Situated 30 minutes from downtown Fort-de-France, the two-and-a-half Hotel Le Panoramic offers boutique accommodations on a quiet hilltop overlooking the village of Anse-a-l'Ane. As the birthplace of Josephine Bonaparte (former empress of France), the surrounding area is steeped in history and the hotel provides a basic -- though lovely -- jumping-off point for exploring. Each of its 36 rooms is modern and bright with modern amenities like free Wi-Fi, full kitchens, and private, water-view balconies. While there is no direct beachfront access, a free shuttle provides regular trips to the nearby village, water taxi terminal, and public beach. Check rates at Residence Hoteliere Les Cayalines for a cheaper -- though similarly appointed -- beachfront alternative.
Situated 30 minutes from downtown Fort-de-France, the two-and-a-half Hotel Le Panoramic offers boutique accommodations on a quiet hilltop overlooking the village of Anse-a-l'Ane. As the birthplace of Josephine Bonaparte (former empress of France), the surrounding area is steeped in history and the hotel provides a basic -- though lovely -- jumping-off point for exploring. Each of its 36 rooms is modern and bright with modern amenities like free Wi-Fi, full kitchens, and private, water-view balconies. While there is no direct beachfront access, a free shuttle provides regular trips to the nearby village, water taxi terminal, and public beach. Check rates at Residence Hoteliere Les Cayalines for a cheaper -- though similarly appointed -- beachfront alternative.
Hotel La Pagerie is a 95-room, upper middle-range boutique hotel built around a lagoon-style pool and flowering gardens. Its location in the heart of the colorful Village Creole puts guests within walking distance of shops and cafes, as well as the Marina of Pointe du Bout, where a ferry connects to Fort de France, Martinique's capital city, in 20 minutes. The hotel’s open-air lobby with a small cocktail bar and billiards table serves as the property’s gathering place for daytime lounging and mingling, and pre- and post-dinner cocktails. Scheduled evening events include local art exhibits, rum tastings, and floral-arranging demonstrations. Rooms, some of which have kitchenettes, have been updated, but they lack the coveted ocean views. Travelers seeking a hotel closer to the sand might want to consider La Bakoua, a larger hotel with rooms near the beach.
Hotel La Pagerie is a 95-room, upper middle-range boutique hotel built around a lagoon-style pool and flowering gardens. Its location in the heart of the colorful Village Creole puts guests within walking distance of shops and cafes, as well as the Marina of Pointe du Bout, where a ferry connects to Fort de France, Martinique's capital city, in 20 minutes. The hotel’s open-air lobby with a small cocktail bar and billiards table serves as the property’s gathering place for daytime lounging and mingling, and pre- and post-dinner cocktails. Scheduled evening events include local art exhibits, rum tastings, and floral-arranging demonstrations. Rooms, some of which have kitchenettes, have been updated, but they lack the coveted ocean views. Travelers seeking a hotel closer to the sand might want to consider La Bakoua, a larger hotel with rooms near the beach.
Hotel Corail Residence is a mid-range, budget-friendly beachfront hotel with residential flair. Set in a quiet location close to the intimate Anse Mabouyas beach, the hotel features a courtyard-style pool, a laid-back bar and lounge, and a variety of rooms and apartments with kitchenettes and outdoor dining space. While guests can listen to the the sounds of the crashing waves from their rooms, they must walk along a rocky dirt path (past large barking dogs) to reach the beach, and a car is needed to get to local restaurants. Those seeking more amenities might want to check out the larger Pierre and Vacances, also in Saint Luce.
Hotel Corail Residence is a mid-range, budget-friendly beachfront hotel with residential flair. Set in a quiet location close to the intimate Anse Mabouyas beach, the hotel features a courtyard-style pool, a laid-back bar and lounge, and a variety of rooms and apartments with kitchenettes and outdoor dining space. While guests can listen to the the sounds of the crashing waves from their rooms, they must walk along a rocky dirt path (past large barking dogs) to reach the beach, and a car is needed to get to local restaurants. Those seeking more amenities might want to check out the larger Pierre and Vacances, also in Saint Luce.
Residence Hoteliere Les Cayalines provides basic, two-pearl accommodations with just enough amenities for self-catering travelers in Saint Luce in Martinique's south. The unassuming entrance opens to surprisingly lush, impeccably maintained grounds filled with tall coconut palms and tropical flowers. The 64 rooms are clean and bright, with dated, no-frills decor and modern appointments including kitchenettes, flat-screen TVs, and private balconies. There are few common amenities, except for a small pool and private access to an adjacent beach. However, the public nature of the beach and spotty Wi-Fi access could discourage some guests. For a bit more, Hotel Le Panoramic offers similar amenities and modern rooms, however, it lacks direct beach access.
