Rodney Bay & Gros Islet
$$$Mid-rangeThe lively north
- Resorts, marina and Reduit Beach
- Gros Islet's Friday street party
- About 20 minutes to Castries
Saint Lucia · Pigeon Island, Gros Islet
Final weekend usually ends on the second Sunday in May.
Jazz, R&B, soul and Caribbean music across the island, ending with big-name shows at Pigeon Island. Here's where to stay, with live prices for your dates.
Our picks for Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts, best first. Tap an area to see live prices around it.
The lively north
Closest to Carnival
Sheltered bay between north and south
Pitons and luxury
Prices are live for your dates and guests. Tap a pin to see the stay on the booking site.
Lock in a free-cancellation stay now while there's choice, then keep an eye out for something better.
Festival rates, cleaning fees and minimum stays add up. Compare the total for your nights, not the nightly rate.
Ask rental hosts about AC in the bedrooms, backup water and secure parking before you book.
Roads close and taxis surge on the big days. Being close to the main events saves hours.
Stays closest to Pigeon Island go first in festival week, and prices climb as the dates get closer. Free-cancellation options let you book now and change your mind later.
Final weekend usually ends on the second Sunday in May. The next one is Fri–Sun, May 7–9, 2027.
Rodney Bay & Gros Islet: The lively north. Best for Jazz festival and nightlife. Castries & Vigie: Closest to Carnival. Best for Being near the parades. Marigot Bay: Sheltered bay between north and south. Best for Couples and sailing.
Pigeon Island National Landmark, Pigeon Island, Gros Islet, Saint Lucia. From the main areas: Rodney Bay & Gros Islet is 5–10 min drive to Pigeon Island; Castries & Vigie is 25–40 min drive to Pigeon Island; Marigot Bay is 45–60 min drive to Pigeon Island; Soufrière is 1.5–2 hours to Pigeon Island.
Hewanorra International (UVF), about 1.5 hours from Rodney Bay, or George F. L. Charles (SLU) in Castries for regional flights.
As early as you can. Stays closest to Pigeon Island go first, and prices rise as the festival gets closer. Book a free-cancellation option now and keep watching for better deals.