Sandals Halcyon Beach in Saint Lucia has been described as the most quintessentially Caribbean of all the hotels in the esteemed Sandals group of luxury beach resorts. Composed of low buildings, built in a traditional Caribbean style, that seamlessly blend in with the surroundings of lush greenery and tall palms, this beautiful hotel will charm and delight you. Strolling through the stunningly designed gardens, replete with hand-painted porticos, rustic stone walls, archways, countless species of hibiscus flowers and brilliant birds of paradise, you will be filled with a sense of wonder and bliss.\n\nEvery room in this resort is lavishly furnished and decorated with exquisite taste, coming complete with a king-size, four-poster mahogany bed. Each room also features a private balcony or patio offering gorgeous views of the grounds and gardens for which the resort is famed. Those who choose to stay in the exclusive Romeo & Juliet suite can also enjoy the Sandals personal Butler Service, where a fully-trained butler will be on hand to take care of your every whim and desire throughout your stay.\n\nWhen not simply enjoying the elegance and beauty of the gardens and grounds, guests can try their hand at water sports, play a round or two of golf at the nearby Sandals La Toc Golf Resort & Spa, or take advantage of the scuba diving program which is complementary to qualified divers (an introductory course is available for beginners for a nominal additional fee). Various other sporting facilities are also available, including tennis courts, squash courts and a fully-equipped fitness centre. Or you could simply relax by the pool, or indulge in a range of spa treatments and massages at the on-site Red Lane Spa. In the evenings, there are four restaurants to choose from, and after dinner, a variety of nightly entertainment is on offer at the hotel's seven bars.\n\n*Certain amenities may be payable locally.* \n\n##Location\n The town of Castries in which the Sandals Halcyon is located is the capital of St Lucia, and there are great shopping opportunities in the busy local market on Jeremie Street. Further afield, you can enjoy a dip at the Sulphur Springs just down the coast at Soufriere, or visit the Pigeon Island nature reserve, which features some of St Lucia's oldest buildings and offers views of neighbouring Martinique. \n\n##Accomodation\n All rooms include air conditioning, an in-room safe, stocked refrigerator, satellite TV, a private bath and shower and of course the Sandals trademark four-poster bed. Every room offers stunning views of the hotel grounds, and some have partial ocean views. Internet is available for a small additional fee. Complimentary Wi-Fi is also available throughout the property.\n\nGuests staying in the Honeymoon Hummingbird Luxury Seaside Rom receive Sandals Concierge Services. Alternatively, upgrade to a Butler Service room for the ultimate in pampering \n\n##Eating and Drinking\n The resort has a choice of six restaurants, with a range of local and international dishes available. All of them offer great food, but the highlight is the Pier Restaurant. Built out over the water at the end of a 130-foot pier, there are panoramic views out over the ocean and a choice of wonderfully cooked seafood.\n\nThis hotel boasts two new restaurants, serving a delightful selection of Teppanyaki-style cuisine and mouth-waternig sushi. These Zen-inspired eateries will not only satisfy your taste buds, they'll also provide you with atmospheric evenings to remember - you can count on it\n\n\n**Butler Elite Programme**\n\n*Upon arrival your personal butler will *\nGreet you with lemongrass-scented hand towels, cocktails and culinary treats.\nEscort you to your suite and coordinate luggage handling.\nProvide you with all information regarding hotel facilities. \nSupply you with a welcome pack and mobile phone to reach him/her when needed.\nProvide a private resort orientation.\nPress your first nights clothes complimentary.\n\n*During your stay your personal butler will *\nMake all dinner reservations, tour bookings, on property activities and spa treatments for you.\nReserve your beach or pool chairs.\nServe you your favourite drinks and lunch.\nArrange a perfect romantic dinner for two in the privacy of your suite or your patio. Butler elite guests can order from any resort restaurant menu for dining in their room or suite.\nCollect and return all laundry for you.\n\n*In the evening your personal butler will *\nEscort you to dinner where they have reserved a beautifully decorated table at the restaurant of your choice with preferential seating.\nEnsure your suite is turned down and your room has all it needs for the night.\n\n*Before and after departure your personal butler will *\nAssist you in folding your clothes for packing.\nEnsure your bags are brought up to the departure area.\nEscort you to the club/butler lounge and process your paperwork for check-out.\n\n*Weekly activities include *\nWeekly cocktail party, all club sandals activities and escorted shopping with your personal butler.\n\n*In-room inclusions*\nPlush robes and slippers. \n24-hour room service. \nIn-suite bar stocked daily.\nFine Egyptian cotton linens and pillow menu including feather down pillows in all rooms.\nCoffee maker with Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee.\nLong distance calls* to the United States and Canada.\nFree basic Wi-Fi throughout your stay. \n\n##Swimming Pools\n There are three swimming pools at the resort, but our favourite is the lovely and secluded Lagoon Pool.
