Marigot Bay
Marigot Bay
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A yachtsman's haven, this picturesque bay has been used for background shots in many Hollywood films such as Dr. Doolittle and Fire Power.
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- stp234Walnut Creek, California36 contributionsBeautiful Bay to Visit but Wouldn't Stay Here AgainThis is a beautiful bay, and we stayed at a Villa up on the hill with spectacular views. However, I wouldn't stay in Marigot Bay again. There are no markets or small stores to get essentials, no coffee places, mimimal restaurant options, and the beach isn't welcoming (you are harrassed by people wanting tips for services or to sell you drugs, and the beach isn't kept very nice). Some places closed with COVID and never re-opened. One of the hotels was undergoing a remodel, so their restaurants were closed as well. We went to Doolittles restaurant, Chateau Mygo, and JJ's Mangrove and all were mediocre and sloooooow. Stay closer to Soufriere where you have more options! Our best night was taking a water taxi to Kai Manje at Ti Kaye resort - recommend!Visited November 2022Written December 4, 2022
- Amanda R13 contributionsLet down in St. LuciaWe visited this location on a Royal Carribbean excursion. Our guide, Angus, was the best guide we had on our whole trip. He was informative and humorous. Once we arrived at Marigot Bay we were told we had to pay the boat to take us to the bay. Mr. Bravo, the person in charge of the boat taxi said none of us were pd so we all had to pay to go across. Now it was $2 per person but still...several were mad and irritated that this was taken care of by the chartering company RC used. Who knows the truth of the matter but it put a damper on the day. The details of the excursion mentioned shopping. There really wasn't shopping more than a few huts of people selling all the stuff you saw in the port. The water and beach look beautiful but not too clear when in it. We didn't eat at Mr./Dr. Doolittle's but people that were on our excursion that ate there said it was EXPENSIVE. There didn't seem to be many food options so we just didn't eat the whole time there. I was really excited about this excursion but it didn't live up to all I hoped.Visited December 2022Traveled with familyWritten January 15, 2023
- Gran71,620 contributionsSo BeautifulWhat a wonderful spot in the southern Caribbean. The water and sky’s colors make the beaches surreal. Unique landscapes and resorts and restaurants and water sports contribute to the mag ice Cw! The Pitons crest the most u inquest backdropVisited January 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten January 23, 2023
- Jo KWorcester, United Kingdom6,633 contributionsBeautiful bayDr Doolittle location for the film. It is a beautiful bay. Pretty spenney to stay at the hotels 🏨 there I think. Not a lot of beach 🏖 space though. Nice for a quick look round. Would I stay there? Probably notVisited April 2023Traveled with familyWritten April 10, 2023
- Carol BIpswich, United Kingdom17 contributionsWould love to returnBeautiful bay. Had a wonderful week staying at Marigot Hotel. Felt privileged to be staying there with such wonderful views. Staff were helpful. Loved the ferry/tug across water which was quick to appear whenever needed. Part of the beach reserved for hotel guests, lovely. We watched amazing sunsets from here. Hotel also had sunbathing area with steps into the sea, great snorkling. The beach had a food/drink kiosk and various services. You are approached initially so that they can tell you what is available but after that were no bother. We did buy drinks and had a fabulous lunch from the hut on beach, really good and cheaper than hotel food, even delivered to our deck bed. Also a wonderful massage on the beach, very professional, read the reviews for Hands on the Beach. Also hired kayark and went all around the bay admiring the yachts and property. Did kayark out of Bay to see Roseau Bay just around the corner. Only negative is that you need to get a taxi to go anywhere. Plenty of drivers available though. About 20 minute walk to bus stop, which we did try but mainly used a friendly taxi driver with their local knowledge. Our hotel room was basic but comfortable with great view. We were above reception but it was very quiet which suited us. We opted for daily clean (no extra charge), floor mopped daily and felt welcoming and clean. Large covered balcony area, we enjoyed. There was one day of rain when we had decided to visit Castries and then bus to Rodney Bay. As we left the receptionist chased after us with an umbrella, goodness were we grateful. We had a late flight on our last day, hotel helpful and allowed us to use a room to change in before leaving for airport. Ate at 3 restaurants around the bay, Doolittles was attached to hotel and they looked after us well. Watched many tour boats visit and leave the bay felt lucky to actually be staying there.Visited May 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten June 6, 2023
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New York City, NY2 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
Scammers on the beach. Reposting a photo of Will the most horrible man who not only tried to sell us a $30 weed joint, but also sexually harassed me personally. Hope he gets off the island soon. Or at least gets arrested.
