French West Indies Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Panoramic view of the bay of Marigot with luxury yachts and boats in the harbor, Caribbean island of Saint Martin (Sint Maarten), French West Indies header
Panoramic view of the bay of Marigot with luxury yachts and boats in the harbor, Caribbean island of Saint Martin (Sint Maarten), French West Indies header
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La Grande Anse des Salines in Martinique. Much better in the morning as it can be pretty crowded later in the day. #LifeAtExpedia #BeachBound

Where to stay in French West Indies

Panoramic view of Pointe du Bout beach near the village of Trois-Ilets in Martinique. FWI

Pointe du Bout

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting Pointe du Bout, you might make a stop by sights like Pointe du Bout Beach and Anse Mitan.

Pointe du Bout
Saint-Jean showing a small town or village

Saint-Jean

When in Saint-Jean, you can plan a visit to St. Jean Beach and Gustavia Harbor, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Saint-Jean
Saint Barth beach, French West Indies

Lurin

While Lurin isn't home to many top sights, Gustavia Harbor and St. Jean Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Lurin
St Barts is a small territory of France located in the Leeward Islands at the northeastern corner of the Caribbean Sea. The Gustavia Lighthouse is located on a hill at the historic Fort Gustave overlooking Gustavia harbor on the west side of the island. The island has an identity crisis and can be called St.-Barthélemy, St. Barths, or St. Barts depending on who you are talking to and how fancy they are. It caters to a well-heeled clientele and the marina is jam packed with fabulous Yachts.

Public

While visiting Public, you might make a stop by sights like Plage de Public and Fort Gustave.

Public
Aerial view of Fort Fleur d'epee, Bas du Fort, Le Gosier, Grande-Terre, Guadeloupe, Lesser Antilles, Caribbean.

Bas du Fort

If you're spending some time in Bas du Fort, Plage de Bas-du-Fort and Fort fleur d'épée are top sights worth seeing.

Bas du Fort
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Les Jalna

Les Jalna might not have many top sights, but House of Sugar and Pointe de la Vatable are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Les Jalna
Hommage Hotel & Residences

Hommage Hotel & Residences

Route des Terres Basses BP 172 Nettle Bay
The price is ฿9,196 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
฿9,196
฿9,564 total
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Nettle Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (616 reviews)
adequate. area is not the best. but far worse close by.

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Hommage Hotel & Residences
Esmeralda Resort

Esmeralda Resort

4 out of 5
B.P. 5141, Baie Orientale Orient Bay
The price is ฿15,035 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
฿15,035
฿15,636 total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Orient Bay. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (502 reviews)
The staff was great; rooms are spacious but a bit outdated.

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Esmeralda Resort
Grand Case Beach Club

Grand Case Beach Club

4 out of 5
21 Rue de Petite Plage Grand Case
The price is ฿13,939 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
฿13,939
฿16,030 total
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Grand Case. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
fabulous beach, great snorkelling, amazing view

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Grand Case Beach Club
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Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences le Salako

Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences le Salako

3 out of 5
10 rue Pointe de la Verdure Le Gosier
Stay at this beach residence in Le Gosier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (553 reviews)
Excellent room. Good restaurants

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences le Salako
Anse Marcel

Anse Marcel

26 Rue de Lonvilliers Anse Marcel
Stay at this beach hotel in Anse Marcel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Orient Bay Beach and Grand Case Beach are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (23 reviews)
We had an excellent time at Anse Marcel. Phenomenal staff. 10/10!

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Anse Marcel
Village St Anne Pierre & Vacances

Village St Anne Pierre & Vacances

3 out of 5
Seo La Pointe de Helleux Sainte-Anne
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Sainte-Anne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Village St Anne Pierre & Vacances
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Popular places to visit

Orient Bay Beach featuring a sandy beach, tropical scenes and general coastal views

Orient Bay Beach

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Orient Bay Beach, a popular beach in Orient Bay. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Orient Bay Beach
Gustavia Harbor which includes a sunset and general coastal views

Gustavia Harbor

4/5(1 review)

Explore the waterfront in Gustavia with a trip to Gustavia Harbor. Stroll along the beaches or visit the spas in this romantic area.

Gustavia Harbor
Ponton du terminal croisières dans le centre ville de Fort-de-France.

Cruise Terminal

4/5(2 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Fort-de-France with a trip to Cruise Terminal. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Cruise Terminal
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Grand Case Beach

3.5/5(3 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Grand Case Beach during your travels in Grand Case? Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Grand Case Beach
The private cove beach on the north part of St Martin

Anse Marcel Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Anse Marcel Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Anse Marcel. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Anse Marcel Beach
Sunset over Pearl beach

Pearl Beach

5/5(7 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Pearl Beach during your travels in Rifflet?

Pearl Beach

Cities near French West Indies

Guadeloupe les Saintes la baie de Terre de Haut

Pointe-à-Pitre

Marigot showing a bay or harbor and night scenes

Marigot

Kim Sha Beach featuring a sunset and general coastal views

Simpson Bay

Gustavia featuring a bay or harbor, a coastal town and general coastal views

Gustavia