Tucked into the verdant South-West of Saint Lucia, Rabot Hotel is a sanctuary where the rainforest takes centre stage. This adults-only, boutique retreat offers 25 private lodges, each designed to harmonise with its surroundings. Here, the symphony of birdsong and rustling leaves replaces the daily din, creating a rare space to breathe, reflect, and simply be.

Perched within the home of cacao on a Unesco World Heritage site, the hotel invites guests to connect with the natural world in every sense. A stay at Rabot is not just a prelude to the beach; it’s a chance to slow down, immerse yourself, and explore Saint Lucia’s unique landscape over four to six days.

The rhythm of the rainforest sets the tone. Sunrise and sunset yoga sessions encourage mindful movement among towering trees, while the Beaute de Cacao Spa offers treatments crafted from the estate’s own cacao – rich, restorative, and entirely natural. When you need a change of pace, a complimentary shuttle delivers you to the nearest beach for a refreshing ocean swim, perfectly balancing forest and sea.

Infinity Pool with views of the Pitons

Matt Wild

At Rabot Restaurant, nature’s bounty takes centre stage. Menus are inspired by estate-grown cacao, used not as a gimmick, but as a natural, flavourful element – sometimes as a subtle spice, other times as an infusion in dishes designed to celebrate Saint Lucia’s organic produce. Each meal is a thoughtful exploration of how food can nourish body and soul in tandem with the surrounding environment.

For those curious about the story behind the chocolate, try the unique Tree to Bar chocolate experience at Project Chocolat from Hotel Chocolat – lunch included. Plunge into the rainforest for a tour of the cacao groves and learn about sustainable cacao-growing. Find out how to graft a cacao tree before tasting cacao pulp from a freshly-cut pod. Then sample chocolate made on the Rabot Estate, unique to Saint Lucia, while crafting your own chocolate bar.

Discover the famous cacao cuisine, served street-food style, and The Cacao Bar all at Project Chocolat. Lunch is included in the Tree to Bar tour price – you can arrive early and eat before, or linger after and take in the rainforest views as you indulge in market-style food. Finish your Tree to Bar experience by treating yourself (or loved ones back home) to more chocolate and the cacao beauty and alcohol ranges, available to browse and purchase on our retail floor.

A stay at Rabot is a celebration of all that is fresh, natural, and organic – from the rainforest air to the cuisine on your plate. While three nights may whet your appetite, four to six days allow you to fully savour the harmony of cacao, calm, and Saint Lucia’s lush landscape. 

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