The Naturalist Beach Resort

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2026

Roy

Great place and the manager was excellent and helpful.

Thank you.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Feb 2026

Azarodeen

Excellent

8/10

Excellent

12 Feb 2026

Laurie

Very clean room , terrific breakfast , very nicely laid out room with kitchenette.

10/10

Exceptional

10 Feb 2026

Patricia

Perfect location with beautiful view

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

18 Sep 2025

Sheryl

Property is beach side and absolutely stunning beach!

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

15 Sep 2025

Calvin

The staff was very friendly, courteous and breakfast was amazing, we had a variety to choosr from.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Apr 2025

Gail

exactly the vacation I was looking for.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

27 Feb 2025

Joana Patricia

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

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

01 Nov 2024

angela

Good service, great location. The breakfast was good. The room was not what I expected but I would definitely return.

Business_and_leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Aug 2024

RICHARD

The scenery was magnificent. The location was perfect and the community was very pleasant. Beautiful hidden gem.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

06 Aug 2024

Tavernelle

I enjoyed my time there.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

15 May 2024

Evan

Everything was amazing, friendly staff, good food and amazing views

6/10

Pleasant

25 Sep 2023

CANDICE

It gave the quiet atmosphere i desired

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Aug 2023

Paula

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.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

27 Jul 2023

Stacey-Ann Francesca

Beautiful beach!

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jun 2023

Eartha

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

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2023

Janine

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.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Mar 2023

Neil

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

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Mar 2023

Darren

Beautiful views. Clean. Great service, friendly! Convenient stores and dining which was amazing (D'Almond Tree Restaurant)! Bring some big spray tho!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

28 Jan 2023

george

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.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Dec 2022

Johanna

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.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

20 Jun 2022

Khadijah

Proximity to tge beach

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2022

Marlene

Perfection

This is the place to go when you want rest and a retreat. Absolutely perfect and definite return

Partner

8/10

Excellent

24 Jan 2022

Michelle

The perfect getaway on the beachfront, lovely sunsets and hummingbirds. Lovely accommodation, courteous service and tasty buffet breakfast...continue the good service.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jun 2019

Tamara

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.

Friends

8/10

Excellent

26 Mar 2019

Verified traveler

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.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jan 2019

Verified traveler

Right on the beach, friendly staff, excellent and varied breakfast

10/10

Exceptional

14 Nov 2018

Jane

Location was. Magical. Staff attentive and supportive

8/10

Excellent

22 Aug 2018

Emily

Friendly hotel in perfect location

As a family of 5 it is often hard to find suitable accommodation but this was perfect. Two linked rooms (one upstairs from the other) both with their own terraces and good, quiet air conditioning. Kettles, ovens, toasters, microwaves, fridges and hobs all available. Ancle and Tracey were friendly, welcoming and helpful hosts. Castara is beautiful. Don't miss swimming with rays from the beach at little bay and helping the fishermen bring in the catch on big bay. Watch hummingbirds from the deck and snorkel from the beach. Really relaxing and non touristy. Thanks for having us!

8/10

Excellent

11 Aug 2018

Lizzy

A very safe and comfortable place to stay.

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jul 2018

Joseph

Natural beauty

Beautiful beach. Clear water. Wonderful and quaint area nearby. Nearby store for essentials and many other shops. A very unique place and area.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

26 May 2018

Verified traveler

Great location steps away from beach. Rays swimming can be viewed from porch. Close to market and fish hut where you can choose your fish and they clean it for you on the spot.
Great snorkeling sites. Snorkeling trip with BBQ lunch on the beach was awesome.
All things considered my girlfriend and I had a wonderful holiday.
Thank you to Ancle George and staff.

4/10

Poor

21 May 2018

Verified traveler

The room had roaches and the air conditioning worked poorly. The location was nice, but I’d choose another hotel.

10/10

Exceptional

10 Mar 2018

Victor

Amazing holiday

We had an amazing time. It was the most relaxing holiday. Tracy and Ancle are fantastic hosts and go out of their way to make everything enjoyable. We can't wait to go back.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Dec 2017

Mel

Beautiful Hotel on the beach front

The Customer Service was superior and the warm welcome tops although we arrived late, the check in was quick, warm welcome and the breakfast was tasty.
I would recommend anyone to go visit for a fantastic stay.

6/10

Pleasant

26 Sep 2017

Prema

Small hotel practically on the beach

A bad start due to having to spend 4 1/2 hours outside the airport, which closed soon after we arrived at 0120, as the pick up didn't arrive, was compounded by disappointment at the room we were allocated. We don't recall seeing photos of the budget double room on the Expedia site but it was dark and depressing and we would certainly not have chosen that for our two week stay. However the misunderstanding about the pick up was soon cleared up and we upgraded to a double room on the floor above, at extra cost, which was bright and spacious, with a terrace giving a view of the sea and beach. Tracey, who we think is the Assistant Manager, was very helpful and did everything she could to help us to settle in. Breakfast lacked variety though the one or two local dishes included were tasty. Perhaps it would be more accurate to describe it as a 'simple breakfast' rather than a 'continental breakfast'. We met the Manager Ancle on about the third day and felt he was not very communicative. However as time passed we understood that this was just the general laid back way of the local people and no offence is intended. In fact Ancle kindly went out of his way to obtain a jar of mango sauce for us that we liked, at his expense. The hotel itself is well located on the beach and within walking distance of cafes and shops - although they are not always open during low season. Generally a nice hotel but could be improved with a little hospitality training to meet international standards.

