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

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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

 If you're spending some time in Pointe du Bout, Pointe du Bout Beach and Anse Mitan are top sights worth seeing. 

[](https://expedia.ca/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

 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.ca/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. 

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![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.ca/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

 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. 

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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.ca/St-Barthelemy-Morne-De-Depoudre.dx553248635975749647)

- French West Indies Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in French West Indies

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Hommage Hotel & Residences

Route des Terres Basses BP 172 Nettle Bay 

CA $388

CA $403 total

Feb 18 - Feb 19

includes taxes & 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! (587 reviews)

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Reviewed on Feb 9, 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 

CA $663

CA $689 total

Feb 18 - Feb 19

includes taxes & 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! (492 reviews)

The room was clean and it was spacious. The resort is well maintained and the pools are great

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

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Grand Case Beach Club

21 Rue de Petite Plage Grand Case 

CA $540

CA $622 total

Mar 6 - Mar 7

includes taxes & 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! (1,001 reviews)

fabulous beach, great snorkelling, amazing view

Reviewed on Feb 14, 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! (527 reviews)

Clean room, friendly staff and good breakfast. Wifi didn’t work in the room or anywhere else in the hotel!

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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 (16 reviews)

The room was spotless. Difficult to locate staff and get the key when we arrived. After that the service was what we expected.

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026

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Seo La Pointe de Helleux Sainte-Anne 

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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

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Orient Bay Beach, a popular beach in Orient Bay. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/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

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.ca/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

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.ca/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

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.ca/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

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.ca/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

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

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

## Cities near French West Indies

![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

![Guana Bay Beach showing a sandy beach and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/506436/3bb80ec1-6647-4091-8031-ab8a2e3c8cb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Philipsburg

![Marigot showing a bay or harbor and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8819/9b454a5d-d406-43d1-a94b-c9db6408d06a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Marigot

- Cities near French West Indies

[Terre-de-Haut](https://expedia.ca/Terre-De-Haut.dx2144)[Pointe-à-Pitre](https://expedia.ca/Pointe-A-Pitre.dx2895)[Philipsburg](https://expedia.ca/Philipsburg.dx3331)[Marigot](https://expedia.ca/Marigot.dx8819)[Simpson Bay](https://expedia.ca/Simpson-Bay.dx8941)[Trois-Ilets](https://expedia.ca/Trois-Ilets.dx9340)[Saint-François](https://expedia.ca/Saint-Francois.dx9846)[Gustavia](https://expedia.ca/Gustavia.dx10758)[Cul de Sac](https://expedia.ca/Cul-De-Sac.dx10779)[Le Carbet](https://expedia.ca/Le-Carbet.dx11631)[Cul de Sac](https://expedia.ca/Cul-De-Sac.dx11649)[Maho Reef](https://expedia.ca/Maho-Reef.dx55037)[Anse Marcel](https://expedia.ca/Anse-Marcel.dx180588)[Deshaies](https://expedia.ca/Deshaies.dx181075)[La Trinité](https://expedia.ca/La-Trinite.dx500162)[Quartier Lorient](https://expedia.ca/Quartier-Lorient.dx500178)[Quartier d Orleans](https://expedia.ca/Quartier-D-Orleans.dx500179)[Le Gosier](https://expedia.ca/Le-Gosier.dx601111)[Cupecoy](https://expedia.ca/Cupecoy.dx602829)[Cole Bay](https://expedia.ca/Cole-Bay.dx602866)[Orient Bay](https://expedia.ca/Orient-Bay.dx602894)[Nettle Bay](https://expedia.ca/Nettle-Bay.dx6023320)[Fort-de-France](https://expedia.ca/Fort-De-France.dx6024025)[Oyster Pond](https://expedia.ca/Oyster-Pond.dx6025558)[Sainte-Luce](https://expedia.ca/Sainte-Luce.dx6047135)

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