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Fond Doux Eco ResortvsBay Gardens Beach Resort & Spa

Both hotels are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Bay Gardens Beach Resort scores marginally higher than Fond Doux Plantation & Resort. Bay Gardens Beach Resort ranks #9 in St. Lucia with praise from 6 sources such as Star Service, Fodor's and Frommer's.

Fond Doux Eco Resort
8/10
PO Box 250, Soufriere 250, St. Lucia
From $207/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Oyster Oyster
3.0
"The rustic experience won't appeal to everyone... but adventurous travelers on a budget will surely appreciate the gorgeous authentic surroundings and affordable rates." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Overnight guests can choose between simple bungalows or one of several 19th-century cottages, which Lyton relocated from far-flung corners of the island and restored himself." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Of the number of places on St Lucia where you can stay on a working plantation, Fond Doux is the most scenic." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"It's a completely different type of vacation experience that allows you to soak up the environment, engage local culture, and feel part of history." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Fond Doux's 135-acre organic plantation has been an active agricultural farm...the12 simple gingerbread cottages were moved from Castries to the rainforest gardens here, all uniquely different" Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top choice
"This 250-year-old working cocoa plantation is a great place to unwind...some boast private plunge pools. There is also a fine split-level communal pool with great views" Full review
Bay Gardens Beach Resort & Spa
8/10
Reduit Beach, Rodney Bay Village, Box 1892, Gros Islet, St. Lucia
From $230/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Oyster Oyster
3.0
"Bay Gardens Beach Resort is one of few amenity-rich resorts in Rodney Bay, featuring a spa, fitness center, water sports pavilion, several restaurants and bars, and a lovely beachfront."
Star Service Star Service
"White with orange accents, green balcony railings and blue columns, the colorful exterior speaks of happy times within." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"This mid-sized resort hotel is the most appealing, affordable place to stay in Rodney Bay Village." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"One of three Bay Gardens properties in Rodney Bay Village, this family-friendly resort has a prime location on beautiful Reduit Beach." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"It's hard to beat this location right on Reduit Beach...the welcoming Bay Gardens is a well-managed, decent-value option. It's also one of the few good-size resorts on island that welcomes children" Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"An excellent choice if you prefer a full-service resort, the BGBR has an idyllic beachfront location." Full review

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