The Downtown HotelvsFond Doux Eco Resort
The Downtown Hotel and Fond Doux Plantation & Resort are both endorsed by travel writers. On balance, Fond Doux Plantation & Resort scores significantly better than The Downtown Hotel. Fond Doux Plantation & Resort comes in at #11 in St. Lucia with approval from 6 reviewers such as Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Fodor's.
The Downtown Hotel
Bridge Street, Soufriere, St. Lucia
From $76/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Free Parking
- Dry Cleaning
Lonely Planet
"The Downtown doesn’t exactly scream vacation (it’s within a small shopping mall), but it’s very central, convenient, well maintained and affordable." Full review
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Aim for a room at the back to avoid the road noise.
Oyster
2.0
"The Downtown Hotel is an older, two-pearl property located in downtown Soufriere." Full review
Fond Doux Eco Resort
PO Box 250, Soufriere 250, St. Lucia
From $207/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
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
"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
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
"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 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