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East Winds

La Brelotte Bay, Gros Islet, St Lucia

Details last verified July 2026 · How we research

Four-StarNear CoastMid-Size
4.4
★★★★★
1,372 reviews on Google
9.4Out of 10
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Highlights

·1 pools
·1 restaurants & bars
·Full-service spa
·90 min from UVF

Activities & Experiences

Spa & WellnessWater Sports

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Location

La Brelotte Bay, Gros Islet, St Lucia
Nearest airport: UVF
Hewanorra International Airport
1h 30min transfer
+1 758-452-8212

Guest Reviews

★★★★★
StLuciaExpatLife · 4 weeks ago

Did not stay here. Low season, local getogether, did a class in the open pavillon, followed by lunch and a swim. Great buffet food by Croatian female chef who has been on the island for a decade. Octopus sallad, paella, a killer shrimp soup and a peanut dessert that was a pleasant surprise. Always ...

★★★★★
Cheryl Johnstone · a month ago

We would come back in a heartbeat this place captures you, we loved the overall relaxed feel, the self service pool bar, the restaurant staff were just a joy. We had dinner in one of the cabanas one evening for our anniversary and there’s always plenty of sun loungers and towels. The gardens are gor...

★★★★★
Jon Roper · 9 months ago

I recently stayed at East Winds with my wife and her parents to celebrate her 30th birthday. The hotel was exceptional and I would highly recommend it. First, the garden and grounds in the hotel are wonderful and create an authentic Caribbean experience. The beach is spacious and feels very natural...

★★★★★
David Ratzan · 3 months ago

Not super hip or sceney—but this is the charm of the place. If you want to experience something of what it was like to visit St Lucia in the 1970s before the boom of tourists, this is the place for you. The food was quite good and the staff were fantastic. We often had the beach to ourselves.

★★★★★
Matthew Field · a year ago

Just returned from a trip to St Lucia where we stayed at East Winds. A very special place, which is essentially a tropical paradise with incredible service, staff and facilities. We have never felt so welcomed to a hotel and frankly this has been the best hotel by far that my wife, 2 x children and ...

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About the Location
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What's actually included

What the all-inclusive plan covers at East Winds

The line between “all-inclusive” and “all-inclusive except the good stuff” is where trips get expensive. Here's what's genuinely covered, and what still costs extra.

Premium & à la carte dining
Official materials describe fine dining as part of the all-inclusive stay.
Included
Top-shelf liquor
Official FAQ references premium drinks, but exact reserve-label exclusions were not verified.
Partly included
Wi-Fi
Included
In-room minibar
Expedia states stocked minibar beverages are included.
Included
Non-motorized water sports
Official FAQ lists non-motorized watersports as part of the all-inclusive stay.
Included
Spa treatments
Official inclusions describe spa visits as potentially extra.
Costs extra
Off-site excursions
Official FAQ states off-resort excursions may incur an additional fee.
Costs extra
Tipping & gratuities
Expedia states gratuities are included.
Tips included

Inclusions change and vary by room category and season, so always confirm with the resort before booking. How we verify this.

Rooms & Suites

Who fits where at East Winds

The right room is personal: a swim-out for the pool people, a top floor for the view people, two real bedrooms and two baths for families who like a little distance. Here's the lineup from the resort's own accommodations pages.

Deluxe Cottage
1 bedroom
Official site identifies cottage-style accommodations in the garden setting.
Superior Cottage
1 bedroom
Child rates apply to Superior categories for eligible ages.
Ocean Front Room
1 bedroom · Oceanfront
Ocean Front Suite
1 bedroom · sleeps 3 · 51 m² / 552 ft² · Oceanfront
Two Bedroom Garden View Cottage
2 bedrooms · Garden

From the resort's own accommodations pages. Categories and occupancy change with renovations, and connecting rooms are usually request-only, so confirm when you book.

