Anse Chastanet Resort

clemclemiM wrote a review June 2025

Great experience

Great place, beautiful location, very professional and friendly staff ! i will definitely come back ! The shuttle is very useful for the rooms upstairs and these room give a wonderful view to watch every moment of the day. The food is delicious with lots of choices also with vegan and gluten free options. Many activities to do even though the main activity that I did was diving.

Date of Stay: May 2025

Compass59140272218 wrote a review June 2025

Perfect hotel in St Lucia!

Incredibly perfect hotel in the stunning island of St Lucia.

We stayed here when on our honeymoon and had the best time. The hotel itself is a great representation of St Lucia, with the rooms looking out onto incredible ocean ir rainforest surroundings. It made you feel truly part of the overall experience of visiting the island.

Food was amazing - every night our dinner was exceptional. Lots of varied choices that change daily across a few different restaurants to eat at.

The beach was amazing, but be warned it’s a steep climb up a lot of steps to get back to the hotel, but they do run a shuttle service if you need it.

Finally the staff - the Caribbean approach to hospitality is the best in the world and it’s no different here. The staff always greet you warmly and make you feel like the most important person. They are such an asset to the resort.

I’d definitely recommend staying here for your St Lucia visit!

Date of Stay: June 2025

Lucian1708 wrote a review June 2025

Lunch

Had lunch at Anse Chastanet and met Lecia and shawnette. They were sooooooo amazing ! Professional yet absolutely friendly and welcoming. The food was also delicious !! I will be coming back ! Just because of the great service from the head chef, lecia and shawnette !!

Date of Stay: June 2025

H2711XHlt wrote a review June 2025

Superb location and wonderful staff

Superb location, wonderfully helpful staff throughout all areas. Excellent food and drink. Two lovely sandy beaches, one of which has trails through the forest behind it. Great for birdwatching. Refreshing to have no artificial pools as sea was so great for swimming. Good for snorkeling too and the Scuba Centre on site was very professionally run. Some might find the steps to beach a challenge but there is a shuttle service. We loved the style of the rooms with their vibrant decorations and ceiling fans (others may yearn for air con but we didn't miss it) and our amazing view as we had no other rooms in sight. Some of the trips and additional services seemed rather expensive but those we did were excellent: birdwatching day out which inc Des Cartier Trail, Wetlands and Light House with Willow who was extremely knowledgeable, and the Sunset Cruise which was led by very knowledgeable Captain and crewman. Really enjoyed the complimentary art lessons - Saki was so skillful and inspirational. Thanks to all staff who helped make our holiday such a great one.

Date of Stay: June 2025

howardb786 wrote a review July 2025

Great family trip

A wonderful oasis of great location, beautiful beach and beach-side coral with exceptional food and service.

Some of us scuba dived which was really good and the snorkeling off the beach for the rest of the group was great!

Food and drink were uniformly quite good.

We loved the open room design, we stayed in the double accommodation (2c) which had a large open deck/sitting area with a view of the ocean and the top of the pitons.

Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, from the overall manager to the beach attendants.

Date of Stay: June 2025

M337YSmikef wrote a review July 2025

Amazing

Hands down, the best vacation we have taken. From the moment we arrived we felt welcome and part of the family. Every employee, morsel of food and amenity surpassed our expectations. We will definitely return!

Date of Stay: July 2025

alyciabonci wrote a review July 2025
Chester, Connecticut

Welcome to Paradise.

