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Luxury Villa Rentals in Saint Lucia
Sea-view villas from the breezy north at Cap Estate to the green slopes beneath the Pitons
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Two volcanic spires, a rainforest and a Creole accent
Saint Lucia is small, steep and very green. Rainforest covers its mountainous interior, and the Pitons, two volcanic peaks rising straight out of the sea on the south-west coast, are as good a landmark as any island in the Caribbean can offer. Britain and France fought over it for the better part of two centuries, which explains the French place names, the Kwéyòl you hear in the market and the cricket on the radio.
Our Saint Lucia collection runs to 80+ properties. Most are villas with sea views and private pools on the hills of Cap Estate and around Rodney Bay, and there are also hillside suites near Soufrière and the Pitons for couples who would rather wake up facing the view.
Here is how the island divides up, and when to come.
Saint Lucia at a glance
- Villas
- 80+ across the island, with up to 9 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £2,500 to £7,300 a week, from around £1,800
- Best areas
- Cap Estate, Gros Islet and Rodney Bay in the north; Soufrière and the Pitons in the south-west
- Best time
- December to April for the dry season; late April and May for the Jazz & Arts Festival
- Getting there
- Direct flights from London to Hewanorra in the south, around 70 to 90 minutes by road from the north
Browse all 80+ villas in Saint Lucia
Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
Galaxy Sanctuary Saint Lucia | 1-Bedroom Resort in Mamin1 bedrooms
Villa Qualibou Saint Lucia4 bedrooms
Oasis Villas Saint Lucia2 bedrooms
Sun Sanctuary Saint Lucia | 1-Bedroom Resort in Mamin1 bedroomsWhere to stay in Saint Lucia
Cap Estate, Gros Islet and Rodney Bay for beaches, restaurants and the marina, Cas-en-Bas for the wilder Atlantic shore, and Soufrière for the Pitons, the reefs and the rainforest.
Cap Estate, Rodney Bay and a Friday night out
Most of our villas are on the northern tip of the island, where the land is lower, the trade winds are cooler and both Caribbean and Atlantic are a short drive away. Rodney Bay has the marina, the long, calm sweep of Reduit Beach and the island's best concentration of restaurants. Cap Estate, on the hills above it, is quieter and has a golf course.
Pigeon Island, joined to the mainland by a causeway, is a national landmark with the ruins of Fort Rodney and a walk up to Admiral Rodney's old lookout. On Friday nights the fishing village of Gros Islet closes its streets for a jump-up of grilled fish, rum punch and sound systems. On the Atlantic side, Cas-en-Bas is the place for kitesurfing and riding along the sand.
Browse villas in Gros Islet
Volcanic peaks, warm mud and a coral reef
The old French capital of Soufrière sits in a bay framed by Gros Piton and Petit Piton, which make up the Pitons Management Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2004. Gros Piton can be climbed with a local guide, and it is a steep and sweaty half day that you will feel the next morning.
Nearby are the Sulphur Springs, sold to visitors as the world's only drive-in volcano, where you can wallow in the warm mud pools, and the Diamond Botanical Gardens with their waterfall. Below the cliffs at Anse Chastanet and Anse Mamin, the reef is some of the best snorkelling on the island. The cocoa estates in the hills behind town are worth an afternoon too.
Browse villas near Soufrière
Markets, Marigot Bay and the rainforest
Castries is a working port rather than a postcard, but its covered market, busiest on a Saturday morning, is the place for spices, cocoa sticks and hot pepper sauce. A little further south, Marigot Bay is a deep, sheltered inlet ringed by palms and full of yachts, and it makes a good stop for lunch on the water.
Inland, trails through the rainforest reserve lead to waterfalls and lookouts, and with patience and a good guide you may spot the Saint Lucia parrot, the national bird. On the Atlantic coast, Dennery's Saturday night fish fry is a more local affair than Gros Islet's, and all the better for it.
Browse villas near Castries
Green fig, saltfish and a jazz festival
The national dish is green fig and saltfish, made with unripe bananas, and it is worth ordering at least once, along with accras, fish cakes fried until crisp, and a bowl of bouyon. Cocoa grows in the hills around Soufrière, so chocolate turns up everywhere.
December to April is the dry season and the busiest time. The Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival runs from late April into May, with concerts on Pigeon Island, and Carnival takes over in July. The hurricane season runs from June to November, when it is greener, quieter and wetter. Our concierge can arrange a private chef, boat trips down the coast to the Pitons, guided climbs and airport transfers.
Ask our conciergeFeatured villas in Saint Lucia
Villa Flamboyant Chateau Marigot: 7-Bedroom Seaview Estate with Private Cove Access in Marigot7 bedrooms · sleeps 14From £12,789 a week
Villa Eriu Saint Lucia3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £12,077 a week
Xhale Saint Lucia4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £11,002 a week
Ambarella Paradise Saint Lucia7 bedrooms · sleeps 14From £10,617 a week
Sky Whirlpool Suite Saint Lucia | 1-Bedroom Resort in Mamin1 bedrooms · sleeps 3From £9,765 a week
Villa Firefly Saint Lucia For Rent5 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £9,662 a week
Rent Beachfront Pool Villa Suite Saint Lucia3 bedrooms · sleeps 7From £9,541 a week
Cap Maison Oceanview Pool and Terrace Villa (3 bed) Saint Lucia | 3-Bedr3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £9,523 a weekWhy book your Saint Lucia villa with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
Saint Lucia's roads are slow and winding, so the difference between a villa in Cap Estate and one near Soufrière is more than an hour's drive, and we know which suits beach days, which suits the Pitons and which is easiest from the airport. With 80+ properties in Saint Lucia, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
Book direct
You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access, parking, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Private chefs, airport and helicopter transfers from Hewanorra, boat trips to the Pitons, guided climbs of Gros Piton, rainforest walks, tee times at Cap Estate and restaurant reservations. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best place to stay in Saint Lucia?
The north, around Cap Estate, Gros Islet and Rodney Bay, has most of the villas, the calmest beaches and the widest choice of restaurants. Soufrière is the choice for views of the Pitons, rainforest and snorkelling, and for a quieter, more secluded stay.
When is the best time to visit Saint Lucia?
December to April is the dry season and the most popular time. Late April and May bring the Jazz & Arts Festival, and July is Carnival. June to November is the hurricane season, which is quieter and wetter.
Can you climb the Pitons?
Gros Piton can be climbed with a local guide. It is steep and takes a good half day, so start early to avoid the heat. Our concierge can book the guide and transport.
Can you arrange a private chef at a villa in Saint Lucia?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury villa in Saint Lucia cost?
Across our 80+ villas in Saint Lucia, weekly rates typically range from £2,500 to £7,300, with the most affordable from around £1,800 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
Which airport should I fly into for Saint Lucia?
Long-haul flights from the UK land at Hewanorra International, near Vieux Fort at the southern tip. Soufrière is around 45 minutes to an hour away and the north around 70 to 90 minutes by road, with helicopter transfers as a quicker alternative. George F. L. Charles airport near Castries handles inter-island flights.
Are there villas in Saint Lucia for large groups?
Yes. Our Saint Lucia collection includes properties with up to 9 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist that suits it.
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