Windjammer Landing Resort and Residences
st lucia, st lucia · ★★★★
The Verdict
Worth it for your honeymoon?
Windjammer Landing is a sprawling self-contained Mediterranean-style village of whitewashed villas cascading down a hillside above a private beach on St. Lucia's northwest coast, north of Castries. With 242 units ranging from hotel rooms to full 4-bedroom villas, it's built for longer stays and multi-generational groups rather than romantic short breaks. The villa kitchens, multiple pools, and self-catering flexibility suit couples who want space and independence more than honeymoon pampering. The beach is quiet, the north coast setting is convenient for exploring Rodney Bay, and the property is well-managed. Best for: couples who want a spacious private villa with a kitchen and don't need honeymoon-specific romance programming. Skip it if: you expect a boutique, couples-first atmosphere — families and groups dominate, and the romantic quotient is lower than almost every other option on this list.
- ✓Prioritise spa & wellness
- ✓Want direct beach access
- →Need a strictly adults-only resort
- →Prefer boutique & intimate properties
Score Breakdown
70/100
At a Glance
Room Recommendation
Which room to book
Book a 1-Bedroom Superior Villa or a 1-Bedroom Plunge Pool Villa — these provide kitchen facilities, a private terrace, and enough space that the resort's family character doesn't intrude on your stay. Request an upper-hillside villa for the best views over Labrelotte Bay. The plunge pool category is worth the upgrade for the private pool seclusion. Avoid the standard hotel rooms, which feel generic in a resort primarily designed for villas.
No Surprises
True cost breakdown — 7 nights for two
Based on mid-range rooms, premium-economy flights from Europe, full dining and signature experiences. Adjust for your actual travel profile.
| Item | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| 7 nights 1-Bedroom Plunge Pool Villa | $3,500–$7,000 |
| Flights to St. Lucia (per couple, from NYC) | $700–$1,200 |
| Dining (7 days, mix of resort and self-catering) | $700–$1,200 |
| Spa day (couples) | $300–$450 |
| Activities (sailing, Piton trip, snorkel) | $500–$900 |
| Total (estimated) | $5,700–$10,750 |
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Day by Day
Your 7-night honeymoon itinerary
Arrival & Settle Into Your Village
George FL Charles Airport (SLU) is approximately 20 minutes south. Windjammer Landing feels more like arriving at a private Mediterranean village than a hotel — whitewashed villas, bougainvillea, and multiple terraced pools connected by footpaths. Unpack properly (you have a kitchen and wardrobe space), walk to the beach, and plan the week over a cocktail at the Beach Bar.
Labrelotte Bay Beach Day
The private beach at Windjammer Landing is one of the quieter stretches on St. Lucia's north coast — soft, fine sand without the Rodney Bay crowds. Spend the full morning at the waterline. Afternoon: take the complimentary resort boat taxi along the coast to explore neighbouring bays accessible only by water, including a quiet snorkeling spot about 15 minutes south.
Rodney Bay & Marina
Taxi or walk 20 minutes south to Rodney Bay Marina — one of the Caribbean's largest and most active sailing marinas with excellent restaurants, a long white-sand beach at Reduit, and an evening social scene. Have lunch at a marina restaurant and browse the yacht chandleries. Return to Windjammer for a spa treatment at the Kiara Spa — the hilltop location with sea views makes it one of the better-positioned spas in the north.
Piton Day Trip South
The north coast location means the Pitons are a 2.5-hour drive south — the trade-off for the convenience of the north coast position. Arrange an early start with a private driver (cheaper than a resort excursion) for the full south coast circuit: Pitons, Sulphur Springs, Diamond Falls, and Soufriere town. Return by 5pm for a sunset at Windjammer's hillside bar.
Cook-In & Private Terrace Evening
Use your villa kitchen for once — take a taxi to the Gros Islet Saturday night street party area or Rodney Bay's JQ Charles Mall supermarket in the morning and stock up on local provisions: fresh fish, plantains, St. Lucia hot sauce, and a bottle of Bounty rum. Cook a simple meal on your terrace at sunset. It sounds mundane but self-contained villa cooking is one of the most intimate honeymoon evenings possible.
