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Overview
Overlooking the waves of Baie Longue from its seat in western St. Martin, Belmond La Samanna lures sun-seekers to its premises with its promise of access to some of the best sands on the island. Guests agree that the location is enviable, praising the ocean views they found outside their rooms and suites (which can be enjoyed from private balconies, terraces or – for a little extra money – plunge pools). This member of the Belmond hotels family also delights R&R-seekers with its peaceful atmosphere. Travelers praise the well-manicured grounds and beautiful pools, as well as the property's extraordinary spa treatments. After unwinding at the spa, vacationers can enjoy French-inspired cuisine and front-row sunset views at L'Oursin Restaurant. Additional on-site dining options include an alfresco breakfast eatery and a casual Caribbean-French fusion restaurant. All three dining establishments receive rave reviews from diners, although some caution that the dishes are expensive.
- Location
- St. Martin
- Hotel Class
- 5.0-star
- Property Type
- Boutique hotel, 83 rooms
- Primary View
- Bay, Ocean
- Style
- Traditional, Opulent, Modern
- Best For
- Families, Couples
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- 5.0Hotel Class
- GOODCritic Rating
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Critic Reviews
Other Awards
- Forbes Travel Guide Four Star Awards 2018
A long stretch of pretty, white-sand beach borders this classic resort, where service is warm and professional. ... Seven suites are smartly designed with modern upgrades and private plunge pools on the roof; five three- and four-bedroom villas with drop-dead views, impeccable decor, and a full private staff please even the pickiest moguls.
The island's only five-star hotel enjoys 55 acres of beachfront sprawl, a scattering of whitewashed villas tracing the sublimely sugary sand of Baie Longue (Long Bay). Located close to the dividing line between French St. Martin and Dutch St. Maarten, the Belmond (formerly known as Orient-Express) brings an international-style graciousness to the island.
La Samanna is perfectly placed: equidistant to the nightlife on the Dutch side of St. Martin and the shopping and restaurants on the French side. Best of all, it's perched above Baie Longue, the island's most beautiful beach (made even more appealing by the recent addition of ipewood cabanas, outfitted with preprogrammed iPods and flat-screen TV's).
Easily the most luxurious resort in St. Martin, the 55-acre La Samanna resort brings tranquility to an otherwise tourist-filled island. Featuring two beautiful pools, an extensive wine cellar, a yoga and Pilates studio, a European-style spa, and the island's most pristine beach, this ... retreat is hard to beat.
An outstanding white-sand beach fronts this upscale property, a true oasis with unique character and an emphasis on guest service. Lodgings include Mediterranean-style, multi-bedroom villas.
Other Awards
- Forbes Travel Guide Four Star Awards 2018
Guest Reviews
A hotel's guest rating is calculated using data provided under license by TripAdvisor. A total of 1160 have reviewed the Belmond La Samanna, giving it a rating of 4.5, on a scale of 1-5.
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TripAdvisor Travel Rating:Guest Rooms
- Free Wi-Fi access
- Twin or king-sized beds in all accommodations
Standard room size: 400 to 420 square feet
- Internet (free)
- Premium channels
- Workspace/desk
- Minifridge
- Bathrobes/slippers
- Minibar
- Shower/tub combo
- Separate shower
- Separate tub
- Wireless Internet
- Guest rooms with patios and balconies
- Adjoining rooms available
Location & Parking
- Less than 3 miles northwest of Princess Juliana International Airport
- Private airport shuttle service (fees apply); villa rates and select booking packages include round-trip airport transfers
- Philipsburg sits about 10 miles southeast
- 24-hour valet parking
- 24-hour self-parking (free)
- Airport shuttle (with fee)
- Car service (with fee)
Within walking distance of:
- Grocery store
- Movie theater
- Theater
- Shopping
- Bus stop
- Train station
- Subway/metro stop
- Restaurants
- Beach
Dining
- Beach bar
- Breakfast in St. Martin package includes daily breakfast buffet for two
- Room service available 24 hours a day
Number of restaurants: 3
Cuisine Types: Buffet, French, American
- Fine dining
- Casual dining
- Quick service cafe/coffee shop/marketplace
- Bar/lounge
- Room service
- 24-hour room service
- Free breakfast
Pool
- Private boat charters, scuba dives and deep-sea fishing excursions can be arranged (charges apply)
- Main pool open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; infinity pool open daily from 9:30 a.m. to sunset
- Jet Skis and banana boats available for a fee
- Villas offer pool alarm bracelets for children
- Private plunge and infinity pools available in select accommodations
- Family pool
- Infinity pool
- Whirlpool/hot tub
- Adults-only pool
- Lap pool
- Wading pool
- Lazy river
- Seasonal
- Indoor
- Outdoor
- Indoor/outdoor combo
- Pool bar
- Lifeguard on duty
- Poolside service
- Waterslide
- Deck chairs or cabanas
Spa
- Spa open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Spa Retreat package includes $200 spa credit
- Sunburn Rescue body treatment available for sunburn relief
Services offered:
- Massage
- Facial
- Body treatments (i.e. scrubs, wraps)
- Salon services
- Outdoor treatment area
- Steam room
- Sauna
Kids
- French- and English-speaking nannies can be hired for children between the ages of 4 and 12 (fees apply)
- Villas have electronic kids bracelets that alert parents when they're too close to the pool
- Kids club ($100 for three kids for three hours)
- Cribs
- High chairs
Fitness
- Fitness center open daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Fee-based tennis lessons
- Private fitness classes (charges apply)
- Weight equipment
- Cardio equipment
- Yoga mats
- Free fitness classes
- Premium fitness classes (with fee)
- Bicycles
- Tennis (free)
- Guided runs
- Paddle boats (free)
- Motor boats (with fee)
Business
- Themed dinners and off-site activities can be arranged (charges apply)
- Group rates for bookings of 10 or more rooms
- Business center open 24 hours a day
Number of meeting rooms: 1
- Business center
- Meeting rooms
- Meeting and event planners available
Wedding
- On-site wedding planners can arrange details like catering menus, wedding cakes, flowers and photography services
- No wedding packages
Maximum wedding guest capacity: 300
- Hotel hosts weddings
- Outdoor space for weddings
- Wedding planners available
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