Luxury Hotel · St Lucia
Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort
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At a glance
Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort occupies 100 acres of tropical rainforest on the site of an 18th-century sugar estate in the Val des Pitons, on the south-western coast of St Lucia. The twin volcanic Pitons, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, rise from the water on either side. The only white sand beach on this stretch of coast sits at the foot of the estate.
The resort was originally the Jalousie Estate, and that history runs through the architecture with four-poster beds, colonial detailing and the ruins of the original sugar mill still visible from the guestrooms above. Nine dining and drinking venues, a Rainforest Spa with treehouse treatment rooms, a Racquet Club, a PADI dive facility and a kids club complete the offering. One Michelin Key.
Highlights
- 100-acre estate in the Val des Pitons, between St Lucia’s UNESCO World Heritage Pitons, with the only white sand beach on this stretch of the south-western coast.
- 130 rooms, villas, bungalows and residences with private plunge pools and butler service, ranging from Sugar Mill rooms to four-bedroom beachfront residences.
- Nine dining venues, a Rainforest Spa with treehouse treatment rooms, a Racquet Club and a PADI dive facility, with One Michelin Key.
Accommodation
Rooms
Dressed in colonial styling with four-poster beds, Egyptian cotton linens and private plunge pools or swimming pools throughout, all with butler service.
The Luxury and Superior Sugar Mill rooms sit within the original sugar mill buildings with views of Gros Piton and the gardens, the Superior adding a roof terrace overlooking the ocean, while the Luxury and Deluxe Cottages feature high-beamed ceilings and views over the rainforest and the Pitons, with the Deluxe Cottage adding a private terrace and plunge pool at 1,225 square feet.
Villa's
The villa collection ranges from the Luxury Villa through to the Two Bedroom Grand Luxury Villa, each with Piton and sea views and private plunge pools, with the Two Bedroom configuration at 1,866 square feet suited to families or groups.
The Beachfront Bungalows sit directly on Sugar Beach with the Caribbean Sea steps from the door. The Residences range from one to four bedrooms with fully fitted kitchens, sun terraces and private pools, with the Four Bedroom Beachfront Collection at 4,000 square feet offering 180-degree views of the Pitons and the sea.
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Food & Drink
Saltwood
The resort’s signature restaurant in the main house, serving steaks and seafood with views over the beach and the Pitons. The adjoining Saltwood Bar serves cocktails and pre-dinner bites.
Bonté Restaurant and Bar
A beachfront venue open day to night, with guests dining on the deck or on the sand, with live entertainment each evening.
Cocoa Mill
The resort’s chocolate boutique, with handmade chocolates and rum and chocolate pairing experiences.
Spa & Wellness
The Rainforest Spa sits among the gardens next to a stream, with treehouse treatment rooms, a relaxation pavilion, a steam dome and a Temazcal outdoor sauna.
The treatment menu covers massages, wraps and facials, with the signature Chocolate Scrub using Dead Sea salts, essential oils and organic cocoa. A fitness centre with yoga and fitness classes is available on site.
The Sugar Beach Racquet Club offers tennis, padel and pickleball courts with a dedicated lounge. Water sports including kayaking, windsurfing, snorkelling and scuba diving are available through the resort’s PADI dive facility. A kids club caters for families.
St Lucia
Known for its breathtaking scenery, the combination of mountains coated in jungle plants and the white sandy beaches along with the pockets of luxurious resorts makes it the perfect places to relax if you are seeking a laid-back atmosphere. Our favourite resorts are The Bodyholiday which is great if you are looking for a full body detox.
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