Hotels near George F. L. Charles Airport - SLU, Saint Lucia Island

Castries itself is not much to look at, mostly a nice local market and a tourist trap for the large cruise ships. Rodney Bay just north of Castries is the yachie centre but also a little bit of America for tourists. Watch out for the roads, hire something decent.

Pink Plantation House made Castries special for us. Transportation by taxi was necessary as the roads are too steep for more than a couple miles of walking (we’re 75). Younger people would do better.

The Staff was EXCELLENT!!! They really Cared about My Wife and Myself! They did everything that they can to Facilitate, and made Us feel so happy, comfortable, and welcomed. The Food was also Excellent! The Place overall was Very Clean and Excellent!!! Did I mention how Nice, Accommodative, Professional, Proficient, and Well Attired the Staff was? The Two Swimming Pools were soooo Clean and Lovely! This was my First All-Inclusive Hotel I stayed in St. Lucia, and the experience was just Wonderful/ Amazing!!! I was very Happy My Wife was Happy. We Slept well, and felt very Safe, and Happy! There are Activities to keep the Guests Occupied and Happy!!! Thank You Bel Jou Hotel!!!

This apartment is just North of the Castries City so you are close enough for a small ride to the center but not so close for the congestion that comes with city life. This apartment location is a short taxi ride to Rodney Beach and Gros Islet (North) at low cost. Same applies for Castries Market (another tourist spot). Soufriere is a bit further of a ride but still a great day trip by taxi. Longest ride is to-from the airport. Highest taxi fare $75.00 from airport to Apartment. Depending on what you are looking for "independence and self exploration" STAY HERE .. or complete pamper, get me a drink and sit on beach all day don't care about expense stay at an All Inclusive on the island. This stay is for the adventurers who want to see everything at their own pace, on their own time Meals- Kitchen and cookware provided - If you are missing something just ask.. They will have it and get it to you (I know- I asked for a toaster and got one within minutes was brand new too .. Getting around - Real easy IF you can climb up and down steep hills. If not, use a taxi, they will come to your front door and take you anywhere you want to go. They can be hired by the short trip A-B; Hired for the day; Hired for the week; Excursions booked on internet sites will come get you here as well.. (Viator) (TripAdviser, etc)

I was expecting a bit more from capital city. Rodney bay and Gros Islet were more interesting to me. Church is beautiful and centrál market is great place to get some local vibe. Vigie beach is nice and easily reachable by walk from city centre (approx 20mins walk). Bus stops are frequent but a bit challenging to get out on right one if you have no idea where you should get out (locals are quite supportive to help).

Busy, crowded and impoverished. Its a shame for the people there, tourism is all they have and they are getting priced out of their own home. Basic grocery shopping trip costs a fortune, locals are getting a raw deal. Heart breaking to see.