10/10

Exceptional

05 Aug 2017

Gerard

Beautiful Beaches, Incredible People

Everything about the Naturalist--from the lodging, to the staff, to the location--is perfect. There's not a lot to do, per se, but that's exactly what we wanted.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jul 2017

Rosemarie

Nice hotel very close to the beach

The room met all my needs, breakfast was very basic with some local flavors

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2017

Lane

The Naturalist

The Naturalist is perfect in every way. It's easy to find, clean, comfortable, peaceful, and the views are spectacular. Ancle George and his staff are friendly and helpful, and Castara is a wonderful place to stay. I will be recommending this place to my family and friends, and if you are considering a trip to Tobago, forget about any other resorts - go with the Naturalist.

Partner

2/10

Poor

08 May 2017

Verified traveler

worst place ever

couldnt get on the boat from trinidad to tobago an these people refuse to refund me my money its the worst an i will never recommend this hotel to any one

8/10

Excellent

28 Feb 2017

Adrian

Perfect beachside location and a warm welcome

Ansell, Tracy and company are wonderful hosts and their hotel has a marvellous location right at the side of the beach. Castara is perfect for those wanting a more authentic Tobago \"lime\" than can be obtained in a resort hotel.

8/10

Excellent

20 Feb 2017

Verified traveler

Great place for a quiet beach vacation

We stayed in Whale and had a great time. We had a lovely balcony with a view of the beach and we could hear the waves lulling us to sleep at night. We were 30 seconds away from the beach which was great for swimming, bobbing in the waves, and relaxing.

10/10

Exceptional

16 Feb 2017

Sue B

Can't get closer to the beach!

We loved our stay at The Naturalist. Rooms spacious and clean, kitchen had everything we needed. We had the Wahoo unit, one of the nicest with a big balcony on the ocean side. We loved watching the fishermen pulling in their nets, chatting with an old man repairing his net, watching a little girl having a steel pan lesson, and talking to a girl who had just won three medals for long jump and other events at school. You wouldn't xperience that at a high priced gated resort. The beach was lovely for swimming. Several restaurant/bars within walking distance. Great continental breakfast of fruit, cheese, fried shark and fresh baked coconut bread. If you need decaf in the island, pack your own,

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jan 2017

Adrienne

Can't wait to go back!

It hasn't even been a week since I left The Naturalist, and I am already planning when I can go back. I travelled solo for 2 weeks in Tobago, and Castara was where I spent my last 4 nights. The Naturalist wasn't even my original choice, but when I got there, was I ever happy my first choice fell through! My stay was amazing! Literally ON THE BEACH, this accommodation boasts a wide variety of room/suite styles. I stayed in the Tuna room, which has a forest view from a great veranda where I was entertained by all sorts of beautiful birds, my 'alarm clock' rooster buddies, and the lulling sound of the ocean. It's a smaller room, but perfect for a single traveller. It was so nice to have the privacy I wanted, yet the opportunity to mingle with others as I wished over a great light and tasty breakfast available each morning with local treats. Ancle the owner, Tracey, and the entire team are a great group of friendly, laid back, and helpful people who clearly love it there. The vibe is unobtrusive and relaxed, just as Castara as a whole is. If you are high maintenance, this is not the place for you! But, if you are looking to unwind, find some balance and just truly soak in the beauty and authenticity of Castara, this is a perfect home base to do it from. This is one of the few accommodations that doesn't require a good hike up and down the lovely, yet very steep, roads in the village. If you want beach, this is the place to be. I had everything I needed, and cant wait to get back

4/10

Poor

10 Dec 2016

Verified traveler

There are done better places in the area need to give more attentions to guest and offer better service

10/10

Exceptional

04 Dec 2016

Karin

Great hotel very close to the beach

Great hotel close to the beach. Good breakfast buffet of local and international food. Rooms clean and comfortable. The staff and owner, Ancle, very helpful and friendly..

10/10

Exceptional

30 Aug 2016

Traveller X

The Hotel with a little extra

I stayed in this hotel for a few nights last week (mid August). I was very clean and the beach was amazing. The people living in the area are super friendly, approachable and welcoming. I really enjoyed myself and want to go again. Top tip try and get a room with a view of the beach, plus go to Catty's food place on the beach... her food is delicious, huge portions, great price and she's super nice.... but get their early because her food is that fresh and good - EVERYONE wants some.

Avoid the the restaurant next to the hotel ( i think its called blue mango)- its on the beach to the left of the hotel, they will try and rip you off and they are very rude.

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jun 2016

R

This hotel is literally on the beach.

We spent a wonderful 5 nights at the Naturalist on Castara Beach in Tobago. It's a beautiful location, on a calm, clean quiet beach. The water is see-the-bottom clear, there are reefs nearby where we went snorkeling and saw a giant stingray (not for the faint of heart). The hotel offers a complimentary breakfast every morning, and there a couple of low key restaurants nearby for lunch and dinner. You can also make your own meals in the room kitchen, but good luck finding a grocery store. Castara is a small village, far from everything else. We had a great time there, and the hotel staff are the very best.

2/10

Poor

22 May 2016

Verified traveler

The proprietor was very unfriendly. breakfast was craft cheese in plastic packages with noisy diesel 4 by 4 vehicles running while trying to eat! there was work going on creating a fence between a neighbour with unpleasant boundary disputes

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2016

Shunda

Wonderful and peaceful!

My stay was totally rejuvenatingredients with the peace and scenery of the natural environment! I love it.

Family