Martinique
To the West lie the tranquil waters of the Caribbean, bordered by sandy beaches or cliffs and dotted with coastal villages. From Pointe du Bout there is a spectacular view of the beautiful bay which surrounds the island’s capital city, Fort de France. To the North lies unspoilt rain forest, streams and Mount Pelée, a live volcano.
The childhood home of Napoleon’s Josephine, one time residence of the artist Paul Gauguin and inspiration for many of his paintings, Martinique offers history as well as beauty. In the South the beach of Les Salines stands comparison with the very best. In the East lies Josephine’s Bathtub, a shallow area of sea ideal for bathing but which requires a boat journey out to sea in order to reach it.
Accommodation may be booked with or without air travel. Contact us for expert and friendly advice on planning your itinerary.
Accommodation
We feature below a selection of properties which we can personally recommend. All rooms have bath/WC or shower/WC –
French Coco - 4 Star, Tartane
Rooms: telephone, TV, air conditioning, fan, hairdryer, safe, fridge, terrace, most rooms with small private pool
Hotel: bar, restaurant, swimming pool
With just 17 suites, this exclusive boutique hotel simply oozes charm and comfort. The hotel, amidst its lovely gardens, feels a world apart and yet is just 300 metres from the fishing village of Tartane and its sandy beach.
La Suite Villa - 5 Star, Pointe du Bout
Rooms: telephone, TV, air conditioning, hairdryer, safe
Hotel: bar, restaurant, swimming pool
With 6 suites and 9 villas, this colourful boutique hotel is situated in the heights above Pointe du Bout with lovely views out over the bay. The restaurant has an excellent reputation locally.
Les Villas du Lagon - 4 Star, near Le François
Rooms: TV, air conditioning, hairdryer, safe, kitchenette, terrace or balcony. Most rooms have a small private plunge pool.
Hotel: bar and restaurant (not open daily), swimming pool, tennis court, watersports
This hotel of 35 studios, apartments and villas lies beside a sandy beach, which is protected by a coral reef. It is best suited to those wishing to self-
Hotel Bakoua - 4 Star, Pointe du Bout
Rooms: telephone, TV, air conditioning, hairdryer, minibar, safe, balcony or terrace
Hotel: bars, restaurants, swimming pool, shop
The 137 rooms and suites offer views over the gardens, the beach or Fort de France bay.
The view from the swimming pool is spectacular and the beach superb. A lovely atmosphere.
La Pagerie - 4 Star, Pointe du Bout
Rooms: telephone, flat screen TV with satellite channels, air conditioning, hairdryer, fridge, safe, tea/coffee machine, balcony
Hotel: bar, restaurant, swimming pool
A short walk from the beach, La Pagerie is central to the Pointe du Bout area surrounded by shops and restaurants. The 97 rooms are set in modern-
Plein Soleil - 4 Star, near Le François
Rooms: telephone, TV, air conditioning, hairdryer, safe
Hotel: bar, restaurant, swimming pool, large lounge area
Far from the tourist areas, 6km down a rough track from the main road, Plein Soleil is quite idyllic. The 16 créole style rooms and suites (some with their own small pool) are of a very high standard and the restaurant is superb. The hotel enjoys a wonderful view of the Baie du François and is a haven of beauty, peace and quiet.
Carayou Hotel & Spa - 3 Star, Pointe du Bout
Rooms: telephone, TV, air conditioning, hairdryer, safe, balcony or terrace
Hotel: bar, restaurant, swimming pool, shop, water sports centre, spa and beauty treatment rooms
This friendly hotel has 132 rooms, all with views over the sea or the gardens. It is built right on the edge of the marina in Pointe du Bout within easy walking distance of shops and restaurants. Situated in a tropical garden which opens directly on to a small beach. This hotel operates on an all-
Squash Hotel - 3 Star, Fort de France
Rooms: telephone, TV, air conditioning, safe
Hotel: bar, restaurant, swimming pool
A city hotel of 105 rooms set on a hill a short distance from the centre. Ideal for those wishing to spend time in the capital city of Martinique away from the beaches and tourist areas. Superb view of the Caribbean.
