Laborie, Saint Lucia

Cuddle Inn

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Das Eigentum — Cuddle Inn

The Cuddle Inn is a friendly, no-fuss three-star right on Laborie Bay. The lobby feels like a sun-washed beach shack: rattan sofas, a small bar, and the constant sound of waves through open windows. Its USP is the location – you can walk from your room onto the sand in under a minute. It suits travellers who want a quiet, local seaside base without resort prices or frills.

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Chroniken von Laborie

Laborie was founded in the 18th century as a French fishing village, later taken over by the British. Its architecture is a mix of pastel Creole cottages and a Catholic church built from local stone in the 1900s. The town kept its fishing roots; the harbour still fills with pirogues at dawn. Today, it’s known for its weekly fish fry, lively rum shops, and a community that has resisted mass tourism.

Beste Zeit zu besuchen

Vollständiger Laborie-Guide →

Die besten Monate

February to April – driest weather, steady trade winds, and low humidity. Crowds are moderate outside the cruise-ship day-tripper pockets.

Peak / Festival Surge

December to February – Christmas and Carnival (St Lucia's main carnival is usually in July, but Laborie's own festival is in February). Hotel prices spike 30–50%. Book six months ahead.

Budget Schulter Saison

May–June and November – rains start tapering off, hotels drop rates, and the island is quieter. Humidity climbs but afternoon showers are short.

Wetter & Verpackung

Saint Lucia’s east coast gets more wind and choppier seas than the west in July, but Laborie Bay is sheltered. Pack a light rain jacket for sudden showers and reef-safe sunscreen – the marine reserve is just offshore.

Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Laborie

  • Laborie's weekly fish fry on Fridays (6pm–10pm) is still running, but check the town's Facebook page for any date changes in July.
  • The new Laborie Heritage Trail walking route was completed in late 2025, linking the old sugar mill ruins, the fishing beach and the village square.
  • Road resurfacing along the Soufrière–Laborie coastal road is ongoing; expect delays of up to 20 minutes between 9am and 3pm.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Cuddle Inn, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on the ground floor, specifically those with step-free entry via the side entrance. These rooms are likely to be quieter and have easier access. Be aware that the narrow doorways in some rooms may not accommodate wheelchairs.

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Rooms to avoid

Upper-level rooms (up one flight of stairs) are not recommended as they have no wheelchair access and may be less convenient for guests with mobility issues.

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Best views

Unfortunately, the hotel's address does not provide any notable view options. The surrounding area is residential and commercial, with a beach nearby but not directly adjacent to the hotel.

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Quietest floors

Ground floor

🔊 Noise notes

Street noise from Bridge Street, potential noise from the service entrance, and the absence of a lift may be noticeable in some rooms.

Insider tips

Take advantage of the free on-site parking, but be aware that it's first-come, first-served. If you arrive early, you may want to park in the Laborie Beach Car Park (200m walk) to ensure a spot. When checking in, be prepared to provide your room number and last name for Wi-Fi login, as the process requires this information.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

Hotel Einrichtungen — Cuddle Inn

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Wi-Fi

Free basic wifi (2 Mbps) for messaging and browsing; premium tier (10 Mbps) for $10 EC per device per day. Login requires room number and last name.

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Lift / Elevator

No lift. All rooms are on ground floor or up one flight of stairs (no wheelchair access to upper level).

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Media & Newspapers

No newspaper service. Property is a converted 1920s plantation manager's house with original hardwood floors and a wraparound verandah.

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Check-in / Check-out

Check-in 14:00–22:00 (late arrivals call ahead), bag drop from 12:00 if room not ready. Late check-out by 12:00 costs 50% of nightly rate, after 12:00 charged full night. Request subject to availability.

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Baggage Storage

Free, locked room behind reception. Available from 10:00 on check-in day until same-day 19:00 on check-out.

Accessibility

Ground-floor rooms have step-free entry via a ramp at side entrance. No accessible bathrooms or grab rails. Narrow doorways in some rooms do not accommodate wheelchairs.

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Parking

On-site parking free for 8 cars (first-come, first-served). No valet. Nearest public car park is Laborie Beach Car Park (free, 200m walk). No EV charging.

Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen

City / tourist tax: 10% resort fee per room per night (includes VAT and service charge)

Deposit & card hold: Full stay amount charged at booking; a $100 EC incidental hold placed on card at check-in

Faith & Diät in der Nähe

  • Church: River Doree Anglican Church (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)

Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung

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Shopping

Choiseul Plaza — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk

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Walking & Running

Balenbouche Estate — 720 m · ~9 min walk

5 Minuten Radius Essentials

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Nearest ATM

Saltibus Credit Union — 428 m · ~5 min walk

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Convenience Store

Piton Malta — 306 m · ~4 min walk

Geld & Währung

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Local currency

Eastern Caribbean Dollar, XCD

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Where to exchange

Use ATMs at Bank of Saint Lucia or 1st National Bank for the best rate; avoid airport and hotel exchange counters which give poor rates.

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Cards & contactless

Major credit and debit cards accepted in most hotels and larger restaurants, but smaller shops and roadside stalls are cash only; contactless tap is rare.

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Tipping etiquette

A 10% service charge is often added to restaurant bills; if not, tip 10-15%. Taxi drivers don't expect a tip but rounding up is appreciated. Hotel staff: $1–2 per bag or per day for housekeeping.

Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget

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Cheap coffee

Local coffee from a bakery or street vendor: about $3–4 XCD.

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Best-value lunch

A roti or plate of grilled fish with ground provisions from a local cookshop: $12–18 XCD.

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Affordable dinner

A main dish at a casual local restaurant: $20–30 XCD.

