Castries, 00000 Castries, Saint Lucia
#18 of 18 Holiday rentals in Castries
Guests' ChoiceBased on 63 apartment reviews
8.6Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.8
Location
8.5
Facilities
8.6
Staff
9.1
Value for money
9.0
Free WiFi
7.8
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Reviewed: 5 May 2024
Shalmer
United StatesI liked everything especially the view from my bungalow if u are into walking it is great but beware of the hills..I had difficulty at first but became better as time progressed.. .
The place had everything you cld possibly need..Loved the convertible kitchen which was actually a full kitchen..so unique..Judith was an angel bringing me fresh fruit and a smile to brighten up my day. Her husband was helpful and gave me a ride to the store and Vigie Beach..I could not ask for better property owners.. . .
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 21 March 2024
Ashante
United KingdomAmazing view and helpful staff. As a solo traveller, the location is good for getting around the island as the bus stop was close by and so was the food store. The area isn’t loud or busy so it was a nice time. The owners were really nice and the apartment was clean and up to standard.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 21 February 2024
Natalia
United StatesWe had a studio apartment which has a partial amazing view. Though maybe it’s a good thing as otherwise we might have not left the place for exploring St. Lucia at all. Also there is something off with the plumbing: the air in water pipes.
The excellent location and a deck.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 19 February 2024
Michael
United StatesFew restaurants in the vicinity & no credit cards accepted.
Magnificent & gorgeous views of north, west & south. Close to beaches & grocery store. Just a few kilometers from downtown and airport. Host Willi is flexible, friendly & accommodating. Decent wifi, comfy bedding & hot water. We would return & rent again.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 18 February 2024
Liddy
United StatesCredit cards not accepted. They don't do long term rentals. Not walk-friendly for the unfit due to the hilly location but I did it twice! It rained quite a bit and water came in through a windowsill. I was offered a move but I chose to stay as I didn't want to give up the view. A beach towel (2 were provided) took care of that problem. There was no other rain related incidents. The windows all had louvered areas at the top with insect screens but the pins to keep them closed were missing from some-addresed by the hostess. Wooden shutters on the outside of the windows banged in the wind - quite offputting at night when one is trying to sleep. Opening the windows or doors gave access to bugs and even a bird! There are no screens in this apartment. I had the door and a window open and was sitting on the balcony, went to the kitchen to get water and a bird was on top of the fridge, eating my bananas! If I had not witnessed this, I would have no idea what happened. It flew out when I entered. So, if you stay here, keep the kitchen door closed! The kitchen is at the back of the apartment.....this bird is a 'professional'. The bugs were very bad! I was attacked by midges and mosquitoes and lost the fight miserably..... I had 'ankle bracelets' of midge bites and my arms were covered in mosquito bites. So take your bug repellents and creams for this location.
The view from my apartment was the highlight. As the place title says,,,'Amazing', that is correct! It was a self-catered apartment. Quite spacious except the kitchen. Full sized fridge, microwave and toaster. A combination hot plate and oven. The grounds were lushly green with fruit trees and a most beautiful bougainvillea at the back where my apartment was located. A clothes drying rack was provided. A bug zapper was provided but if you can't see the critters...midges are 'no - see-ems'. I did get a few mosquitoes.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 18 January 2024
Paul
United KingdomWe did not have a baby cot for the first 2 days. Upon inspection of the cot which was initially deemed inadequate, it was found to be perfectly fine, albeit it required an additional cushion which we used from the coach. Wifi coverage very poor, you need to be within 3 metres of the router for it to work efficiently. The owners Card reader wasn’t working so was unable to pay by card for the accommodation. this meant the inconvenience of finding ATMs and incurring interest and banking fees, although the ATM fees were deducted from the requested price which was fair. I would say this place is perfect for couples, but as a young family the location, and the walk across a dual carriageway with no pedestrian crossing, posed enormous challenges for us and is very dangerous. It certainly isn’t child friendly! As we are quite fit, we viewed the walk up the steep hill to get back as our daily exercise! Do strongly consider hiring a car, or if not, be sure you’re of a relatively good level of health!
Stunning location with idyllic sea view. The highlight of the trip was definitely the day trips provided by Moses! The kitchen facilities are suitable for cooking for a family. Good value for money when you consider the price of nearby resorts. There is a nearby bus stop, although this can take time as many buses fill quickly so won’t stop. The owner kindly drove us to the supermarket for us to do some shopping upon arrival. He also provided us with other needed essentials when asked and was always available via WhatsApp.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 10 January 2024
Henrytk
SwedenWillie is awesome! He also does tours. One of the most hospitable hosts I've ever had the pleasure to stay with. The rooms are amazing! The view is amazing!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 24 November 2023
Jenni
United KingdomExcellent location. Easy access to the road. Close to a beach. Elevated and quiet
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 18 November 2023
Gabriel
CanadaThe location is perfect. Easy access to shopping and transportation, with a scenic view you never get tired of. The host, Will is a super nice guy and very easy going. The suite did not disappoint in any way, with a deck to relax on and take in the fresh morning air.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 13 November 2023
Greig
United KingdomNothing all was great
Wonderful views , great location , fantastic hosts
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 11 November 2023
Terry
IrelandNothing it was all fine.
