We thoroughly enjoyed it.

A true eco hotel which lives by its name. Very historical and a wonderful location. Lovely villa (Papaya) with plunge pool. Very Comfortable bed and outdoor shower all amongst the rainforest. Hotel based amongst true nature with cocoa, banana, mango, orange and calabash trees. Lovely hummingbirds all around. possums were playing on the roof sat night time. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Lovely fresh meals and drinks. Amazing buildings some over 200 years old, and original cocoa museum with drying trays rolled out. Lovely nature trail walk with incredible views of Petit Piton at the top.

Stayed in April 2024

The accommodations and property could use a bit more maintenance. There also were events that went on that we didn't realize and would have liked to participate in like a steel drum concert.

Breakfast was good, for lunch the roti was good, the fish was so so. The property was a bit run down but very peaceful in the woods.

Stayed in April 2024

The cost of the food is very high and the service to table from ordering is slow

We loved the quiet retreat, and being able to wonder the lovely grounds. The staff were exceptionally friendly

Stayed in April 2024

Beautiful resort surrounded by a lush plantation, we stayed in Angelina cottage which was incredible. The staff were exceptional and so friendly, as was everyone on the island! The resort itself it well positioned, very close to two amazing beaches, Soufriere, botanical gardens and sulphur springs. We had the absolute best time and did not want to leave, it's pretty much Paradise! Thank you for having us Fond Deux 🧡

Stayed in April 2024

During our week vacation, my wife and I would definitely put this place at the top of our list. Tucked away in the edge of the rainforest, it’s still conveniently located to most major attractions, the beach, restaurants, etc. but you feel like you’re immersed in the depths of the jungle. Being on an actively working chocolate plantation was really cool. The staff was exceptional and accommodating to anything that we needed. The restaurant had some of the best food we ate while in St. Lucia. Dora waited on us and took great care of us while we were there. Benjamin was also there for anything we needed and was always there with a helping hand. We stayed in the Mango Villa up at the top of the hill overlooking the rainforest. We had our own private swimming pool and outdoor shower. It was amazing. I can’t say enough about this place. Definitely put this on your list. We hope to be back again someday.

Stayed in February 2024

What's not to like? Probably not so suited to young children. Pools are limited and paths in places are steep & uneven.

Great location for R&R. Not a typical resort style hotel. All rooms are cottages set on a lush plantation. Ours had a plunge pool, outdoor shower and very private. Surrounded by the forest & tree tops. Great Birdllife, flora & fauna. Absolutely fabulous. Food was also really good. Buffet breakfast with good choice. Evening meals also well presented and well cooked. Hotel has 19 cottages so maintains an intimate and friendly atmosphere. Reception happy to arrange visits etc & there is a shuttle bus to the beach. Try Paradise beach for a more relaxed carribean vibe.

Stayed in March 2024

The lunch and dinner options were a bit limited. We went with very high expectations of the food, but were a tad disappointed.

The outdoor/nature aspect of the location was exceptional. The nature trails and hike to see the Piton was lovely. You can never run out of things to do at the resort. Also loved that everyone had their own cabin semi-secluded cabin.

Stayed in March 2024

Taxis are very expensive - was quoted $60 for a 10 min round trip. Without a car it becomes very expensive to do any sightseeing. Pool okay but not amazing, you wouldn't want to spend all day by the pool.

The cottage was spacious and really unique! Outdoor shower was a fun addition. Amazing view of the jungle. Dinner was tasty and cheaper than other hotel restaurants. Hike on site to see the view of the piton was amazing! Able to get a free shuttle bus to see sugar beach which was my favourite beach on the trip.

Stayed in January 2024

Pretty isolated as is dictated the nature of the geography. Soufriere was okay, but not spectacular.

Unique place amid the lush growth of cacao.trees with cottages plunked into the hills. Made chocolate bars from scratch-tour was overpriced, but a good experience. Free shuttle to the spectacular Sugar beach.