The Daily Reality

Food, pools & the beach itself

Where you'll actually spend the week: how many places there are to eat and drink, what the pool scene offers, and what the water in front of the resort is really like.

Dining & bars

1 restaurantNo reservations needed· Caribbean · International · Garden-to-table · Beachside dining

Official materials describe beachside dining as part of the all-inclusive stay, with cooking classes, rum tastings and special beach-party evenings.

Pools & waterplay

1 pool

Small boutique-pool profile; the beach, gardens and quiet atmosphere are stronger differentiators than pool variety.

The beach itself

Calm, swimmable waterEntry varies along the shoreSnorkeling from shoreSargassum: seasonal (typically spring through summer in the eastern Caribbean)

Quiet La Brelotte Bay beachfront with non-motorized watersports included; beach conditions can vary seasonally.

Venue counts come from the resort's own pages; beach conditions draw on monitoring data and consistent traveler reports. The sea doesn't read press releases, so treat seasonal notes as odds, not promises.

For Families

Taking the kids to East Winds?

A family week turns on the details brochures skip: whether the kids' club is genuinely supervised, who watches the baby on date night, and whether four of you fit in one room. Here's what we've verified.

Kids' club
No kids' club
Teen program
Not offered
Rooms that fit a family
Two Bedroom Garden View Cottage
Beach for young swimmers
Entry varies along the beach
Dinner reservations
Walk-in everywhere, no app battles

Children 8–12 may be accepted, but the resort is adult-oriented and children 7 and younger are not permitted.

Questions parents ask

Does East Winds have a kids' club, and from what age?

No. East Winds doesn't run a supervised kids' club. Plan on parent-supervised play.

Is the beach at East Winds good for young children?

The water in front is typically calm, and the entry varies along the shore. Sargassum seaweed is seasonal (typically spring through summer in the eastern Caribbean), so check recent reports for your travel month.

Is there anything for teenagers at East Winds?

No dedicated teen program at East Winds; teens fall back on the pools, sports, and whatever independence you give them.

Do you need dinner reservations at East Winds?

No: restaurants at East Winds are walk-in, which with tired kids is worth more than an extra venue.

Kids' club ages, hours, and babysitting availability change seasonally, so confirm with the resort before booking.

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Group Travel

Bringing the whole crew to East Winds?

Girlfriend trips, milestone birthdays, three generations under one roof: group logistics make or break the week. Here's how this resort handles them.

Private dining & events
Bookable
Nightlife
Low-key: quiet by late evening

Best for quiet couples, small buyouts and garden-beach relaxation rather than party groups.

Group policies vary by season and party size, so confirm with the resort's group desk before booking.

The Palmprint file

How we scored East Winds

Our independent research: the score, the evidence behind every mark, and what guests actually say.

Palmprint
9.4/10
East Winds
Gros Islet Quarter
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Scores

Beach8.8
Medium
Food9.2
High
Service9.5
High
Rooms9.0
High
Pools7.9
Medium
Value8.8
Medium
Romance9.4
High
Quiet9.5
High

Pros

  • Only 30 cottage-style accommodations.
  • Excellent service and food sentiment.
  • Quiet romantic beach-garden setting.
  • Strong inclusive activity list for a small resort.

Cons

  • Limited pool and nightlife infrastructure.
  • Not suitable for families with young children.
  • Long transfer from UVF.
  • Coordinates are not verified as the exact main entrance.

Things to know

  • East Winds is a true boutique all-inclusive, not a large resort complex.
  • The experience centers on gardens, quiet beach time, service and food.
  • It is not adults-only, but it is not suitable for families with young children.
  • Activities such as non-motorized watersports, yoga, pilates and cooking classes are included; spa and off-resort excursions may cost extra.

Hidden tips

  • Choose oceanfront only if direct beach positioning matters; garden cottages are a major part of the charm.
  • Use the included non-motorized watersports and cooking or rum-tasting activities to maximize value.
  • Plan the long UVF transfer into arrival and departure days.