Nice quiet apartment, close to beach shops ,and buses. Very nice hosts..
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 30 August 2023
Justin
BarbadosThe fact that the room was not air-conditioned.
the excellent view of the beach and highway
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 5 August 2023
Marie-livia
CanadaNothing that was their fault. The weather was extremely hot, more than usual so we could feel it, but apart from that everything was fine.
The location is perfect. Willie wasn't there, so we met his brother and mother. They were really nice and made sure everything was good. We had some minor issues, but Willie made sure everything was working for us. The view is amazing and it didn't take much time before we fell in love with our apartment.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 25 May 2023
Simon
United KingdomGreat location, easily accessible and good instructions made it easy to find. Very spacious and fully equipped.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 14 May 2023
Martin
SwitzerlandAwesome view from the terrasse
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 19 April 2023
Katharine
CanadaWifi coverage could be improved. Doesn't reach all areas of the apartment.
The location was beautiful. Looked out over the ocean. Sitting out on the balcony in the warm breeze was lovely. The hosts were very friendly and accommodating and made sure I felt welcome. Willi (the host) offered to take all the tenants to the nearby supermarket in the evenings if we wanted to buy groceries. Very pleasant stay and would heartily recommend.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 10 April 2023
Damian
United KingdomMiskitos 😝
apartment has everything you need for self catering.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 2 April 2023
Thor
NorwayNothing
Amazing view must of course to be situated at the hill top. Good. But struggle to climb from bus stop. With a lanlord like Willi gave us however comfortable assistanse. Much appreciated
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 9 March 2023
Monica
CanadaRestaurants in immediate area were limited - mostly fast food places. Would have loved to have a nice sit down meal somewhere close.
Location was good but had to phone for better directions to house when we first arrived. The unit was quaint but it had everything we needed. We did need to ask for beach towels and hair blower but both were provided when asked. The view from the deck was fantastic! Choc beach was OK but we liked Vigie Beach more. We could see that there previously was a restaurant and bar on Choc Beach but it was destroyed by a hurricane ~ 2017 and has not been rebuilt. Vigie Beach was very clean, beautiful water and a few beach restaurants right on beach -- short drive from house. You could also rent lounge chairs on beach for reasonable price.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 21 February 2023
Simon
United KingdomThere was nothing to dislike about the property or it’s owners Willi and Judith who could not have been more helpful.
The view was superb. The property was very spacious and elegantly decorated.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 15 January 2023
Jonza
FinlandLocation was quite difficult (need to have a map to get there, taxi drivers might not find with address only). Also only one of the apartments had a balcony and a seaview from the apartment; the other apartment (which I stayed in) has only a small terrace outside the apartment with only partial sea view (not a big deal though; enjoyed my stay anyway).
Very nice room. Had a nice bed, kitchen (cutleries, coffeemaker, fridge etc.) and bathroom. Also TV. Quite good view to the sea. Owner was very nice and helpful too. Had good time here.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 12 January 2023
Sandra
United KingdomMy partner and I arrived on the island for 14 nights Christmas break in December 2022 where Will was waiting to pick us up from the airport. Due to our long day Will stopped at a local bakery so we can get something to eat. We booked the 1 bed ocean view apartment so was very surprised that it had been refurbished into a two bed, two bathroom apartment at no extra cost. The apartment was nicely decorated, clean and very spacious with all amenities as described. The ocean view from the apartment was breath-takingly beautiful watching the ships and boats pass by, people jet skiing and we never got tired of it. The location was really good as it was sandwich between Castries town centre approx 10 minute drive and Rodney bay approx 15 minutes drive. We hired rental car during our stay with access to a parking space outside the apartment. Although we were approx 10 minute downhill walk from supermarket, bus stops and local amenities a car is a must as it makes it really easier and more convenient for travelling quickly around the as well as enjoy the island of St. Lucia!. Through-out our stay Will and Judith went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed including giving us a Christmas tree with baubles so we can enjoy and celebrate the festive season as we would in the UK. The stay at The amazing ocean view apartment was truly amazing from start to finish it made our holiday so much more relaxed and enjoyable. We had the best experience ever and would definitely stay here again and recommend this amazing place to everyone. Thank you so much Will and Judith for all your support...you were both great hosts.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 9 January 2023
Reece
United StatesNice clean place in st Lucia with sea views
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 9 January 2023
Kamila
United KingdomA bit loud in the night - my apartment was fortunately not from the road side (where you can hear also cars quite noisy), but still loud from nature sounds - crickets, night birds and local dogs, better to have ear plugs and then you're very happy :) Also the house is on the top of the hill, so quite difficult to reach by walk, especially for not too sporty person like me :)
Very nice house in a good area, close to 2 lovely beaches (Choc Beach in walking distance, Vigie Beach easy to reach on local bus). Apartment with all facilities, with a nice view, very comfortable. Very close to Massy Stores where you can buy everything you need. The owners Willy and Judith really friendly and helpful, additionally there is a great option to organise some excursion with Willy, who knows everything about Saint Lucia. I spent 2 weeks holiday there and was very happy with my choice :) Thank you Willy, Judith and Jim!
Stayed in December 2022
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