This resort is not like the others! The Troubetzkoy family has done an amazing job of intertwining quiet luxury into nature. It stays true to a minimalistic Caribbean feel with lots of open air space. We stayed for 5 nights in July 2025 in a Premium Hillside Suite with an ocean view. It was extremely spacious and comfortable. Filtered, bottled water is replenished twice/day in the room’s mini fridge along with coffee, tea, and banana bread upon arrival with a rum cocktail. Swivel fans were provided along with ceiling fans as there is not air conditioning in most of the rooms; this was never an issue. Pro tip: the gym on the Jade Mountain side (which Anse Chastanet guests are able to use) is air conditioned with a great view of the Pitons. The ride from the airport to the resort is about 1 hour, and we opted for the resort to make an arrangement with one of their private sedans for around $100usd. The food is absolutely incredible, with one of the dinner menus changing daily. Most of the produce served is coming from their Organic Emerald Estate farm, where they also brew beer and make chocolate. The spa is kind of no-frills, but the services are absolutely world-class and transcendent. We snorkeled everyday and saw a couple sea turtles. The 5 minute walk to Anse Mamin beach is absolutely worth it; this is the superior beach of the two, in my opinion. We took an afternoon tour with Meno (“Father Nature”) of the old sugar cane plantation on property, and it really helped to put the history of the Caribbean into perspective while also learning about native plants, fruits, and flowers. We did an afternoon sail on the Suzy Q with Brad and Tory—these guys were absolutely fantastic; we felt that we could talk to them just like they were old friends. This was a great opportunity to get up close and personal to the Pitons and even snorkel at the base before being greeted back on the boat with cocktails and snacks.
If we were to do it again: I think I may just get a standard room. The extra value wasn’t there for us personally, as we didn’t spend a lot of time in the room (if you will spend a lot of time if your room, then the upgrade is absolutely worth it). I would’ve liked to venture into the town of Soufriere itself, and I would like to take on the challenge of climbing Gros Piton.
I would also spend more time at Anse Mamin beach rather than Anse Chastanet—both beaches are breath taking, but Anse Mamin is a little smaller, quieter, has a smaller snack menu, and a really really really good burger (which is cooked in a sugar cane boiler from the old plantation).
I really hope we get back to this beautiful place. St Lucia is very special and I’m looking forward to watching the country develop even further.

Date of Stay: July 2025

Roving49005832012 wrote a review August 2025

They set the bar so high!

I led a 14 person group to go diving in St. Lucia. I've been looking at this resort for 2 years. I've done plenty of dive trips, but I didn't know how this would turn out. They nailed it. Best dive resort I have ever been to. The staff is the most accommodating, kind people I've been around. They truly put your comfort at the fore front. The Boat/Dive crews are true professionals that spoiled all of my divers from start to finish. They made things easy. They made things enjoyable. The bonus of the trip was the catered schedule they produce. It isn't just about diving, it's about the total experience. From the guided nature walk with Meno around the 600 acre coco plantation, the private chocolate tasting with the head pastry chef, or the surface interval spent walking in the nearest town....all of it made the 14 dives fly by in a week without being tired out. The rooms are great. The food is spectacular. I had no intentions of running another group here....there are so many other places I wanted to dive. That all changed after this trip. I have an overwhelming response for my divers to come back. Highly recommend this resort for everything!

Date of Stay: August 2025

Outsnorkeling wrote a review August 2025
Paris, Texas

Amazing

Been all over the Caribbean and Mexico and never seen such a beautiful resort. Best snorkeling on the resort I’ve seen in 20 years anywhere. The staff made you feel like royalty. They remembered your name and what your drunk was. Oliver showed my wife how to sail. Denise best waitress ever. All the bartenders at the beach bar were amazing. It was the best vacation ever

Date of Stay: August 2025

janshury wrote a review August 2025
Greater London, England

Superb family holiday

Superb stay at Anse Chastenet. The stars of the show are absolutely the team - customer service from everyone - reception, servers, drivers, cleaning team - is exceptional. Everyone greets you warmly each day, everyone remembers your name, everyone has time for you and treats you as a valued member of the Anse Chastenet family for the time you're there : creates a truly exceptional atmosphere.
The hotel itself is of course superb too. Excellent views, superbly appointed rooms and really great activities. The steps from the beach to the top of the hill help balance the excess from the bars and the restaurants! Really hope we will come again!

Date of Stay: August 2025

dexterdogcanada wrote a review August 2025

A touch of Paradise..

Just returned from Anse Chastanet and can’t wait to go back.
This was a change for us as we normally go to much larger all inclusive resorts. If you’re looking for a high energy, music blasting and party atmosphere then this is not the place to be.

This vacation was more about relaxing and without having to always be on the go.

Booked through Costco Travel and decided to go with the beachfront room option. From the moment we landed, we were greeted by a rep that guided us through customs and escorted us directly to the private transfer. No battling the lineups and made things super easy.

