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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Traveller rating

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Jul 13, 2024 Richard C

We had a really lovely 11 night stay at East Winds in June. It was a joy to step back on to the property for the first time in 2 years and the first time since all the COVID restrictions had been lifted. The welcome we received from so many old friends we have come to know over a number of visits was as delightful as ever and they all continued… Read more
We had a really lovely 11 night stay at East Winds in June. It was a joy to step back on to the property for the first time in 2 years and the first time since all the COVID restrictions had been lifted. The welcome we received from so many old friends we have come to know over a number of visits was as delightful as ever and they all continued to look after us so well throughout our stay. The gardens leading down towards the beach from reception looked as neat and tidy as I can remember. Our wonderfully located room in the oceanfront building was beautifully presented on arrival and along with the adjacent lounge, provided a peaceful, relaxing and comfortable home for our holiday. The service in the restaurant and bars and out to our cabana at lunchtime was excellent throughout our stay. The staff, many of whom we have known for years looked after us fantastically well as ever. For an all-inclusive the food is very good. We had many lovely meals. Unfortunately we also had a few disappointing ones. I feel that East Winds were genuinely sad that we had been disappointed and they then went to great lengths to display their culinary worth and served us a wonderful meal, personally cooked and presented by Ivana. We really appreciated the gesture and the trouble she went to. We had a lovely evening. Their determination to ensure our pleasure is one of the reasons we love East Winds so much! However, there is so much more to East Winds than just the food. The setting, the staff, the ambience, the other guests all contribute to creating a wonderful place to escape the real world and to have a holiday that ticks for us, (on this occasion nearly) all the boxes. We will be back next year! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beautiful, charming, authentic hotel with superb service.

Jul 10, 2024 Sarah E London, United Kingdom

This was our fourth visit to St Lucia and our first to East Winds...it will not be our last as we hope to join the many repeat guests which speaks volumes about the quality of this wonderful hotel. We stayed in a semi detached standard room with many luxury features. The resort is small so we were close to all facilities. Room was very large and… Read more
This was our fourth visit to St Lucia and our first to East Winds...it will not be our last as we hope to join the many repeat guests which speaks volumes about the quality of this wonderful hotel. We stayed in a semi detached standard room with many luxury features. The resort is small so we were close to all facilities. Room was very large and attractive with plenty of storage space, very comfortable bed, Molton Brown toiletries in the bathroom and a separate utility area with 2 sinks, tea and coffee making equipment and minibar containing white wine, beer, water and cans of soft drink, snacks and chocolate. Rooms are are arranged back to back and each has its own very private terrace with thatched parasol and seating also with a hummingbird feeder. Room was kept to a very high standard by the excellent housekeeping team. Grounds are beautiful, mature, tropical and very well kept. The entire resort has a feeling of peace and beauty especially early in the morning when the birdsong is incredible. There are 2 areas of beach both with well spaced comfortable sunbeds and plenty of beach towels. Paddle boards, kayaks and hobie cats are available and the watersports team were really friendly and helpful. The pool is lovely with more very comfortable sunbeds and a help yourself bar complete with everything to make your own cocktails and a fridge full of soft drinks, beer and water. Food is excellent at all meals - buffet breakfasts and lunches with twice weekly BBQ lunch, the shrimp were amazing! Dinner was a la carte starting with an amuse bouche followed by 4 courses and a different menu each night, we enjoyed every meal and service was excellent. We also liked having a choice of specially chosen wines to complement the menu, The home made ice creams were a highlight - cashew nut and rosemary, avocado and lime, nutmeg and ginger! Our thanks to all the chefs and behind the scenes kitchen staff. The inclusion of French champagne as part of the all inclusive really made my holiday as I am not a big cocktail drinker although those I tried were excellent especially whilst watching the spectacular sunsets. Because the hotel only has 30 rooms the service felt very personal and was certainly the best we have ever experienced in the Caribbean. Special thanks to Wendell and Robert in the bar and the lovely waitress Jesse who always found time to chat and make sure we had everything we needed whilst always keeping on top of her workload. She is a credit to the hotel. Thanks also to Joe who was so kind and helpful when he took us out on a hobie cat which I thoroughly recommend. We were sad to leave and would like to thank every member of staff for their exceptional service...we will return without doubt! Read less
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Jun 24, 2024 realistic5 Australia

One of the most lovely places I’ve stayed. Very welcoming and friendly. Loved the book library. Great yoga and pilates. Coolish pool which was lovely. Always a beach chair available. Enjoyed using a paddle board. Liked the in room mini-bar and champagne on arrival. They put taxis to and from the airports on my room and a transfer to and from the… Read more
One of the most lovely places I’ve stayed. Very welcoming and friendly. Loved the book library. Great yoga and pilates. Coolish pool which was lovely. Always a beach chair available. Enjoyed using a paddle board. Liked the in room mini-bar and champagne on arrival. They put taxis to and from the airports on my room and a transfer to and from the cricket which was handy to pay using a credit card. Be warned the taxis are very expensive. Take buses if you can. Only one power point in my room would charge my phone and the kettle only worked in one (other) power point. Read less
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Jun 20, 2024 Nomad421958

We spent 7 days at East Winds and it was such a wonderful experience. We cannot say enough about the staff, so friendly and accommodating. The food was excellent! Beautiful views as well in the morning and at night. We took an excursion to the volcano and loved that it was a small group and Simeon made it so fun. We also renewed our vows and they… Read more
We spent 7 days at East Winds and it was such a wonderful experience. We cannot say enough about the staff, so friendly and accommodating. The food was excellent! Beautiful views as well in the morning and at night. We took an excursion to the volcano and loved that it was a small group and Simeon made it so fun. We also renewed our vows and they exceeded expectations with how beautiful everything was. ❤️ Read less
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May 21, 2024 Kerry H

Well what can I say! This resort lived up to its excellent reputation and trip advisor ratings! From start to extended finish, the attention to detail and exceptional service, from all the staff, we had to stay an extra 2nights due to flight cancellation, which reception dealt with promptly, allowing us to stay in our room, juggling other guests!… Read more
Well what can I say! This resort lived up to its excellent reputation and trip advisor ratings! From start to extended finish, the attention to detail and exceptional service, from all the staff, we had to stay an extra 2nights due to flight cancellation, which reception dealt with promptly, allowing us to stay in our room, juggling other guests! For which we were very grateful, the room was excellent, superior garden cottage, must say it was great location for all the areas we used, very well tended to by our room service lady, the restaurant, was just excellent, food was of very high standard both in quality and flavour, and nothing was too much trouble if you had a particular issue with a dish! The servers, waitresses and waiters and bar staff were so cheerful, helpful and courteous, and fun! It was an amazing holiday, one which we will never forget and hope to, like so many of their guests, come back to in the future! Thank you to all of the staff I won’t name as I’d be scared of missing anyone out as they all are truly a credit to the hotel!!! Read less