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Town in Gros Islet Quarter, Saint Lucia
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Gros Islet is a town at the far northern end of Saint Lucia. It is the newest town in Saint Lucia, being the most recent to have been promoted from being a village.
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An old military fort, previously an island but now connected to the rest of Saint Lucia, that has a few hiking trails that leads to a view of Martinique and a beach. Plenty of parking right outside the entrance.
This is the most popular beach on the west coast, with the best amenities. It's only a few hundred metres from the beaches on the seafront at Gros Islet, but as the marina entrance is between the two, it's a good 30 minutes walk back along the main road and past the marina and then turn right at the shopping mall.
On the east coast, this can be reached by following the (occasionally dirt) road that goes past the Cotton Bay Village resort. The beach has a couple of restaurants, but is still largely untouched. It's a popular spot for kite surfing and a kite surfing school operates from here.
This is an almost completely secluded and untouched beach just around the headland to the south of Cas en Bas. It's popular with kite surfers and locals, who tend to drive there in the 4-wheel drive cars.
Narrow beach on the seafront of Gros Islet town.
About 1 km long, north of Gros Islet town. The first half of the beach is undeveloped. There are usually few people, except on weekends. The second half of the beach is developed with Landings and Sandals Grande resorts.
The main yacht marina on Saint Lucia. It has good amenities and a range of overpriced cafes selling European food.
formerly Beausejour
This hosts the Windward Islands team, and St Lucia Kings in the Caribbean Premier League; they also play in Castries. With a capacity of 13,000, it was opened in 2002 and renamed for the Windies captain in 2016.
Snuba is the ultimate happy-medium for those wanting to go beyond snorkeling without the training and concerns associated with a deep dive. The tour begins from a sandy beach and descends to a maximum depth of 20 feet. There is no need to surface for air or to tussle with bulky equipment.
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Local and international cuisine available. Internet Wifi and reasonable laundry service also available.
All-inclusive resort covering 22 acres set amongst palms with a beach on a secluded cove.
A spacious, village-style resort located on 60 acres of lush tropical gardens.
4-star Caribbean beach resort on Reduit Beach.
Medium-sized 3-star property, 5 minutes away from sister property, Bay Gardens Beach Resort.
Cosy, intimate 3-star hotel, voted Best Small Hotel in the Caribbean by Virgin Holidays.
A relaxed atmosphere where each room has a private bathroom, free wifi and communal patio overlooking the sea with hammocks.
Designed in an elegant Spanish Caribbean style, Cap Maison is a stylish boutique resort.
Self-catering apartments.
Near Gros Islet, Rodney Bay and the marina yacht harbour, on a hill with a nice view. All apartments are equipped with a basic kitchen, bathrooms and ocean view balconies. High speed wireless Internet access is free.
A very clean, well-equipped and friendly establishment, with views overlooking the marina. One of the cheapest options and with good wireless.
La Panache Oceanview Guesthouse
The La Panache St. Lucia Caribbean guesthouse is located near Gros Islet, Rodney Bay and the marina yacht harbour on a hill with a stunning view. All apartments are equipped with a basic kitchen, bathrooms, balconies and spacious beds with fans and mosquito netting. Towels and bed linen are provided. High speed wireless Internet access is free.
Mediterranean village-style resort on 55 acres of lush tropical landscaping overlooking picturesque Labrelotte Bay.
Has a good range of shops and is a well-stocked supermarket.
The local bus service 1a runs regularly from Castries. A single should cost about EC$2.50.
Read in the guideBuses are the least expensive method of travelling. The bus route (1A) leaves from Gros Islet to Castries every few minutes.50, per person. The buses have an 'M' prefix on their registration plates.
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