Ti Kaye Resort & Spa

I was immediately charmed by Ti Kaye. The secluded location and environmental focus really appealed to me. The fact that the resort boasts the most extensive wine cellar in St Lucia, housed in an impressed underground wine cave, also made it feel like something of a spiritual home for me!

The products in the spa are made locally on St Lucia exclusively for Ti Kaye. In keeping with the ethos of embracing the natural environment, if you opt for a body scrub you have the opportunity to go out and pick some seasonal fruit and then prepare your own scrub with it. The spa looks out over the Caribbean Sea - and to ensure you don't miss the beautiful view while lying face down on your treatment bed they have installed an angled mirror - a lovely touch I thought!

We were at Ti Kaye on international Earth Day and to mark the occasion the Ti Kaye staff went lionfish hunting. Lionfish are an invasive species in Caribbean coral reefs without natural predators to control the population. So at Ti Kaye, they set forth to spear fish lionfish, which were then skilfully prepared and cooked by the talented Executive Sous Chef. We were presented with a triumphant trio of lionfish tempura, grilled lionfish and lionfish cerviche. I think the cerviche was possibly the most delicious thing I ate on my whole trip to the Caribbean.

More rustic in style than other hotels in St Lucia but that is part of the charm of Ti Kaye. A lovely stretch of beach below the property which you have to take a few steep steps to get to but certainly worth it! Great snorkelling within the bay and a fantastic dive school there too. The location of the spa is amazing, locally produced spa products and all open air so you can enjoy the breeze. The hotel is home to an impressive wine cellar with some famous labels. The General Managers are passionate about their hotel and are incredibly welcoming and hands on.

Ti Kaye is a little gem and a really charming beach retreat for those looking for an intimate escape, be that a honeymoon or just a romantic break. I loved the remote location and the charming rooms, with hammocks and some with pools to just kick back Caribbean style. The managers are so passionate about the place and will arrange bespoke activities that interest their guests. The spa has the most incredible views and the wine cellar is a great addition for guests to indulge whilst staying here. The diving is very well run so I'd highly recommend that anyone with a keen interest in the underwater world stay here.

Ti Kaye is a sweet little resort, with traditional cottage-style accommodation. A little more rustic than many of our other Caribbean hotels, but all part of its charm. The beach is beautiful, although down a lot of steps, which can be tough going on the way back up at the end of the day! There is parking though, so if you have a hire car, you can always drive up the hill!

Set on a cliff top overlooking the stunning blue waters of the Caribbean, this small rustic accommodation offers Caribbean-style cottage accommodation, some of which have their own plunge pool. The resort has an amazing wine cellar and is proud that it is probably the best in St Lucia. The bar is certainly a good place to take advantage of the beautiful sunsets. The owners are very attentive and keen to make sure that guests have a great stay.

One of my favourite properties in the Caribbean, and amazingly one of the cheapest! Ti Kaye Resort & Spa is adorable and lovingly run by the general manager, Katie. Her enthusiasm is contagious and guests who stay there always remark on the lovely atmosphere and warm welcome.

Its location is spectacular, set on a cliff top overlooking the Caribbean sea, with wonderful views. Yes, this does mean lots of steps to the beach, but this is a way of working off the plentiful meals that are on offer. The food isn't gourmet here but it's good and hearty and uses plenty of fresh ingredients, and you can always head out to eat for an evening or two.

The beach is black sand, typical of a volcanic island, and open to locals as well so can get busy, however, the water is turquoise and clear and offers great snorkelling.

The accommodation is in cottages with inside/outside bathrooms and the most adorable verandas, each with a hammock made for two. You must go for a treatment in the spa at least once, the views are spectacular!