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Castara Retreats

3.5 star property
Beach hotel with spa services and restaurant
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Property grounds
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Lunch and dinner served, Caribbean cuisine

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
North Side Road, Castara
  • Castara Beach
    8 min walk
  • Tobago Main Ridge Forest Reserve
    1 min drive
  • Cheno
    2 min walk
  • Tobago (TAB-A.N.R. Robinson Intl.)
    95 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ocean View (Tamarind)

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ocean View (Tamarind)

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ocean View (Tamarind)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Portable fan
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ocean View (Coco Palm)

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ocean View (Coco Palm)

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ocean View (Coco Palm)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Portable fan
  • 412 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ocean View (Ginger Lily)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ocean View (Ginger Lily)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Portable fan
  • 52 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Castara

At Castara Retreats you'll be steps from Castara Beach and 2 km (1.2 mi) from Tobago Main Ridge Forest Reserve. Highlights at this beach hotel include a restaurant, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .The restaurant, Caribbean Kitchen, serves Caribbean cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy access to boat tours and snorkelling. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and spa services. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Castara hotel include Englishman's Bay and Adventure Farm and Nature Reserve.

What's nearby

  • Castara Beach - 8 min walk
  • Tobago Main Ridge Forest Reserve - 1 min drive
  • Englishman's Bay - 6 min drive
  • Turtle Beach - 36 min drive
  • Pigeon Point Beach - 102 min drive

Getting around

  • Tobago (TAB-A.N.R. Robinson Intl.) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪eula's restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brantals Grill House - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Caribbean Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Glasgow Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪D'Coals Spot Resturant - ‬26 min drive

About this property

Castara Retreats

Beach hotel with spa services and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 1033 square feet (96 square metres) and includes conference space. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Spa services, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the eco-certified Castara Retreats. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Castara hotel.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 9 buildings
  • 1033 sq ft of conference space
  • 96 sq. m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Castara Retreats offers 15 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Rooms open to furnished balconies. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Accommodation at this 3.5-star hotel has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, separate dining areas and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are couples treatment room(s) available. Services include deep-tissue massages and massages.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Caribbean Kitchen

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,033 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift

More

  • 9 buildings
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Living room
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property uses a grey water recycling system.

Property is also known as

Castara Retreats Apartment
Castara Retreats Tobago
Castara Retreats Hotel Tobago
Castara Retreats Hotel
Castara Retreats Castara
Castara Retreats Hotel Castara

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Castara Retreats?

Yep, Castara Retreats has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Castara Retreats?

Yep, Castara Retreats is a short 8-minute walk from Castara Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at Castara Retreats?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like deep-tissue massages.

What makes Castara Retreats a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Castara Retreats.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Castara Retreats?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Castara Retreats?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Caribbean cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Castara Retreats?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Castara Retreats?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Castara Retreats Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adesegun

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tobago paradise!
FANTASTIC. Staff, people, setting, hotel restaurant. All above and beyond. Would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Haris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tobago's gem
Amazing 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.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Beautifully designed for privacy and eco friendliness in an outstanding location. A very special place so close to nature.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A relaxing break!
We 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.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Stephanie Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Kavita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spacious and unique villa right next to the beach with stunning views of the ocean and sunset. We were lucky enough to have Amar pick us up and give us a first hand tour experience of the island on one of our days there. Would highly recommend a tour with him. We also arrived to a tasty fresh loaf of bread from castaras kitchen and experienced our dinner at the restaurant with stunning views.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Malin Caroline

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Coco Palm
Coco Palm ligger idyllisk til, litt oppe i høyden fra landsbyen. Nydelig utsikt over sjø & frodig vegetasjon, og en deilig hage med fargerike fugler. Kort vei ned til stranden. Leiligheten er godt utstyrt. Innkjøpsmulighetene for mat, frukt og grønt er begrenset. For å komme seg rundt på øya, er det best å leie bil, men veistandarden er ikke den beste! Det eneste som trekker ned, er den til tider meget bråkete musikken nede fra landsbyen, noen ganger fra morgengry til sent på kveld/natt (spesielt Bonfire på stranden - hver torsdag). Den støyende lydkulissen overdøver dessverre fuglekvitter og bølgeslagene mot stranden. Når det er sagt, er eierne av Castara Retreats meget hjelpsomme og serviceminded, og de gjør alt for at gjestene skal få et flott opphold. De er også behjelpelige med utflukter og transport. Kan ikke få rost Porridge og hans familie nok :-)
Motmot i hagen
Coco Palm sett fra stranden
Coco Palm bak det store mango-treet
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Didn't live up to our expectations
Beautiful with the birds comming and eating at the beatiful terrass. Difficult to find places for eating lunch at low season. We were very disapointed that there were no group sessions in yoga, only very expensive private sessions. We tried even though very expensive, to book a private session for yoga but the teacher missed to show up. There is a need for cleaning and throwing garbage more often. The king bed were two beds that were seperating when laying in the middle. Difficult to get good information about tours. Fantastic wiew over the bay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019