The drive from the airport took just over an hour and like many reviews the last 20 minutes was along the side of the mountain on a very bumpy road. You do have some beautiful picture ops of the Pitons along the way.
Upon arrival, we were greeted warmly and check in was quick and easy.
As mentioned we opted for the beachfront room and wasn’t disappointed. The room was spacious enough for the four of us and the outdoor seating space was ample! The beds were a bit firm but no complaints. The 30 second walk to the beach made life easy everyday in case you wanted to go back for any reason.

Beaches: more than enough huts for everyone and there was no need to reserve seating. The staff would bring over the towels and lounge covers once you selected a spot. ( the best beach loungers compared to every other resort we’ve ever been to. )
When you needed to order and food or drinks, you would simply stick the flag in the sand and someone would be there within minutes.
The sand gets hot! And the first few feet into the water can be a bit rocky but once in it felt like heaven. No seagrass to battle with.
This is definitely a snorkeling and scuba dream location. Amazing spots to see and appreciate the aquatic wildlife.
The other beach option- Anse Mamin is a short 6 minute walk or you can take the water taxi over. Another beautiful beach with the same amazing service. Definitely try out the burger with banana ketchup!
Dining: overall the food was fantastic. Don’t expect buffet with tons of options but their menu featured a variety of protein and vegetarian options. The hilltop restaurant also had several daily specials menus to compliment the regular menu.
Highly recommend the all inclusive meal plan as the way to go. We were told that approximately 90% of the ingredients is directly grown on the property and sourced locally.
There are several other tasting menu specials ( separate cost ) that you take part in.

Staff: everyone was very friendly and accommodating and a joy to interact with. No request was to big and made sure we felt welcomed with a friendly smile and hello.

What truly sets Anse Chastanet apart is the little things such as a hand written letter welcoming us to the resort, the fun facts cards left on our beds at nightly turn down and the coconut muffins given to us on the day we left as a thank you for visiting.

Incredible service, stunning views, amazing staff made this vacation everything we wanted it to be.

Date of Stay: August 2025

felicia1216 wrote a review August 2025

BEST RESORT IN SAINT LUCIA

We absolutely loved our stay here! From the very beginning of checking in, the staff is so unbelievably kind and attentive. They even give you a phone that you can call 24/7 if you need anything such as a shuttle to the beach or if you have a question About anything. The resort itself is the perfect combination of being in a mountain, a rainforest, and Beachside. Everything about this place is breathtaking and we truly cannot wait to be back!

Date of Stay: August 2025

Passport02483498118 wrote a review September 2025

Decent resort, but not very solo traveler friendly

A beautiful resort, but I did feel someone like an alien as a solo traveler. Definitely received stares from guests and staff alike. Staff seemed overwhelmed at times. Food was average for the price of the resort. A plus were the beach and awesome snorkeling right at your fingertips! But be prepared to get your cardio in with the stairs to get to said beach lol. The road to the resort is treacherous, I was so glad I didn’t rent a car because I don’t think I could navigate that road myself. Overall it was a nice stay, but I think if I do return to St. Lucia I would choose a different resort.

Date of Stay: April 2025

N4509SRjens wrote a review September 2025
Sykesville, Maryland

Magical Stay at Anse Chastanet Resort

Where to begin? Anse Chastanet is simply magical...there is no other way to put it. We stayed there early August with our two children (ages 12 & 14). The location was perfect, located right on a protected reef with so many beautiful fish to see whenever you felt like checking them out. The kids loved having access to SUP and kayaks, and the fact that we had not one, but two gorgeous beaches to explore was nothing short of amazing. The resort never felt crowded, but rather peaceful and relaxing. The staff... oh my goodness. They make you feel like family. Everyone we encountered was so warm, welcoming, friendly, and helpful. We even exchanged hugs on our last night. The food was incredible, especially at Aspara and the Jungle Grill (but everywhere else was delicious, too, these were just our favorites). The only downside was the bumpy windy road on the way to the resort...but the difficulty of traveling it is also likely the reason that the resort feels so remote and relaxing. We stayed in one of the beachside deluxe rooms with air conditioning and it was perfect for us. The rooms were plenty large enough for our king sized bed and two twin beds for our children. The walk to the beachside rooms is super soothing, surrounded by gorgeous vegetation and the sounds of the rainforest. There were quite a few steps from the beach up to the reception area and restaurants that weren't on the beach, but it was worth it! It kept us moving to help balance all the lounging and eating we were doing. I could go on and on with even more positive and special moments from this trip, but you've probably stopped reading, or are about to...book this resort, splurge for the All Inclusive plan if you are able to (we booked when it was 35% off). You will NOT regret booking here. We miss it so much and talk about this trip at least once every few days, as it is THAT special.