Sailing Charter & Snorkel
Book a half-day private sailing charter from the resort's water sports centre — Windjammer's beach position gives direct access to north coast sailing. A 4-hour private catamaran trip including snorkeling, rum punch, and lobster is available for around $500–$700 per couple. The north coast reef is less dramatic than the Piton area but adequate for a beautiful morning.
Pool Day & Leisurely Departure
Spend the final morning rotating between Windjammer's multiple terraced pools — the upper pool has the best views across the bay. George FL Charles Airport is 20 minutes away, making even a 1pm flight achievable with a leisurely morning. The self-contained villa style means checkout is uncomplicated — hand in the key and you're done.
Honest Assessment
What to know before you book
Windjammer Landing is one of the least honeymoon-specific properties in St. Lucia — it excels at spacious villa stays but lacks the couples-first service culture of boutique properties
The property is large (242 units) and skews toward families and groups; couples seeking a romantic atmosphere should look elsewhere unless villa independence is their priority
No Piton views and no all-inclusive option — the EP (room only) rate means all food and drinks are additional, which adds up fast at resort prices
The hillside topography means getting between your villa and the beach involves a walk or the resort's shuttle system — straightforward but worth knowing if the beach is your primary destination
Pre-Arrival
Email to send the hotel
Subject: Honeymoon Stay — [Your Names] — Arriving [Check-in Date] Dear Windjammer Landing Reservations Team, My partner and I are honeymooning at your resort from [check-in date] to [check-out date] (Booking reference: [XXX]). Two room preference requests: 1. We are booked in a 1-Bedroom Plunge Pool Villa and would love a unit on the upper hillside with the widest possible view over Labrelotte Bay — ideally a position that is away from the family villa clusters for privacy 2. Please note that we are honeymooners and would appreciate any complimentary touches your team can offer upon arrival Special request: we would love to arrange a private terrace dinner delivered from your kitchen to our villa on approximately night 5 of our stay — please advise on whether this is possible and what the process is. We look forward to experiencing Windjammer Landing. Warm regards, [Your Names]
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is Windjammer Landing Resort worth it for a honeymoon?
It depends on what you want. For spacious villa independence, a private beach, and flexibility to cook and self-cater, it's excellent value. For couples wanting romance-first service, intimate atmosphere, and honeymoon programming, it falls short of most alternatives on this list. Best positioned as a villa holiday with honeymoon timing rather than a dedicated honeymoon resort.
Best room type for honeymooners?
The 1-Bedroom Plunge Pool Villa on the upper hillside — kitchen facilities, private plunge pool, terrace with bay views, and enough separation from the family clusters for a sense of privacy. Avoid standard hotel rooms. Request the highest hillside position available in your category for the best light and views.
When is the best time to visit?
December through April for dry season. The north coast of St. Lucia is slightly more sheltered than the Atlantic-facing south, but dry season still offers the most reliable sunshine. January through March are the premium months. May and November are good shoulder-season options with minimal weather disruption and lower rates.
How do we get there?
Fly into George FL Charles Airport (SLU) in Castries — approximately 20 minutes south of Windjammer Landing on the north coast. This is the correct airport; Hewanorra (UVF) is 90 minutes away. International flights typically connect through Miami, Barbados, or Puerto Rico to reach SLU.
What's included in honeymoon packages?
Windjammer Landing operates on a room-only or bed-and-breakfast basis — there is no all-inclusive option. The property is designed for self-sufficient stays. Some honeymoon booking supplements include champagne on arrival, a breakfast credit, and a spa voucher. Budget carefully for all meals as dining on-property adds substantially to costs.
Insider tip?
The property's multiple terraced pools are used at very different rates — the lower beach pool is busiest, but the upper hillside pool by the Kiara Spa sees a fraction of the traffic and has the best views. Claim that pool early on your second morning. Also: ask the concierge to arrange a private boat taxi around the bay at sunset — it's not advertised but frequently available.
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