Hotel La Batelière - Schoelcher
Rooms: telephone, TV, air conditioning, hairdryer, safe
Hotel: bars, restaurants, swimming pool, fitness room, hairdresser, beauty salon, massage, shop
Conveniently situated for the capital city, Fort-
Hotel Amyris - 3 Star, Sainte-Luce
Rooms: telephone, TV, air conditioning, hairdryer, some with kitchenette, balcony or terrace
Hotel: bar, restaurant, swimming pool
Special Offers: Reductions for early bookings, honeymooners, wedding anniversaries of 5 years and above and clients aged 60 years and over. Please ask for details.
The 108 Junior Suites are situated in 3 storey buildings located in a tropical garden beside a natural sandy beach. Some rooms have a sea view. Part of the Karibea Resort Sainte-
Les Amandiers - 3 Star, Sainte-Luce
Rooms: telephone, TV, air conditioning, hairdryer, fridge, terrace or balcony
Hotel: swimming pool on 2 levels, tennis court
Special Offers: Reductions for early bookings, honeymooners and wedding anniversaries of 5 years and above. Please ask for details.
The 91 rooms are situated in a 3 storey building located in a tropical garden, which lies alongside a natural sandy beach. Part of the Karibea Resort Sainte-
Caribia Hotel - 3 Star, Sainte-Luce
Rooms: all 74 rooms are suites with lounge, telephone, TV, air conditioning, hairdryer, safe, kitchenette
Hotel: swimming pool
Special Offers: Reductions for early bookings, honeymooners and wedding anniversaries of 5 years and above. Please ask for details.
Part of the Karibea Resort Sainte-
Hotel Iloma (formerly Le Corail) - 3 Star, near Sainte-Luce
Rooms: telephone, TV, air conditioning, balcony or terrace, most with kitchenette
Hotel: bar, restaurant (not all year), 2 swimming pools, fitness centre and spa (both payable)
Special Offers: Reductions for early bookings, honeymooners, wedding anniversaries of 10 years and above and clients aged 60 years and over. Please ask for details.
39 studios and apartments, most of which have a sea view and face the beautiful Diamant rock. A lovely sandy beach is a short walk away. The hotel is situated in a residential area with no shops nearby. Car hire is recommended for guests here.
Résidence Le Village Créole - 3 Star, Pointe du Bout
Rooms: TV, air conditioning, kitchenette
Hotel: reception
A collection of 23 lovely studios and apartments close to La Pagerie hotel and spread around the local area, mainly above shops. Ideal for those of an independent nature who wish to self-
Hotel Bambou - 3 Star, Anse Mitan, Pointe du Bout
Rooms: telephone, TV, air conditioning, hairdryer, safe, fridge, balcony or terrace
Hotel: bars, restaurant, snack bar, swimming pool
Special Offers: Reductions at certain times of year for early bookings, honeymooners, wedding anniversaries and clients aged 60 years and over. Please ask for details.
This popular, colourful hotel has 193 rooms and is situated alongside a lovely stretch of beach. It is close to the ferry departure point for Fort-
Diamant Beach - 2 Star, Le Diamant
Rooms: telephone, TV, air conditioning, safe, hairdryer, kitchenette, balcony or terrace
Hotel: bar, restaurant (not all year), swimming pool
49 studios and apartments just a short walk from the town of Le Diamant and beside a nice sandy beach. The beautiful Diamant rock is just opposite the hotel.
Pre-bookable Excursions
There are many excursions available on Martinique, most of which may be booked in advance. Excursions may only operate on one day per week and are subject to change. If there is a tour which you particularly want to book, you are advised to confirm the day of operation when booking your holiday. The following are a selection of the more popular tours. Prices on request.
Jardin de Balata/Pelée Volcano
North of the island –
Imperial South
Visit the Pagerie Estate and museum, birthplace of the Empress Josephine. Then to a rum distillery and the beautiful beach at Salines.
