It’s an outpost of France in the Caribbean, and Guadeloupe is a fascinating blend of Creole and French cultures, of metropolitan development and untouched rainforests. While it’s long been off the radar of even the most in-the-know Caribbean travelers, the five-island archipelago of Guadeloupe has been rising in renown in the last few years thanks in large part to new flights from the mainland U.S. on European carrier Norwegian Air.
Luckily, the archipelago also has a host of unique hotels and resorts always in tune with its own distinct Caribbean beat. Here are the best hotels in Guadeloupe.
La Toubana
Guadeloupe’s premier hotel, La Toubana is a luxurious, voluptuous property on the edge of the bohemian beach town of Sainte-Anne consisting of 32 bungalows and 12 luxury suites. And when you leave the hotel you can experience one of the Caribbean’s food truck capitals right on the beach in town. This is the best hotel in Guadeloupe. Book Now.
Auberge de la Vieille Tour
The views from this hotel in Gosier are stunning, from the hills of Basse-Terre to Ilet Gosier. This beachfront hotel also has one of Guadeloupe’s best restaurants and a wonderful hotel bar. It’s worth the stay for its breakfast alone. Book Now.
Langley Resort Fort Royal
This could be the coolest hotel in Guadeloupe — a laid-back resort on a beautiful beach in the fishing village of Deshaies. Langley also includes 82 bungalows, meaning it doubles as a family-friendly resort and a couples getaway. It’s also the best place from which to experience Deshaies, now famous as the filming location of the BBC series Death in Paradise. Book Now.
La Creole Beach Hotel and Spa
La Creole Beach is a warm but sleek property set on a beautiful stretch of the Gosier area. Blessed with a terrific hotel bar and abundant watersports, it’s the place for a classic vacation in Guadeloupe’s Grande-Terre. Book Now.
Tendacayou
Eco-chic is the name of the game at this boutique hotel and spa in the area of Deshaies. It’s a place to get away from it all, and the perfect retreat for those seeking a digital detox: no internet, no telephones and no televisions in the cabins.
Le Jardin Malanga
The island of Basse-Terre is all about nature, and Jardin Malanga is a hotel built perfectly into its local landscape. A wooded, lush escape in the hills with some pretty spectacular views of neighbouring islands. Book Now.
Club Med La Caravelle
Guadeloupe’s premier all-inclusive resort, it’s a beach getaway with abundant food and drink in a French department that excels at both.
La Rose du Bresil
This boutique property is located on the rum and sugar-producing island of Marie-Galante. It’s a charming mix of rooms, suites and bungalows. Marie-Galante is one of the Caribbean’s rum capitals, making this the perfect hotel for rum-loving travelers. Book Now.
LoBleu Hotel
This isn’t a luxurious hotel. It’s a simple, affordable, beachfront hotel on one of the most charming islands anywhere in the Caribbean: Terre de Haut. This property hearkens back to another time — you’ll wake up and feel you’re right inside a novel.
Les Petits Saints
A tiny jewel in the hills of Terre de Haut, this boutique property is funky, artsy and inviting. It’s small but charming and one of the great places to experience the wonders of Terre de Haut.
