My husband and I just celebrated our 45th anniversary here at Ladera. We returned last night from an amazing trip. The staff at the resort are extremely pleasant and eager to provide their guest with an outstanding experience. We arrived in our private transportation where we were greeted with a wet cold spearmint cloth and a welcome drink and then quickly taken directly to our suite. We stayed in Paradise Ridge 6 and it was well worth the cost for this suite. Our butlers, Darrel, Lavonte, Saidley, and School took care of us in excellence. Whenever we had a concern or need they made sure it was taken care of quickly. Our pool was heated and would get too warm. As soon as we let the staff know they would turn the heater off and one time added fresh cool water to cool it down quickly. We chose to do the Couples Harmony Experience at the spa and it did not disappoint. From the spa check in, our massage, the private time in the infinity heated pool to our lunch at Jako it was all just perfect!
Our favorite part of each day were the mornings having coffee on the balcony overlooking the rainforest, until breakfast was delivered out by our pool overlooking the Caribbean and the magnificent Pitons, and then finished off with a morning swim. We cannot wait to start planning our next trip!

It’s a beautiful arrival into the hotel, the staff are all so lovely and helpful, the rooms are all absolutely incredible. Started in the gros
Pitons suite which was sensational and was upgraded for our honeymoon into the heritage suite which was just mind blowing! Forever grateful! The view of the pitons blew us away, shooting stars and the most incredible night sky every evening and on our final day saw a rainbow across the pitons. Once in a lifetime and is definitely the most romantic place on Earth.

We went back to Ladera (for the 4th time in 20 years) to celebrate our 50th anniversary. It's simply magical. The resort is unmatched. We've been to 16 other islands and Greece and Italy and many other places.....St. Lucia's Ladera wins!!
We love the open-air rooms. We love the plunge pool in the room. We love the property. But, most of all, we love the staff and food and the service. Chef Nigel was the sous chef the first time we stayed at Ladera. We went to the market with him and did a cooking class. He's now the head Chef and the food is delicious!!! Breakfasts are eaten overlooking the Pitons. Homemade jams, assorted island breads ( I love the creole bread), French press coffee, cocoa tea, assorted fresh juices and wonderful food choices. We had omelets, eggs Benedict, bakes with salt fish, steak croissant, and the sweet potatoes are so good!!
Dinners are a true delight!! The fish of the day....creole, blackened, pan-fried or fried. Pasta with fresh seafood. Seafood risotto. Boulliabaisse, and there's pork and lamb.
The pool is cool and refreshing, with a waterfall of mountain water streaming from the spout.
Ladera has added many new features since our first visit. New hiking trails, a spa, a rum hideaway, a wine room and an expanded gift shop. But, it remains serene and quiet. You will feel pampered. You will be made to feel that everyone is glad you're there. It's special. It's why Ladera is the only resort we've ever returned to 4 times and why we'll go back........

The open air concept was so much fun! The view from our in room pool was breathtaking! You don’t need air conditioning here, as the breeze at night is perfect. 
We were pampered and felt like family. The staff here are so friendly and the resort is charming. Couldn’t ask for better food at Dasheene, it wasn’t just dinner, it was an experience each night. Food was amazing, service impeccable. No regrets staying here. Shout out to Tenesha for making us feel at home away from home! Everyone was so friendly, this is definitely worth a return trip in the future. Highly recommend staying here. Use the shuttle to the beach! Get taxis for off property experiences. Don’t rent a car here, driving the hills and sharp curves is difficult. Let the experts take you where you need to go! 

We loved Ladera! The rooms were very clean and the view is absolutely beautiful. The resort is quiet and perfect for relaxing. The shuttle service makes it easy to go to nearby beaches. The food is great and the people working were so kind. I was initially nervous for the open air concept, but Ladera does such a grad job of cleaning the rooms and property that it’s nothing but relaxing and beautiful to have the open wall. We are so happy we stayed here on our honeymoon!

My husband and I recently stayed at Ladera for our honeymoon, and we only made one mistake -- going anywhere else before. We should have spent the entire duration of our honeymoon in paradise, at this incredible resort. If you stop reading here and are debating staying at Ladera, hit that book button, you won't regret it.

STAFF
The kindest team of people work here. Every single person we encountered went above and beyond to ensure that our stay here was nothing short of magical. Their warmth and service is unmatched to any place I've ever stayed. We had a rough time getting from our previous honeymoon stop to St. Lucia (ferry problems, nothing to do with the hotel) and Ariella calmly and lovingly talked two honeymooners down from a meltdown. She ensured we would get to the hotel safe and sound, and truly saved the day. Kelly in the spa gave me the best massage I've ever had (and I love massages and go frequently). The entire spa team oozed warmth and professionalism, it was a highlight of my stay. Darrel and the rest of the butler team were so involved in making sure we were comfortable and happy (but how could we not be). Dave the pool guy was as knowledgeable and friendly as could be. Truly every single person we encountered made our trip a little bit better.

FOOD
The resort was so stunning, we hated the idea of leaving it, even for a meal. Luckily, we had Dasheene. Each meal was exceptional, the variety was spectacular, and the restaurant itself was breathtaking. Each meal felt like an experience, so budget time to enjoy and relax.

ATMOSPHERE/ROOM
We stayed in one of the Paradise Ridge suites, and all my friends and family have been subjected to either video or facetime tours of the room. Waking up, looking at the pitons and over the water was incredibly peaceful, I could have stayed in the room the entire time we were there and I would have been unbelievably happy.

EXCURSIONS
I could have stayed in the room, but was very glad we left. We did the soufriere experience and had the best time. The personal tour was relaxing, well paced, and let us see so much of the island in one morning. Next time we come back, we'll hopefully have time to do more (though I will need to read this as a reminder that it's worth leaving my room).

All in all, just wanted to send a heartfelt thank you to the Ladera team. This is a trip my husband and I will be talking about for years to come.

What an excellent experience. Room and the views are magnificent. Service is exceptional. The staff is going above and beyond. Special thanks to Swithvie who works there. She went above and beyond organizing us everything we needed. Best beaches and restaurants in the area. Definitely recommend this resort.
 

Where to start? The location and view are truly unmatched. The gardens are beautiful and very well kept. The 3 walls rooms are exquisite, providing an unobstructed view to the Pitons and the Caribbean Sea. We were in a Gros Piton room. The personnel was incredibly kind and genuinely happy to be at our service. The food is delicious. The spa is a real treat. The head of concierge services Carolin is wonderful, the yoga and fitness coach Anson is extremely kind and knowledgeable. We spent 5 days in Paradise and if Seattle was not so far from Soufriere, we would go back every year or so. Thank you Ladera for your incredible hospitality.

The hotel is located in the UNESCO heritage site, overlooking to sea. The view is amazing. The hotel has a very local feel and atmosphere with amazing gardens and a brilliant natural trail. The rooms are in open air and offer an amazing view, night and day. The rooms are immaculate. The hotel offers all commodities (gym, spa, yoga, bars, free wifi). But most importantly, the staff is amazingly friendly, fun and helpful. The hotel is located in front of hotel chocolat and at a stone throw of the quaint and beautiful village of Soufrière. Honestly, the Ladera offered one of the best holidays in my life. Go there and just enjoy!

This resort is magical! The rooms with the open air, pool, and views were amazing. The food and customer service were top notch. I never went on vacation and spent that much time in my room. Amazing!! Highly recommend this beautiful resort for couples.