Stayed in February 2024

Everything in and around Soufriere is very pricy! Getting anywhere, eating, tours etc are all overpriced for what you get, but there's unfortunately no way around it. Due to a misunderstanding Fond Doux also forgot about our transfer from Castries which made us have to wait in limbo for a few hours.

Great place to spend a few nights. It's close to everything you'll want to do and the resort is great to spend time at as well. The pools, the view point, the chocolate tour and the food. Very nice staff! Our cottage was awesome! Right in the rainforest, all the sounds and animals (in and out of the cottage), the outdoor shower!

Stayed in February 2024

Really tough to answer. If I'm being picky, perhaps a welcome drink upon arrival would have been a nice extra touch

- Treehouse Cottage was beautiful and so spacious - Private pool was amazing - Room had a lot of character and gorgeous details - The resort has won awards for eco efforts - Very friendly staff - Incredible location, highly recommended for nature lovers - One of the most amazing places I've ever stayed in

Stayed in January 2024

It wasn't stated that the 1br cottages with pool required quite a climb and some awkward stairs. It was beautiful to be up in the hills, but it would have been nice to know about access. Could have used more variety on the Dinner menu.

Front desk service was exceptional. They helped organize rides and excursions. Any issues we had were addressed right away. The Thursday evening reception was lovely! Getting to meet the owners and other guests made it feel like we were visiting with family. Selection at the breakfast buffet was nice. Loved how they had local foods - the bread and plantain were awesome, as was the ample fresh coconut water! Also loved the Chocolate experience and the on-site Nature Walk - our guide was charming and funny! The Pitons hike on-site was also great albeit challenging for those not used to climbing, worth it for the gorgeous lookout.

Stayed in December 2023

Our room needed a deep cleaning. There was quite a bit of dust and cobwebs in the bathroom, We had water issues - either there was no hot water or, on one, day, no water at all. It took 3 days, but we were finally moved. However, the new cottage was so high up, that I stopped going to breakfast because I did not want to climb all of the stairs needed to get there. We asked if we could go back to Mango and were told it was now occupied. I do not know if they ever fixed the water issue. Although we saw the owners at the property each day, they never introduced themselves to us. This is a small place, so someone should have talked to use about the problems we had. If the owners do not want to handle customer service, they they need to hire a manager who can. Even with no problems, a manager could personalize the experience of staying at Fond Doux. We were told that the website was 2 years old and not updated. There is no spa. There is no membership. The free shuttle that brings you to Sugar Beach drops you at the top of the long walk down where you then have to spend $75 per chair. The website states: Free beach chairs are available at Sugar Beach. The Creole Pot is only used for the breakfast. That the cottages are restored is wonderful, but over time, fixes have been done by using plywood patches in the bathrooms.

The staff are terrific and the grounds are gorgeous. The cottages are so cute! The breakfast is very good. Jenny, from the front desk was our "go to" person. She should be made the manager of Fond Doux. The location of Fond Doux is perfect for doing all of the activities in the south. It was very close to Malgretoute Beach, a good beach for snorkeling. The hotel there, the Paradise Hotel. has a restaurant and people to bring you doo and drinks to your $15 chairs.

Stayed in December 2023

There was a service charge automatically imposed on each of the nightly rate. Service is what a hotel is about, so I don't think it was a fair charge, so we ended up paying a much higher overall bill. Not sure about the customs here but when staying at a 5-star resort in the first part of our St Lucia holiday, there was no such charge. On the last night, there was a rat running through our room, luckily service staff came with some poison. It did shadow my stay a little but I guess this is all being part of being close to the nature

natural surroundings - feeling being part of a botanical garden is great. The owners are friendly and organized a party with wine etc too, which was a great way to bring all the guests together with some wonderful folk music and socializing.

Stayed in December 2023

I would suggest there be 2 pick up times for the beach shuttle -- we would have loved to stay longer. My other suggestion is that the menu be rotated more frequently. The staff were fabulous, and they were very attentive and took care to ask us if we had any allergies. The menu was just very limited, was the same on both Friday and Sunday night, the portions were small, and it was expensive.