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Street food & cheap eats

Look for barbecue fish or chicken near the Laborie waterfront on Friday and Saturday evenings; no fixed stalls otherwise.

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Budget groceries

Small family-run groceries in Laborie village; for cheaper bulk options, take a taxi to the J.Q. Charles supermarket in Vieux Fort (10–15 min).

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Affordable clothes

No high-street chains in Laborie; buy basics at the market in Vieux Fort or second-hand stalls in Castries.

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Cheapest way around

Minibuses (route taxis) run along the coast: $2–3 XCD per ride; from Hewanorra Airport, take a minibus to Laborie for about $5–10 XCD instead of a private taxi.

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Money-saving tips

Eat at local cookshops rather than hotel restaurants; negotiate with taxi drivers for half-day hire; buy fresh fish and fruit at the Saturday morning fish market in Laborie village.

Emergency Contacts

Laborie
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Ambulance / Medical
999 or 911
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Fire Department
999 or 911

For Laborie, the nearest hospital is St. Jude's Hospital in Vieux Fort (about 15 minutes' drive). For non-urgent health issues, the Laborie Wellness Centre is on the main road. Have your accommodation address ready and speak slowly if your French Creole is rusty.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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Milan's restaurant and bar Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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L'Escape Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
3
Maurel's Place Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Luciana's Bar Local
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Flat Bush Bar Local
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Ilene's Bar Local
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Mathius Place Local
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Kalime Bar Local
££
🚶 24 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Laborie, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Cuddle Inn

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Saltibus Credit Union — 428 m · ~5 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

Umher zu kommen

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Minibus Route to Vieux Fort 2 USD

Laborie Bus Stop (by the park) → Vieux Fort Bus Terminal

25 min · 30 mins · 6am–6pm, roughly

💡 Minibuses are shared—flag one down on the main road. No set schedule; fill and go. Cash only, exact change helps.

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Airport Transfer via Taxi 35 USD

Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) → Breezy Isle Villa, Laborie

15 min · on demand · 24/7

💡 Pre-book with a local driver like Steve's Taxi Service for a fixed rate. The drive is short, winding through Vieux Fort—cash only, US or EC.

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Local Minibus Taxi (Private) 5 USD

Laborie Village → Breezy Isle Villa (local runs)

5 min · on demand, limited · Daylight hours

💡 Ask at the Laborie mini-mart for a driver; they're unmarked but ubiquitous. Weekends run sparse.

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Express Bus to Castries 5 USD

Laborie Bus Stop → Castries Bus Terminal (via Vieux Fort)

90 min · 1 hour · 5am–5pm

💡 Catch a Vieux Fort–bound minibus first, then transfer to a Castries bus. The second leg is crowded—sit near the door for air.

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What are the best rooms at Cuddle Inn?

Request a room on the ground floor, specifically those with step-free entry via the side entrance. These rooms are likely to be quieter and have easier access. Be aware that the narrow doorways in some rooms may not accommodate wheelchairs.

Which rooms should I avoid at Cuddle Inn?

Upper-level rooms (up one flight of stairs) are not recommended as they have no wheelchair access and may be less convenient for guests with mobility issues.

Is Cuddle Inn noisy?

Street noise from Bridge Street, potential noise from the service entrance, and the absence of a lift may be noticeable in some rooms.

Which rooms have the best views at Cuddle Inn?

Unfortunately, the hotel's address does not provide any notable view options. The surrounding area is residential and commercial, with a beach nearby but not directly adjacent to the hotel.

What are insider tips for staying at Cuddle Inn?

Take advantage of the free on-site parking, but be aware that it's first-come, first-served. If you arrive early, you may want to park in the Laborie Beach Car Park (200m walk) to ensure a spot. When checking in, be prepared to provide your room number and last name for Wi-Fi login, as the process requires this information.

What time is check-in at Cuddle Inn?

Check-in at Cuddle Inn is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Cuddle Inn have Wi-Fi?

Free basic wifi (2 Mbps) for messaging and browsing; premium tier (10 Mbps) for $10 EC per device per day. Login requires room number and last name.

Is there a city or tourist tax at Cuddle Inn?

10% resort fee per room per night (includes VAT and service charge)

Where can I eat cheaply near Cuddle Inn?

A roti or plate of grilled fish with ground provisions from a local cookshop: $12–18 XCD.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Cuddle Inn?

Minibuses (route taxis) run along the coast: $2–3 XCD per ride; from Hewanorra Airport, take a minibus to Laborie for about $5–10 XCD instead of a private taxi.

When is the best time to visit Laborie?

February to April – driest weather, steady trade winds, and low humidity. Crowds are moderate outside the cruise-ship day-tripper pockets.

Top-Attraktionen in Laborie

St. Isidore's Catholic Church Free

💡 Mass is at 5pm on Saturday and 7am Sunday. The choir sings hymns in patois—sit near the back to hear the acoustics. Dress modestly.

Laborie Cultural Centre Free

💡 Check with the caretaker (usually at the front door) if the exhibition changes weekly—they sometimes hold free storytelling sessions on Friday evenings. No set schedule.

Laborie Fish Market Free

💡 Arrive before 7am to see the auction. Ask for a piece of just-caught tuna, then have it grilled at a nearby shack for a few dollars.

Laborie Beach Free

💡 Visit on Sunday afternoons for impromptu cricket games and fish fry stalls. Don't expect tourist facilities—bring your own towel and water.

Morne Le Blanc Trail Free

💡 Wear sturdy shoes and bring insect repellent. The trail is unmarked—ask a local at the village square for the exact starting point. Best done at sunrise or late afternoon to avoid heat.

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