Popular Areas

Every corner of the island has a different mood

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Gustavia

Harbor life, duty-free boutiques, and waterfront dining.

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St Jean

Beach clubs, water sports, and the island’s social hub.

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Pointe Milou

Clifftop villas and some of the island’s best sunsets.

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Gouverneur & Lurin

Secluded, wild beaches and total privacy.

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Featured Hotels

A handful of the island’s finest

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St Jean Beach

Eden Rock St Barths

★★★★★ · Iconic beachfront

Theatrical suites, beach-bar energy, and the island’s most storied address.

From $750per night
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Grand Cul-de-Sac

Le Sereno

★★★★★ · Design icon

Liaigre-designed suites on a calm lagoon beach — quiet, minimalist luxury.

From $900per night
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Flamands Beach

Cheval Blanc Isle de France

★★★★★ · LVMH collection

Garden cottages and suites on one of the island’s calmest, longest beaches.

From $1,500per night
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Grand Cul-de-Sac

Le Barthélemy Hotel & Spa

★★★★★ · Modern luxury

Overwater-style bungalows and a Michelin-caliber table on the lagoon.

From $1,200per night
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Best Beaches

14 beaches, each a different world

Filter by vibe — secluded, social, family-friendly, or wild.

Secluded

Colombier

Boat or 25-minute trail only. Sea turtles, crystalline water, zero crowds.

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Wild

Gouverneur

Dramatic hills, turquoise water, and no beach vendors in sight.

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Social

St Jean Bay

The island’s social hub — beach clubs, boutiques, water sports.

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Things To Do

30 elite experiences, one island

From hiking trails to beach clubs to duty-free shopping.

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Hiking Trails

Clifftop paths, filtered by difficulty and hiker type.

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Beach Clubs

Nikki Beach, Shellona, Do Brazil — the sunbed scene.

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Spas & Wellness

Search and compare the island’s top spa experiences.

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All Experiences

The full guide — 30 elite things to do on the island.

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Restaurant Guide

A French island in the tropics

Maya’s has fed the island’s visitors for 30 years. Le Gaiac offers the most romantic clifftop table on the Atlantic side. Search and filter every table on the island by cuisine.

Yacht Charter

The Caribbean’s most glamorous anchorage

Day charters, the St Barth Bucket Regatta, and a harbor that fills with more superyachts per square meter than Monaco in high season.

Plan Interactively

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Trip Planner

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A short quiz on your group, mood, and priorities — get matched to the villa style that suits you best.

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From the Journal

Latest travel guides

Insider knowledge from people who know this island deeply.

Beaches

7 Most Jaw-Dropping Beaches, Ranked by Locals

We ranked all 22 so you don’t waste a golden hour on the wrong stretch of sand.

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Insider Tips

9 Things Nobody Tells You Before Your First Trip

The terrifying airport landing, the secret sunscreen, and the best €20 picnic.

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Itinerary

The Perfect 24 Hours in St. Barts

A minute-by-minute itinerary from dawn at Gouverneur to dancing at Le Ti.

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Frequently Asked

Quick answers before you go

When is the best time to visit St Barts?

High season runs mid-December through April. Shoulder season (May–June, October–November) offers 40–50% lower villa and hotel rates.

How do you get to St Barts?

Via Sint Maarten (SXM) by small connecting flight, helicopter transfer, or ferry — the island’s short airstrip keeps crowds away by design.

Villa or hotel — which is right for me?

Groups and longer stays usually favor a villa with a private pool and staff. Couples and shorter stays often prefer a hotel’s built-in service and beach access.

Is St Barts worth the cost?

For travelers who value privacy and quality over crowds — yes. Villa costs split among a group often rival a single hotel suite elsewhere.

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