Ti Kaye Resort & Spa

This was our first visit to St Lucia and we chose Ti Kaye as it looked to be a really special location and hotel. We tend to like quieter places over the big brand type hotels and this fit the bill 100%. The 33 'houses' are nicely spaced apart offering privacy with stunning views. We stayed in RoRo with a plunge pool and it was the perfect spot - close to the pool and restaurant but with an amazing view. Our outdoor shower was brilliant - the veranda outside had two rocking chairs(heavy), a large hammock and two sun loungers - every thing we needed. Room was great - bed a bit high - but I soon got used to taking a leap into it! We took the boat into Castries - which was fun - very much enjoyed the little guided tour around, however found the duty free a bit disappointing - so we found a great bar instead! The sea was quite rough with red flags most days - but this didn't stop us enjoying the beach. Lots of boats come into the bay for snorkeling from nearby resorts etc - so areas of the sea get busy at times. The wine cave is wonderful - definitely book the wine tasting with Rohan - he is amazing, very knowledgeable and lots of fun. Special thanks to Cerean and Jerry our waiters - who always made sure we had a great spot for dinner, and by the end of the week would just leave the bottle of red wine with us! Also Vincea in the bar - she makes the best old fashioned cocktail! Meals were great - breakfast was relaxed and the cooked food was delicious - items were replenished pretty quickly and always fresh. The smoothies were the best start to my day! Just be mindful of the little birds that fly around - they are quite bold and will drink your rum punch if you leave it unattended! Lunch at the beach restaurant - always great and you should try the banana ketchup! The only downside for me was the dinners as I am a pescatarian (eat fish not meat) - the only choice each night was mahi mahi - yes it was cooked in different ways but it did get very boring only having that or the vegan menu to choose from. I would have liked more variety - however my husband the carnivore ate really well! Lastly - we have to mention Christian, our driver back to the airport - he is the kindest and most interesting man - we loved hearing his story of growing up, setting up his own business, losing it all in a fire and rebuilding his life. He is so dedicated to his role - he told us all about how the owner Neil has helped his with his career, how he cares for his staff team and gives back to the community through his foundation. Christian has so much respect for Neil and you can tell all the staff team feel the same way with the service they offer and kindness they show their guests.

We arrived here after staying at another resort and had high expectations, and initially, we were impressed although the track down is absolutely terrible. We were greeted on arrival with a Rum punch and shown around, then the taxi took us to our 'duplex' and we settled in. We found out very quickly that there is so much wrong with the resort. On our balcony were 2 extremely heavy, uncomfortable, almost unmovable rocking chairs in the sun and a hammock so huge a family of 4 could have slept on it. No loungers, no recliners. Just VERY uncomfortable wooden upright chairs.So ended lying on the bed out of the sun! Also it's a long steep climb back up to the room. The beach bar is the best part of this resort. Food was fabulous As for breakfast...dont start me off. It was the worst 4 star breakfast I've ever had. Pics attached. Plastic ham and cheese, ran out of plates, bowls , fruit, pastries etc. 1*. You carve your own bread, and guests were nibbling it as they did so. So unhygienic. Then the gardener started the leaf blower during breakfast. Management should have told him to go away until after breakfast. And you have to pay extra if you want eggs • Reception area is strange. It's in a room and you feel like you're going into the head mistress's office. Ask us anything they say but upon entering are dis-interested and continue typing with no eye contact! No gowns in the rooms , the beds are very comfortable but so high. You'll need a step ladder if you're smaller than 5ft4! The curtains are very difficult to pull, the hooks get caught on the runners and several times housekeeping forgot essentials, hand soap and bath mats. The beautiful pool lights are on a timer and go off at 8.15pm in the middle of dinner. Firstly this means if you are facing that way you then look at darkness and secondly extremely dangerous if you are exiting that way. The beach is a fun ride down on the funicular but make sure you take mosquito spray. We came back up to the pool after lunch and found absolutely no shade there. Sun umbrellas are in concrete bases and totally unmovable. Dinner slots are up until 8pm...everyones out by 9pm. We were not party goers, but even we thought it was quiet. No nice outdoor bar to sit at before or after dinner. Just one inside with no atmosphere and air-conditioning set on - 20 °C. So all in all this is a beautiful setting but quite a disappointing stay for the $$$$ paid.

Beautiful villa complex, spacious rooms, all overlooking the Caribbean. Of all the resorts we stayed at on our recent Caribbean tour, Ti Kay, alyhough very nice in parts, is the only one we would not go back to. The villas are lovely, but the spacious veranda has two uncomfortable hard chairs you cannot relax in , and a horrile useless hammock, It desperately needs a couple of relaxer chairs/loungers so you can relax in the peace of your own spacious private verander. This alone would put us off returning. Such a waste of beautul space. Unable to have a comfy nap on our veranda as we speak, I have come doen to the lovely pool, but NO Shade- umbrellas do not tilt (why not) There is a lovely beach bar, great food and views. BUT there is no central longe/pool bar, the main heart of any resort is a main bar where everyone gathers before/after dinner. Dinner is ridiculously early- last sitting 8pm/ After that , as there is no central bar the resort goes completely dead...Final disapointment- this was the only resort w estayed at that did not offer a complimentary cooked breakfast- the complimentary continental breakfast was pretty dire. All in all they have got it 85% right-

The staff were wonderful and the resort was beyond expectations. Our accommodations were magical and the vibe was exactly what we were looking for- from meals to available tours to diving, snorkeling and the beach. Almost don’t want to tell to many people so it stays the gem it is- but I’ve told everyone

I don't know where to start. The waiters are so friendly and service are amazing. All the staff were very helpful and accommodating. From the reception to the bellman. The scenery and ambiance was beautiful. It is a peaceful, private and unique atmosphere. My boyfriend and I loved the experience. We did the all inclusive meal plan. Can't miss a meal, the meal times are perfect! Breakfast taste so good. Dinner was a bit on the salty side for me, with the seafood pasta but It was still good. Loved the outside bathroom. This resort is worth every penny!!