East Winds

St Lucia, Caribbean

Virgin rating

Superior Cottage
Superior Cottage
Superior Cottage
Deluxe Cottage Rooms
Deluxe Cottage
Deluxe Cottage
Deluxe Cottage
Deluxe Cottage
Ocean Front Suite
Ocean Front Suite
Ocean Front Suite
Restaurant
East Winds Sunset Bar
Restaurant
Yoga Pavilion
Yoga Pavilion
Spa
Club House
Superior Cottage
Superior Cottage
Superior Cottage
Deluxe Cottage Rooms
Deluxe Cottage
Deluxe Cottage
Deluxe Cottage
Deluxe Cottage
Ocean Front Suite
Ocean Front Suite
Ocean Front Suite
Restaurant
East Winds Sunset Bar
Restaurant
Yoga Pavilion
Yoga Pavilion
Spa
Club House

The hotel

Staying here at East Winds you get the feeling you've joined a secretive, but rather wonderful club. Hidden away down a secluded lane, you’ll stay in unique cottage-style rooms, dotted around the 12 acres of attractive, well-tended gardens that open out onto a wonderfully serene beach. All the ingredients used in the restaurants are freshly sourced and even hand picked from the East Wind’s own garden. Everything from the excellent service to the high quality food has been carefully crafted with you in mind.

Amenities

  • Kayaking
  • Snorkelling
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Swimming Pool
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

On a lovely beach amid tropical gardens. 15 minutes to Castries. Transfer time from airport: 1 hour 15 minutes.

Hotel information

30 cottage-style rooms. All with covered patio, ceiling fan, air-conditioning, tea/coffee maker, flat screen TV and DVD player, fridge (replenished daily with soft drinks and beer), safe, walk-in shower and hairdryer. Superior Cottage Rooms are hexagonal in shape, with 1 king-size bed or 2 twin beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children (8-15 years) with rollaway bed. 

All Inclusive of: complimentary sparkling wine and chocolates in the room upon arrival. Full breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and four-course gourmet dinner. All drinks including international brands, wines and Champagne. All activities and entertainment above unless otherwise stated. 

Deluxe Cottage Rooms have a private covered terrace, air-conditioning, TV, DVD player and larger bathroom, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child (8-15 years) on a rollaway bed. 

Ocean Front Rooms are located in one wing of a beach house at the front of the property, closer to the beach with sea views from sun decks. Open-air lounge, pantry and flat screen TV/DVD player*, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Ocean Front Suite has a separate sitting area, air-conditioning and unobstructed sea views from a small private balcony, flat screen TV/DVD player*, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children(8-15 years).

2-Bedroom Deluxe Cottage - comprises of 2 Deluxe Garden Cottages connected via an exterior door on the patio, sleeping maximum 4 adults and 2 children (8-15 years) on rollaway beds.

  • Book by 31 December 2024  to receive up to 15% off stays between 1 Jan– 31 31 Mar '25. Terms and conditions apply. Blackout Dates apply. Applies to certain room types.
  • Book by 31 December 2025  to receive up to 15% off stays between 31 Jan– 31 Mar '26. Terms and conditions apply. Blackout Dates apply. Applies to certain room types.

Flamboyant gourmet restaurant and bar, both next to the beach (serving contemporary cuisine with a Caribbean twist, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner). Light-bite menu (12:30-7:00pm). Full bar and light-bite service available at beach and pool areas. Beach barbecues and lunch hampers made up for private excursions.

Live entertainment up to six times a week, plus social events including cooking demonstrations and rum tasting. Manager's weekly Champagne cocktail party. Exclusive Experiences*: guests can enjoy hand-picked experiences to discover more about Saint Lucia, many included in the All-Inclusive rate.

Freeform swimming pool with swim-up bar. Spa Pavilion which provides a specially selected list of treatments* available 6 days of the week. Water sports include Hobie Cats, pedaloes, kayaks, aqua-boards and snorkelling. Motorised water sports available at nearby beach*. Yoga pavilion (includes complimentary yoga and Pilates several times a week). Club House with library and board games. Open air jogging track with exercise stations.

Complimentary WiFi available throughout hotel.

This hotel has a Tourism Accommodation Fee of $6 per person, per night (payable locally, subject to change). Children aged 12-17 will be charged US $3 per person, per night. No fee for under 12s.

Good general access for guests who are able to walk short distances and can manage up to six steps. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

3 nights between 1 Apr-20 Dec and 1 Apr-30 Apr.6 nights between 4 Jan-31 Mar, 21 Dec-31 Mar, 21 Dec-3 Jan and 4 Jan-31 Mar. 

* Denotes local charge.

Dress code: shorts and sleeveless t-shirts are not welcome in the evening (but jeans are acceptable). This applies to boys aged 8-15 as well as adults.

Please note: under 8 years not permitted. 

Please note: all table service.

Please note: remote check-in from rooms.

Please note: luggage disinfected on arrival​.

