Coco
Resorts comprises of Coco Palm and Coco Kreole, two boutique properties
which are both located in the heart of the culinary centre of St
Lucia, Rodney Bay Village. The two properties cater especially to
the savvy traveler and more importantly to people who want to develop
an intimate appreciation of the island culture.
The philosophy of Coco Resorts is to offer guests affordable rates
while incorporating Saint Lucia's culture with modern day amenities.
If
you're looking for something different, check out Coco Kreole, a
boutique hotel that melds modern Caribbean style with the gracious
hospitality of days gone by.
Restaurants,
bars, art galleries, sailing, golf and the best beach in St. Lucia
are all just a stone's throw away from your home away from home
at Rodney Bay's newest resort.
Visitors must carry
valid passports, except USA and Canadian citizens who possess
valid return tickets and I.D., staying for less than 6 months.
Visas are not required where the visitor is a citizen of the USA
or a Commonwealth country, or where there is agreement for exemption
between the home country and St. Lucia.
Geography
Our neighbours are
Martinique, 21 miles from our Northern tip and St. Vincent, 26
miles from our Southern tip. Both are visible on a clear day.
Barbados is 110 miles Southeast. The island is 27 miles long and
14 miles wide, a total of 238sq. miles.
Departure Tax
There is a Departure
Tax of EC $54 or US$ 22 for all passengers over 12 years old leaving
the Island
Domestic Travel
within the Island
Buses
serve the north of the Island around Castries and Gros Islet very
well and run until around 10.00pm: (longer on Friday night when
the weekly “jump-up” takes place at Gros Islet). However,
there is no scheduled bus timetable. Bus fares: Castries - North
end of the island EC $2.00, Castries - South end of the island (Vieux
Fort) EC $8.00. Car travel via the new West Coast Road from Castries
to Soufriere takes about an hour. From Hewanorra Airport to Castries
takes around an hour.
For
your added comfort, Helicopter transfers are available from Hewanorra
to Castries. There is a Heli-pad located at Vigie Hanger and the
Jalousie Hilton Hotel