Name: Kariwak Village Holistic Haven and Hotel
Address: Store Bay Local Road, Crown Point, Crown Point, Crown Point, 99999, Trinidad and Tobago
Rating: 9

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Kariwak Village Holistic Haven and Hotel

Crown Point

I don't think I've had a better hotel experience than the one we had at Kariwak. It is a lovely place to be, with interesting tropical plants and trees winding through the grounds and a charming vibe that instantly puts you at ease. 

Our room was clean and had everything we needed. A nice big bed, A/C, and a fridge to name a few. The pool area is a great spot to sunbathe, perhaps with one of the excellent drinks from their bar menu, (we particularly enjoyed the Kariwak fruit punch, which was made with fresh fruit and home made cordials and syrups). The pool itself is looking a little bit tired, however it's still perfectly nice to get in and cool off. The gardens to the rear are beautifully kept and contains even more areas to chill out in a different setting, including an open air pavillion where they do yoga a couple of times a week, complimentary for hotel guests and I'd recommend giving it a go.

We were very well fed during our stay at Kariwak. Breakfast started with fresh fruit and their in house natural yogurt with guava syrup, although they had other options. They also do fresh coffees and a selection of teas. There was a plentiful selection of hot options too, my favourite being the grilled fish with tartar sauce. Also enjoyed the Hawaiian omelette (trust me on this one). The lunch menu offered salads and sandwiches, as well as a hot option of the day, and the dinner was wonderful. Everything delicious and fresh. I had a steak one evening which I can honestly say was one of the tastiest steaks I've had! Had no issues with wait times whatsoever.

Perhaps the best thing about this hotel however, is the staff. We felt welcomed from the moment we arrived. They were accommodating and always up for a chat, or to offer recommendations. They even allowed us to check out late as our flight was delayed. It felt like a home away from home. A little slice of paradise. 

Don't let proximity to the airport put you off and go and stay at Kariwak. Forget the resorts. Needless to say we will be back!

A haven in Tobago!

TLDR:
Go to Tropikist or any other hotel for a better way to start your day. Kariwak is no longer a good option as its service is slow and, worst of all, rude. 

Read on for more detail…

Been to Kariwak many times over the years. The place is still the same in regards to location, rooms and dinner - all lovely.

Unfortunately - I have to say it’s VERY MUCH let down by the terribly delayed breakfast service. I’m used to a more casual service in Tobago, but this was too much.

First morning, it took over 40m to get (instant) coffee and over a full hour to get food (note: I’m not talking about hot food, the first plate is fruit). We weren’t the only ones. A couple near our table (a lady and her elderly mum) had been waiting even longer. But sometimes this happens, and I gave it a pass. Slightly annoying not one person said sorry.

Second morning was even worse. My partner went earlier to grab a table and to put the order in (9:20) and I got there at 9:30, by which time the table still wasn’t set and she was sitting at an empty table. Not even water. Which after 20 mins of waiting (9:40), I went to get myself. After asking a few times, the table was set at 10:00. Still no coffee or anything for 50m. Jonathan was at least polite. But another lady working there was just rude. Think the manager even came out and didn’t really mind. Think that’s the most frustrating thing I’ve

10:15  -fruit and coffee came out. 55m after my wife got a table.
10:50 - hot food comes out.
11.00 - is when they expected us to checkout. Told them we can’t eat in just 10m and that we will leave at 11:30. 

Even worse than the slow service was the rudeness of the waitstaff, Jonathan and LaToya in particular. When questioned about the slowness of service, he stated that breakfast started at 7.30, so we should have been out earlier, and expect a wait at 9.30, for eggs.

We are utterly disappointed at not only the slowness of service but the rudeness of the staff on this visit. Suffice to say, we will not be returning. Also, glad we found this out now as we are planning a wedding celebration in Tobago and was looking to send 50 of our guests there. Obviously not going to happen and will book Tropikist instead.

The manager (an old gentleman) actually came out half way during the poor service and asked us how was breakfast. I thought this was another customer like us so I told them honestly it was very poor and we haven’t eaten yet. He then disappeared. After our 2hr breakfast and checking out, I asked to speak to him again, knowing he was the manager, but LaToya told us he’s too busy. I asked her if he’d prefer to hear my customer feedback in person or online and she said he’s too busy. So that’s why I’m posting here.

The one bright point in service was Maisha, who was professional, an active communicator and talented at hospitality. Unfortunately, she is one of one.

Stay somewhere else, for your own happiness.

Been here many times, standards in regards Breakfast service have dropped MASSIVELY . Can’t and won’t recommend anymore.

A lovely haven away from the hustle and bustle of the island. Comfortable beds, spacious rooms and great breakfasts. Staff very friendly. Authentic Caribbean style

The hotel was very clean.The service  was excellent.  No long waiying on anything.

I had a rental car and a GPS - inspite of which the property is not easy to find as it is in a small lane away from the main road and is easy to miss. I reached around 9PM and they had a very limited menu selection in the restaurant. There are other places within a short drive of this place but I was surprised that they did not have a more elaborate selection to offer - this was true for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Rooms are a bit of a hike from the reception area and the staff made no attempt to help me with my bags (you are walking across a grass lawn, so wheels don't matter). There is a laid back attitude - which is fine but certain things need to be disclosed to the guests - such as what number to use to call reception (the standard "0" does not work) or if you want housekeeping to take care of your room.WIFI was spotty at best - I had to complain to the management and they had no solution other than to restart the system with the same spotty result - it would drop and then re-connect and then drop..... so if you are trying to work that will not happen here.

This was my first stay at Kariwak and it was perfect! The property is serene, beautiful and well maintained and rooms are clean.Extra special thanks to the wonderful staff - everyone was so attentive and made me feel so welcome.

We booked Kariwak Village for a 4 day getaway to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary. Our choice was driven by the fact that we prefer nature, well being and niche treasures much more than concrete and glass identikit hotels. We were NOT disappointed! The booking was seamless and the amicable nature of the staff was evident from the initial enquiry. On arrival, the organic, semi wooden construction of the poolside hut we stayed in fit our tastes and the area mimics a little village built around a small but very useful pool. On the other garden side of the well manicured grounds there are more huts, a lovely exercise space, a beautiful garden jacuzzi and hammocks for resting. 
    The staff were genuinely happy to see us and gave friendly and efficient service, one special touch was we returned to our hut to find the entire bed adorned with beautiful local flower petals. This wonderful gesture was done to mark our 25th anniversary and the Mrs absolutely loved it!  The meals were fresh and tasty and to be honest we felt a tinge of sadness to leave the village. WE WILL DEFINITELY BE BACK!!!!

It's not a Hotel, it's a HAVEN :)

The staff tries their best to accommodate your wishes/request. Thanks to Marion and Diane the Sparkling Water and gingerbread was delivered as promised. The young Manger did her best being professional and going above and beyond to grant our request, a positive addition indeed to the establishment. Overall our stay was extremely pleasant and relaxing in a safe environment. However the hotel is a bit dated and can do with a face-lift, it is very bulky walking around with a key attached to  a rectangular block, it's 2023 y'all got to get it together. Get an iPad with your menu at the restaurant instead of printed paper on a board.

Walking in the garden, the sights and sounds of nature were so relaxing. I saw and heard the Cocrico's...

Very good breakfast and very conveniently located.

at first i thought it would have been boring, but as it turns out it was very relaxing and i felt at peace which is what we were looking for

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