Written 2 November 2023
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Phil J
Milton Keynes, UK76 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
We went here as it looked stunning. Sadly you are stuck on a beach that has a huge pile of rubbing, with the locals hussling with various drugs.
Written 11 September 2023
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asiftraveller2018
County Antrim, UK2,037 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
Whenever I visit St Lucia, Marigot Bay is always a must visit even if just for an hour to take in the views, take pics, have a free boat ride to the bar across the bay for a drink and comfort break. It’s one of my top 3 things to do on island and always recommend friends and family to spend time there
Written 17 July 2023
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Carol B
Ipswich, UK17 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
Beautiful bay. Had a wonderful week staying at Marigot Hotel. Felt privileged to be staying there with such wonderful views. Staff were helpful. Loved the ferry/tug across water which was quick to appear whenever needed. Part of the beach reserved for hotel guests, lovely. We watched amazing sunsets from here. Hotel also had sunbathing area with steps into the sea, great snorkling. The beach had a food/drink kiosk and various services. You are approached initially so that they can tell you what is available but after that were no bother. We did buy drinks and had a fabulous lunch from the hut on beach, really good and cheaper than hotel food, even delivered to our deck bed. Also a wonderful massage on the beach, very professional, read the reviews for Hands on the Beach. Also hired kayark and went all around the bay admiring the yachts and property. Did kayark out of Bay to see Roseau Bay just around the corner. Only negative is that you need to get a taxi to go anywhere. Plenty of drivers available though. About 20 minute walk to bus stop, which we did try but mainly used a friendly taxi driver with their local knowledge. Our hotel room was basic but comfortable with great view. We were above reception but it was very quiet which suited us. We opted for daily clean (no extra charge), floor mopped daily and felt welcoming and clean. Large covered balcony area, we enjoyed. There was one day of rain when we had decided to visit Castries and then bus to Rodney Bay. As we left the receptionist chased after us with an umbrella, goodness were we grateful. We had a late flight on our last day, hotel helpful and allowed us to use a room to change in before leaving for airport. Ate at 3 restaurants around the bay, Doolittles was attached to hotel and they looked after us well. Watched many tour boats visit and leave the bay felt lucky to actually be staying there.
Written 6 June 2023
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Jo K
Worcester, UK6,633 contributions
Apr 2023 • Family
Dr Doolittle location for the film. It is a beautiful bay. Pretty spenney to stay at the hotels 🏨 there I think. Not a lot of beach 🏖 space though. Nice for a quick look round. Would I stay there? Probably not
Written 10 April 2023
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Stefan Wyatt
Glasgow, UK617 contributions
Apr 2023 • Solo
Bay is really nice. I went for a kayaking adventure in the bay and on the Roseau river. The area is quite small and most of it is part of the resort. There are a few restaurants to eat and watersports to try. There is a lot of rubbish on the beach.
Written 3 April 2023
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TJT
Spain21 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
Really shocked how much this place has changed unloved filthy dirty beach littered with bottle tops cigarette ends and even a old fridge the harassment from hawkers was crazy - 7 US dollars for a coffee and two on the boat to go across - there was one nice coffee bakery but 19usd for two coffees and one small muffins not sure what planet these people are on - really needs cleaning up very sad !!
Written 15 March 2023
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Mickparr
26 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
Looks nice from a difference, but on landing beds are worn out, rubbish in several places. Staff promise the world but don’t deliver. Don’t eat the food from the shacks, staff get intoxicated. On return, water taxi stops at a cave to coax more money for jumpers. Very intimidating.
Written 27 February 2023
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Marko Blanko
3 contributions
Jan 2023
Lot's of booze cruises and a pretty boisterous spot. Great for the surrounding resorts, not so great for gunk-holers... Pretty active beach bars.
Written 26 February 2023
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Traveler_200950
United States416 contributions
Feb 2023
Very nice and picturesque bay. Fun to snorkel. Nice places to drop anchor and enjoy. Well worth a stop.
Written 15 February 2023
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Dragonfly x
Brooksville, FL
Can you avoid the cruise ship rush hour, when staying at Margot Beach resort?
When is cruise season there?
stp234
Walnut Creek, CA36 contributions
Cruise ships can’t come into the bay - too small. There are boat cruises that come into the bay from cruise ships but they don’t typically stop. There’s not a lot to do there and limited restaurants.
Can you rent chairs at the public beach?
PaulMarc
London, UK464 contributions
Yes
Bonjour Steve,
Je vais à Sainte-Lucie la semaine prochaine pour les vacances.
