Boucan by Hotel Chocolat

We’re here, of course, to talk about the hotel. You’ll be glad to hear that the one name that is metaphorical belongs to the accommodations: the so-called “cocoa pods” are more like cottages, contemporary structures with private open-air showers, many of them with impressive views of the Pitons or the distant Caribbean. It wouldn’t be St. Lucia without some high-end comforts, and the pods deliver, with pillow-top beds, modern electronics, and luxe bath products (perhaps return cargo on the boat back from London).

Not all that long ago Caribbean hotel cuisine was a bit of a punchline, but times change — Boucan, the restaurant, is named for the hotel’s old cocoa roaster, whose site it occupies, and most recipes incorporate cocoa in either a sweet or a savory capacity. And because the only thing better than eating the stuff is full-body immersion, the spa follows suit with chocolate treatments of its own.

Please note: The hotel does not accept guests under the age of 18.

How to get there:

Boucan by Hotel Chocolat is located 46 miles (45min) from the Hewannora Airport. Transfers can be organized for US$150 round trip. Please contact CustomerService@TabletHotels.com for assistance with airport transfers.