Date of Stay: August 2025

L5188FGvalentinav wrote a review September 2025

Longing for Anse Chastanet.

It’s been two weeks since my spouse and I have been back from St. Lucia. This was our second time to St. Lucia and first time at Asne Chastanet. For the first six magical days of our trip, we were at Anse Chastanet. Our review reflects when, why, and how my spouse and I travel. Both of us love to travel during very low season. For us, the benefits in this strategy are extraordinary. Yes, late August has high heat, high humidity, occasional intense rain, but it also has no crowds, greater interaction with the truly extraordinary Anse Chastanet staff, and the special possibility of intensely learning new things in a one-on-one setting. Not-to-mention, the Costco travel deals particularly during this time are truly spectacular. Our story actually begins on the way to Anse Chastanet from Hewanorra International airport where we met with our designated driver Lionel from Soufriere. Lionel would become our go to driver for most of the adventures that we had while at Anse Chastanet and then when again we left for Castries on the seventh day. We very much enjoyed our conservations with Lionel on all sorts of topics and got a better understanding of daily life in St. Lucia. Before arriving at Anse Chastanet, we spoke at length about St. Lucia’s flora and fauna, teaching chemistry to elementary school children, and challenges in growing bananas. Time went by quickly as we arrived to Soufriere in less than an hour and then made our way up a very rustic unpaved bumpy path to Anse Chastanet. At Anse Chastanet, we were warmly greeted with soothing cool wet peppermint-scented towels and a relaxing beverage. We noted the impressive dark wood carving depicting the story of Samson and Delilah before descending to the concierge desk. After an introduction and paperwork, we settled in our premium air-conditioned deluxe beach-side room, well appointed with Madras accents. Our travel package included the all-inclusive meal plan. We were initially a bit confused that even with an all-inclusive meal plan, a bill for signature and room number was presented at the end of each meal for any expense; but we quickly found out that this practice was purely for resort accounting purposes. That first evening, we quickly fell asleep to the symphony offered free of charge by the Antillean coqui frogs. Early the next morning, we met wood carver Sunshine Biscuit on our way to breakfast. Sunshine has a warm welcoming personality, carves well, and greeted us every morning. (A trio of Sunshine’s carved Mahi Mahi and an Angel fish now swim up the wall of our staircase.) We climbed the scenic staircase, what would become a daily good morning workout to the Treehouse restaurant, which has an evocative detailed wood carved ensemble evoking the story of Adam and Eve. At the Treehouse restaurant, we had a delightful breakfast- the cocoa tea and green fig and salt fish were so good. The misty tree-top view at the Treehouse restaurant was accentuated by the occasion rain shower which with the rising sun would often summon a rainbow. We quickly made friends with a Lesser Antillean bullfinch pair and a gangly Carib grackle. Although, we all enjoyed the cassava bread, it was the gray kingbird that truly showed its prowess in the ability to repeated catch a morsel while in flight. On our way to the concierge to schedule adventures for the coming days, we encountered resort cat Ginger that clearly demonstrated his unspoken title of resort hill and forest ambassador. We discovered during lunch and dinner at the Aspara restaurant that the beach side resort cat ambassadors were named Mary, Ryan, and Tiger. If you like superb spicy dinner dishes go for Aspara’s goat vindaloo and you can’t go wrong with ceviche and catch of the day for lunch. My spouse and I have traveled throughout the Caribbean and have noted the stray cats and dogs frequently cross our paths. We now always travel with packaged dog and cat food to provide some relief and help out four-legged friends. We were pleasantly surprised that at the reception and concierge desk information regarding Anse Chastanet partnership with the animal rescue and adoption program HelpAWS was readily on display. At the concierge desk we met, Gifter, the most exceptional concierge that I’ve ever met in all my travels. Her name Gifter is as unique as she is and completely suits her. She is truly a gift to Anse Chastanet with genie abilities! My spouse discussed with Gifter our overall plan for the coming days: Sulfur baths, botanical garden tour, Emerald farm tour and the Local Brewery tour, bird-watching and Anse Mamin plantation tour with Meno, aka Father Nature, and chocolate making at the Chocolate Lab. All readily, planned, and scheduled to perfection. And then, I made the first of two off-the-beaten-path requests of what would be a triad of wishes, fully expecting that they would be more aspirational than fulfillable. The previous year I had read Jolien Harmsen, “A history of St. Lucia” and became intrigued by the economics of “Green gold” and how until the 1950s, a completely different banana than what we eat today was mass produced and exported world-wide. That banana was the Gros Michel (Big Mike), a sweeter, creamier, better tasting banana compared to the Cavendish bananas we eat today. A