Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort

St Lucia, Caribbean

Virgin rating

The hotel

This world-class beachfront resort with stylish accommodation is nestled between the majestic Pitons, among more than 100 acres of picturesque, landscaped rainforest. The marine protected bay with gentle shallow water (perfect for small children) offers incredible snorkelling as the waters of Sugar Beach are part of the National Marine Reserve. The collection of multi-bedroomed Residences and Sugar Beach' Beachfront Collection brings a new level of luxury to St Lucia, or opt for a Luxury Beachfront Bungalow, just steps from the water's edge on the white sands of Sugar Beach. Whether you're relaxing by the infinity pool, indulging in spa treatments, or sipping a rum cocktail at the new poolside bar and cabanas, Sugar Beach promises an unforgettable and indulgent experience in one of the Caribbean's most enchanting destinations.

Amenities

  • Hobie Cats
  • Kayaking
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Windsurfing
  • Babysitting service
  • Kids Club
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Laundry Service

Where is it

Between the famous Pitons, 10 minutes to Soufriére, 1 hour 30 minutes to Castries. Transfer time from airport: 45 minutes.

Hotel information

101 rooms, villas, cottages and luxury beachfront bungalows are scattered in 'hamlets'. All with butler service, balcony/terrace with plunge pool, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, complimentary WiFi, TV and film channels, tea/coffee maker, safe, bathrobes, hairdryer and umbrella. All rooms receive complimentary stocked mini-bar with water, beers and soda. All other items carry a charge. Sugar Mill Luxury Rooms have a large bathroom with coral stone detailing and signature amenities, plunge pool, private patio and walled garden, with a 4-poster bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults. Sugar Beach Meal Plan (all Inclusive option): includes all meals and drinks by the glass (house brands, local water). Meals can be enjoyed in all restaurants apart from Boopa's Cafe and Saltwood (all guests dining in Saltwood will receive $125 credit per person, for menu items if on a meal plan that includes dinner). Basic items in the mini-bar and room service (delivery service fee tray charge applies). Full American Breakfast Plan option: available at a supplement. 

Half Board option: available at a supplement. Full American Breakfast and dinner, meals can be enjoyed in all restaurants apart from Boopa's Cafe and Saltwood (all guests dining in Saltwood will receive $125 credit per person, for menu items if on a meal plan that includes dinner). Basic items in the mini-bar and room service (delivery service fee tray charge applies). No drinks are included. 

Superior Sugar Mill Luxury Rooms are located close to the heart of Sugar Beach with views of the resort's lush gardens and palm lawn. Each one has a 4-poster bed, plunge pool in a walled private garden and boasts a private roof terrace — most with ocean and Gros Piton views, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Luxury Cottages are located amongst the lush vegetation and gardens, and have a private terrace and plunge pool, and large bathroom with oversized walk-in shower, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Luxury Villas are located within the gardens of the resort, and have a large bathroom with Victorian-style claw foot bath and oversized walk-in shower, private patio with plunge pool, and 4-poster bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Superior Villas feature a separate living room with sofa bed, and bathroom with Victorian-style claw foot bath and oversized walk-in shower. With garden views, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Superior Luxury Villas have a separate living room, bathroom with Victorian-style claw foot bath and oversized walk-in shower, private patio with plunge pool, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Grand Luxury Villas have separate living room, walk-in closet/dressing room, bathroom with Victorian-style claw foot bath and oversized walk-in shower, private patio with large plunge pool, 4-poster bed and queen-size sofa bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Grand Luxury Villa Ocean View are the same as Grand Luxury Villas, but with unobstructed ocean views, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

2-Bedroom Beachfront Bungalow are the same as Luxury Beachfront Bungalows, but with additional bedroom, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

2-Bedroom Grand Luxury Villas have two master bedrooms with 4-poster beds, two walk-in closets/dressing rooms, two bathrooms with Victorian-style claw foot bathtub and oversized walk-in shower, two large plunge pools and private patios, and two enclosed living rooms with pull-out sofa beds, sleeping maximum 6 adults or 4 adults and 4 children.

