My partner and I spent a lovely Christmas relaxing at Cocobay and it certainly met all our criteria for a memorable holiday.The cottages are simply delightful and the views are to die for with pelicans and humming birds constantly in view.

The food was fresh and imaginitive and unlike most "all inclusive" the evening meal was waiter service which is a welcome change from the normal buffet style.

To be honest Cocobay has an enviable position with fabulous views from all sides and after taking a trip around the island it soon becomes apparent that it dosen't get much better.

If you are looking for a top end hotel with all the trimmings this resort is not for you, however if you require peace, nature and to kick back from your city life - this is chillsville!

By the way Chris and Christine sorry we didn't get to say goodbye - I hope St Lucia was as good as Cocobay!? xx

We just returned from our week long honeymoon at Cocobay and it was fantastic!! All the negative reviews must be from those people who find fault in anything. We have no complaints! The bugs weren't too bad as long as you were prepared with bug spray. The food was good and plentiful. Although not top shelf, the alcohol was fine and always flowing! The beach and the pool were absolutely beautiful and the staff was superb. The grounds are amazing. I highly recommend a massage in the wellness cottage with views of the ocean! All in all, I will recommend this resort to family and friends and hope to return there myself one day.

My wife and I wanted a short getaway, and hoped for a picture-perfect island spot. Boy, did we find it! Cocobay is a beautiful place, with easily accessible beaches and a wonderful bay for swimming. We didn't do any hanging around the pool or bar, but the open plaza design is inviting, seamlessly blending the indoors and outdoors and surrounding you with trees, birds, fresh breezes and views of the crystal-clear water. The food was good - dinners especially - with creative blends and generous portions. The staff was very attentive, and I have to give special recognition to Phyllis at the desk and Blondelle at the grill. Cab driver Benjy seemed very at home at the resort, and we were glad to have him as our driver and tour guide - he took us on a couple of special trips.

The downsides? The watersports guy at the beach leaves fairly early, so no late afternoon paddles or sailing. The lighting is very low, which is romantic in the bar and restaurant, but not convenient in the bathrooms when trying to put contacts in or shave. Tree frogs sing all night long, so bring earplugs! We didn't experience any problems with mosquitoes or sand flies/fleas, but I don't know if it was the time of year.

All in all, it was a most memorable and romantic vacation. Thanks Cocobay!

I highly recommend Cocobay to people who really want to get away from it all and relax and who do not want a conventional (read: Sandals, Club Med) all-inclusive experience. Cocobay has absolutely breathtaking scenery and beautiful grounds. We did nothing but sit (sit at the pool, sit on the beach, sit in our hammock) and left the resort only three times (Sunday at Shirley Heights, a morning trip to St. John's, a day trip on the Wadadli Cats circumnavigation tour -- do not miss it!!!)

The rooms are a little rustic (cabin-like), but I would not trade my bathroom overlooking the bay or the deck hammock for any nicer of a room. Make sure you get a seaview or sea front room.

The bugs (mosquitoes, sand fleas on the beach) are as reported by other readers; make sure you bring bug spray, especially for the beach. Although others at the resort looked eaten alive, we were fine with consistent application in the late afternoon and evening. The place is teeming with wildlife (lizards, cats, birds, tree frogs). It seemed like they sprayed every night at 7 p.m., which was loud, but certainly did not bother us that much.

The food is great. While there was the occasional odd item at lunch, we generally found what we wanted and did not feel hungry. Sheer is the most romantic and beautiful restaurant I've ever dined in - make sure to ask for a "real" table, which are right on the water. It was well worth extra money for the treat. The bar is well drinks only, so we drank daiquiris and coladas all week (its the Caribbean, after all!). The wine was excellent, cabernet and chardonnay from Mendoza, Argentina. There is tea every day (most guests were British and European while we were there), which made a great snack!

We went to sleep every night after dinner and woke up every morning shortly after sunrise. We did not miss the lack of entertainment one bit.

The staff was not the most friendly in the world, but this had the benefit of them leaving you alone. You will not be waited on hand and foot.

One of the nicest things about this resort (aside from the amazing views) is that it is really, really, quiet. No phones, no TVs, no e-mail, no kids, no yelling and screaming from other guests. It is very peaceful and relaxing and we would not have changed one thing about the vacation.