Sugar Beach A Viceroy Resort
Soufriere, Saint Lucia
7 Nights with Flights from £3015pp
Formerly a working sugar plantation, the property has a long history of owners including Lord Glenconner, famously known for his friendship with Princess Margaret, and as the proprietor of the Bang Restaurant.
The resort is currently owned by Roger Myers and completed a three-year multi-million dollar transition that saw the property re-branded and re-launched as Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort on November 30, 2012, under the continued management of the Viceroy Hotel Group.
Follow a winding road through the rainforest to discover a tropical paradise where platinum sands are framed by the Piton mountains and white-washed villas are tucked into the hillside. This former sugar plantation has been transformed into a contemporary and intimate resort where elegance and relaxation are the order of the day
Meet your butler upon arrival and feel any stresses melt away as you are handed a mobile device that allows you to contact them at any time - whether you crave an icy mojito, wish to book dinner in a romantic spot, or arrange for the shuttle to whisk you up the hill. Snorkel in search of colourful marine life or stroll along winding wooden walkways to the enchanting Rainforest Spa where treehouse treatment cabanas are connected by bridges.
Breakfast is served at the Terrace - set in the elegant Great House. Enjoy relaxed al fresco meals at the beachside Bayside Restaurant and Caribbean-influenced elegant dining at the Great Room or head to the Cane Bar, a speciality rum bar, for sushi platters and an Asian-themed menu. Romantic private dining experiences are available with tiki torchlights on the beach or under the stars on your own private terrace.
The first-class Rooms, Villas, Beach Bungalows and Residences feature a classic colonial style complemented with contemporary touches and each comes complete with a private plunge pool and butler service. The Luxury Sugar Mill Rooms are close to the main facilities while Luxury Villas are set high in the hillside. Luxury Beachfront Bungalows offer direct beach access and are just steps from the water's edge.
Situated on the ground floor of the Great House, the Terrace features air-conditioned or al fresco dining for breakfast only
A continental buffet is on offer in addition to a menu of a la carte hot selections. Open 7.00am to 10.30am. On Tuesdays and Saturdays, The Terrace becomes pop-up restaurant Machou serving French bistro dishes family style from 7.00pm to 10.00pm (seasonal)
Enjoy open-air sea side dining with a magnificent view of the Pitons at the Bayside Restaurant, available for lunch and dinner. A la carte lunch is available from 12.30pm to 2.30pm. Dress code for lunch is casual however bathing suits should be covered up. Dinner is served from 6.00pm to 10.00pm. Dress code for dinner is smart casual. Last seating is 10.00pm
On the white sands of Glenconner Beach the Pier Bar serves everything from mouthwatering burgers to succulent coconut shrimp, cocktails and cooling drinks. Open from 9.30am to 5.00pm daily with food service from noon to 5.00pm. The Glenconner Beach jetty is open from 9.30am to 5.00pm daily
For discerning diners there is the elegant Great Room, with its old world colonial charm serving Caribbean influenced fare in candlelit surroundings.
Beautifully presented personalized tasting menus are also available nightly reflecting the cultural influences of Sugar Beach's expert culinary team and utilizing the freshest local ingredients. Enjoy dishes such as Sautéed Sea Scallops with a Truffle Celery Root Remoulade, or Pan-Seared Grouper with White coco bean fricassée, Rouille, and Bouillabaisse. A well devised wine list ensures the ideal accompaniment for every course.
The Cane Bar features a Japanese-inspired menu. Enjoy the signature Caribe Roll with Spicy Kanikama, Cucumber, Eel Sauce, Srirasha, Wrapped in Mango, or a Cane Bar Roll with Spicy Stone Crab, Avocado, Mango, Ikura, Cucumber and Cilantro, Wrapped with Soy Paper and in a Creamy Yuzu Sauce. There is also a selection of Sashimi with fresh catch of the day.
Guests are encouraged to look beyond the walls of the formal restaurants and to enjoy all of the fabulous locations the resort has to offer, anytime, anywhere. Guests choose the time and the place and Sugar Beach's chef will devise a personalized menu to suit their occasion and tastes. 24 hours' notice required.