Calabash Cove Resort & Spa

Summation: If In search of a boutique orientation resort with a prevailing atmosphere of quiet enjoyment, perfect option. All lodging units have water views. With under 30 units, even at full occupancy feels private. Perfect for honeymoons, relaxation and if oriented upscale dining i.e. no buffets or similar. If your desire’s orient towards partying, activities, non-stop socializing, multiple dining venues, active bar scene and related many better options. See full review as follows: Airport to Resort: Once you deplane and exit Immigrations and customs there are multiple information kiosks for the many resorts in St Lucia, Calabash is approx. middle of the group (and yes its busy when a larger plane arrives or multiples). I would suggest booking private transport via The Calabash concierge as it is seamless. Also I suggest a private car as others have mentioned roads are challenging i.e. hills, switchbacks, driving is on the right and signals are few. A private car I believe would be more comfortable versus a larger van based on center of gravity and handling. Options via the Calabash concierge include helicopter transport and scheduled water-taxi service. For the drive from the airport (UVH) assume 1.5 hrs. and keep camera available as some beautiful scenery. Upon arrival at the resort past the guarded/gated entry, the lobby is open-air taking advantage of the exceptional St Lucia climate. Reception is via a sit-down desk, no formal check-in or lines of guests keeping within the boutique orientation, very personalized and of course the concierge is aware of your ETA per the transport. Once checked in depending on lodging type there are units in the main building including Swim-Up Jr. Suites and additional Sunset View Jr. Suites in adjacent yet detached multi-unit buildings. The utmost luxury is the Waters Edge Cottages. These ate ½ duplex i.e. one common wall, units offering a private deck and private plunge pool. If your budget allows and there is availability, go ahead and splurge! Our Waters Edge Cottage #6 was literally above the resort’s beach access. The beach is small, intimate and private. The cottages with their Balinese design, #6 truly reminded me of when we stayed in Banyan Tree Bintan Island, Indonesia the difference being a Caribbean Sea view versus the South China Sea. All cottages have a wraparound deck with its own as mentioned private plunge pool. On the deck there is a day bed, a table with chairs, an Adirondack chair and a private hammock. Even though we were literally steps from the beach we spent most of our time on our private deck as it is secluded; perfect for reading, napping and of course the plunge pool to cool off if needed. The main interior room is the living room with folding doors that open onto the deck for a true indoor/outdoor orientation. The living room is small but perfect for vacation with a sofa, chairs, table, ample selection of books, smart flat-screen TV (yes you can log into your Netflix), as well as a wet bar which has a coffee/tea station refilled daily including a Lavazza pod machine, a tea kettle (former British Colony), glasses, cups and selection of coffee, tea, sweeteners and a mini-refrigerator which can be stocked upon request. Beyond the glass doors is the bedroom. Expansive with a massive king bed and one of the softest mattresses I have ever experienced. There is also a jetted 2px tub in the corner, an armoire for clothing as well as a dresser. The writing desk/chair and bed side-tables have reading lamps. Other reviews have commented the furnishings seem dated. I would agrees to a point, however as I am there for an authentic vacation and not necessarily there for the newest contemporary Aloft or similar design orientation. The furnishings are absolutely comfortable and functional. Of note, the bedroom has a ceiling fan and mini-split a/c. The living room only has a ceiling fan as the open doors and breezes keep the space temperate. The bathroom is adjacent/accessible via the bedroom and unique, Two vanities and a separate water closet. From the bathroom one accesses the truly open-air shower i.e. no ceiling, open to the elements and accessible from the bathroom as well as the deck (louvered doors on deck-side insure privacy). Truly decadent and romantic. The outdoor shower does have lighting as well. How the unit is designed it is very private no matter where in the resort you are positioned. Rooms were serviced daily with service being unobtrusive. As mentioned in addition to restocking coffee/tea, the resort provides reusable metal water bottles as well. Dining: Dining is somewhat limited to the one on-site restaurant which is an expansive open-air orientation steps below the main reception with open-views, not a bad table to be found. No need for reservations; again the boutique orientation i.e. Calabash knows the number of guests and plan accordingly. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Of note, there is a dress-code which is in my opinion welcoming; during day no bathing suits, at night, no open-toes shoes for men i.e. flip-flops and requested collared shirts i.e. no t-shirts, polo's and short-sleeved button-downs seemed to be the norm. While the dress-code may not be to everyone’s liking, there is a sense of civility without being formal. Most men wore the mentioned polo shirts or a button-down with walking/Bermuda shorts or similar. Women usually wore light casual dresses or blouses and skirts. At breakfast it is a more casual orientation, while no bathing suits, most men wore t-shirts and open shoes. Same at lunch. Of note the pool bar offers food service and of course can dine in swim suits and similar attire. And yes there is a swim-up bar. Food: All menus (breakfast, lunch and dinner) are a la carte, not a buffet in sight. The breakfast menu has all the traditional favorites both North American and UK. Every