French West Indies

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Grand Fond featuring a pebble beach and general coastal views
Grand Fond showing rocky coastline, a sandy beach and general coastal views
Grand Cul-de-Sac which includes general coastal views, a coastal town and landscape views
Grand Cul-de-Sac featuring rugged coastline, island views and general coastal views
Grand Cul-de-Sac featuring tropical scenes, landscape views and a beach

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

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.

Pointe du Bout
Saint-Jean showing a small town or village

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.

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Lurin

Lurin might not have many top sights, but Gustavia Harbor and St. Jean Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Lurin
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Grande Saline

While there might not be top attractions in Grande Saline, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lorient Beach and Saline Beach.

Grande Saline
This iguana guards the fort, overlooking Pointe-A-Pitre’s bay, with Basse Terre and its active volcano « Soufrière » in the distance. Guadeloupe is a wonderful French island slowly opening up to North American tourists in search of a more authentic Caribbean experience. Direct flights now from many US cities and from Montreal.

Bas du Fort

4/5(4 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Bas du Fort, Fort fleur d'épée and Aquarium of Guadeloupe are top sights worth seeing.

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Les Jalna

While there might not be top attractions in Les Jalna, you can explore the larger area and discover places like House of Sugar and Golf de l'Imperatrice Josephine.

Les Jalna
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Grand Case Beach Club

Grand Case Beach Club

4 out of 5
21 Rue de Petite Plage, Grand Case
$252 nightly
The price is $261 total per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
$261 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star 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! (1,002 reviews)
"Food was fresh"

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2025

Grand Case Beach Club
Karibea Valmenière Hôtel

Karibea Valmenière Hôtel

3 out of 5
Avenue Des Arawaks, Fort-de-France
$148 nightly
The price is $153 total per night from Aug 13 to Aug 14
$153 total
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Fort-de-France. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Cruise Terminal and ...
7.8/10 Good! (623 reviews)
"Lovely hotel near airport"

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

Karibea Valmenière Hôtel
La Playa Orient Bay

La Playa Orient Bay

4 out of 5
116 Parc de la Baie Orientale, Orient Bay
$398 nightly
The price is $413 total per night from Aug 14 to Aug 15
$413 total
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Orient Bay. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (584 reviews)
"Staff was wonderful, very accommodating and helpful. Property was lovely, conveniently located. Lots of good food options. Room was spacious and very comfortable. Definitely recommend."

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2025

La Playa Orient Bay
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Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences le Salako

Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences le Salako

3 out of 5
10 rue Pointe de la Verdure, Le Gosier
Stay at this 3-star 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! (474 reviews)
"Room extremely basic and dated, poor lighting in room. But bathroom was good and clean and spacious"

Reviewed on Apr 27, 2025

Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences le Salako
Village St Anne Pierre & Vacances

Village St Anne Pierre & Vacances

3 out of 5
Seo La Pointe de Helleux, Sainte-Anne
Stay at this 3-star 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! (554 reviews)
"nice"

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2025

Village St Anne Pierre & Vacances
B&B HOME Fort de France Marina

B&B HOME Fort de France Marina

Rue Moi Laminaire, Fort-de-France, Fort-de-France
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Fort-de-France. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (88 reviews)
"Amazing property, beautiful views and rooms. Lovely fully equipped kitchen. There is little you can do at the property itself and if you walk down to the marina you will find a couple dining spots. Renting a car while visiting Martinique is a must because taxis are too expensive and public transportation ..."

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2025

B&B HOME Fort de France Marina
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Popular places to visit

Orient Bay Beach featuring a sandy beach, tropical scenes and general coastal views

Orient Bay Beach

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

Orient Bay Beach
Love Martinique.

Cruise Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Fort-de-France with a trip to Cruise Terminal. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Cruise Terminal
Gustavia Harbor which includes a sunset and general coastal views

Gustavia Harbor

Explore the waterfront in Gustavia with a trip to Gustavia Harbor. Stroll along the beaches or visit the spas in this romantic area.

Gustavia Harbor
Grand Case Beach

Grand Case Beach

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.

Grand Case Beach
Pearl Beach

Pearl Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Pearl Beach during your travels in Rifflet?

Pearl Beach
St. Jean Beach which includes a bay or harbor, general coastal views and a sandy beach

St. Jean Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at St. Jean Beach during your travels in St. Barthelemy? Take some time to visit the spas in this romantic area.

St. Jean Beach

Cities near French West Indies

Basse-Terre

Basse-Terre

Grand Case which includes general coastal views, a coastal town and aircraft

Grand Case

Terre-de-Haut

Terre-de-Haut

Pointe-à-Pitre

Pointe-à-Pitre