La Samanna, A Belmond Hotel, St Martin
St Martin
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Character and identity
Set on the westernmost tip of St Martin's French side, this 83-room beach resort wraps the southeastern edge of Baie Longue, a long sweep of white sand widely held to be the island's most beautiful. The architecture reads Mediterranean rather than Caribbean: whitewashed adobe walls, clean lines, airy rooms (some with private plunge pools). Bamboo beach cabanas come with sofa beds, WiFi and a dedicated waiter all day. Three tennis courts, a fitness centre with Pilates and yoga, a spa and non-motorised watersports round out the offer. Service is unusually personal, with staff who have been here since opening four decades ago.
Who's it for
Best for:
Couples chasing a quiet, glamorous-but-barefoot Caribbean stay with a strong beach, attentive long-tenured staff and easy access to snorkelling. Repeat-guest energy is high, particularly at Christmas. Families are welcomed too, with a kids' camp, nanny service and pool-safety bracelets, so multigenerational groups work.
Should look elsewhere:
Travellers who want a buzzy resort scene, multiple restaurants within walking distance, casinos or nightlife should book closer to Simpson Bay. Anyone expecting a contemporary design-hotel aesthetic may find the Mediterranean look more classic than cutting-edge.
Bottom line
The draw here is the beach and the seclusion: Baie Longue is exceptional, and the resort has it largely to itself, with Simpson Bay only ten minutes away when you want noise. Spend on a beachfront room or pool suite, reserve a bamboo cabana for at least one day, and consider the festive season if you want to see why so many guests keep coming back.
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What this place offers
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi in public areas
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Table service
- Room service
- Breakfast
- Breakfast buffet
- Credit cards
- Cash