La Samanna, A Belmond Hotel is a luxurious resort in St Martin where French elegance meets Caribbean charm. Guests can look forward to gourmet dining, superb levels of service and a picture perfect location. Set on one of the most beautiful beaches on the west coast of St Martin, there is no better spot on the island to watch the sunset over the Caribbean sea with your favourite cocktail in hand.
Accommodation at La Samanna, A Belmond Hotel is chic and comfortable, blending retro beach elegance with a touch of French sophistication. A range of luxurious rooms, suites and villas ensure that there is something to suit, whether you are travelling as a couple or a larger family group. All accommodations provide views of the turquoise ocean from their furnished balcony or terrace, and the suites also offer expansive living spaces. The most exclusive option is the collection of Signature Villas, which are simply stunning and feature their own private pool.
St Martin boasts an excellent restaurant scene, and the dining options on offer at La Samanna, A Belmond Hotel are arguably some of the best on the island. Guests can experience French Riviera cuisine in a tropical setting at L'Oursin, with menus featuring dishes from two Michelin star chefs. To sample some delicious grilled seafood, head to Laplaj which offers feet in the sand dining during the day and is a great spot for a relaxed lunch. The same space is transformed into an Italian trattoria in the evening, ensuring guests can sample an exciting range of cuisines without even leaving the hotel.
La Samanna, A Belmond Hotel is an ideal base from which to explore the island of St Martin. The hotel can arrange excursions such as champagne sunset cruises, snorkelling tours and guided hikes through the jungle to the island's tallest peak. It is also possible to arrange a boat trip to nearby St Barts or Anguilla for those interested in a luxury island hopping experience. Back at the hotel, guests can take to the water with complimentary non-motorised watersports, visit the serene spa to indulge in a rejuvenating treatment or reserve a beach cabana for the day and simply relax with a complimentary bottle of wine.
A highlight of my stay at La Samanna was sipping a cocktail at Baie Longue Bar whilst watching the sun set over the ocean. The service was excellent, and I felt the hotel offered a good balance between elegance and traditional Caribbean charm.
All rooms, suites and villas at La Samanna, A Belmond Hotel are light and airy with touches of nautical flair. All accommodations feature air conditioning, a private balcony or terrace, Espresso Machine, IPTV, honeycomb bathrobes and Acqua di Parma bath amenities.
Children: La Samanna, A Belmond Hotel is family friendly. There is no children's club, but English-speaking nannies are available to look after children aged 4 - 12 (additional charges apply)
Location: La Samanna, A Belmond Hotel is located on the west coast of St Martin, approximately 15 minutes drive from Princess Juliana International Airport
Facilities: Spa, fitness centre, yoga and Pilates classes, energy healing, tennis, watersports including snorkelling, kayaking, Hobie Cat sailing, paddle boarding, flyboarding, Seabob and tubing, beach cabanas, hiking, excursions, art exhibitions
Dining: Stays at La Samanna, A Belmond Hotel are on a bed and breakfast, half board or full board basis. L'Oursin is open for dinner and serves traditional French cuisine in an elegant bistro setting. Corail serves breakfast in a casual setting on the terrace. Laplaj offers a feet in the sand dining experience where guests can enjoy grilled fish and Creole and Western comfort dishes for lunch. In the evening, Laplaj transforms into a trattoria - La Spiaggia - where guests can enjoy light Italian fare. La Cave offers a unique wine cellar dining experience where bespoke tasting menus are combined with fine wines. Baie Longue Bar is the perfect spot to relax with a signature cocktail whilst watching the sunset.