2-Bedroom Superior Luxury Cottages have two master bedrooms with 4-poster bed, large bathroom with coral stone detailing and walk-in shower, two enclosed living rooms with pull-out sofa beds, private patio with walled garden and infinity-edge pool, sleeping maximum 6 adults or 4 adults and 4 children.

Luxury Beachfront Bungalow have walk-in closet/dressing room, large bathroom with walk-in shower and free-standing bathtub, private courtyard with outdoor shower and Jacuzzi, and private thatched shade area with sun loungers and table and chairs, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

The Residences

Featuring personalised butler service, and each with a private infinity-edge pool, The Residences are the ultimate in private luxury. When staying in The Residences, you can also expect views of the Caribbean Sea and Pitons, full kitchen, turndown service, separate living room, Nespresso™ machines, ROIL and Natura Bisse bath amenities, and soaking tub in the master bedroom.

1-Bedroom Residence is split into two categories - beachfront and ocean view. The beachfront option has direct access to the white sand beach, and the ocean view has spectacular views of the sparkling sea. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

2-Bedroom Residence is spread over two storeys. The master bedroom has 1 king-size bed, and the second bedroom has twin beds and a large daybed, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

3-Bedroom Residence is split into three categories — beachfront, oceanfront and ocean view. The beachfront option has direct access to the white sand beach, the oceanfront option has uninterrupted views of the ocean, and the ocean view has spectacular views of the sparkling sea. The master bedroom has 1 king-size bed, and the second and third bedrooms have either 1 double bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 6 adults or 2 adults and 4 children.

4-Bedroom Residence is split into three categories — beachfront, oceanfront and ocean view. The beachfront option has direct access to the white sand beach, the oceanfront option has uninterrupted views of the ocean, and the ocean view has spectacular views of the sparkling sea. The master bedroom has 1 king-size bed, and the second, third and fourth bedrooms have either 1 double bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 8 adults or 4 adults and 4 children.

2-Bedroom Villa Residence is a single-story villa, with 1 king-size bed in the master bedroom and either 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds in the second bedroom, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

3-Bedroom Villa Residence is a two-storey villa and is split into two categories — beachfront or ocean view. The beachfront option has direct access to the white sand beach, and the ocean view has spectacular views of the sparkling sea. The master bedroom has a private balcony, large master claw-footed tub overlooking the sea and 1 king-size bed. The second bedroom has twin beds, and the third bedroom has 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 5 adults or 2 adults and 3 children.

Beachfront Collection

The all-new Beachfront Collection consists of three award-winning beachfront houses, offering maximum privacy and comfort. The interior space features floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, giving breathtaking 180-degree views out across the Caribbean Sea and the Pitons beyond and merging interior with exterior. As you enter, you are immediately welcomed to the entrance hall, games rom, living and dining area and kitchen. Other features include outdoor shower, shaded terraces, outdoor kitchen and dining area, sunset yoga deck, Jacuzzi, plunge pool, waterslide and swimming pool, as well as direct, private beach entrance onto the exclusive beach area. 24-hour Butler service is also included.

4-Bedroom Beachfront Collection, with four master bedrooms. Three bedrooms feature 1 king-size bed, and the fourth bedroom has twin beds. Sleeping maximum 8 people.


5 restaurants and a cafe: The Terrace (serving breakfast), Bonte (open for à la carte lunch and dinner, Tapas menu available 11:30am-6:00pm), The Cane Bar (sushi, sashimi and other Asian-inspired dishes) and Saltwood (elegant dinner with International fare), Jalousie Grill (open for lunch and dinner), Boopa’s (Grab and go café). 4 bars including The Jalousie Bar open 9:00am-11:00pm serving cocktails, beachside, under the almond trees. The Cane Bar, a speciality rum bar serving lighter fare such as sushi, sliders, sashimi, and satay. (The Cane Bar is open to guests 18 years and older). Room service*.

Regular programme of daily activities and evening entertainment.