meal is custom to the guest, thus no issues concerning substitutions and diners are asked about any allergies and related. Breakfast like dinner is a leisurely affair, served until 10A. With the views and breezes a great way to stat the morning. To be honest we started our mornings on our private deck w/ coffee from the Lavazza machine (offers espresso, mild roast and decaf) and catching up on news (via iPads) and related (strong wireless throughout the resort) and then headed to breakfast. As we ate breakfast late, we usually skipped lunch or shared small bites at the pool. Dinner: The dinner menu is the same each night with a nice selection of offerings however there is also a page of daily specials. Good diversity of items. While I am a carnivore, the vegetarian options were delicious as desired to enjoy a healthier vacation! Service, friendly and professional. Overall the food regardless of meal service was very good. Again, if your desires orient to buffet or more institutional offerings i.e. chaffing dishes and unlimited dessert options you may be disappointed. However if you orient to more a la’ carte orientation and upmarket dining habits, you will not be disappointed. Concerning pricing, if not on the All-Inclusive; not inexpensive, not expensive, moderate prices i.e dinner for two i.e. 3-courses and drinks including tax and gratuity about $100+/- USD. We usually shared dessert and concerning alcohol my personal tastes run to local beers i.e. $6USD, wine between $10-$14 and mixed top-shelf cocktails $12-16. Be sure to sample their infused rum at the bar with caution it is strong! Before and after dinner common to see guests sitting by the bar or off the main lobby or similar enjoying a pre or post meal cocktail. With the views and breezes it is a luxury being able to sit and relax and just chill or converse and related. Nightly there is background entertainment yet it's truly background, more ambiance versus interactive. Spa: The resort has a full-service spa which caters not only to guests but also locals and others and thus books up quickly. We enjoyed a body scrub as an option to try the spa out and experience the use of local balms and so forth. There is also full “beauty” options including, hair, make-up, manicures and pedicures as known for their weddings. Also an excellent selection of services oriented to men. Gym: Adjacent to the spa is the workout area. Decently equipped with treadmills, ellipticals, a bike and a small selection of dumbbells and a bench. There are also yoga mats, blocks and towels and a water cooler. While I did work out daily only one time did, I see anyone else using the workout facilities. Water Sports: There is a nice selection of non-motorized options including kayaks and paddle-boards available. I did see some using the kayaks and paddle boards. The main pool is long enough to enjoy laps. Few were at the pool as I believe most gravitate to the beach which has ample shaded areas and cocktails/food can be delivered to the beach. Grounds: As is common in St Lucia the resort is built on a hillside so be prepared to tackle some stairs as there are no elevators. If stairs are an issue consider the lodging units in the main building due to their proximity to the pool, dining and spa being adjacent. With that mentioned the landscaping is beautiful and lush. Except for the main building, all other parts of the resort are on walkways with slight inclines with subdued lighting in the evenings. While I would not consider the resort a truly accessible property by ADA standards, it is not the most challenging either. However, if mobility is an issues, please consider as there are no elevators or golf carts. Sundry Retail: There is a small sundry store with basics including a few rum options, tourist oriented souvenirs, toiletries including sun block and related. However, due to size of resort limited inventory i.e. no soft drinks, ice cream or similar, all of which are available via dining or at the bar or via room service. The resort overall within my personal comfort genre i.e. causal and laid-back with a boutique orientation. I am one for starting my morning off with the newspaper and ending the day with a good book. The on-site concierge offers a wealth of available activities on and around the island as well as on the water. Thus if you wish to explore many, many options available. Basically you can make your visit as exciting or relaxing as you wish.

We returned to the very place where we said “I do,” and it still feels just as magical. The beach is quiet, private, with soft sand, calm waters, and those cozy water doughnuts perfect for snuggling up with your loved one ❤️ On our anniversary, we had a private dinner on the pier the setting was flawless, Sandy was an amazing host, the atmosphere unforgettable, and the food absolutely lovely. A huge thank you to all the staff who made our stay so special. Rohen is a top man who runs a smooth ship, and while there are too many names to mention, every single member of the team was attentive, welcoming, and couldn’t do enough for us. Thank you to Joequim behind the bar he was brilliant and went above and beyond, We’re truly grateful. The massages were heavenly thank you Marsha and co.

Amazing time! The Food, staff and view here were stunning!!

Location is Perfect, atmosphere was inviting that we received to come a second time after our stay in 2025. Beautiful time spent for our 10th anniversary. That's We will definitely come again.

The resort is very nice, pretty and clean. The staff is impeccable. I’ve never experienced better service, including room service, housekeeping, maintenance, restaurant staff. The food has been very good with many choices available at every meal. The coffee is delicious! The pool is always clean and the pool bar is convenient. The nightly music was excellent. We had a birthday dinner celebration that was lovely.