Ladera Resort

Where to start? The location and view are truly unmatched. The gardens are beautiful and very well kept. The 3 walls rooms are exquisite, providing an unobstructed view to the Pitons and the Caribbean Sea. We were in a Gros Piton room. The personnel was incredibly kind and genuinely happy to be at our service. The food is delicious. The spa is a real treat. The head of concierge services Carolin is wonderful, the yoga and fitness coach Anson is extremely kind and knowledgeable. We spent 5 days in Paradise and if Seattle was not so far from Soufriere, we would go back every year or so. Thank you Ladera for your incredible hospitality.

We loved Ladera! The rooms were very clean and the view is absolutely beautiful. The resort is quiet and perfect for relaxing. The shuttle service makes it easy to go to nearby beaches. The food is great and the people working were so kind. I was initially nervous for the open air concept, but Ladera does such a grad job of cleaning the rooms and property that it’s nothing but relaxing and beautiful to have the open wall. We are so happy we stayed here on our honeymoon!

My husband and I returned 2 days ago from the most amazing vacation in paradise. I have so much to say about this beautiful, lush island and its amazing people. We were at Ladera Resort to celebrate my birthday on 3/14. Arrival Although we had rented a vehicle, we chose to take the transfers to the resort in order to get a feel of the roads and the driving experience. The steering wheel is on the right side and they drive on the left side of the road. The drive to the resort takes approximately 40 mins. The moment we arrived at the resort we were welcomed with a smile, and a rum punch. Our check in took only a few minutes, as we were the only ones checking in at that time. Room/Gros Piton Suite (K)/Heritage suite (C) We had room K (first 4 days,) which I was extremely happy we got. From my extensive reviews prior to going, I read that some of the Gros Piton suites were one level, and the reviews mentioned that you cannot really see the pitons from the bed. In our suite the bedroom and bathroom was upstairs, so you got a full AMAZING view of the pitons from your bed every morning. The suite had everything you needed to add to your comfort. The bed does have a mosquito net around it, however, although March is not considered a rainy month you may get an increase in mosquitoes after some rain. They do provide Deet free mosquito repellent and at turn down service mosquito coils are lit by housekeeping. We walked with our own mosquito spray, so that does help. Housekeeping cleaned our room daily, and they do a marvelous job of keeping things tidy and clean, both in the mornings and at turn down service. They keep the trash emptied daily, fresh linens and towels always. The small refrigerator is stocked daily with complimentary water, and soda. If there is any special request, they will accommodate you. You also have a mobile phone and a tablet in your suite. So if you don’t have a suite with a personal butler you can still call or message the reception for anything you need. You can make bookings for excursions, spa, room service, maintenance, etc. from the tablet. Yes they thought of everything! You can take the mobile phone with you when you leave the resort, if at any time you need to reach the reception area. On the final 3 days of our stay we were in the Heritage suite, room C, which is very close to the restaurant and across from the reception area. This suite had a large pool, so that was an added bonus. The entire suite was much larger and the views remained spectacular. That suite came with a butler, however we did not utilize that service very much, as we preferred to leave and explore daily. Resort Staff The service provided by the staff is exceptional. The ladies at the reception area are so pleasant, always smiling, addressing you by name(which is an added touch) and giving your requests prompt attention. Ms. Caroline (Concierge), Ms. Yvette (Manager), Ms. Swithvie (who welcomed us) Ms. Ariela, and Ms. Sherin. These ladies were exceptional and must be recognized. They truly made our stay remarkable and unforgettable. All of our questions were met with such professionalism. On my birthday my bed was decorated and for that I was very surprised and so thankful. I also received chocolate covered fruits on that day. Our room also came with a bottle of champagne on arrival, which we used to celebrated with on our last night. Their undivided attention to your wishes, made us feel so special. Davi took such great care of our needs regarding the pool. His attention to our wishes was always with a smile, and added suggestions of how he can make things more comfortable for us, such as adjusting the temperature and turning off the fountain in the pool, so as not to disturb us at night. (a request of my husband) Thank you Davi, your (sweet) smile and pleasant demeanor is infectious. Dasheene Restaurant During our stay we ate dinner there 3xs, lunch once, breakfast every morning and we also did the Thursday night fish fry. It was all amazing and very tasty. However, let me rave about breakfast. OMG amazing, not to mention the incredible views. Everything we ate at breakfast was just so delicious. Please try the saltfish and bake bread, their smoothies, the grilled tomatoes and mushrooms. Absolutely no complaints. There is also a different band that plays every night from around 7pm until about 10 pm, and they are all great bands. You can sit in the lounge area order drinks and small plates while listening and enjoying the band. Finally, there are so many things to enjoy here at Ladera. Honestly 6 nights was just not long enough. Walking the trails, the hot tub bowls, the game room, so many extras, and not enough time. I did take advantage of the spa, and opted for the St. Lucian scrub/massage. I was just amazed. Do not hesitate to book this wonderful property. The grounds are so lush and well maintained. Everyone, yes everyone is so attentive to your needs, and it's done with a genuine smile. Thank you Ladera, we did not want to leave! I will definitely return. Things to consider. There are a couple things I would like to mention, as during my research about St. Lucia, I did not see this mentioned anywhere. If you are planning on taking cash, please make sure it is not ripped. Even a small tear. The stores DO NOT accept torn bills, and you would not want to give it as a tip, because they won’t be able to use it. We were able to stop at a bank on our way to the resort and get EC dollars. If you plan on renting a car, I read where you needed to obtain a driving permit from the rental car company which was about $20. However, we had an International driver permit which we got here in the US from AAA for $20, and it’s valid for 1 year. It was accepted by SIXT car rental service, with no issues. Driving in St. Lucia is not for the inexperienced driver. Be aware that the roads are extremely windy, huge potholes in some areas, extremely narrow roads, and lots of uphill and downhill driving. My husband did all of the driving and he was ok with it, I was a nervous reck…lol