Swimming pool. The Rainforest Spa* with tree house treatment rooms and a specialist skin clinic. Fitness centre. New kids club (with supervised activities for 4-12 years old, including storytelling, dance classes and craft making. Teen club. Tennis and volleyball. Water sports including Hobie Cats, windsurfing, kayaks and snorkelling. Scuba-diving* with resort course available*. Glenconner Beach jetty is open from 9:30am-5:00pm daily for resident guests 15 years and older. The all-new Audio Art Tour.

Hotel shuttle around the resort. Butler service. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. Babysitting*. Beauty salon*. Gift shop.

This hotel has a Tourism Accommodation Fee of $6 per person, per night (payable locally, subject to change). Children aged 12-17 will be charged US $3 per person, per night. No fee for under 12s.

* Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating A Day at Sugar Beach

Apr 19, 2024 Kathleen T

My husband and I spent a day at the Sugar Beach resort while staying in the Soufriere area. We had a lovely time on the beach which, as the name implies, is fine white sand with an easy gradual entry to the Caribbean Sea. The beach loungers have very comfortable cushions and tiki style umbrellas for shade. There are lots of water toys to play… Read more
My husband and I spent a day at the Sugar Beach resort while staying in the Soufriere area. We had a lovely time on the beach which, as the name implies, is fine white sand with an easy gradual entry to the Caribbean Sea. The beach loungers have very comfortable cushions and tiki style umbrellas for shade. There are lots of water toys to play with and excellent snorkelling off the beach by the Petit Piton. We had a delightful lunch at the Bonte restaurant right on the beach! The setting of the resort between St. Lucia's iconic Pitons is breathtaking! We plan to spend a few nights at Sugar Beach when we next return to St. Lucia Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Wow! What a Treat!

Apr 18, 2024 ATLChristy Atlanta, Georgia

The Viceroy at Sugar Beach is spectacular. Is it expensive? Yes it is. Are you treated like royalty. Yes you are! We were a party of four, two seniors traveling with our adult daughter and 9 year old granddaughter. All four of us had a spectacular time. Nestled between the two iconic Pitons, our bungalow on the beach was the perfect location… Read more
The Viceroy at Sugar Beach is spectacular. Is it expensive? Yes it is. Are you treated like royalty. Yes you are! We were a party of four, two seniors traveling with our adult daughter and 9 year old granddaughter. All four of us had a spectacular time. Nestled between the two iconic Pitons, our bungalow on the beach was the perfect location for an unforgettable week. The natural surroundings which greeted us each morning and the spectacular sunsets each night, made us feel like we were on a movie set. The resort, itself, is a well deserved 5 star facility, but even more impressive are the people working there. The service is a solid 10! We ate at all four of its restaurants (five actually, if you count the fabulous breakfast buffet in the main building). The hotel's upscale restaurant called Saltwood was particularly memorable not only because of the excellent meal but also because of the fuss they made over me as I was celebrating my 75th birthday. Our granddaughter loved hanging out at the Kids Club. We, in turn, enjoyed being pampered at the Rainforest Spa. We booked excursions through our "butler" which included transportation. We were always provided with wonderful drivers who navigated the windy roads of St. Lucia safely, with precision and care. If you want a "White Lotus Experience" without the drama this might be the place for you. Read less
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Apr 16, 2024 Mikeofokc Edmond, Oklahoma

Took kids and grandkids. Four bedroom suite with private pool and outdoor patio was perfect. They assign a butler to every suite, cottage which helps make things go smooth. Linus was our man and he was great. Even helped prepare one of in room cooked meal. The grounds are beautiful and ocean is calm and enjoyable. Of course for this level of… Read more
Took kids and grandkids. Four bedroom suite with private pool and outdoor patio was perfect. They assign a butler to every suite, cottage which helps make things go smooth. Linus was our man and he was great. Even helped prepare one of in room cooked meal. The grounds are beautiful and ocean is calm and enjoyable. Of course for this level of comfort, convenience service and quality it is expensive. For the week I spent double what Iv paid to Maui or the Moon. Yes the moon, I like to travel. Breakfast is the best meal and great buffet. Everything else is just fancy bit rich but tasteful. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating The most luxurious vacation of my lifetime

