Hotel Le Toiny
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Why Go
Le Toiny is a secluded relaxing escape which offers quiet luxury villa suites, each with a private swimming pool and beautiful views of the sea. The island of St. Barths, just eight square miles in size, offers sandy beaches, scenery, warm climate and delicious French food.There are many activities to choose from, including snorkeling (the hotel provides complimentary snorkels and masks), sailing, deep sea fishing, boating, tennis and horseback riding. Another popular sport on the island is surfing on the nearby Washing Machine Beach. Guests can also take day trips to other Caribbean islands, including St. Martin, Anguilla, Saba and St. Kitts.
Rooms & Food
The hotel has 13 spacious cottage suites, each with a private 20 ft. by 10 ft. swimming pool. The architecture of the hotel has been influenced by old plantation houses and features soft colors such as peach, mint and pale lavender. The suites feature handmade furniture, including period four-poster beds, spacious bathrooms, and luxurious Frette linens. Room amenities include two satelite TVs, a DVD player and a kitchenette.Le Gaiac restaurant at the hotel serves French cuisine and overlooks the main pool and the sea.
Things to Do Nearby
The island of St. Barths features numerous beaches many of which can be accessed by car. Car rental can be arranged through the hotel. Daily rental rates range from about $40 in the summer to $85 in the winter.Gustavia, the capital, offers boutique and duty-free shops as well as several art galleries. The hotel can also arrange sightseeing tours of the island.
Best Time to Go & Getting There
St. Barth has tropical climate with year-round temperatures around the 80s. Le Toiny Hotel is closed from September 1 to October 20. Several major airlines fly to Juliana Airport in St. Maarten. From Juliana Airport, St. Barths can be reached via a 10-minute inter-island shuttle flight.
Plan this Vacation
A villa suite for two people with a private pool costs from Euro 720 during low season and from Euro 1480 during high season. To reserve, call 011-590-278-888 or send an e-mail to letoiny@saint-barths.com.
Hotel Le Toiny, Anse De Toiny, Saint Barthelemy, 011-590-278-888, www.letoiny.com
Caribbean Island Getaways
Written By the Travel Editors at VacationIdea.com, Last Update: Jun 24, 2003
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