Overview

Impeccable style, world-class facilities and a heady dose of glamour make this French Caribbean resort a true A-list destination.

Gallic spirit meets Caribbean soul in this Orient-Express resort in the French West Indies, patronised by celebrities and consistently on the hot lists of the world’s best travel magazines. The resort is just 15 minutes from Marigot, the capital of St Martin, and has a breathtaking cliffside location with 55 acres of lush grounds and a private beach that’s one of the best in the Caribbean.

Accommodation: 81 Rooms and Suites

Accommodation

Rooms, one- to three-bedroom suites and villas are luxurious but friendly, designed to be a home from home with design accents that reflect the island’s Creole culture and French influences. All have wonderful sea views with a spacious balcony or terrace, some suites have a plunge pool, rooftop solarium and the full gamut of gadgets.

One of five specialty suites, the Baie Rouge Suite offers the most magnificent view of the pool and Caribbean Sea at the hotel. It is truly one of the finest hotel suites in the Caribbean. This fully air-conditioned suite has an octagonal living room with views in all directions from its wrap-around terrace. The bedroom also has its own private terrace facing the sea and has been fully decorated in Caribbean colors and comfort.

Restaurants & Bars

The elegance of La Samanna's rooms and suites is complemented by the tempting variety of its cuisine, an irresistible combination of French and Caribbean specialties enhanced by one of the most extensive wine collections in the Caribbean.

Enjoy gourmet dishes in the resort's elegant Restaurant, lunch at The Grill, or dine in total privacy on your own terrace, courtesy of 24-hour Room Service. Also don't forget to visit the beautiful bars.

Recreation

As you would expect, La Samanna has superb leisure facilities: two freshwater pools, championship tennis courts, a full-service spa, fitness centre and Pilates studio.

Yoga classes, watersports and sailing are also available.