Josephines Bathtub
Bathe in shallow water way out at sea and later, dine and relax at a small offshore island.
Suggested Itineraries
We specialise in tailor-
M1
7 nights 3 star Martinique from £1395
7 nights – Caribia Hotel, Sainte Luce – RO
Flights London-
M2
10 nights 3 star Martinique from £1595
10 nights – Hotel Iloma, near Sainte-
Flights London-
M3
10 nights 4 star Martinique from £1995
5 nights – La Pagerie, Pointe du Bout – BB
5 nights – Plein Soleil, Le François – BB
Flights London-
GM4
14 nights 4/5 star Guadeloupe and Martinique from £3285
7 nights – La Toubana Hôtel & Spa, Sainte-
7 nights – French Coco, Tartane, Martinique – BB
Flights London-
The number of nights shown in the above itineraries excludes nights on flights to and from the UK
Prices
Tour prices are subject to rate fluctuation during the year but, generally speaking, the months of May-
Flights
International flights are on Air France. Aircraft type will be advised with travel documents. Flying time to Guadeloupe or Martinique (via Paris) is ca. 9 hours. Guadeloupe-
Prices include
Economy class scheduled flights on Air France, airport taxes, passenger service charges, accommodation sharing a twin room in hotels. Meals, transfers and car hire as per itineraries. Baggage allowance on international flights with Air France is 1 piece, which must not exceed 23 kgs. Between islands the allowance is 20 kgs.
Not included
Travel insurance, items of personal expense e.g. drinks, porterage, telephone calls, gratuities and excursions.
Prices
Charges may apply for some activities/watersports. Additional charges may apply for the period over Christmas and New Year. Price bands relate to low and high season. For coding key, see below.
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Martinique |
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Low |
High |
Low |
High |
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French Coco |
BB |
J |
J |
Hotel La Batelière |
BB |
E |
E |
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La Suite Villa |
RO |
H |
J |
Hotel Amyris |
BB |
C |
F |
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Les Villas du Lagon |
RO |
E |
G |
Les Amandiers |
BB |
B |
E |
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Hotel Bakoua |
BB |
F |
H |
Caribia Hotel |
RO |
B |
D |
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La Pagerie |
BB |
E |
G |
Hotel Iloma |
RO |
B |
D |
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Plein Soleil |
BB |
F |
G |
Résidence Le Village Créole |
RO |
A |
C |
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Carayou Hotel & Spa |
AI |
G |
H |
Hotel Bambou |
HB |
G |
H |
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Squash Hotel |
BB |
E |
E |
Diamant Beach |
RO |
A |
C |
| Martinique | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Low | High | ||
| French Coco | BB | J | J |
| La Suite Villa | RO | H | J |
| Les Villas du Lagon | RO | E | G |
| Hotel Bakoua | BB | F | H |
| La Pagerie | BB | E | G |
| Plein Soleil | BB | F | G |
| Carayou Hotel & Spa | AI | G | H |
| Squash Hotel | BB | E | E |
| Hotel La Batelière | BB | E | E |
| Hotel Amyris | BB | C | F |
| Les Amandiers | BB | B | E |
| Caribia Hotel | RO | B | D |
| Hotel Iloma | RO | B | D |
| Résidence Le Village Créole | RO | A | C |
| Hotel Bambou | HB | G | H |
| Diamant Beach | RO | A | C |
Accommodation Price Bands
Bands are based on prices per person per night in a twin room. Please note that these are subject to variation throughout the year and are intended as a guideline only. Please check at the time of booking for current prices. Many hotels are also available on half board. Prices on request.
Up to £35 | A | £36-£45 | B | |
£46-£55 | C | £56-£65 | D | |
£66-£75 | E | £76-£85 | F | |
£86-£105 | G | £106-£125 | H | |
£126-£145 | I | Over £145 | J | |
RO – room only | BB – bed and breakfast | HB – half board | AI – all inclusive |
