If you're looking for a pretty beach in a natural setting, you might want to visit Anse Chastanet.

Anse Chastanet features gigantic lush palm trees, which provide cool shady spots for beachgoers to escape the scorching afternoon sun. Rolling green hills add to an interesting contrast the beach's exotic ebony sands.

While St. Lucia has beaches that are more secluded than Anse Chastanet the natural beauty, atmosphere and personality provided by this location might be just right for you.

Seclusion and privacy are part of the draw to St. Lucia's beaches, and Anse Chastanet offers a taste of travel away from the beaten path though you'll never be too far away, either. Cities are close without being too close you won't lack for anything.

Many visitors feel that the amenities and attractions at or around a beach are important. For others, getting the chance to spend a day in the sun and experience seclusion is the most important thing. There are plenty of beaches in St. Lucia, and you may decide that Anse Chastanet is right on target for you.

Location

You'll find this beach on the southwestern coast of St. Lucia. It is located 0.1 miles from the Anse Chastanet Resort. Anse Chastanet is close to Soufriere, so exploring the town is a convenient option.

Nearby Hotels

Whether or not you encounter many other people will depend on when you visit. You can expect to encounter a fair number of visitors from nearby hotels. Those looking to stay in the vicinity of this beach can certainly find a spot.

The following table provides additional hotel options near this beach.

Amenities and Ambience

The amount of people on the beach depends on several things, like the time of year and day of the week. A few of St. Lucia's beaches may hardly ever be crowded, while others are frequently crowded especially during the high tourism season. An important element to consider when planning a day at the beach can be, for some beach goers, the possibility of crowds. While some like a crowded beach with plenty of people and activity, other beach bums like a quieter oceanfront setting.

Like many places in St. Lucia this beach has a distinctive quality which some visitors will find just perfect. The special qualities of this beach are a bit different from what you'll experience at other beach locations in St. Lucia. Anse Chastanet is one of the hidden beaches of St. Lucia.

Attractions

While visiting this beach vacationers will have easy access to some worthwhile natural attractions, like Anse Chastanet Dive Spot which you will find 0.6 miles to the southwest of Anse Chastanet.

Historical attractions like Ft. Charlotte offer a nice complement to the shores of Anse Chastanet giving visitors the opportunity to learn more about St. Lucia without venturing too far from the beach.

If activity is your top vacation choice, you'll find the closest ones to the beach in the following table.

Food

It doesn't matter what kind of meal, a fantastic way to start—or finish-- your day of fun in the sun is sometimes patronizing a local eatery, where you'll be able to sample local cuisine without having to go too far from the beach.

The table below lists restaurant options.

Every location has its own cuisine, and St. Lucia is no different. One of the nicest places to enjoy local fare is right at the beach. Many hotels will prepare a picnic lunch for you, or you can pick up some food en route to the beach.

Other Beaches

St. Lucia is blessed with many beaches and Anse Chastanet is just one option. Another location you might enjoy is Rodney Bay, located 17.3 miles to the north. Rodney Bay's pretty beaches are not the focal point at this tourist haven, where many guests come to spend time at the beach, shops, restaurants, and other areas scattered along the shore.

Still, if you're searching for something a little more active, you might like Anse Couchon. It is located 1.3 miles to the northwest.

You might also want to visit Anse des Pitons, which you'll find 3.3 miles from Anse Chastanet. Formerly one of St. Lucia's black sand beaches, Anse des Pitons has been transformed into an pearly-white shoreline of sugary sands.

You'll find a great deal of variety in St. Lucia, whether or not you choose to make Anse Chastanet a part of your vacation.