St Kitts: Palms Court Gardens Pool Day Pass & Lunch

Summary

Palms court gardens day pass for relaxing pool time and garden walks in st kitts

You’ll spend your day unwinding at Palms Court Gardens in St Kitts—swimming in an infinity pool overlooking Basseterre harbor, wandering lush gardens labeled with local plants, tasting fresh lunch at the onsite restaurant, and browsing handmade shell jewelry. It’s easygoing and low-key—a real chance to slow down for once.

What’s the experience like?

“You see that mango tree? That’s where the monkeys like to steal their breakfast,” our driver grinned as we pulled up to Palms Court Gardens in Basseterre. I laughed, half-expecting to spot one right away, but the only thing moving was a sleepy cat under a hibiscus bush. The place felt private and kind of secret, even though it’s just a few minutes from town. The air smelled green—like wet leaves and something sweet I couldn’t name. We checked in, got our wristbands, and someone pointed us toward the path through the gardens. I kept stopping to read those little signs about each plant (who knew lemongrass could help headaches?).

The infinity pool looked almost too perfect against the harbor—blue on blue, with Nevis just sitting hazy in the distance. I dropped my bag on a deck chair (umbrella included, thank god—it was hot) and just floated for a while, listening to some kids giggling at the shallow end. There was Wi-Fi but honestly, I forgot about my phone after a bit. At some point I wandered over to the Shell Works boutique next to this tiny workshop; everything smelled faintly salty and you could hear someone laughing inside—maybe working on jewelry? I tried on a necklace made from local shells but chickened out of buying it (still thinking about it).

Lunch at the restaurant surprised me—I ordered fish tacos and they came out bright and fresh, with fruit on the side that tasted like it had just been picked from those same trees we’d walked past earlier. Our server told us most of what’s served comes from right here or nearby farms. It’s small touches like that which make you feel less like a tourist and more like you’re borrowing someone’s backyard for an afternoon. There were families, couples, even an older couple playing cards by the bar (they waved when we walked past). Time moved slow here—in a good way.

I left feeling lighter than when I arrived. Maybe it was all that swimming or maybe just being surrounded by so much green and quiet for once. Anyway—I still think about that view over Basseterre harbor when things get noisy back home.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Relax and explore Palms Court Gardens

• Book pass in advance
• Arrive at Palms Court Gardens
• Choose garden path to explore
• Discover tropical fruit and herbal gardens
• Visit shell and jewelry boutique
• Enjoy harbor and old town views
• Swim in infinity pool
• Relax on deck or Jacuzzi
• Use Wi-Fi and deck chair

Top questions

Is Palms Court Gardens day pass suitable for families?

Yes, children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult; infants need waterproof diapers near the pool.

Does my day pass include access to all facilities?

Yes, your pass includes use of the pool, Jacuzzi, restaurant, bar, gift boutique, WiFi, shower, deck chair and umbrella.

How far is Palms Court Gardens from Basseterre?

It’s just a short distance from central Basseterre—only a few minutes by car or taxi.

Is lunch included with my Palms Court Gardens day pass?

No, lunch is available at the onsite restaurant but not included in the entry price.

Are there wheelchair accessible paths at Palms Court Gardens?

Yes, Palms Court Gardens is wheelchair accessible throughout its main areas.

Can infants or toddlers use the pool?

Yes—but infants and toddlers must wear waterproof diapers in and around the pool area.

Do I need to book my chair location ahead of time?

If you arrive after 11am or have special preferences for your chair location, email [e-mail] ahead of time.

Is there Wi-Fi available at Palms Court Gardens?

Yes—Wi-Fi is included with your day pass.

What’s included

Your day at Palms Court Gardens includes access to all facilities: swim in the infinity pool or soak in the Jacuzzi; relax on your reserved deck chair under an umbrella; enjoy Wi-Fi throughout; shower off after swimming; browse handmade gifts at Shell Works boutique; plus all taxes and fees are covered so you can just show up and unwind.