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La Haut ResortvsFond Doux Eco Resort
Both properties are praised by travel writers. On balance, Fond Doux Plantation & Resort ranks significantly higher than La Haut Resort. Fond Doux Plantation & Resort scores 85 with recommendations from 6 sources including Fodor's, Travel + Leisure and Oyster.
La Haut Resort
Frommer's
Oyster
The Telegraph
Fodor's Frommer's
West Coast Road, Soufriere, St. Lucia
From $197/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "If you're adventurous, you can skip all the fancy resorts recommended and stay on a 21-hectare (52-acre) working plantation 2.4km (1 1/2 miles) from the town of Soufrière." Full review
Oyster2.0
"La Haut Resort is a two-and-a-half-pearl hotel located on a 52-acre property outside the town of Soufriere." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"This cocoa and citrus plantation high above Soufrière offers a winning combination of inexpensive accommodation coupled with priceless views of St Lucia's landmark Pitons." Full review
Fodor's "It's all about the view—the Pitons, of course—and the appeal of staying in an intimate and affordable family-run inn." Full review
Frommer's "The airy rooms are plenty charming, most with king-size beds, tile or wooden floors, and a balcony with wicker chairs or cane rockers for prime Piton-gazing." Full review
Fond Doux Eco Resort Oyster
Travel + Leisure The Telegraph Fodor's Frommer's
Lonely Planet
PO Box 250, Soufriere 250, St. Lucia
From $207/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Oyster3.0
"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 "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 Telegraph8.0
"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 "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 "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 PlanetTop 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
