Everything St. Barth — The Ultimate Guide to Saint-Barthélemy
Restaurants, beaches, hotels, villas, exclusive experiences and events — everything to live St Barts like an insider. The ultimate bilingual guide to Saint-Barthélemy.
All of St. Barth, by category
- Restaurants & Bars : From fine-dining tables to beach clubs, the best addresses to eat and drink.
- Hotels & Resorts : The most luxurious hotels and resorts on the island.
- Villas & Rentals : Private villas with pools for a bespoke stay.
- Beaches : The island's beaches, from the liveliest to the most secret.
- Water Sports : Kitesurf, diving, sailing, fishing — everything the sea offers.
- Shopping & Boutiques : Duty-free, haute couture, jewelry and local creations.
- Groceries : Supermarkets, neighborhood grocers, wine cellars and bakeries around the island.
- Wellness & Spa : Luxury spas, massages, yoga and premium treatments.
- Nightlife : Bars, clubs and parties — St. Barth doesn't sleep at night.
- Practical Services : Transport, car rental, harbor, airport and essential services.
- Art & Culture : Galleries, the Wall House museum, Creole architecture and Swedish heritage.
News
- The St. Barth Gourmet Festival Returns November 5-9 : Michelin-starred chefs, gala dinners and masterclasses: the island's biggest food event returns in early November, spread across several restaurants and hotels
The finest addresses
- Space Gallery St Barth : Gustavia, Contemporary art gallery in Gustavia's Carré d'Or, showing international artists and the art partner of Eden Rock.
- Cheval Blanc St-Barth Isle de France : Flamands, St. Barth's only 'Palace'-rated hotel, set on Flamands beach. An LVMH maison of quiet elegance with a Guerlain spa.
- Eden Rock Hotel : Saint-Jean, Iconic hotel built on a rock overlooking St. Jean beach. Unique rooms and art everywhere.
- Fouquet's Saint-Barth : Gustavia, The former Hôtel Barrière Le Carl Gustaf, now Fouquet's. Perched above Gustavia, with views over the harbour and the yachts.
- Hotel Christopher & Spa : Pointe Milou, Luxury hotel in Pointe Milou with a Sisley spa, infinity pool and panoramic Atlantic views.
- Le Sereno : Grand Cul de Sac, Contemporary design hotel in Grand Cul de Sac by Christian Liaigre. Minimalist elegance facing the lagoon.
Beaches
- Plage de St. Jean : St. Barth's liveliest beach, split into two coves by a rocky outcrop. Calm water, beach clubs, and the airport as a backdrop for spectacular
- Plage de Gouverneur : One of the island's most beautiful beaches, long, wild and pristine. Reached via a winding road, it sits in a natural cove of immaculate whi
- Plage de Saline : A traditionally naturist beach far from everything, reached on foot across the old salt ponds. The most iconic choice for free spirits and l
- Anse des Flamands : A wide northern beach of fine sand and turquoise water. The broadest on St. Barth, lined by a few hotels and offering a magnificent view ove
- Plage de Colombier : The most secret and pristine beach on St. Barth. Reachable only on foot (about 30-45 min from Flamands) or by boat. Total seclusion in a wil
- Grand Cul-de-Sac : A natural lagoon sheltered by a coral reef. Perfect for kitesurfing, windsurfing and swimming in calm, shallow water. Lined with restaurants
- Plage de Lorient : The village beach of Lorient — accessible and authentic. A local favorite, with good surf on the eastern side and a peaceful, family-friendl
- Petit Cul-de-Sac : A small, quiet cove of turquoise water with few visitors. Ideal for snorkeling, with a coral reef nearby and sheltered natural pools.
- Shell Beach : A unique shell beach in Gustavia, steps from the shops and restaurants. The harbor's only beach: little sand but thousands of seashells, per
- Anse de Toiny : A wild Atlantic-coast beach with powerful waves, nicknamed the 'wild coast'. Not for swimming, but stunning for its scenery and the setting
Neighborhoods
- Gustavia : The capital and harbor of Saint-Barthélemy. Around the horseshoe-shaped port you’ll find the island’s duty-free luxury boutiques, galleries,
- Saint-Jean : The island’s beach hub, stretched along Saint-Jean bay next to the Rémy de Haenen airport runway. A lively beach, beach clubs, iconic hotels
- Lorient : A historic village on the north coast, set around its church and a beach loved by surfers and families alike. It is also one of the island’s
- Flamands : On the northwest coast, one of the island’s longest white-sand beaches, lined with hotels and villas. The coastal trail to Colombier bay sta
- Colombier : The island’s westernmost neighborhood, set on the heights with spectacular views over the neighboring islets. Its beach, reachable only on f
- Public : Between Gustavia and Corossol, a practical seaside neighborhood: a quiet little beach plus everyday shops and services.
- Anse des Cayes : A quiet bay between Flamands and Saint-Jean, popular with surfers, with a residential hillside village feel.
- Grande Saline : On the south coast, behind the old salt ponds that give it its name, Saline beach is one of the island’s most famous — wild, building-free,
- Grand Cul-de-Sac : A wide, shallow reef-protected lagoon on the east side of the island: the go-to spot for watersports (kitesurf, paddle), lined with hotels a
- Petit Cul-de-Sac : The smaller cove next to Grand Cul-de-Sac, more secluded: a calm lagoon ringed by villas, ideal for a quiet swim.
- Pointe Milou : A residential point facing the open ocean, famous for its sunsets and ocean-front evenings. No beach here, but some of the island’s finest v
- Toiny : The wild southeast coast: cliffs, trade winds and Toiny’s surf break. A preserved end-of-the-road corner of the island, away from the buzz.
Exclusive experiences
- Private Chef at Your Villa : A Michelin-trained chef comes to your villa for a private gourmet dinner. Bespoke menu, wine pairings and full service.
- Sunset Catamaran Cruise : Sail around St. Barth at sunset aboard a beautiful catamaran. Champagne, a cheese platter and a sunset seen from the sea.
- Discovery Dive — Coral Reef : Explore St. Barth's underwater world with a certified instructor. Coral reefs, sea turtles and tropical fish.
- Island Helicopter Tour : Fly over the Caribbean's most beautiful scenery in a private helicopter. Breathtaking views of the beaches, yachts and the island.
- Kitesurf Lessons — Grand Cul de Sac Lagoon : Learn to kitesurf in the turquoise lagoon of Grand Cul de Sac, one of the best beginner spots in the Caribbean.
- Beachside Massage at Sunset : A relaxing massage on the beach at sunset with the sound of the sea in the background. The ultimate wellness experience.
- Private Jeep Island Tour : Discover every corner of St. Barth in a 4x4 with a local guide. Creole villages, secret viewpoints and hidden beaches.
- Sunrise Beach Photo Session : A professional photo session at sunrise on the most beautiful beaches. Unforgettable memories of your stay in St. Barth.
Calendar
- St. Barth Gourmet Festival : 2026-11-05 → 2026-11-09, Divers restaurants & hôtels
- Christmas in Gustavia : 2026-12-18 → 2027-01-02, Gustavia
- New Year's Eve : 2026-12-31, Toute l'île
- St. Barth Music Festival : 2027-01-12 → 2027-01-22, Divers lieux de l'île
- St. Barth Carnival : 2027-02-08 → 2027-02-10, Gustavia
- The Bucket Regatta : 2027-03-17 → 2027-03-21, Gustavia & eaux de Saint-Barth
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