Title: Visit French West Indies: Best of French West Indies Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com [Hotels in French West Indies](https://expedia.com/French-West-Indies-Hotels.d6023550.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in French West Indies](https://expedia.com/French-West-Indies-Vacation-Rentals.d6023550.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to French West Indies](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-French-West-Indies.d6023550.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in French West Indies](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-French-West-Indies.d6023550.Car-Rental-Guide)[French West Indies Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/French-West-Indies.d6023550.Destination-Travel-Guides) # French West Indies ## Travel 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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6023550/afe126f0-8e28-4ba3-bca2-b241aad0348f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6023550/afe126f0-8e28-4ba3-bca2-b241aad0348f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![0_439087](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6023550/9679dd46-812c-4ab9-bc14-0f1dc3d06ab1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Love Martinique. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6024025/cbfba4d8-3841-4c6c-992b-7d33260c9fae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![La Grande Anse des Salines in Martinique. Much better in the morning as it can be pretty crowded later in the day. #LifeAtExpedia #BeachBound](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500166/486218cc-372d-4dc7-839f-5d201ca12e81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit French West Indies Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in French West Indies ![There are many beautiful places in Martinique. One of those we visited was Pointe du Bout. We took a ferry from Fort de France to get there. Located in South West coast of Martinique it has many restaurants and other shops and you can enjoy the beach. Check out the fun day we had in Fort de France, Martinique and Point du Bout. http://travelwith2ofus.com/this-is-what-a-fun-day-in-fort-de-france-martinique-is-like.php #Martinique #Caribbean #Springfun #Vacation #Travel #Photo #TravelPhotography #Travelpics #Wanderlust #Sailboat #Marina #FrenchCaribbean #Islands #boats #beach #FortDeFrance #PointeDuBout #photograph](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976394596/2c8ce7ac-1a90-4043-99ca-0420a7c1e82c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Pointe du Bout 4.5/5(5 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Pointe du Bout, Pointe du Bout Beach and Anse Mitan are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Trois-Ilets-Pointe-Du-Bout.dx553248635976394596) ![Saint-Jean showing a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975749699/1b34564f-5a6e-4036-aaec-a81cc32cb13f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Saint-Jean 4/5(6 area reviews) When in Saint-Jean, you can plan a visit to St. Jean Beach and Gustavia Harbor, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.com/St-Barthelemy-Saint-Jean.dx553248635975749699) ![Saint Barth beach, French West Indies](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975752090/abc1b370-61cf-4025-b1a3-ab3fde62c2fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lurin Lurin might not have many top sights, but Gustavia Harbor and St. Jean Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.com/St-Barthelemy-Lurin.dx553248635975752090) ![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.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975750055/c2f152f2-288e-42bb-b012-e67bc78b599b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Public While visiting Public, you might make a stop by sights like Plage de Public and Fort Gustave. [](https://expedia.com/St-Barthelemy-Public.dx553248635975750055) ![Aerial view of Fort Fleur d'epee, Bas du Fort, Le Gosier, Grande-Terre, Guadeloupe, Lesser Antilles, Caribbean.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007863/8264afd5-5047-4baa-8b25-2bcfd4e13596.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bas du Fort 4/5(4 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Bas du Fort, Fort fleur d'épée and Plage de Bas-du-Fort are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Le-Gosier-Bas-Du-Fort.dx553248635976007863) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Morne de Dépoudré Morne de Dépoudré might not have many top sights, but St. Jean Beach and Lorient Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.com/St-Barthelemy-Morne-De-Depoudre.dx553248635975749647) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/French-West-Indies.dx6023550.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neighborhoods) - French West Indies Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in French West Indies ![Hommage Hotel & Residences](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35380000/35372900/35372844/cf07679d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hommage Hotel & Residences Route des Terres Basses BP 172 Nettle Bay $283 nightly $294 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this spa hotel in Nettle Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (576 reviews) Room and staff was ok Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F8%2F2026&endDate=3%2F9%2F2026&selected=35372844&PinnedHotelID=35372844&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6023550) ![Esmeralda Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24664/be01c4d4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Esmeralda Resort B.P. 5141, Baie Orientale Orient Bay $483 nightly $502 total Mar 2 - Mar 3 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Orient Bay. