East Winds Saint Lucia

They gave my wife special care because of her food allergies, making sure what she was served was safe for her and still delicious. Each guest gets personal attention. We had an amazing experience and will definitely return.

The small, 30 room hotel sits right on the beach among lovely gardens. High seas got into the bar, restaurant and beach areas at the start, causing some flooding. This wasn’t new to the team, and everyone handled it seamlessly, from the restaurant and bar staff to maintenance, gardeners and management. My only slight gripe is that rock outcrops intrude into the beach and limit swimming space. There’s also a sand shelf just offshore, so when the sea is a bit rough, getting out can mean a frequent barrel roll up and back down. Lots of repeat guests, some of whom have returned over 30 times.

The people were the best thing about East Winds. We’ve never felt so welcomed at a hotel. Every staff member was lovely, warm and friendly, and our stay wouldn’t have been as amazing without them. We met lots of repeat guests, and now we hope to return soon ourselves. We came back recently from a week at the resort, chosen because of its excellent reviews, which we can only echo after staying there. It’s a special, beautiful and serene place, set in a tropical garden full of plants, trees and wildlife. A mango tree stood outside our cottage, and we saw hummingbirds around the terrace every day. The rooms are lovely, beautifully decorated and spacious, with a big comfy bed and a fully stocked fridge with soft drinks, beers and wines. The resort is gorgeous, with great pool and beach areas and plenty of sunloungers, so there’s always a good spot. Food and drinks were a highlight. Breakfast and lunch buffets were varied and delicious. I had chocolate mousse almost every lunchtime because it was so good. Dinners were more formal, with a four course menu each night. The dishes were high quality, and we left every meal full and happy. Cocktails were tasty, dinner came with a great choice of wines, and the rum tasting session was really fun.

The staff were at the heart of this stay, from the restaurant and bar, spa, beach watersports and reception to security, the ‘good vibes’ excursion organiser and managing director. The service, facilities and excursions were incredible, and the hotel clearly has good connections across the island. We saw lots of dolphins on one of the trips, which was awesome. Thanks East Winds, simply the best. My wife, our two children and I have never felt so welcomed at a hotel. The team were genuinely happy to have our children there, and the setting and excursions were child friendly. Before we arrived I wondered whether it would feel too focused on adults, but that worry disappeared straight away. East Winds is a special place, a tropical paradise with lush gardens around the accommodations that flow into a beach with beautiful turquoise and emerald water. It’s relaxing, easy to navigate and all on one level. The restaurant was gorgeous and the food delicious. The decor is individual and interesting, matching the setting’s vibrancy and peacefulness. The facilities and service made this by far the best hotel my family and I have stayed at. Having seen Jade Mountain and Sugar Beach resorts, this tops them both, especially since the layout is so easy that you simply don’t need butler service.