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Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa is a family-friendly all-inclusive resort in Vieux Fort, Saint Lucia with 250 rooms. Amenities include Adults-Only Pool, Babysitting, Beach, Buffet Dining and Diving. Travelers rate it 4.4/5 across 1,224 Google reviews.
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Quick answers
- Is Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa adults only?
- No — Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa is a family-friendly resort that accepts children of all ages.
- Where is Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa?
- Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa is in Vieux Fort, Saint Lucia. Its address is 000, Vieux Fort Lighthouse, St. Lucia.
- How many rooms does Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa have?
- Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa has 250 rooms.
- Is Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa all-inclusive?
- Yes — Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa is an all-inclusive resort, so meals, drinks and most on-site activities are covered by the rate.
Traveler Insights(77 discussions)
Coconut Bay Beach Resort in Saint Lucia occupies a specific niche: it's the family-friendly all-inclusive that actually delivers on the waterpark promise in a destination that otherwise caters mostly to adults. The lazy river and water slides alongside Coco Land - a kids zone with a petting zoo, free-roaming donkeys, and an animal sanctuary - make this place genuinely memorable for families. travelers is full of people recommending it specifically because it has features you just can't find at other Saint Lucia properties. The adults-only side adds flexibility, and the relaxed, European-leaning crowd gives it a laid-back atmosphere that differs noticeably from the louder Cancun scene.
The big story right now is the largest renovation in the resort's 20-year history - roughly $14 million resort-wide, expected to reach about $20 million by winter 2026-27. The adults-only Harmony wing's 125 rooms were completely rebuilt and reopened in October 2025 with a contemporary island-chic aesthetic, a new pool deck, water feature, and renovated bar, and the CocoLand lazy river was resurfaced and re-landscaped. The family Splash wing's 125 rooms are being renovated now with completion expected by October 2026, so family-side guests booking before then should expect some construction activity. On the food side, the buffet gets regularly criticized for being bland and oddly seasoned (the bacon controversy is real - multiple independent Travelers mention it), but the a la carte restaurants fare much better and are considered a highlight. The beach itself is unfortunately rough for swimming given its Atlantic-facing position, so pool time is where the action is.
Coconut Bay works best for families with kids under 14 who want waterpark features in a destination that feels more adventurous than Punta Cana, and for couples who want the adults-only side in a genuinely beautiful island setting - especially now that the Harmony side is freshly rebuilt. It's priced mid-range for Saint Lucia, and the 5-minute airport transfer is a genuine practical win. The island itself - with the Pitons, sulfur springs, and lush rainforests - is exceptional for day trips, and the resort serves as a solid base for exploring one of the Caribbean's most beautiful islands.
Pros
- +Lazy river and two water slides make it one of the few Saint Lucia resorts with real waterpark energy - and the CocoLand waterpark just got a refresh, with the lazy river resurfaced and re-landscaped as part of the resort-wide makeover
- +Only a 5-minute drive from Hewanorra International Airport - no long transfer after a long flight, which travelers consistently praise
- +Coco Land kids club with a petting zoo, animal sanctuary, and donkeys that roam the property freely - a genuinely unique experience you won't find at Cancun resorts
- +Dual-sided resort with a dedicated adults-only section and a separate family Splash Side, so both couples and families can get what they want
- +The adults-only Harmony wing's 125 rooms were completely rebuilt in a $7 million overhaul and reopened in October 2025 with a contemporary island-chic look, a new pool deck, water feature, and renovated bar - the adults side now feels like a genuinely modern resort
- +Strong European guest mix gives it a more international, relaxed vibe compared to the North American party-heavy resorts in Mexico
- +A la carte restaurants receive consistently good feedback - travelers call the specialty dining 'genuinely good' even when criticizing the buffet
- +Saint Lucia itself is stunning - the Pitons hike, sulfur springs, and island tours make off-resort days exceptional, and the resort is a solid base for exploring
Cons
- −Buffet food is frequently called bland and under-seasoned - multiple Travelers specifically mention the bacon tasting odd and nothing being properly spiced
- −Beach is on the Atlantic-facing side, making the ocean too rough for swimming - you're really here for the pool, not the sea
- −The family Splash Side's 125 rooms are mid-renovation right now, with completion expected around October 2026 - family-side guests booking before then may encounter construction activity, and rooms that haven't had their turn yet still feel dated
- −Chair-saving around the pool is a real problem - towels get placed at 7am and chairs sit empty until 11am, with limited staff enforcement
- −Longer flight time compared to Caribbean alternatives - flight from Toronto is 5+ hours, and direct routes aren't daily on all airlines
- −Paintball and some premium activities cost extra on top of the all-inclusive rate, which feels like nickel-and-diming at a resort that isn't cheap
- −Fewer restaurant options than larger Mexican mega-resorts - if variety in dining is your priority you may feel limited by day four
- −The humid, dense tropical environment means more bugs and less manicured grounds than you'd expect at a comparable price point in Cancun
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“The positives: ⁃ Resort staff were fantastic. and the rooms in the Harmony section (3rd floor) were very clean and well maintained. - Food at most sit down restaurants was excellent and top-shelf drinks were available at most bars. - The resort never...”
“Coconut Beach All Inclusive Resort in St. Lucia was purely magical! The amazing resort is located only a short distance from the airport which allows you to start enjoying paradise all the sooner! We were greeted with big smiles and rum punch! Fir...”
“I recently stayed at Coconut Bay for my honeymoon. We had an amazing experience and time while staying here. The transport from the airport to the resort was super helpful. The Check-In and Out was super fast and easy as well. We enjoyed the restaura...”