Re: hotel reccomondations please
When you stay on Les Saintes it is important to remember that you cannot rent a car, and that you have to walk everywhere. I would recommend Auberge Les Saintes. Coveniently located, with a pleasant pool, and what many (including me) consider the best restaurant on the island. It is "quirky",the rooms brimming over with "Tsotzchas". The hotel is about a 20-30 minute walk from the nicest beach. There may be some places to stay that are as few as 10 minutes from beach.
Les Saintes is a very pleasant, simple, low key, place to spend some time. The "un-St.Bart" but like SBH has a French vibe.
Feel free to pm me should you have any questions.