Soufriere Saint Lucia
Nestled on the south coast of the tropical Caribbean island of Saint Lucia, Soufriere is the oldest town on the island and the original French capital. Today it has a laidback feel, with an intriguing market and many nearby attractions. It makes an excellent base for a holiday, both for its Caribbean charm and its convenient location.
Attractions near Soufriere
The Pitons and Sulphur Springs
Saint Lucia’s most iconic attraction, the Saint Lucia Pitons, Gros Piton and Petit Piton, are located near to Soufriere. The Pitons, two volcanic plugs, are now recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Saint Lucia is well known for its volcanic activity, and there are hot sulphur springs and fumeroles emitting steam, in the caldera of the Qualibou volcano, as further testament. The volcano is now dormant, and it is possible to drive through it.
Soufriere Estate and St Lucia Botanical Gardens
The Soufriere Estate was originally granted to three brothers in 1713 by Louis XIV of France, and mineral springs discovered on the estate were used by French soldiers. These fell into disuse until the 20th century, and in 1983, the estate, along with its mineral springs, were opened to tourists. Nowadays this area includes nature trails as well as an 18th century watermill originally used for sugar production and also recently used for hydroelectric power. The Saint Lucia Botanical Gardens covers six acres of the estate, including the beautiful Diamond Falls and the Diamond River, black due to the colour of volcanic mud. The gardens feature tropical plants such as hibiscus, heliconias, vanilla and cocoa and are a superb place to while away an afternoon.
Luxury Hotels near Soufriere
Anse Chastanet
Anse Chastanet is an exclusive luxury resort near to Soufriere on the south west coast of Saint Lucia. Set within 600 acres of lush gardens, the resort features soft beaches and its turquoise waters are part of a marine reserve. The spectacular Pitons overlook the resort towards the coast, while inland tropical shrubs and flowers litter the verdant hillsides. Twelve of the stylish guest rooms are located near to the beach in the gardens, while others are located in the hillside. Guest rooms are individually designed and feature handcrafted items made from local woods such as teak, red cedar and wild breadfruit, while colourful Caribbean soft furnishings add vibrancy and comfort. Anse Chastanet features several outstanding restaurants and menus. The Treehouse Restaurant is set amongst the trees overlooking the gardens and ocean and serves an award winning fusion of Caribbean and other tropical cuisine. Light refreshments and East Indian dishes are available from Trou au Diable on the main beach, while the Jungle Grill on the second beach offers a relaxed and informal dining experience. Activities available at Ange Chastanet include 12 miles of walking trails, scuba diving, kayaking and other water sports, and cycling. The Kai Belte Spa offers various treatments including sand bundle massage, hot stone massage, head massage, couples massage, sea salt body scrub and Ayurvedic massage, facials and Shirodhana.
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The Ladera St Lucia
The Ladera Saint Lucia is set within an old cocoa plantation and is perfectly situated for a romantic getaway or revitalising holiday. With spectacular views over the countryside, ocean and magnificent Pitons, it is difficult to imagine a more impressive location. Accommodations feature private plunge pools or villa pools, while the resort offers guided rainforest tours, glass bottomed boat trips amongst the reefs and various other excursions to help you appreciate the incredible ecosystems of this amazing island.
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