, all aspects of guests' wellbeing are taken care of.
    Hideaway  -  Secluded location and quiet atmosphere, extensive bird-filled grounds and shore nearby
    Garden  -  Stunning 14 acre gardens with over 100 tropical species to discover.
    Diving  -  Dive shop, Caribbean Divers, is just 200 yards down the shore
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    Recommended by  -  Kiwi Collection, Fodors

    Elegant all inclusive beachfront hotel in 14 acres of lush gardens with 30 large airy rooms in cottages scattered throughout. Outdoor pool, direct beach access, outdoor fitness track & complimentary yoga classes. Fantastic fresh local cuisine, jolly bar area. Ideal for a laid back, low key holiday. See More

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  • The BodyHoliday at Le Sport Gros Islet, St Lucia 152 rooms from £848

    Active Holiday  -  Wellbeing hotel focuses on fitness and relaxation - spa treatment, personal trainer and sports lesson included in the rate
    Spa  -  Daily spa treatment included in the rate
    Tennis  -  Courts and equipment available
    Sights nearby  -  Pigeon Island National Park
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    Recommended by  -  Fodors

    Splendid adults-only, all inclusive, wellbeing hotel on the beach. Rooms feature four poster beds, marble floors and elegant bathrooms. Outdoor pool, spa, gym, tennis courts and watersports. Fantastic pan-Asian cuisine, music evenings in the buzzy bar. Rejuvenating, relaxing and carefree. See More

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