All-Inclusive Resorts in St. Lucia

All-inclusive resorts in St. Lucia allow guests to worry about nothing, enjoy everything

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One of the perks of picking an all-inclusive resort in St. Lucia is that the island is so new to the phenomenon that it offers them in fine-tuned perfection. At the same time, St. Lucia is not so overrun by all-inclusives you can't get away from their warmly-calculated pampering when you want to.

There are only a handful all-inclusive resorts in St. Lucia and, with the notable exceptions of the Coconut Bay in Vieux Fort and the The Jalousie Plantation in Soufrière, all are located at the northwest end of the island, scattered between the urban center of the Castries and its rural neighbor Gros Islet. Most resorts are family-friendly with package variations for couples, singles, and seniors.

While prices may seem high, travelers should take into account all that is included in these packages. Food, lodging, entertainment, and transportation are usually a part of the price of such resorts, and it can be difficult to find a better deal.

There is little these resorts do not offer. Many have multiple in-house restaurants ranging from fine dining with elegant and sophisticated surroundings to informal seafood buffets awash in tropical regalia. In addition to the standard entertainments of tennis, volleyball, guided tours, and horse-back riding; many all-inclusive resorts also offer 18-hole golf courses, sailing lessons, deep-sea fishing excursions, water parks for the kids, swim-up bars for the adults, and pung pools bubbling with volcanic mineral water pumped fresh from the Pitons for those who simply want to feel good.

There are those who argue that staying at an all-inclusive resort can take much of the fun out of exploring a new country. After all, resorts with all meals and activities included make it more expensive to strike out on your own and explore a local restaurant or take a tour on your own. 

The Resorts

Coconut Bay Resort and Spa

When traveling to the Caribbean, many guests are usually looking for an adults-only relaxing retreat, or a family-friendly vacation spot.  Coconut Bay Resort and Spa has combined both of these desires into one amazing resort experience.  The resort has been split up into two sections, named"Harmony" and"Splash."  On the Harmony side, adults enjoy rooms looking out over peaceful scenery, revel in spa services, and relax in ocean side cabanas.  Meanwhile, at Splash, families stay in colorful rooms, enjoy days at the on-site water park, play hard at the Kidz Klub, and have strategic family fun at the new paintball facilities.  Regardless of what side you choose to stay at, rates begin at $420 (USD). 

Jalousie Plantation

The Jalousie Plantation does not actually refer to itself as an all-inclusive resort; however, all of the basics are included.  Room rates begin at $240 (USD) per night, with children under that age of 16 staying free in the same room as their parents.  This rate includes such complimentary activities as scuba lessons, tennis lessons, use of the fitness center, access to several non-motorized water sports and land sports.  There are also daily activities for children, and baby-sitting services (at an additional charge).  All though meals are not included in the price of the room, meal plans can be purchased for between $28 and $150 (USD) per day, depending on how many meals you would like to include in your package.

Sandals

With three of Sandals all-inclusive resorts in St. Lucia, guests have their choice of locations and price tags, with packages starting at around $900 (USD) and topping out at around $2,000 (USD) depending on the time and length of your stay.  Sandals offers its guests at all resorts fine-dining, luxurious accommodations, championship golf, water sports, personal butler service, taxes, and tips for one price.  Sandals is also happy to help you arrange tours of the island with third-party tour groups, but the price of these excursions is not included in your package.  The Sandals resorts in St. Lucia are Sandals Grande St. Lucia, Sandals Halcyon Beach, and Sandals Regency St. Lucia Golf Resort.  Halcyon Beach and Regency St. Lucia are both 3-star resorts, while Grande St. Lucia is rated with four stars.

When it comes to variety, the amazing choice of activities at St. Lucia's all-inclusive resorts will give you more to do than you will ever have time to enjoy.

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