"Caribelle Batik The ancient art of wax-resist dyeing reaches a whole new level at Caribelle Batik, located on Romney Manor. At the factory, you can watch artists as they boil hues, apply wax, and dye fabrics, creating the brightly colored, intricately patterned clothing that’s typical of St. Kitts. After taking in the process, browse the wide selection of wraps, dresses, men’s shirts, bandanas, bags, wall hangings, and more, which are among the most desired products in the Caribbean."
"Caribelle Batik The ancient art of wax-resist dyeing reaches a whole new level at Caribelle Batik, located on Romney Manor. At the factory, you can watch artists as they boil hues, apply wax, and dye fabrics, creating the brightly colored, intricately patterned clothing that’s typical of St. Kitts. After taking in the process, browse the wide selection of wraps, dresses, men’s shirts, bandanas, bags, wall hangings, and more, which are among the most desired products in the Caribbean."
On a cruise, we stopped by St Kitts and got a driver to take us around the island. This was one of his suggestions, so we drove up the small, rough rainforest road. As we drive up, we see the ~500 year old tree. It was $3/per person to walk the grounds and it is well worth it. There are some beautiful landscapes that have views of the ocean below. After spending time feeling crammed on a cruise boat, it was finally nice to sit on a bench under this huge tree and hear nothing but nature around. The tapestries they made were beautiful and impressive. They are building a new viewing deck a little higher, but the views over the sugar mill were a different view than you get down by the beach to see the rainforest hills. Carib beers and rum punch are a little more expensive, but were refreshing on a warm summer day. I highly suggest stopping here if you are on the island for some peace and quiet time.
Ede Marshall
Google
Beautiful hand done batik. Very friendly staff. Colorful well kept grounds. Clean bathroom. There are nice chairs inside and out for men to wait and relax.
It is right next to the Rum distillery
Saskia Fox
Google
Check website for opening times and days! Out of peak periods it is shut on weekends!
Beautiful, bright, varied, manicured gardens with views and small paths in the rainforest.
It only takes around 30 minutes to walk around and see everything, but there is a bar and really nice gift shop if you want to relax and spend more time there.
Staff were all very friendly and helpful.
There is stairs in a few places, so those with mobility issues may struggle a bit.
Car parking but free but drive super slow as the road is very bumpy and uneven to access.
Loved it here - like a small slice of paradise.
Cheryl E
Google
Caribelle Batik Plantation was another stop. We were able to see how beautiful batiks are made. Now I gave understanding as to why batik fabrics are so expensive. The grounds are stunning! The road to the plantation was very narrow and curvy.
Randy Slack
Google
The grounds are amazingly beautiful. Great for photo ops. There is a small entrance fee (I don't remember how much), but it's worth it. Learn a little about the history of St. Kitts and Nevis, sit and have a drink, and enjoy the scenery.
Get there early before the crowds. especially if there's a cruise ship in port.
Chay Jay
Google
When we got here at 4pm it was already closed, very disappointed. But we were still able to see part of the grounds and it was beautiful. Lots of great photo ops, but we didn't stay. I wish I had taken a panoramic video. We will definitely come back when it's open.
Mark Smith
Google
Beautiful wearable and traditional works of art displayed in a historical manor and lush gardens. Artists demonstrate how their skills are used to make these vividly colored prints. The gardens and surrounding grounds are just as colorful. Small entrance fee well worth the price.
Rodney Klein
Google
So this was my wife and daughters favorite star. It had a beautiful location, wonderfully nice people and a very interesting demonstration on how they make their products when you get there. They say they charge admission but they didn’t. When you get there you walk through these beautiful grounds with flowers and beautiful views of the water. This is a must do for Saint kits. It is not cheap but the products are well worth their while. My wife has worn their outfits every day which since we arrive. They only sell their stuff at their main store which is this location and one near the port where the cruise ships come in. But this is the big store where they do the demonstration. It is a must see! Bring your wallet. The colors of their fabric are very vibrant. And we wash them while we were here at our room and they wash very nicely. They get softer the more you wash them.