 

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating A Stunning Relaxing Resort

Oct 27, 2024 AdamB3390 Dudley, United Kingdom

Just back from our first visit to St Lucia and after extensive research on places to stay we were recommended East Winds. All we can say is wow, East Winds is an absolutely stunning resort. Nestled in idyllic tropical gardens are a series of cottages. We stayed in a newly renovated superior cottage and it was a stunning cottage. UK plug sockets… Read more
Just back from our first visit to St Lucia and after extensive research on places to stay we were recommended East Winds. All we can say is wow, East Winds is an absolutely stunning resort. Nestled in idyllic tropical gardens are a series of cottages. We stayed in a newly renovated superior cottage and it was a stunning cottage. UK plug sockets so if travelling from the UK no need to take adapters. A well stocked mini fridge refilled daily and a very comfy king sized bed. The staff are amazing, so knowledgeable and friendly and the service we received was the best we have received of any resort we have previously been to. The food is amazing, from breakfast which is buffet as well as chef prepared food if required. Lunches again were so good with BBQs and buffet food Evening meals are truly spectacular. With each night being a four course a la carte menu with paired wine. Every night is something different. We were there for 10 days and never had the same meal twice. Again the food is some of the best food we have ever had when travelling. A huge shout out to Miriam in the restaurant who is absolutely wonderful and always greeted us with a huge smile Small beach but plenty big enough with the smaller number of guests, plenty of sun loungers. Also a lovely pool with a self service swim up bar. Plenty of excursions to choose from the resort and although we wanted a more relaxed holiday we went on the sunset cruise arranged by Simeon and it was wonderful. Simeon is great and he is the person who can organise any excursions on offer and something slightly different if you wish I could keep going on all the amazing things this resort has to offer. If I could give this resort and staff more than 5 stars I would it's exceptional. We will definitely be returning to East Winds and to see all the wonderful staff again Adam & Stephanie(Room 4) Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Nice holiday and some surprises - in a good way.

Aug 15, 2024 St-Lucia_Enthusiast Andwell, United Kingdom

East Winds Another good stay. Staff were lovely as always. Housekeeping ok but not quite as good as before Watersports amazing and built up my confidence further re sailing Food was good to excellent. Ivana kindly did a special 5 course meal for us which was lovely. We were also introduced to Junior who was doing the desserts. A very talented… Read more
East Winds Another good stay. Staff were lovely as always. Housekeeping ok but not quite as good as before Watersports amazing and built up my confidence further re sailing Food was good to excellent. Ivana kindly did a special 5 course meal for us which was lovely. We were also introduced to Junior who was doing the desserts. A very talented young man. Transport to and from the cricket well organised by Paul and East Winds great about giving us sandwiches and wine for our rooms so we could eat late when we got back. Lovely Houseparty atmosphere and fun guests. Have already booked for next year and looking forward to the tweaks and improvements . Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Wonderful holiday

Aug 3, 2024 pahankins Huddersfield, United Kingdom

Stayed at East Winds for one week (sadly) in early July. This was our first trip to St Lucia, and what a choice we made with this resort. Stunning location, with the most helpful, and friendliest staff we have ever met anywhere. Nothing was a problem to them, they all went over and above what is expected. Accommodation was very clean and spacious,… Read more
Stayed at East Winds for one week (sadly) in early July. This was our first trip to St Lucia, and what a choice we made with this resort. Stunning location, with the most helpful, and friendliest staff we have ever met anywhere. Nothing was a problem to them, they all went over and above what is expected. Accommodation was very clean and spacious, food and drinks were excellent quality. Hopefully we will return one day, but would highly recommend to anyone thinking of staying ThankYou to all, who made it a holiday to remember. Phil and Kate. UK Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A beautiful and picturesque resort

Jul 28, 2024 lucy_jayne99 London, United Kingdom

I came to St Lucia with some friends who were getting married at the hotel and it was a beautiful week. The grounds are stunning and the accommodation is very traditional. Every single member of staff was incredibly friendly, welcoming and helpful throughout our stay. The wedding was absolutely stunning and executed exceptionally from the team.… Read more
I came to St Lucia with some friends who were getting married at the hotel and it was a beautiful week. The grounds are stunning and the accommodation is very traditional. Every single member of staff was incredibly friendly, welcoming and helpful throughout our stay. The wedding was absolutely stunning and executed exceptionally from the team. The rooms have bug spray and insect repellent which was a lovely touch! I had a massage and the open air experience whilst hearing all the calmness from the gardens was amazing. We were unfortunate to be here for hurricane beryl but it was handled so professionally and the team ensured we’d have anything we needed and we still had hot meals delivered during this time. They had also arranged for us to have breakfast / lunch / day access at a nearby hotel whilst they cleaned up the grounds following the hurricane. It’s a very traditional experience at east winds and one I would recommend for authenticity and charm. An excellent team which truly make it too! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A wonderful hotel with the friendliest staff we've ever encountered!

Jul 20, 2024 steveo91 Manchester, United Kingdom

Our first trip to East Winds and it lived up to all our expectations, having been recommended to stay by our friends who joined us on the holiday. Let's start with the staff at the hotel - quite simply the friendliest and best staff we have ever come across anywhere in the world - NOTHING is too much trouble! The restaurant in particular is… Read more
Our first trip to East Winds and it lived up to all our expectations, having been recommended to stay by our friends who joined us on the holiday. Let's start with the staff at the hotel - quite simply the friendliest and best staff we have ever come across anywhere in the world - NOTHING is too much trouble! The restaurant in particular is fabulous - open air and beautiful views across the beach and most lunchtimes and evenings have some entertainment (the steel drums are brilliant) The food is simply fantastic. We booked a Deluxe cottage, which was worth the extra cost, as they are beautiful. Couple of things to note (but please don't let them put you off!) but there are lots of Mozzies so make sure you are well protected at ALL times - the hotel provides all sorts of sprays but make sure you use them. The other thing to be aware of is the 1 hr and 20 min transfer, which is a struggle for those who suffer travel sickness as it's very winding roads ... but is also a good opportunity to see the Island and both our drivers were very friendly and informative. All in all - we would MASSIVELY recommend as a fabulous place to holiday in paradise - thank you to all the wonderful staff for making it such a special place! Read less