La Samanna, A Belmond Hotel

Located on the secluded white sands of Baie Longue, La Samanna, A Belmond Hotel, St Martin is perched on one of the most spectacular private beaches in the French West Indies. The hotel boasts 51 suites, 25 rooms, and 8 villas, each with captivating views of the Caribbean Sea, alongside 2 inviting swimming pools. Evoking timeless charm and laidback luxury, the airy suites offer large living areas and private balconies, whilst the three- and four-bedroom villas, recently reimagined by Rottet Studio, are palatial yet comfortable. World-class fine dining is highlighted at L’Oursin, where Michelin-starred Chef Marcel Ravin leads the menu with a fusion of French and Creole cuisine paired with panoramic ocean views. Complimenting this, La Cave features one of the largest wine collections in the Caribbean, an exquisite candlelit cellar catering to all tastes and offering bespoke experiences for celebratory moments. For those looking to unwind, the spa is home to five treatment rooms that open immediately onto lush tropical gardens. Open annually from November to July, La Samanna is the place to discover St Martin, from the elegance of champagne sunsets and private charter boats to the excitement of water sports, friendly tennis matches or hikes through the tropical forest. La Samanna blends island glamour with cosmopolitan flair.