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Jade Mountain, St Lucia: a stay at the Caribbean's most iconic hotel

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With its picture-perfect views, it’s easy to see why the Jade Mountain resort in St Lucia has just been nominated one of the world’s best hotels multiple times — most recently receiving a nod for the prestigious 2024 Travel and Leisure World's Best Award. It's also be featured on the BBC’s Amazing Hotels: Life Beyond the Lobby as an architectural masterpiece.

Built in 2006, Jade Mountain is perfectly nestled next to its little sister, Anse Chastanet, and boasts breathtaking panoramic views of the Pitons, the twin peaks which became a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2004.

The hotel was designed and built by world-famous architect Nick Troubetzkoy, whose presence is evident in every hand-built feature. It was named after his collection of exquisitely-carved jade sculptures — the largest in the world. Outside there is stunning artwork by local artist Sakey, who holds art classes at the resort.

Set within 600 lush acres of Caribbean Forest,

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