Sugar Beach

The place

Over 100 acres of white sand and rainforest in St Lucia, on the site of an 18th-century sugar plantation. From the waterfront, an uninterrupted view of the heritage-listed Pitons and the water beyond.

Rooms, villas, beachfront bungalows and private residences share a soothing white palette with light wooden touches. Four-poster beds, a plunge or private pool, butler service, ROIL and Natura Bisse toiletries.

The sea sets the rhythm — sailing, kayaking, snorkeling, scuba diving. On land, a modern fitness center, two tennis courts, beach volleyball, pool tables. The Rainforest Spa holds its treatments inside a calming treehouse.

Dining runs from a Grab'n Go cafe to Saltwood, the signature restaurant for steaks and seafood. The Cane Bar answers with a Southeast Asian share-style menu.