St Lucia / Special Interests / Family
St Lucia is a popular island for families which offers many different sides. Down south, families can explore the majestic Pitons, the Botanical Gardens, take a trek or a mountain bike through the rainforest or a zipwire adventure, not to mention a stroll into a walk-in volcano. Up north the island is less hilly with more resorts and the historic Pigeon Point to explore.
Aside from the lovely beaches and watersports, there are many other sports such as horse riding and tennis as well as natural attractions such as the Grand Anse Turtle Watch.
The St Lucia Tourist Board has launched a summer ‘Go Bananas’ initiative with a discount booklet for restaurants, shops and tours, complimentary room upgrades for families and the chance to win a trip back.
There’s a good choice hotels and villas that are very suitable for families. Smugglers Cove Resort & Spa on the north west of St Lucia is a new four-star all-inclusive with Maco’s Kids Club which caters for new born babies to teenagers. The hotel also has several children’s pools and a 100m waterslide and dedicated play areas including a replica of the island’s Fort Rodney. There’s a kids ecological learning centre at The Jalousie Plantation, while Cotton Bay Village offers a ‘Bring the baby, not the baggage concept’ with everything from nappies to car seats at the resort so you don’t have to pack everything but the kitchen sink.
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Admiral's Quay Villas & Villa Living
Enjoy the best of both worlds at this development in the heart of lively Rodney Bay Marina, but tucked away in its own peaceful enclave. Sleeps 5. Read more
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Arc En Ciel Villas & Villa Living
A luxurious fully-staffed villa with a comfortable feel, set in landscaped woodland gardens with a large swimming pool complete with waterfall, grotto and plunge pool. Sleeps 10. Read more
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Bananaquit House Villas & Villa Living
This light and airy staffed villa is an ideal retreat for families and stands out for its fabulous location affording wonderful views of St Lucia’s twin Pitons. Sleeps 10. Read more
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Royal by rex resorts Hotels & Resorts
A large and lively 96-room resort hotel well-positioned on the sands of Reduit Beach in the north of St Lucia. Read more
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The Ginger Lily Hotel Boutique/Small Hotels & Inns
A small and friendly 8 room hotel set right in Rodney Bay in the north of St Lucia. Read more
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Cap Maison Hotels & Resorts
A luxury hacienda-style suite hotel with 50 rooms on the Cap Estate in the far north of St Lucia. Excellent facilities including a spa, gym, yoga and waterfront restaurant. Read more
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Cap Pavilion Villas & Villa Living
A luxurious fully-staffed hilltop retreat that oozes glamour, elegance and sweeping views in every direction, while its secluded location promises the utmost privacy. Sleeps 11. Read more
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Cotton Bay Village Villa & Condo Resorts
Cotton Bay Village: A luxury villa resort designed for families in the far north of St Lucia, with 74 suites, townhouses and free standing villas behind a curve of Atlantic-facing sand. There are very good facilities including a spa, a children’s club, golf right next door and optional butler service. Read more
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Hummingbird House Villas & Villa Living
A stylish, laidback escape in the hills of the Cap Estate that blends easily into the tropical surroundings and boasts charm and rustic style. Sleeps 6. Read more
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La Fleur Des Pitons Villas & Villa Living
With its natural feel and open-plan design that makes the most of its tropical location and stunning views, this staffed hideaway is made for romantics. Sleep 4. Read more
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Le Gallerie Villas & Villa Living
The elevated location gives this staffed villa a tree-house feel with wonderful views over the Pitons, accentuated by the open, bright interior and wraparound terrace. Sleeps 10. Read more
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Saline Reef Villas & Villa Living
This villa offers Caribbean living with a contemporary twist thanks to its open-plan living area and sun terrace that capitalises on its cliff-side location within the Cap Estate. Sleeps 6. Read more
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Wild Orchid Villas & Villa Living
This luxurious staffed retreat capitalises on fabulous far-reaching views with extensive outdoor living areas, while the light décor brings a cool, fresh feel to the spacious interior. Sleeps 6. Read more
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La Paloma Villas & Villa Living
A homely hacienda-style villa acclaimed as one of the best rental properties on the island with its pretty surroundings and picturesque swimming pool with hot tub. Sleeps 12. Read more
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Villa Paradisso Villas & Villa Living
This staffed modern villa combines elegance with modernity, accentuated by classic Caribbean style furnishings that bring out the traditional local flavour. Sleeps 7. Read more
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La Dauphine Estate Villas & Villa Living
A graceful Caribbean retreat brimming with traditional St Lucian style amid the fertile surroundings of an old estate where bananas and cocoa grow. Sleeps 12. Read more
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Looking for inspiration?
- Visit the world's only drive through volcano
- Play a round of golf at the Cap Estate
- Try dramatic wall diving off the base of the Petit Piton
- Eat local food and dance all night at Fish Friday, Anse La Raye
- Get married at a choice of romantic spots from private beaches and gardens to cliff tops and brigs