Residence Hoteliere Les Cayalines provides basic, two-pearl accommodations with just enough amenities for self-catering travelers in Saint Luce in Martinique's south. The unassuming entrance opens to surprisingly lush, impeccably maintained grounds filled with tall coconut palms and tropical flowers. The 64 rooms are clean and bright, with dated, no-frills decor and modern appointments including kitchenettes, flat-screen TVs, and private balconies. There are few common amenities, except for a small pool and private access to an adjacent beach. However, the public nature of the beach and spotty Wi-Fi access could discourage some guests. For a bit more, Hotel Le Panoramic offers similar amenities and modern rooms, however, it lacks direct beach access.
The Pierre and Vacances Village Club is a sprawling 337-room, mid-range condominium resort that caters to families and active guests with amenities that range from water aerobics classes to Jet Skiing to scheduled entertainment at an outdoor amphitheater. The huge lagoon-style pool is the main attraction, offering plenty of lounge chairs, a hot tub, and a kids' pool. Three restaurants, a private stretch of white-sand beach, and clubs for kids and teens keep guests on-site. There's also a well-stocked market, a plus for self-catering guests who prefer to cook their own meals in the kitchenettes on the terraces of their rooms. While there's plenty to do, the hotel's generic French-Creole style lacks authenticity, and rooms are on the small side and could use some updating. Those seeking a more intimate and stylish property might consider the Hotel Plein Soleil.
The Pierre and Vacances Village Club is a sprawling 337-room, mid-range condominium resort that caters to families and active guests with amenities that range from water aerobics classes to Jet Skiing to scheduled entertainment at an outdoor amphitheater. The huge lagoon-style pool is the main attraction, offering plenty of lounge chairs, a hot tub, and a kids' pool. Three restaurants, a private stretch of white-sand beach, and clubs for kids and teens keep guests on-site. There's also a well-stocked market, a plus for self-catering guests who prefer to cook their own meals in the kitchenettes on the terraces of their rooms. While there's plenty to do, the hotel's generic French-Creole style lacks authenticity, and rooms are on the small side and could use some updating. Those seeking a more intimate and stylish property might consider the Hotel Plein Soleil.
The Relais and Chateau rated Le Cap Est Lagoon is Martinique's only true luxury resort; Le Cap delivers the services and style that other hotels on the island lack. Sleek Asian-inspired design paired with a secluded, gated location overlooking the Atlantic combine to create a sophisticated, serene setting. The 50 villas are spacious and private, offering separate living areas, outdoor showers, and terraces with plunge pools. An immaculate pool ringed with white lounge chairs and matching umbrellas, a beachfront restaurant, precise service, and a small spa contribute to Cap Est's luxe factor. All this comes at a price, however, and travelers seeking less-expensive but still stylish accommodations might consider Le Plein Soleil, also in Le Francois, or the Hotel Panoramic on the Caribbean coast.
The Relais and Chateau rated Le Cap Est Lagoon is Martinique's only true luxury resort; Le Cap delivers the services and style that other hotels on the island lack. Sleek Asian-inspired design paired with a secluded, gated location overlooking the Atlantic combine to create a sophisticated, serene setting. The 50 villas are spacious and private, offering separate living areas, outdoor showers, and terraces with plunge pools. An immaculate pool ringed with white lounge chairs and matching umbrellas, a beachfront restaurant, precise service, and a small spa contribute to Cap Est's luxe factor. All this comes at a price, however, and travelers seeking less-expensive but still stylish accommodations might consider Le Plein Soleil, also in Le Francois, or the Hotel Panoramic on the Caribbean coast.
Hotel Plein Soleil is an art-filled, 16-room, upper-middle-range boutique hotel set in an off-the-beaten-track location among lush, flowering grounds with views of the Bay of Thalémont. A young chef trained under star-chef Alain Ducasse heads the stylish restaurant while an attentive staff caters to guests, mostly families and couples, who prefer to hide away in rooms and suites set in five colorful Caribbean-Creole style villas, some with private pools and terraces with kitchenettes. The main house offers a relaxed residential feel with plush seating and stark white walls that showcase the owner's carefully curated, eclectic collection of artwork. Those seeking more amenities such as a spa and a beachfront location may prefer the nearby Cap Est Lagoon Resort and Spa.
