Ratings based on 13 Verified Reviews
4.3 Room cleanliness
4.6 Service & staff
4.3 Room comfort
4.3 Hotel condition
Expedia Verified Reviews
by A verified traveler
Posted 15 Sep 2024
This is a high end small resort for discerning travellers who enjoy nature and lovely views in a beautiful village. The beach is a stone throw away. You can never get bored of the incredible views of the ocean, beach and rainforest from the lodges. We loved every minute of it!
by A verified traveler
Tobago paradise!
Posted 5 Aug 2024 on HotelsFANTASTIC. Staff, people, setting, hotel restaurant. All above and beyond. Would highly recommend this place!
by A verified traveler
Posted 27 Oct 2023
by A verified traveler
Posted 10 Oct 2023
A wonderful beach side (across a road) property with amazing views, an excellent restaurant, and very helpful staff.
Beach was lovely, uncrowded and a real laid back friendly Tobago spot!
Would definitely recommend and stay again if we are in Tobago.
Many thanks!
Comment from Hotel Management
10 Oct 2023 by Jess (comms and marketing), Hotel Management
Hi Jonathan - thank you for a lovely review, which I'll pass on to our staff. The beach is a magical spot and glad you appreciated the welcoming and laid back vibe that the island and our retreat offers. We'd love to welcome you again - look out for the loyalty discount code in your follow up email. All the best, Castara Retreats team.
by A verified traveler
Posted 22 Apr 2022
We stayed in Coco Palm which faces Castara village and beach. The living and kitchen area were outdoor and open with great views of the bay and the surrounding greenery and to hear the birds whether you are enjoying your morning coffee or a sun downer. The kitchen is very well equipped, and the room has everything you need and was comfortable. It’s a short walk to the beach for a swim or to enjoy a beer at the local restaurant.
There is a small supermarket in the village, where you can find the basics, but best a shop in Scarborough as there are more choices. If you are a coffee drinker, bring your favourite coffee as there is a plunger in the kitchen.
There are many steps to get to the room and to the restaurant, which is a good leg exercise, but some might find a bit challenging. The restaurant on site has great food and probably the best rum and raisin ice cream!!!
To get around you can either arrange for taxis with Porridge or rent a car to be more independent.
The only negative I have would be the noise and very loud music from the village on weekends, which can go from early in the evening to late at night.
All in all, we had a great time and would visit again. Porridge or Jeanell were fabulous in helping us get trips organised or if we needed anything. They were so welcoming and warm that it just made everything that much better.
Comment from Hotel Management
30 Apr 2022 by Sue - Reservations Manager, Hotel Management
Many thanks for taking the time to post a review. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and the living in nature experience Castara Retreats offers. The rum and raisin ice cream is always a treat! Coco Palm is near the village and on occasions, when there is a party it can be noisy for guests wanting lots of quiet. We would recommend one of our accommodations on the other side of the gardens, Birdsong, Tamarind and Firefly, or Lime Tree and Ginger Lily or Coasthanger which are a little further from the village and its vibe. Weekend music is intermittent depending on national holidays and local celebrations which guests are always welcome to join in. We would love to welcome you back, maybe to enjoy a different lodge this time. Many thanks again for your review.
by A verified traveler
Tobago's gem
Posted 24 Jun 2019 on HotelsAmazing location and great view from Coco Palm, probably the best value for money in the whole retreat, very spacious and private, not overlooked. Porridge was very helpful and Jeanelle was a real star. Castara village gives a unique experience on the island, we wouldn't swop it for anywhere else on Tobago.
by A verified traveler from Gloucestershire UK
Posted 4 Apr 2019
Beautifully designed for privacy and eco friendliness in an outstanding location. A very special place so close to nature.
by A verified traveler
A relaxing break!
Posted 9 Feb 2019 on HotelsWe enjoyed our stay very much, the accommodation gives you everything it promises but if you’re looking for luxury that’s not what it’s about. It really gives you the feeling you’re living in a great tree house! The beautiful local birds are everywhere and often join you for breakfast or at the other times of the day you may be relaxing on the deck or in your open air lounge. The only constructive criticism I would mention is that the restaurant needs to be more consistent, the menu is small and offers good local cuisine, but it does depend upon who’s in the kitchen, we ate there three times, two good and one after recommending certain dishes to friends was disappointing. Just needs that consistency from the kitchen as the staff were all very helpful and friendly.
Final point, if you have trouble with hills and stairs try the get an apartment on the lower levels!
Beautiful location though and Castara and it’s people are lovely and welcoming.
by A verified traveler from Cape Cod, USA
Posted 3 Feb 2019 on Orbitz
Castera Retreats is an unusual property built on a hillside in the charming village of Castera. Our living and kitchen areas were open to the air so you felt like you were in a treehouse. Every morning the birds came to the feeders hung near each unit and the show was spectacular. Also could watch the guinea pig like agoutis scavenging under the trees, and there was a lusty rooster who greeted the day. There are steep inclines and many steps which some might find daunting. A restaurant on the property served excellent food and the bar is a great place to watch the sunset. Our room, Cocoa Palm, had a woody decor, a simple bathroom, and a well equipped kitchen. We enjoyed a cup of coffee while watching the birds, and were surprised with a wonderful loaf of home baked bread on arrival.
by A verified traveler
Posted 11 Jan 2019 on Hotels
Fantastic place,they went out of there way with everything.
Really all so friendly like they are your family.
Loved all our time there.very sad to leave.
