- A luxury, adults only eco lodge resort designed with local and sustainable materials
- Relax in private villas, each with a private plunge pool
- Couples will love the award winning restaurant and private wine cellar
- Set on the dramatic cliffs near Soufriere, enjoy a rainforest walk or dolphin cruise
The unique Ladera Resort is set on a tropical crest, soaring 1,000 feet above the Caribbean Sea below. This eco lodge, designed and built using local and sustainable materials, offers scenic views of the sparkling waters and the Pitons, and was designed with the environment and conservation in mind.
Ladera was made for romance and honeymoons, with each luxury suite offering a private plunge pool and sophisticated, Caribbean inspired design, complete with open air sitting rooms. Dine at the award winning restaurant, take part in wine tastings, or opt to eat privately in the Wine Cellar. This adults-only property is designed with luxury and indulgence in mind, but if you can tear yourself away from the resort, consider a sunset champagne cruise, a dolphin watching sail, or a rainforest hike, which can all be organised by the hotel.
Facilities
Bars & Restaurants
Dasheene Restaurant and Bar
Dine in the open air and take in the ocean and mountain views. The restaurant serves the best of traditional St Lucian dishes, including sweet potato and coconut soup, roast conch, and Cajun Creole vegetable bakes. The bar offers live music in the evenings.
Open: 07:00–22:00
Wine Cellar
Special wine cellar tastings can be arranged, with over 2,000 bottles of wine to choose from in this rustic bar.
Beach & Pools
Swimming Pool
The main infinity pool overlooks the stunning Piton Mountains and the sea. All suites also have private plunge pools for a refreshing dip.
Spa & Wellness
Spa
The Spa at Ladera offers in room treatments, as well as spa facilities complete with hot tubs and personal rooms. The expert staff use luxury Sothys spa products, and options include massage facials, and beauty treatments.
Fitness Centre
Keep fit and active at the hotel’s onsite gym, which features state of the art equipment.
Activities & Entertainment
Day Trips
The resort offers complimentary garden tours, allowing visitors to admire the beautiful plants and flowers which call the area home.
Tours
The hotel can arrange a variety of sightseeing and cultural tours around the island, including sunset boat trips and dolphin watching tours.
About the location
The welcoming town of Soufriere, nestled along the Western coast of St Lucia, has French origins, which are reflected in its charm and character. Its colonial architecture never fails to impress, while the colourful, bustling seafront are is ideal for people watching. Explore the town’s authentic Creole restaurants, and hop between local bars, sampling the island’s famous rums.
Qualibou volcano, now dormant, provides the sulphur hot springs that are seen in the area, and it creates unbelievable views as it majestically extends out of the sea below. Also make time for the Pitons, two gigantic volcanic spires on either side of the bay, which have been awarded UNESCO World Heritage status. If you prefer to simply relax, head to Anse Chastanet, a sparkling turquoise bay surrounded by dramatic mountains and rainforest.
Transfer time
Ladera Resort is 45 minutes from St Lucia Airport.
Gros Piton Suite with Plunge Pool
Max 2 adults
Gros Piton Suites with Plunge Pool feature an open-air bedroom with queen size bed, en-suite shower, sitting area with magnificent views of the Pitons and Caribbean sea and a non-heated plunge pool.
74m²
Heritage Suite with Pool
Max 4 adults
Heritage Suites with Heated Pool feature an open-air living room with a separate dining area and a heated plunge pool on the ground level, with an open-air master bedroom with king size four-poster bed and en-suite shower on the second level.
223m²
Hilltop Dream Suite with Pool
Max 2 adults
Hilltop Dream Suites with Plunge Pool offer a luxurious accommodation with open-air bedroom with a four-poster king size bed, sitting area and a heated plunge pool with a romantic swing.
112m²
Rainbow Suite with Plunge Pool
Max 2 adults
Rainbow Suites with Plunge Pool are set high up in the rainforest with amazing views of the Pitons and the Caribbean sea. The suites feature a bedroom with queen size bed, ensuite shower, spacious sitting area and a non-heated plunge pool.
93m²
Suite at Paradise Ridge
Max 4 adults
The Suites at Paradise Ridge are constructed from tropical hardwood, Soufriere stone and house cut tiles. All units are decorated with local artwork and feature magnificent views of the Pitons and the Caribbean Sea. The suites feature an open-air bedroom with a four-poster king size bed, spacious bathroom, open sitting area and a swimming pool.
