Vacationers who are searching for a pretty beach away from the crowds may fall in love with Malabar Beach.

The white sands of Malabar Beach run adjacent to the runway of the Vigie Airport.

While some of the beaches in St. Lucia are more secluded than Malabar Beach the mix of natural setting, personality and other features offered at this location might be just what you are seeking.

You may find that beaches throughout St. Lucia are most often quiet beaches, but Malabar Beach is the exception to the rule. That's not to say this spot is particularly urbanized it isn't families and groups of friends that decide to check out this beach may choose to escape the city's bustle without missing the chance to people watch.

For some visitors the amenities and attractions at or around a beach are important. Others feel that opportunities for privacy and spending a relaxing day in the sun are extremely important. There are plenty of beaches in St. Lucia, and Malabar Beach may be just right for you.

Location

You'll find this beach located on St. Lucia's northwestern coast. If you are staying at the Sandals Halcyon Beach St. Lucia it is just 0.4 miles away. Malabar Beach is near Castries, so a trip into town is a convenient option.

Nearby Hotels

The number of other guests enjoying the beach can vary widely -- it depends on when you visit. You can typically expect to encounter a fair number of vacationers who are staying close by. There are a fair number of hotels nearby. So if you're interested in staying in this neighborhood you shouldn't have much difficulty.

Additional hotel options are listed in the following table.

Amenities and Ambience

The number of people at the beach is affected by the time of year, day of the week, and other factors. Some of St. Lucia's beaches may rarely be crowded, while others are often crowded particularly when tourism season is as its peak. When considering a day at the beach, an important thing to keep in mind may be the size of the crowd you'll encounter. While some like a crowded beach with plenty of people and activity, others would just like to relax in a quiet spot.

Like everything else about St. Lucia this beach has a distinctive quality which will appeal to some visitors more than others. The special qualities of this beach are rather different from many of the other beaches in St. Lucia.

Attractions

The beach is also conveniently close to several noteworthy natural attractions, including National Cultural Centre, which is located 1.2 miles to the south of Malabar Beach.

Historical attractions such as Morne Fortune offer a good complement to the sandy shores of Malabar Beach, providing beachgoers with opportunity to find out more about St. Lucia without venturing too far from the beach.

If activity is your top vacation choice, this beach isn't far from any of the items in the following table.

Food

If you get hungry around midday, this beach provides some viable options without making you go far away.

Some dining options are provided in the following table.

St. Lucia offers many great restaurants, but some meals are best enjoyed out of doors. Some visitors like having a meal on the beach. Many hotels will prepare a picnic lunch for you, or you can find picnic supplies en route to the beach.

Other Beaches

Vacationers will find plenty of beaches in St. Lucia, so Malabar Beach is just one of the options. Another location you might enjoy is Rodney Bay; it's found 3.6 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.

If you're looking for a more active beach scene, Vigie Beach may be just what you're looking for. It's found 0.1 miles to the southwest.

Another option worth considering is Choc Beach, located 1 mile from Malabar Beach. With its calm waters, and nearby amenities, Choc Beach is a popular spot with vacationing families.

When you're ready to hit the beach in St. Lucia you'll have plenty of choices, including a visit to Malabar Beach and more.