fungus disease known as Panama disease almost complete wiped out the more susceptible Gros Michel, causing the switch to the more resilient Cavendish banana that we consume today. The Gros Michel, the better tasting banana, can still be found although with considerable difficulty. My first wish to Gifter was to find a Gros Michel banana! The second wish was simply two paper bags and 100 small paper clips. In conversation with Lionel, we spoke about our families, and he mentioned that he had a daughter that was very much into science. I had told Lionel that I frequently give science classes to children and with 100 individual paper clips in a two-ply paper bag could demonstrate the basic principle of a reaction. Lionel was intrigued so I was determined to provide him the materials to show his daughter the demonstration. Gifter took on this challenge of granting these two unusual wishes within just two day! Our first excursion was to the Chocolate Lab. Daniel an experienced chocolatier gave for just my spouse and I an awesome educational and fun course on making chocolate and then tempering it to create our very own chocolate bars. Who knew chocolate production had a fermentation step! The next day Sunday, it was cloudy in the morning with more than a chance of rain. This is the very best to go to the Sulfur baths, less waiting more rejuvenative bathing, soo relaxing. Yes, it’s messy and stinks but so comforting and coupled with a very informative tour of the volcanic area it’s a veritable feast for the senses. Being immersed in a landscape of hot bubbling multi-colored stone volcanic cauldrons framed by a lush tropical forest where crested hummingbirds zipped from hanging flowers was just awesome. From the volcano, Lionel then brought us to the Diamond falls botanical gardens where we passed by mahogany, nutmeg, and the Richeria grandis tree. The Bois Bandé is the bark of Richeria grandis tree and used in making Anse Chastanet famous “Stairway to Heaven” drink; our go-to and highly recommended . From the botanical gardens we went to the Emerald farm, where we saw so many of the produce and herbs that went into Anse Chastanet’s spectacular menus and talked shop with the farmers. The Emerald farm tour ended with the seeing a fresh batch of passion fruit beer brewing from the Local Brewery which is in the Emerald Farms, such a sweet smell followed by a pint of their newest whiskey barrel beer. What a spectacular Sunday! The following rainy morning, my spouse and I woke up early and suited up with hiking shoes and gear to trek into Anse Mamim with Meno, “Father Nature”, for morning bird watching and an exploration of the 18th century sugar processing building ruins. It was just the three of us equipped with resort provide binoculars. We walked from Anse Chastanet along the rocky cliff side to Anse Mamim. Along the way Meno pointed out brown boobies, brown pelicans and, frigates flying over the calm bay. The occasional head of a leather back turtle was also noted as it periodically broke through the water. On the beach, Meno pointed out the location were the turtle had laid and covered its eggs. We trekked into the wet Anse Mamim forest and surprising noted the absence of any mosquitoes in flight, an advantage of the recent rain. Meno quizzed us on different spontaneous fruiting trees such as mangos, guava, and breadfruit. Prior to picking a fruit for use to savor or leaves to split and smell, Meno would courteously ask permission from the tree. Meno was at home in the forest; and my spouse and I felt we were welcome guests in Father Nature’s home. We then went through the ruins of the 18th century sugar mill where stone walls cemented with calcium from shells, rusted cauldrons, and secret hidden niches fulfilled our explorer yearning. We even approached a bat cave full of sleeping bats and observed invasive large African snails devouring foliage. We passed by the deep sugar mill reservoir filled to the brim with collected water where White Peacock butterflies fluttered peacefully and then exited the forest with freshly picked citrus in hand. We were back on Anse Mamim beach, a highly picturesque beach with unusual umbrella-like rock formations. Meno called for the diving boat to pick us up in order to view closely the nesting brown boobies and brown pelicans along the cliff jutting from Anse Chastanet south side. It was just past noon when we ended this excursion with Meno. Another unexpected one quickly sprung up when we stopped and greeted Gifter at the concierge desk. The day before we surveyed the row of boutiques in front of Aspara restaurant and had noted the hope-filled and serene art work of St Lucia school children at play. We found out the artist was Jonathan Guy-Gladding (JAG) and wished we could visit his studio on the island without knowing where or if he was even on the island during our stay. We mentioned this last wish to Gifter just before the bird watching excursion began. Not only had Gifter located the artist, she had called him and we able to quickly arrange a visit to his home studio –an hour’s drive away. One of his original paintings now serves as a reminder of the youthful hope and serenity that we associate with St. Lucia. Thank you Anse Chastanet, Lionel, Daniel, Meno, Sunshine Biscuit, and Jonathan. And a very special thank you to Gifter, Anse Chastanet’s wish granter!!!

