Caribbean eco-resort

Two and one bedroom villas on Tobago

Living in the landscape

Overlooking the ocean, and nestled amongst the trees of the rainforest, our two and one bedroom villas in Tobago allow you to really experience ‘living in the landscape’ and enjoy the stunning Caribbean village of Castara. Our one bedroom villas offer beautiful treehouse-style accommodations.

Rustic Luxury

We aim to balance the freedoms of self-catering accommodations with the services of a hotel. Our eco hideaway capture the exotic essence of the Caribbean and you’ll find all you need to relax and rejuvenate. Our two and one-bedroom villas in Tobago offer open-air bedrooms, expansive decks and hammocks for lounging.

A warm welcome

Our local team will welcome you to Castara Retreats and will do their best to ensure your stay is a happy one. Their openness of spirit is infectious and they’ll soon help you relax into the Tobago ‘go slow’ attitude. The village of Castara is just a couple of minutes’ walk away.

One Bedroom Villas in Tobago
One Bedroom Villas in Tobago
One Bedroom Villas in Tobago
“It's the ultimate in rustic chic”
The Guardian
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“Easily one of the most appealing places to stay on the whole island”
The Rough Guide
The Times list us in their TOP 50 Best Holidays in the Caribbean.
We are also recommended by:
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“The perfect perch on an idyllic Caribbean Isle”
The Evening Standard
Relax in our spectacular surroundings
Wellness and nourishment

If you need a little extra help relaxing, our wellness practitioners  are here to help. Strengthen the body, lift the spirit and relax the mind with a yoga class overlooking the ocean, or enjoy a deep tissue massage, listening to the lapping of the sea.

Castara beach

Castara beach is just a few minute’s walk away, with its golden sand, safe swimming, and fabulous opportunities for snorkelling in the coral reef. Local bars adjoin the beach, perfect for enjoying a cold beer and watch the sun go down. Each day, the fishermen will return with their catch, to be sold at the local fishing coop.

Be awed by nature

Our gardens are alive with nature and buzzing with life. Watch the pelicans swooping over the sea, and awake to the sound of birdsong. Look out for the little agouti that now lives nearby, spot dolphins out to sea, and admire the stunning hummingbirds. As evening comes, watch the fireflies alight in the trees, and drift off to sleep listening to the sound of the waves.

One Bedroom Villas in Tobago
One Bedroom Villas in Tobago
One Bedroom Villas in Tobago
Voted No. 1 by Trip Advisor travellers
More five star reviews than any other speciality Tobago hotel
“A piece of paradise”
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February 2016

The views are amazing. Stayed at Birdsong with friends who enjoyed walking down to the beach, buying a 10lb king fish and returning to the apartment to have freshly caught fish for dinner. Imagine falling asleep to the sound of the waves, or waking next morning to the sound of birds chirping or watching the boats bobbing in the water. The view of the bay from your window is to die for and the apartment was exceptionally clean. The only drawback is that you would wish you spent more time there no matter how long you stay.

“Authentic Experience”
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February 2016

If you are looking for a taste of the "real" Caribbean then this is definitely the place to find it. Castara Retreats is situated on the hillside overlooking the small village of Castara. From our perch in the trees we could watch the boats going out to fish, the ladies baking the bread in the clay oven twice a week and spot when the fish was being sold in the market. We hired a car for two days, which enabled us to see a bit more of Tobago, but nowhere else that we visited had the kind of lively but laid-back ambience we found in Castara.

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“Life is not measured by the number of breaths you take,
But by the moments that take your breath away”
Caribbean Kitchen
Our Restaurant

Our restaurant Caribbean Kitchen is a magical sport for a light lunch, a sundowner, or a candle lit supper, serenaded by the sound of the sea. It has fabulous views looking down to Castara Bay, down the coast, and out to the sunset.

Caribbean Menu

Our menu celebrates the spices of the Caribbean, and our chefs prepare fresh food, made to order. Whether you are seeking fresh fish, jerk chicken, quality steak, home made pastas, or exotic desserts, our varied menus offers something for everyone.

Dining out or in

All of our accommodations are self-catering with well-equipped kitchens and spaces for dining with a view. Castara is just a couple of minutes’ away so there are a number of eateries and bars on your doorstep.

One Bedroom Villas in Tobago
One Bedroom Villas in Tobago
One Bedroom Villas in Tobago
“Relaxation comes, kicking it back in Castara. Village guesthouses and small hotels are integrated into community life, like eco-sensitive Castara Retreats.”
National Geographic Magazine
One Bedroom Villas in Tobago
One Bedroom Villas in Tobago
One Bedroom Villas in Tobago
“We warmly invite you to soak up the Caribbean sunshine staying with us at Castara Retreats in one of our two or one bedroom villas in Tobago”
Castara Retreats Team