J'y reste 10 jours.
J'hésite entre prendre un hôtel à Castries ou à Marigot Bay.
Pourriez-vous m'aider ?
Aussi, pouvez-vous me quelles sont les choses à faire à Marigot Bay ?
Rmcperrier
Woodbridge, VA28 contributions
Will be going to St. Lucia in August and staying in Marigot Bay. I need some things to do(i.e. excursions, night life, food). Also we have 4 people in the group that are “Beach Snobs” and are anticipating laying out, drinking and swimming all day. Any and all recommendations and tips will be greatly appreciated in advance!
Peter P
Arnold, MD5 contributions
No real beaches at Marigot bay. There are some good restaurants around the resort, but you should count on bringing your own fun and night life. That’s what we did. Across the harbor from Capella resort is a little park with a tiny beach. The locals who hang out here can help with your fun. Ask for a guy named “Discount “. He’s a good guy. His real name is Camillius. He and his friends caught us some fresh snapper and barbecued it on the beach for us and also provided us with a delicious salad fresh from his garden. It was a great evening. The St. Lucian people are some of the nicest people I have ever met. They are very friendly. We loved it there, mainly because the locals and resort staff were so nice.
jilltimmins
27 contributions
What's best way to get here from cruise terminal. How much would a taxi be and if you want to go to beach do water taxis which I see is $1. Do they take $US.?
Lauren B
Calgary, Canada47 contributions
I believe it was $30 (US) round trip for the taxi and the ferry was $1. Both took $US.
Michelle A
Centennial, CO38 contributions
Which resort Landings or Marigot by Capella for an 11 year old boy?
Are amenities similar?
Frances G
Winchester, UK71 contributions
Landings by far. Marigot Capella is beautiful and romantic but is quite isolated compared to The Landings which has kids clubs, is near Rodney Bay with all its facilities including a Water Park, child friendly restaurants and much more.
Liandra
Pembroke Pines, FL3 contributions
Is this a good place to go for a casual beach day?
Frances G
Winchester, UK71 contributions
Yes absolutely it is idyllic. if arriving by sea berthing at the small marina gives access to the lovely pools at the hotel but if by road there is a great water taxi service a delightful small beach fringed by palm trees,famously featured in Dr. Doolittle and I think in Pirates of the Caribbean. Lots of restaurants around Marigot Bay and a great bar over the water serving fish dishes.
artteach76
Franklin, MA39 contributions
Hi- My husband and I are arriving in St. Lucia on a cruise in Feb 2017. We have done a complete island tour with Cosol Tours a couple years ago, so we are looking for a nice beach for the day. How would you recommend getting to this beach from the cruise port? Are there chairs and umbrellas and food available? did you use a tour or taxi service. Thank you for any information.
niloc36
Potomac, MD288 contributions
We actually did not go on the 'regular" beach in Marigot Bay which requires taking a water taxi to the other side. Instead we took an afternoon boat tour one day and from our villa walked to a cove. We had confirmed rental car but alas when we got there all the cars were rented! In the end we hired Winsbert's Taxi Service, a taxi driver/tour guide who was fantastic! This site won't let me post his contact information.
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- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Marigot Bay:
- St Lucia Private Island Tour (From ₱6,301.24)
- St Lucia Full-Day Catamaran Sightseeing Cruise With Snorkeling (From ₱8,032.35)
- St Lucia Castries to Pitons Tour (From ₱3,877.69)
- Cruise Ship Island Excursions in St. Lucia (From ₱7,478.40)
- St Lucia Highlights Tour (From ₱4,210.06)
- Hotels near Marigot Bay:
- (0.03 km) A Little Piece of Paradise
- (0.19 km) Mango Beach Inn
- (0.22 km) Oasis Marigot
- (0.24 km) Marigot Palms Luxury Caribbean Guesthouse and Apartments
- (0.11 km) Marigot Beach Club & Dive Resort
- Restaurants near Marigot Bay:
- (0.03 km) Roots Beach Bar
- (0.07 km) Chateau Mygo House of Seafood
- (0.13 km) Hurricane Hole
- (0.14 km) DOOlittle's restaurant + bar
- (0.13 km) Hurricane Hole Bar and Restaurant
- Attractions near Marigot Bay:
- (0.02 km) Shashamane Experience
- (0.23 km) Seas The Time Water Taxi & Tours
- (0.20 km) Kriss Luxury Service
- (0.44 km) JJ Speed Boat Tour
- (0.32 km) Kieran Yacht Services