Date of Stay: August 2025

PSCVPM wrote a review September 2025
Goshen, Indiana

Magical - look forward to returning!

The entire experience was magical -- the property, the food, the service, and especially the staff! The food was beautifully plated and offered an exceptional variety, with a wide range of vegetarian and vegan options. The dive guides took extra care to ensure our safety and to find the special creatures on our wish-to-see list - and more! The dive boats were the best I have ever experienced. The entire team went the extra mile, providing services like serving hot chocolate after a night dive, ensuring our group could sit together at meals, attending to our every need, and sending us off with a lunch on the trip back to the airport.

Date of Stay: September 2025

michaelrF1217QO wrote a review September 2025

Perfect Vacation

From the moment we were greeted t the airport by an Anse Chastanet representative with cooling towels to refresh us after our flight we felt very welcomed. The entire experience was first class. Every employee at the resort from the manager to maintenance consistently expressed a genuine desire to make sure we were enjoying our stay and a desire to improve our experience. Food was excellent. Service in all areas exceeded our expectations from room cleaning to the dive operation.

Date of Stay: September 2025

142ly wrote a review October 2025

Amazing resort and even more amazing people!!!!!

I wanted to share some thoughts with you about the staff. After all, it is the employees that really make things happen. We were so impressed with the quality of the people and will never forget their warmth and caring. More than that though, it appears that the personal commitment they all possessed was indeed a rare thing. From Peter to Ricardo, from Michelina to Daniel, and so many others, it is hard to imagine a more dedicated group of people. You can have all the great food, scenery, and romantic atmosphere, but “nothing” is more important than the employees. Cherish them all, as they are the reason Anse Chastanet is the fabulous place that it is. I guess you can tell we enjoyed ourselves.

Date of Stay: September 2025

693kristieb wrote a review October 2025
Smyrna, Georgia

Luxurious Retreat

Anse Chastanet is a beautiful resort. We were amazed by the dedication and positivity of the staff. Everyone is kind and genuinely interested in talking with you. Gifter helped us make reservations at the spa and change our dinner reservation time at Jade Mountain, We were welcomed at the airport with a mint scented cold towel and a bottle of water. When we arrived at the resort, we were greeted with a welcome drink and another mint scented cold towel. We appreciated the kind gestures at the beginning of the trip.

We stayed in a beachside deluxe room, which was a perfect choice for us. The rooms are spacious and the outdoor sitting area is covered and surrounded by beautiful plants.

We enjoyed the excursions. I recommend the half day sailing, jazzy sunset cruise, and chocolate class that includes a visit to Emerald Farm. Teron did an outstanding job explaining the chocolate making process. He is friendly and knowledgeable and has a bright future ahead of him. Martin gave us a tour of Emerald Farms. You can tell he is passionate about the farm and the items grown there. Kerwin, Captain, and Kwame, first mate, made our half-day selling a memorable and educational experience. Kerwin is kind and patient and he made all of the sailors feel at ease on the sailboat and while snorkeling. You can tell that Kerwin is passionate and wants to share this beautiful island with his sailors. We especially loved the jazzy Sunset cruise. Garfield and the crew treated us like royalty.

Both beaches are beautiful, but Anse Mamin is more private and less crowded. Please take time to snorkel near Anse Chastanet beach.

Thank you to the entire staff for making our trip memorable. We can’t wait to return to Anse Chastanet.

Date of Stay: September 2025