What guests say

Most loved
  • Quiet boutique atmosphere
  • Food and drinks
  • Staff and service
  • Gardens and beach setting
Most common complaints
  • Limited nightlife
  • Long airport transfer
  • Not designed for young children
  • Small-resort amenity scale
Things people wish they knew
  • This is a quiet boutique all-inclusive, not a mega-resort.
  • Children under 8 are not permitted.
  • The long UVF transfer is part of the trip planning.
From Reddit

Reddit coverage is thin but favorable, describing East Winds as intimate, romantic, food-focused and genuinely all-inclusive.

Rooms

Rooms To Avoid:Any room category if traveling with children under 8High

Expedia states children 7 and younger are not permitted.

Best Value Room:Superior CottageMedium

Best value for guests prioritizing gardens, dining and quiet atmosphere over direct oceanfront placement.

Best Room Category:Ocean Front SuiteMedium

Best broad-fit splurge because the resort's strongest asset is the quiet beachfront setting.

The facts

30
Room Count
1
Number Of Pools
8
Minimum Child Age
1
Number Of Restaurants
SpaGood WifiBeachfrontSwimmable Beach

How we scored it

Food
Restaurant Count: 1Guest Food Signal: 9.2Cooking Class Support: 1All Inclusive Dining Support: 1
Official Dining And Guest Sentiment Synthesis · sources: official_food, official_faq, Expedia, Tripadvisor, Reddit · verified 2026-07-19
Beach
Swimmability: 8.5Beachfront Support: 1Quiet Beach Signal: 9.4Seasonal Sargassum Risk: 6.8
Beachfront Location And Guest Sentiment Synthesis · sources: East Winds, Expedia, Tripadvisor, Reddit · verified 2026-07-19
Pools
Pool Count: 1Quiet Pool Signal: 8.2Pool Variety Penalty: 6.5
Pool Inventory And Resort Focus Synthesis · sources: Expedia, Tripadvisor, East Winds · verified 2026-07-19
Quiet
Room Count: 30Nightlife Penalty: 5Quiet Beach Signal: 9.5Garden Setting Signal: 9.3
Small Inventory And Guest Sentiment Synthesis · sources: East Winds, Expedia, Tripadvisor, Reddit, The Times · verified 2026-07-19
Rooms
Room Count: 30Boutique Cottage Signal: 9Tripadvisor Rooms Rating 5 Scale: 4.7Tripadvisor Sleep Quality Rating 5 Scale: 4.7
Room Inventory And Review Synthesis · sources: East Winds, Expedia, Tripadvisor, official_faq · verified 2026-07-19
Value
All Inclusive Depth: 9.1Long Transfer Penalty: 6.5Included Activity Signal: 8.8Tripadvisor Value Rating 5 Scale: 4.6
Inclusion Depth And Review Synthesis · sources: official_faq, Expedia, Tripadvisor, Reddit · verified 2026-07-19
Overall
Expedia Review Count: 49Expedia Score 10 Scale: 10Tripadvisor Review Count: 1202Tripadvisor Rating 5 Scale: 4.9
Weighted Review And Source Synthesis · sources: East Winds, Expedia, Tripadvisor, Reddit, The Times · verified 2026-07-19
Romance
Room Count: 30Quiet Score: 9.5Service Score: 9.5Young Child Restriction Signal: 1
Quiet Beach Service And Adult Oriented Synthesis · sources: East Winds, Expedia, Tripadvisor, Reddit, The Times · verified 2026-07-19
Service
Small Resort Service Signal: 9.5Expedia Staff Score 10 Scale: 10Tripadvisor Service Rating 5 Scale: 4.9
Review Platform And Guest Sentiment Synthesis · sources: Expedia, Tripadvisor, Reddit, East Winds · verified 2026-07-19

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Scored with Palmprint methodology v1.0.

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