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Le SerenovsSunset Hotel
Both properties are rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Le Sereno Hotel ranks significantly higher than Sunset Hotel. Le Sereno Hotel ranks #4 in St. Barth's with recommendations from 10 sources including Oyster, Mr & Mrs Smith and Frommer's.
Le Sereno
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Grand Cul de Sac BP 19, 97133, St. Barthelemy
From $1,289/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Concierge "Located in the bay of the Grand Cul de Sac, it shoots for simplicity and understatement, as evidenced by Christian Liaigre's design."
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Which room to book: Avoid the noisier Suites Terrasses; Grandes Suites Plages Nos. 20–35 are the most private (doubles, $540–$903).
Travel + Leisure "On a small but exquisite stretch of sand on the east end of St. Bart’s, Le Sereno’s 37 oceanfront rooms are done up in a modern colonial style." Full review
DK Eyewitness "An elegant resort overlooking the calm turquoise waters of Grand Cul-de-Sac."
Star Service "On the sandy edge of a sparkling lagoon whose dependable breezes make it a top choice for wind and watersports, the aptly named Le Sereno provides a demure full-service retreat from stress." Full review
BlackBook "Christian Liagre, of Mercer fame, redesigned the old Sereno Beach Hotel two years ago and made interior magazines everywhere go bananas."
OysterLuxury
"If you ever wondered where the stars might go for R&R, look no further than the minimalist Le Sereno, a chic five-pearl boutique hotel reserved for travelers seeking all-around luxury." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "In this sunshine-splashed cove – where turtles and tropical fish populate the reef – a refined restaurant and city-smart décor enhance the breezy beach atmosphere." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"A smartly dressed five-star beach resort designed by Christian Liaigre. Many of its calm and cosseting rooms face the sea and there is a chic pool, Mediterranean fusion restaurant." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The luxury hotel is located on Grand Cul-de-Sac beach, so ocean views abound, and the updates include a re-imagined Restaurant Al Mare with a new beach extension, an expanded spa, and more."
St. Barts Travel Guide
September 9, 2021
Frommer's "Rooms are simply furnished in a white-on-white palette, with gleaming wood floors and louvered windows...the action is at the resort's main pool and the newly relaunched restaurant, Le Sereno." Full review
Sunset Hotel
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Rue de la Republique, Gustavia 97133, St. Barthelemy
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Air Conditioning
- Minibar
- Baggage storage
- Safe
Fodor's "An economical and handy, if not luxurious option for those who want to stay in town." Full review
DK Eyewitness "A two-star hotel right in the center of Gustavia. Relatively simple rooms with a central balcony that overlooks the harbor and offers a great sunset view."
BlackBook "Ten rooms with traditional West Indian colonial dècor, located right on the harbor."
Lonely Planet "The most central hotel in Gustavia, Sunset Hotel is also clean, unpretentious and family run." Full review
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Book ahead – the owner proudly told us that all his rooms were full every single night in 2010.
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Its 10 rooms are simple but clean and come with fridges; pricier ones have stunning harbor and sunset views...breakfast is served on the panoramic terrace. " Full review
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Two caveats: it's on the 3rd floor, with no lift/elevator, and wi-fi is in public areas only.