My husband and I recently stayed at Ladera for our honeymoon, and we only made one mistake -- going anywhere else before. We should have spent the entire duration of our honeymoon in paradise, at this incredible resort. If you stop reading here and are debating staying at Ladera, hit that book button, you won't regret it. STAFF The kindest team of people work here. Every single person we encountered went above and beyond to ensure that our stay here was nothing short of magical. Their warmth and service is unmatched to any place I've ever stayed. We had a rough time getting from our previous honeymoon stop to St. Lucia (ferry problems, nothing to do with the hotel) and Ariella calmly and lovingly talked two honeymooners down from a meltdown. She ensured we would get to the hotel safe and sound, and truly saved the day. Kelly in the spa gave me the best massage I've ever had (and I love massages and go frequently). The entire spa team oozed warmth and professionalism, it was a highlight of my stay. Darrel and the rest of the butler team were so involved in making sure we were comfortable and happy (but how could we not be). Dave the pool guy was as knowledgeable and friendly as could be. Truly every single person we encountered made our trip a little bit better. FOOD The resort was so stunning, we hated the idea of leaving it, even for a meal. Luckily, we had Dasheene. Each meal was exceptional, the variety was spectacular, and the restaurant itself was breathtaking. Each meal felt like an experience, so budget time to enjoy and relax. ATMOSPHERE/ROOM We stayed in one of the Paradise Ridge suites, and all my friends and family have been subjected to either video or facetime tours of the room. Waking up, looking at the pitons and over the water was incredibly peaceful, I could have stayed in the room the entire time we were there and I would have been unbelievably happy. EXCURSIONS I could have stayed in the room, but was very glad we left. We did the soufriere experience and had the best time. The personal tour was relaxing, well paced, and let us see so much of the island in one morning. Next time we come back, we'll hopefully have time to do more (though I will need to read this as a reminder that it's worth leaving my room). All in all, just wanted to send a heartfelt thank you to the Ladera team. This is a trip my husband and I will be talking about for years to come.

Within hours of arrival at Ladera, we were talking about our "next trip". The resort is serene and intimate (only 37 rooms), with amazing views of the Pitons and Sugar Beach. We stayed in an open-air Gros Piton Suite and were thrilled with the all-inclusive accommodations. The staff are welcoming, attentive and friendly without being intrusive. The on-site restaurant Dasheene served excellent meals and drinks with a great touch of local flavor. The well-maintained grounds are like walking through a botanical garden full of flowering shrubs and greenery - hummingbirds were everywhere! We did the onsite nature hike which was moderately challenging - lots of steps and elevation with amazing views. One evening we walked across the street to Hotel Chocolat for dinner which was also delicious. There is a free hotel shuttle to Sugar Beach and Malgretoute Beach from the resort. The spa looked amazing and I wish we'd had another day in our trip to take advantage of it (we were there only 3 nights). I can't rave enough about how much we enjoyed our stay at Ladera. We WILL be back and I'm recommending to all my friends and family!