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The Naturalist Beach Resort

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel in Castara with free breakfast

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Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Exterior
The Naturalist Beach Resort welcomes guests with a hearty breakfast buffet each morning. Visitors relax by the warm firepit or lounge on the sun-drenched terrace during downtime. The helpful concierge team assists with tour bookings and tickets to nearby attractions.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Kitchenette

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Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
TV
Clothes dryer
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Kitchenette, Beach View

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Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
TV
Clothes dryer
Hairdryer
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Signature Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Ocean View | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Ocean View

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Air conditioning
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Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
TV
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Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Signature Studio Suite, Balcony, Beachfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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Balcony
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Kitchenette
Fridge
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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
TV
Clothes dryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the area

Map
Castara Bay Road, Castara Village, Castara, Tobago

What's nearby

  • Castara Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Englishman's Bay - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Turtle Beach - 23 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Mount Irvine Bay - 27 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Pigeon Point Beach - 40 min drive - 30.0 km

Getting around

  • Tobago (TAB-A.N.R. Robinson Intl.) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪eula's restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Brantals Grill House - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Glasgow Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Shop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪D'Almond Tree Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Naturalist Beach Resort

Property highlights
Consider a stay at The Naturalist Beach Resort and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a terrace and a firepit. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), outdoor furniture and barbecues
  • Tour/ticket information and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak well of the overall condition
Room features
All guest rooms at The Naturalist Beach Resort boast thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and dining tables.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Kitchenettes, fridges and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9 AM

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

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
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 40.00 per person (one way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Naturalist Beach Resort Castara
Naturalist Beach Resort
Naturalist Beach Castara
Naturalist Beach
The Naturalist Beach Castara
The Naturalist Beach Resort Hotel
The Naturalist Beach Resort Castara
The Naturalist Beach Resort Hotel Castara

Frequently asked questions

Is The Naturalist Beach Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Naturalist Beach Resort?

The Naturalist Beach Resort doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Naturalist Beach Resort?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Naturalist Beach Resort?

Checkout is at noon.

Does The Naturalist Beach Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 40.00 per person applies.

Where is The Naturalist Beach Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this Castara hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Castara Beach and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Englishman's Bay. Parlatuvier Beach and Shurland James Hummingbird Nature Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

The Naturalist Beach Resort Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 68 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
exactly the vacation I was looking for.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Caroline

Great great location! Suited us perfectly. The resort is like an upmarket back packer place.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

angela

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Good service, great location. The breakfast was good. The room was not what I expected but I would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great room in a small block on the beach. Well located for everything you need in the village and run by a charming and helpful host! A wonderful experience in a quiet unspoiled vilage
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

CANDICE

It gave the quiet atmosphere i desired
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eartha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I, arrived on Saturday night 17/6/2023 and stay two nights. We had a wonderful time at this place and enjoy everything that is there to enjoy and engage. We would also like to state that Owner of this place add to the wonderful experiences
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views. Clean. Great service, friendly! Convenient stores and dining which was amazing (D'Almond Tree Restaurant)! Bring some big spray tho!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

george

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Spot on the Caribbean

Our balcony had a view of the beach. We could snorkel from the beach, and we were able to hire a young man to take us fishing and snorkeling at nearby beaches. It was a very relaxing stay. Good breakfasts! ATM didn’t accept our cards, so bring plenty of local cash.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property is beach side and absolutely stunning beach!
Sunset
Pulling Seine
Looking out from the Naturalist
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joana Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely location

Great location on top of the beach and spacious room with full equipped kitchen. A lovely place to stay with a few bars and restaurants around. Beautiful sunset on the beach right in front
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The scenery was magnificent. The location was perfect and the community was very pleasant. Beautiful hidden gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tavernelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing, friendly staff, good food and amazing views
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

anthony

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Hotel a privilegier pour sa localisation sur la plage> Acces assez difficile Petit dejeuner inclus mais tres tres leger si vous n'arrivez pas les parmi ls premiers La chambre "Salmon" a eviter cvar elle doit conserver les rideaux fermes car donnant sur la rue et tres bruyante en raison de la fontaine coulant dans le bassin a poisson a proximite de la fenetre.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing gem in a beautiful location.

Amazing place in Castara. Our room was directly on the beach. Amazing facilities and a wonderful host. Wished we could have stayed longer and will definitely return. This hotel and the host were the best part of our week in Tobago.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Stacey-Ann Francesca

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our spacious clean room had air conditioning, but no glass on the windows. Wooden slats and heavy drapes. You can listen to the surf all night long. The view from the decks (we had 2) was amazing. The sea is so beautiful. We were right on the beach and close to the restaurants. Their is no shuttle, but taxis are available at the airport. ($55 US) Once you arrive, the hotel owner, Ansel, will help arrange transportation and tours. One of many highlights was eating fresh fish for breakfast that Ansel had caught the night before.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Anette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stedet bliver kun bedre ved at lære det at kende🤗 Dejlig roligt sted med dejlig strand
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beach, exactly where you would want to wake up in Castara. More of a quiet part of the beach, but the busy market and restaurants are in a few minutes walking distance. Amazing staff, we really felt like home.

6/10 Okay

Khadijah

Liked: Amenities
Proximity to tge beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfection

This is the place to go when you want rest and a retreat. Absolutely perfect and definite return
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The perfect getaway on the beachfront, lovely sunsets and hummingbirds. Lovely accommodation, courteous service and tasty buffet breakfast...continue the good service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Naturalist a hidden treasure

The hotel is right on the beach. We were there during low season so very few actual restaurants were open. There is a small grocery across the beach, so you can purchase essentials. There is also lots of very fresh and wonderful street food. We had two rooms that connect. I think they were the Whale and Crows Nest. Crows nest is a tiny room with a double bed and an outdoor kitchen with an amazing view. The Whale was very large and had two double beds and an inside kitchen. My only complaint was their was barely silverware for 3 people. The bay was amazing! The water is clear and warm. The waves were extremely gentle. The drive to Castara is not for the amateurs. The road is very windy and you drive on the left hand side. We thought it was worth it. Castara is beautiful, quiet, and the people are very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
What is shown on Expedia is not what you get. The actual property that was booked isn’t on the beach itself but rather a short walk to the beach. The ocean view is obscured by trees and buildings. There was no soap or shampoo in the suite we booked had to go to the lodge on the beach. The breakfast was great though.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Right on the beach, friendly staff, excellent and varied breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018