130m²
Resort credit
Guests receive $75 resort credit per room per night (maximum of $300 credit per stay) for a minimum stay of 4 nights or more for holidays between 07 July - 23 December 2018.
Please note not all offers are combinable.
Based on 1498 traveller reviews
87% of travellers recommended this hotel
Travellers Ratings
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Reviews
“ Incredible Stay
jpaq415, Novato, California
Nov 17 2019
We spent 3 nights at Ladera as part of our trip to St. Lucia, and it could not have been more perfect. The rooms are stunning -- beautiful setting, unique, simply perfect. Great food, top-notch...
We spent 3 nights at Ladera as part of our trip to St. Lucia, and it could not have been more perfect. The rooms are stunning -- beautiful setting, unique, simply perfect. Great food, top-notch service, and great amenities. Whether it's for a special trip, an anniversary, a honeymoon, Ladera is a truly magical place to stay.
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“ Stunning - not just a hotel, an experience
Aaron D,
Nov 16 2019
It's difficult to describe this hotel, it's like nowhere I've ever been before. Enjoy the most amazing views from the privacy of your open walled suite, and plunge pool.
Experience the friendly...
It's difficult to describe this hotel, it's like nowhere I've ever been before. Enjoy the most amazing views from the privacy of your open walled suite, and plunge pool.
Experience the friendly service, amazing food, great music. Walks along the ridge.
Hot tubs (especially good for the calves after a trek up gros piton).
It's expensive, but it's difficult to judge how good value it is as there is little to compare it to! Think of a mix of a five star hotel, the fanciest glamping ever, a trip to universal studios (except this isn't a set it's real), and a tree house for grown ups - and you're probably getting somewhere near!
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“ WOW FACTOR epitomized- loved it, but know what you're signing up for!
sdo47802, Franklin, Tennessee
Nov 05 2019
The view is one of the most incredible I have ever seen. Lounging in a private plunge pool in your hotel room overlooking that view is pretty much as good as it gets. The wooden furnishings are all...
The view is one of the most incredible I have ever seen. Lounging in a private plunge pool in your hotel room overlooking that view is pretty much as good as it gets. The wooden furnishings are all made in a shop on site, which was a really nice touch. The bathroom and shower were huge in the room we stayed in. Staff was incredible. Just keep in mind going into the experience that this is not like a modern luxury hotel- the rooms are rustic, and you are basically sleeping outdoors given that there is no fourth wall. It was hot when we were there and I didn't sleep well at all because of the heat, but I'd still do it again!
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“ Beautiful Resort with breathtaking views
Lauren S, Columbus, Georgia
Nov 04 2019
The view from your room is unparalleled. The service was spectacular. Dining at the resort was also fantastic. A very unique and relaxing vacation. Quite possible to never leave you room. Look...
The view from your room is unparalleled. The service was spectacular. Dining at the resort was also fantastic. A very unique and relaxing vacation. Quite possible to never leave you room. Look forward to returning.
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“ This place is heaven on earth
Jason D, Bristol, Rhode Island
Oct 28 2019
We celebrated our honeymoon for 7 nights at Ladera and it was an experience like none other. We were upgraded to the Heritage Suite complimentary which was so cool! My wife and I are very well...
We celebrated our honeymoon for 7 nights at Ladera and it was an experience like none other. We were upgraded to the Heritage Suite complimentary which was so cool! My wife and I are very well traveled both domestically and internationally and have stayed at many high end 5 star resorts and hotels all over the world and I can honestly say that this place ranks at the top in terms of it's sheer beauty and overall atmosphere. The scenery is like none other as you are set at the top of a mountain directly in between the two pitons overlooking the water below. Truly a view that cannot be described with words.
The service from each and every staff member was 5 star as well. They truly go above and beyond to make sure your staff is just perfect.
The restaurant on site is pretty good although my wife and I preferred the Boucan restaurant across the street at Hotel Chocolat. We just enjoyed the food a bit more there. Price wise was about the same although the menu options are totally unique at the boucan.
The breakfast at the Ladera is wonderful. Super tasty and amazing view as well.
I would rank the entire stay as a 10 out of 10. The only thing I would say is that we did experience some bugs in the room here and there which of course is to be expected in the open air concept that Ladera offers. It wasn't as if the resort was doing a bad job keeping them out. You are just part of nature here and The netted beds do a fair job of keeping them away overall.
Waking up to the breeze and hearing the occassional sound of falling rain while you sleep is incredible and I would highly recommend this place to all people.
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