Title: Visit French West Indies: Best of French West Indies Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com

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# 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)

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![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

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### Where to stay in French West Indies

![Panoramic view of Pointe du Bout beach near the village of Trois-Ilets in Martinique. FWI](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976394596/b6a11d73-7fba-4d07-911c-0a65cfa0d258.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)

![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)

![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)

![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)

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### 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)

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Hommage Hotel & Residences

Route des Terres Basses BP 172 Nettle Bay 

$285 nightly

$296 total

Feb 17 - Feb 18

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! (588 reviews)

Room was spotless and the staff was amazing - great team at the restaurant and wonderful food!!! also met the owner who was very friendly and we saw him working around the hotel as well. Pool was wonderful, and so lovely to walk around in the evening - all lit up in colours of red, green yellow. ...

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

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![Esmeralda Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24664/be01c4d4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Esmeralda Resort

B.P. 5141, Baie Orientale Orient Bay 

$466 nightly

$486 total

Mar 5 - Mar 6

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! (490 reviews)

Room was very clean!

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

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![Grand Case Beach Club](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/886400/886307/ae480e2f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Grand Case Beach Club

21 Rue de Petite Plage Grand Case 

$490 nightly

$507 total

Mar 6 - Mar 7

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

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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! (528 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)

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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 (14 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)

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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)

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## Check French West Indies hotel availability

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### Popular places to visit

![Orient Bay Beach featuring a sandy beach, tropical scenes and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6005110/6e8f0de8-ac78-4dad-9594-26fe7dd05386.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Orient Bay Beach

4/5(365 reviews)

Pack your sunscreen, grab your swimsuit and head for a coastal gem known as the Saint- Tropez of the Caribbean.

[](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 top-notch restaurants in this walkable 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 relaxing 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? 

[](https://expedia.com/Pearl-Beach-Guadeloupe.d553248621560056232.Vacation-Attraction)

## Cities near French West Indies

![Les Saintes - Plage du pain de Sucre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507/ceac9ee4-7b97-4577-a71b-74ba0ad783a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Basse-Terre

![Grand Case which includes general coastal views, a coastal town and aircraft](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/787/44f1427e-cff5-415e-a8e3-8b75d835b620.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Grand Case

![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2144/78dc346e-4011-4179-a3a8-6ead323677bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Terre-de-Haut

![Guadeloupe les Saintes la baie de Terre de Haut
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### Pointe-à-Pitre

- Cities near French West Indies

[Basse-Terre](https://expedia.com/Basse-Terre.dx507)[Grand Case](https://expedia.com/Grand-Case.dx787)[Terre-de-Haut](https://expedia.com/Terre-De-Haut.dx2144)[Pointe-à-Pitre](https://expedia.com/Pointe-A-Pitre.dx2895)[Philipsburg](https://expedia.com/Philipsburg.dx3331)[Marigot](https://expedia.com/Marigot.dx8819)[Schoelcher](https://expedia.com/Schoelcher.dx8907)[Simpson Bay](https://expedia.com/Simpson-Bay.dx8941)[Sainte-Anne](https://expedia.com/Sainte-Anne.dx9333)[Trois-Ilets](https://expedia.com/Trois-Ilets.dx9340)[Saint-François](https://expedia.com/Saint-Francois.dx9846)[Gustavia](https://expedia.com/Gustavia.dx10758)[Cul de Sac](https://expedia.com/Cul-De-Sac.dx10779)[Grand-Bourg](https://expedia.com/Grand-Bourg.dx11629)[Basse-Pointe](https://expedia.com/Basse-Pointe.dx11630)[Le Carbet](https://expedia.com/Le-Carbet.dx11631)[Colombier](https://expedia.com/Colombier.dx11641)[Cul de Sac](https://expedia.com/Cul-De-Sac.dx11649)[La Desirade](https://expedia.com/La-Desirade.dx11747)[Anse de Toiny](https://expedia.com/Anse-De-Toiny.dx55035)[Maho Reef](https://expedia.com/Maho-Reef.dx55037)[Anse Marcel](https://expedia.com/Anse-Marcel.dx180588)[Deshaies](https://expedia.com/Deshaies.dx181075)[Bouillante](https://expedia.com/Bouillante.dx181257)[La Trinité](https://expedia.com/La-Trinite.dx500162)

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