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (486 reviews) Everything was perfect! Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F2%2F2026&endDate=3%2F3%2F2026&selected=24664&PinnedHotelID=24664&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6023550) ![Grand Case Beach Club](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/886400/886307/ae480e2f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grand Case Beach Club 21 Rue de Petite Plage Grand Case $490 nightly $507 total Feb 12 - Feb 13 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Grand Case. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews) Great location walk to the town fir fine dinning nite life 15 min ftom irient beach Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F12%2F2026&endDate=2%2F13%2F2026&selected=886307&PinnedHotelID=886307&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6023550) [See all 15,989 properties in French West Indies](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F8%2F2026&endDate=2%2F9%2F2026®ionId=6023550) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences le Salako](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/894400/894348/d7adb221_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences le Salako 10 rue Pointe de la Verdure Le Gosier Book a stay at this beach residence in Le Gosier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 7.4/10 Good! (524 reviews) Clean room, friendly staff and good breakfast. Wifi didn’t work in the room or anywhere else in the hotel! Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Le-Gosier-Hotels-Zenitude-Hotel-Residences-Le-Salako.h894348.Hotel-Information) ![Anse Marcel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120120000/120115000/120114995/cd7cb9bb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Anse Marcel 26 Rue de Lonvilliers Anse Marcel Book a stay at this beach hotel in Anse Marcel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Orient Bay Beach and Grand Case Beach ... 6.8/10 (13 reviews) Beautiful unit , nice view very attentive concierge Ryan was a great host. Unit could use more hooks and tankless hot eater heater has limitations but the studio condo had all we needed for our two week stay, cooked some meals and went out for others. You need a rental car to stay here if touring ... Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Anse-Marcel-Hotels-Anse-Marcel-Cove-Suites.h120114995.Hotel-Information) ![Village St Anne Pierre & Vacances](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/909100/909054/11c822e8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Village St Anne Pierre & Vacances Seo La Pointe de Helleux Sainte-Anne Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Sainte-Anne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 7.4/10 Good! (585 reviews) Everything was great : - the room, the restaurants, the réception, the pool, the excursion services, the activities offered and the employees were very polite and professional Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Sainte-Anne-Hotels-Village-Pierre-Vacances-Sainte-Anne.h909054.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in French West Indies](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6023550&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.com/Orient-Bay-Beach-Orient-Bay.d6005110.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ponton du terminal croisières dans le centre ville de Fort-de-France.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635146436920/10fd2d82-e9f7-4566-ad08-a5bf649c2266.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cruise Terminal 3.5/5(42 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. [](https://expedia.com/Cruise-Terminal-Fort-de-France.d553248635146436920.Vacation-Attraction) ![Gustavia Harbor which includes a sunset and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6121020/bcb42007-4b4f-42f5-a4f2-389cb92f772c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gustavia Harbor 4.5/5(128 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Gustavia with a trip to Gustavia Harbor. Stroll along the beaches or visit the spas in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.com/Gustavia-Harbor-St-Barthelemy.d6121020.Vacation-Attraction) ![Grand Case Beach, St Martin, Caribbean; Shutterstock ID 280795748; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621593437349/437bc5e2-82ea-42fc-9d11-180868b66cb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Grand Case Beach 4/5(287 reviews) Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Grand Case Beach during your travels in Grand Case? Discover the beautiful sunsets and charming cafes in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.com/Grand-Case-Beach-Grand-Case.d553248621593437349.Vacation-Attraction) ![The private cove beach on the north part of St Martin](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180588/62ad9960-751f-4700-948a-09de52152ce9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Anse Marcel Beach 4/5(49 reviews) If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Anse Marcel Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Anse Marcel. While in this romantic area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Anse-Marcel-Beach-Anse-Marcel.d6073153.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sunset over Pearl beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621560056232/dbf667e0-dc90-4a89-a246-dc90dfce9125.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pearl Beach 4.5/5(21 reviews) Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Pearl Beach during your travels in Rifflet? 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