VIBE As the plane landed in St Lucia , the pilot said: “Welcome to paradise,” which is spot-on for anyone staying at the Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa on the mile-long Anse de Sables Beach , on the island’s south coast. The VIP experience begins as soon as you touch down with reps meeting hotel guests at the airport. Five-star, all-inclusive, and set within 85 acres, this resort really is the land of plenty with every base covered for however you like to holiday.
There’s the adults-only oasis “Harmony” with its chilled cabana day beds, palm-fringed pool bar and luxury spa. “Splash” is a fun and welcoming family-friendly setting featuring St Lucia’s biggest water park, CocoLand kids’ club and mini zip wire. Plus with eight restaurants, seven bars, cocktail parties, rooftop discos and lavish entertainment, you can indulge on every level.
STYLE The spectacular ocean views are what really set Coconut Bay apart with all 250 rooms and suites facing the Atlantic. While sounds of the sea fill the rooms, the decor is just as invigorating, with bright blues, lime greens and dazzling whites making feature walls and soft furnishings pop with colour. Upgrade to a junior suite and you’ll get a sleek king four-poster bed and sitting area with a loveseat.
Adults-only and family-friendly premium rooms include private fast check-in, personalised bar, nightly turndown and dedicated concierge services. Meanwhile “Serenity” is a self-contained couples resort within Coco.