Fond Doux is a really special place and you feel as though you're a part of St. Lucian history. It has a mature fruit and cocoa trees and old-style buildings. We really enjoyed the breakfast and the cocoa tea (try it!!) It is a great value, especially with the shuttle to the beach, which we used everyday. I would recommend renting a car or looking on google for a taxi if you want to explore anything around Fond Doux. You can walk to the Petite Paul Nature Trail/Hike though, which I recommend for more views of the Pitons. One really special thing is that the restaurants use fruit from their own garden. I would suggest Fond Doux advertise this more and even put on the dinner menu what comes from the garden -- this is really special and really makes it feel like you're staying at an eco-resort :)

Stayed in November 2023

not really about the hotel itself, but I was surprised to learn that you're required to hire a guide to climb the Pitons, and it is not cheap. Just something to be aware of, going in.

The location is super unique, fantastic if you're looking for something different from a typical beach stay. Beautiful trees, secluded cottages. Pitons, sulphur baths, and sugar beach all short drives away. The price is also way cheaper than those beach resorts. Staff are friendly and accommodating.

Stayed in November 2023

Was on the expensive side for what it was, and service in the restaurant for lunch or dinner was very slow (although this was not unique to Fond Doux).

Picturesque series of old houses, beautifully arrayed in lovely grounds. Slightly on the dilapidated side, but charming. Staff were very helpful and friendly.

Stayed in August 2023

The little cabins were very secluded, so many beautiful trees and plants, its lovely

The location is fantastic if you are an outdoor person!

Stayed in August 2023

We absolutely loved our stay at Fond Doux. The staff and food were incredible. Our cottage was spacious and located in the middle of the rainforest. What an experience for the kids! We made our own chocolate and saw fire flies in the evening. Fond Doux is well located just a few minutes outside Soufriere, the mud volcano and very close to Sugar Beach (Sugar Beach is one of the best places to snorkel in St Lucia). A great base to explore the south of St Lucia. A special mention to everyone working there! They were incredible and always went out of their way to make our stay extra special.

Stayed in July 2023

Our cottage had few things requiring attention (faucet, bed net of one of the beds) and others being outdated (cooking fires, oven). Similarly, certain facilities in the resort are a bit "unrefined", like the gym or the pools. In some way though this reflects the soul of this resort, of the owner and the local culture. If you appreciate this aspect, like we did, you will be awed by this resort. If you expect a resort with everything impeccable, this might not be the experience you are looking for.

The location of this resort is very unique and exceptional: it is immersed in St Lucia tropical forest with a dominance of fruit trees (cacao, mangos, bananas). The architecture of the resort is authentic with a colonial style. Staff is super nice, friendly and professional. Meals, starting from the included breakfast buffet, are abundant and super good.

Stayed in July 2023

We were stuck in St Lucia for one night due to a tropical storm and stayed at Fond Doux. Despite the damage from the storm and lack of reliable internet/phone, the staff were amazing! Thank you Monique at the Front Desk and Michelin who was an awesome bartender/waitress. When you visit please say hello to Coco the kitten!

Stayed in June 2023

The breakfast was not great, it had not got alor of selection other than that I cannot fault the place.

The staff was so friendly and the cottage where we stayed was Mango Tree, it was so fab and so clean the A/C was excellent and having the little private pool was an extra touch. We arrived to the resort after our wedding reception as newly weds they made our stay extra special ❤️

Stayed in June 2023

Nothing

Gorgeous resort immersed in nature. Staff are amazing and can’t do enough for you. Relaxed friendly vibe. Luxurious rooms surrounded by trees and wildlife. We didn’t want to leave

Stayed in June 2023

Many of the benches, walkways, etc. either needed repaired or removed.

Fond Doux is a very unique lodging facility. We spent half of our time at Fond Doux, and then traveled up north for 3 additional nights. We enjoyed our time at this unique place. We were there during Mother's Day and MANY local ladies came to celebrate at Fond Doux so that was fun.

Stayed in May 2023