Hotel Plein Soleil is an art-filled, 16-room, upper-middle-range boutique hotel set in an off-the-beaten-track location among lush, flowering grounds with views of the Bay of Thalémont. A young chef trained under star-chef Alain Ducasse heads the stylish restaurant while an attentive staff caters to guests, mostly families and couples, who prefer to hide away in rooms and suites set in five colorful Caribbean-Creole style villas, some with private pools and terraces with kitchenettes. The main house offers a relaxed residential feel with plush seating and stark white walls that showcase the owner's carefully curated, eclectic collection of artwork. Those seeking more amenities such as a spa and a beachfront location may prefer the nearby Cap Est Lagoon Resort and Spa.
The two-pearl Hotel Fregate Bleue is a simple, budget option that's a 10-minute drive outside the tiny town of Le Francois on Martinique's east coast. The garden-style pool and tiny adjacent restaurant and bar are lovely and modern, but the eclectic decor elsewhere and slightly shabby rooms leave a bit to be desired. Each of the 16 rooms features different amenities and all look a bit unkempt, despite homey furniture and generally bright interiors. Flat-screen TVs and mini-fridges are standard, and upgraded quarters offer kitchenettes, lofts with additional beds, and ocean-view balconies or patios. While a bit pricier, the nearby, three-pearl Hotel Plein Soleil offers more modern rooms and common areas, plus a gourmet restaurant.
The two-pearl Hotel Fregate Bleue is a simple, budget option that's a 10-minute drive outside the tiny town of Le Francois on Martinique's east coast. The garden-style pool and tiny adjacent restaurant and bar are lovely and modern, but the eclectic decor elsewhere and slightly shabby rooms leave a bit to be desired. Each of the 16 rooms features different amenities and all look a bit unkempt, despite homey furniture and generally bright interiors. Flat-screen TVs and mini-fridges are standard, and upgraded quarters offer kitchenettes, lofts with additional beds, and ocean-view balconies or patios. While a bit pricier, the nearby, three-pearl Hotel Plein Soleil offers more modern rooms and common areas, plus a gourmet restaurant.
Le Village de la Pointe is basic, two-pearl hotel near the quiet, beachfront town of Le Vauclin. As the hotel targets self-catering travelers, amenities are limited to a pool and small bar/snack shack. The 80 rooms are sparsely decorated and furnished with curious decor that's one-part haphazard cabin and two-parts IKEA. All offer full kitchens, large porches, and free Wi-Fi. The surrounding area appears in a perpetual state of construction. However, local restaurants and bars are all within a five- to 10-minute walk of the property, as is the beach (though it's not the nicest for swimming). While pricier, nearby HOTEL CAP MACABOU offers fancier accommodations with a great Creole restaurant and a beautiful pool, and may be worth a look.
Le Village de la Pointe is basic, two-pearl hotel near the quiet, beachfront town of Le Vauclin. As the hotel targets self-catering travelers, amenities are limited to a pool and small bar/snack shack. The 80 rooms are sparsely decorated and furnished with curious decor that's one-part haphazard cabin and two-parts IKEA. All offer full kitchens, large porches, and free Wi-Fi. The surrounding area appears in a perpetual state of construction. However, local restaurants and bars are all within a five- to 10-minute walk of the property, as is the beach (though it's not the nicest for swimming). While pricier, nearby HOTEL CAP MACABOU offers fancier accommodations with a great Creole restaurant and a beautiful pool, and may be worth a look.
Situated on Martinique’s quiet southern Atlantic coast, the two-and-a-half-pearl HOTEL CAP MACABOU offers lovely water views and a nice list of amenities in a pleasantly rustic package. Its most notable feature is a large, central sundeck with a beautiful pool, Creole restaurant, and a poolside bar surrounded by Caribbean greenery. Decor in the 48 rooms is simple and includes lots of hardwood details; all offer flat-screen TVs plus private, outdoor balconies with modern kitchenettes. The poor Wi-Fi reception and lack of attractions in the immediate area are a bit disappointing, as is the lack of a swimmable beach. Travelers looking to save a little more money but be right on the beach, should check rates at Le Village de la Pointe, which offers basic seaside accommodations for less.
Situated on Martinique’s quiet southern Atlantic coast, the two-and-a-half-pearl HOTEL CAP MACABOU offers lovely water views and a nice list of amenities in a pleasantly rustic package. Its most notable feature is a large, central sundeck with a beautiful pool, Creole restaurant, and a poolside bar surrounded by Caribbean greenery. Decor in the 48 rooms is simple and includes lots of hardwood details; all offer flat-screen TVs plus private, outdoor balconies with modern kitchenettes. The poor Wi-Fi reception and lack of attractions in the immediate area are a bit disappointing, as is the lack of a swimmable beach. Travelers looking to save a little more money but be right on the beach, should check rates at Le Village de la Pointe, which offers basic seaside accommodations for less.