| the upgraded suite adds a living room. there are also hiking trails, plus an outdoor pool and an honor bar. freebies include ferry passes and a breakfast buffet, served in a bayside restaurant featuring live entertainment. accessible only by ferry and surrounded by lush forest, this cozy guesthouse overlooks marigot bay and is 11 km from derek walcott square and 13 km from castries market. featuring tropical motifs and simple furnishings, both airy suites offer free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs. they also come with minifridges, tea and coffeemaking facilities, and furnished patios with bay views. kids age 9 and under stay at no charge. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm
Hewanorra International Airport 1 hr 8
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