St Barts Island Accommodations "Where To Stay"
The primary type of vacation accommodations on St Barts are private villas which are available to rent by the week. There are approximately 350 private villas for rent in all price ranges, from one bedroom villas on the beach to seven bedroom private compounds overlooking the ocean. Villas represent about 70% of the available rooms on the island. Villa rental agencies give you the best selection, and can arrange to have your villa provisioned in advance of your arrival.St Barts Vacation on the Beach or Hillside?
Many people vacationing in the Caribbean look for a villa rental or hotel directly on the beach. St Barts island, however, is very different than most Caribbean islands. Being "on the beach" is not as easy, or as important. Why? First, the "best" beaches (generally considered to be Saline beach and Gouveneur beach) do not have villas or hotels on them, their appeal is that they are largely undeveloped. Second - the view. St Barts is very mountainous and the villas and hotels that are not on the beaches are generally perched on hillsides with incredible vistas. The view from these locations can be truly spectacular. That said, there are some terrific villas and hotels directly on the beach. For those that like the ocean to be mere steps away try St Jean beach or L'Orient beach.Stay In A Quiet Location or Walking Distance to Shops and Restaurants?
St Barts is a mountainous and curvaceous island that you will need a car to navigate as there is no public transportation. This is not the type of place where you will hole up in your resort for a week venturing out by cab once or twice. No matter where you stay, you'll want a car to drive to the beaches, the restaurants and the shops. Exploring is part of the St. Barts experience. You can get anywhere on the island in about fifteen minutes. If having shops and restaurants within walking distance is important to you, look for lodging in villas or hotels in Gustavia or St. Jean.How to Decide?
The SBHonline forums are a great place to get more information on your lodging decision. Tell people what criteria is important to you and how much you want to spend and you will receive some great suggestions and valuble advice from a group of people that know and love this island..St Barts Villa Rentals (Open)
Choose from hundreds of St Barts villas, find the perfect rental home and design your ideal St Barts vacation. These companies specialize in renting private villas on St Barts, and will also help you plan and book your complete vacation transportation, restaurant reservations, activities, and everything in-between.
Villas for Rent From Owners (Open)
Our list of featured St Barts villas available from owners. If you prefer to plan and book your vacation on your own SBHonline lists over 30 villas for rent directly from the owners.
Featured St. Barts Hotels (Open)
Our list of featured St Barts Hotels. Some of the finest hotels in the world. World-class service and spectacular locations.
St Barts Concierge & Travel Planning Specialists (Open)
Concierge services will help you arrange every aspect (or a special detail) of your St. Barts vacation from selecting a villa, airport pickup, transportation, dining reservations, and even special event planning.
Discussions Forums (Open)
Search for information about the St Barts villa rental or hotel you are interested in or post what you are looking for in an ideal accommodation and get input from the St Barts insiders. Plus you can make a bunch of new St Barts loving friends!
Map of St. Barts Island (Open)
Shows towns and the locations of the St Barts Hotels.