Apr 15, 2024 allisonbR4980IN

I am a 50-year-old mom who has done a fair amount of traveling (Brazil, Hawaii, Costa Rica, Mexico, Greece, Turkey, France, Iceland, Canada, various US national parks, etc.). I am delighted to say that the vacation my family recently experienced at Sugar Beach was, by far, the most luxurious of them all. Sugar Beach is a truly special location,… Read more
I am a 50-year-old mom who has done a fair amount of traveling (Brazil, Hawaii, Costa Rica, Mexico, Greece, Turkey, France, Iceland, Canada, various US national parks, etc.). I am delighted to say that the vacation my family recently experienced at Sugar Beach was, by far, the most luxurious of them all. Sugar Beach is a truly special location, a tropical paradise filled with gorgeous flowering plants and trees, situated right between the Piton mountains. Although man made, the white-sand beach is stunning, and the surrounding healthy coral reef just off shore is magnificent to behold under water. My husband and I went on a SCUBA trip that had crystal-clear visibility. We were mesmerized by the gorgeous iridescent coral formations and plentiful tropical fish. The following day my husband got certified to hunt lionfish (which are invasive to the reef), and he had a great experience spear fishing with a dive instructor! The hotel chef cooked the fresh lionfish right on the beach at Bonte Restaurant, and we had an absolutely delicious dinner. My family also attended a night snorkel with flashlights with two of our teenagers, and it was an incredible experience. We spotted tons of fish, lobsters, some eels, and even an octopus! The waterfront staff were excellent with the kids. This was an ideal location to learn how to dive, and the resort does offer an introduction to diving for people who are not yet certified. I loved the fact that you could SCUBA or snorkel right off the beach. In addition, the dive sites to which we traveled were just 5 minutes away in either direction, an easy ride for a person like me, who often gets seasick on boat rides. Seasickness was not an issue for me at all during this trip, a small miracle. The upkeep of the resort itself was meticulous. Our spacious, snow-white villa with a private plunge pool was spotless. We were impressed by the dedicated cellphone that could be used to reach our butler at any moment. We nicknamed the phone "Janet" after the character on the Good Place who magically delivers whatever the humans need at a moment's notice. Sugar Beach is a terraced structure, built into the surrounding steep heels. As someone who loves to walk and get exercise, the steepness was just fine with me. Older folks or those with physical challenges might struggle with the hills, but there was also the option of utilizing the hotel's robust shuttle system. Remarkably, I felt in better physical shape at the end of the vacation than at the beginning. The daily breakfast was fantastic. My children loved the crepe and acai stations, and I enjoyed having a morning salad and tons of fresh fruit. The French pastries were out of this world. My only critique regarding the food would be the prices for the buffets, which were quite high. That being said, the beach barbecue buffet had an excellent array of delicious food choices, and my kids went crazy for the dessert table. The desserts included a chocolate fountain, cotton candy station, unlimited candy, S'mores, and tons of delicious cakes, cookies, tarts, etc. It felt much like attending a wedding and indulging in a fancy Viennese dessert table. The excursions were also pricey, but extremely enjoyable. In addition to the water activities, my daughter and I loved climbing the "Gros Piton" mountain. My other daughter, who hates hiking, had a wonderful time making her own chocolate bars at Hotel Chocolat. The entire family had lots of fun on the Superman waterfall hike, where we learned about the medicinal properties of many local plants. Lastly, we took a taxi ride to Soufriere, where we enjoyed touring the botanical gardens and the Diamond waterfall. This excursion was much less expensive, because the only significant cost was the taxi ride. In summary, Sugar Beach is well worth the trip for anyone who loves great food, top-notch service, and magical scenery, both above and below the water. Read less
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Apr 10, 2024 Rhonda R

Beautiful pristine beach! It’s very low key and quiet. You have to park up the street in the free parking and walk down if you aren’t staying at the resort. The walk back up is horrible but we had a nice person from the hotel pick us up and drive us back to our car. The people are so friendly and helpful everywhere in St. Lucia.