Cheval Blanc St-Barth
Saint Barthelemy, Saint Barthélemy
Flamands
Vibe
French palace service meets relaxed cove living on Flamands Beach, where dedicated majordomes attend to sun-dappled loungers and lush palm gardens.
“Palatial Flamands cove”
Personal majordomes, dedicated alchemists, and bespoke Guerlain fragrances attend every oceanfront suite and private Flamands beach lounger.
Jacques Grange interiors layer crisp whitewashed walls, blush pink accents, and French linens beside commissioned garden sculptures.
Two freshwater swimming pools, dedicated beach attendants on Flamands sands, and lush garden pathways frame an effortless coastal stay.
Set directly on the sands of Anse des Flamands, framed by tropical hills and the bay.
“the rooms, suites, bungalows, and villas feel effortlessly stylish and thoughtfully designed, and vary subtly in their layouts and décor.”
Rooms
Airy whitewashed interiors feature soft blush accents, while beach suites open onto private infinity plunge pools directly facing the bay.
“The spacious and elegantly appointed villas, suites, and rooms are all about clean lines, classic furnishings, pristine bespoke linens and impeccable tidiness.”
Wellness
Tropical garden pavilions host tailored bodywork, joined by an open-air yoga deck, ocean-facing fitness studio, and two freshwater outdoor pools.
“A discreet and very high-end locale on the unspoiled beauty of Flamands beach. It has an innate understanding of its clientele…”
Backstory
Originally founded by an island vicar and his wife, this bohemian beachfront haven evolved into the Caribbean's only certified palace hotel.
“its suites and villas overlook the sea or the tropical gardens, where eagle-eyed guests can spot turtles and iguanas living amongst carefully preserved tropical flora.”
Eat & drink
Dine on Caribbean flavors at La Case, order barefoot lunches at La Cabane, or sip fresh citrus cocktails at The White Bar.
“A laid-back beachy vibe with a compelling overlay of French style is the hotel’s hallmark.”
The neighborhood
Set along the wide white sands of Anse des Flamands, the quiet bay invites morning shoreline walks below the hills of Colombier.
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.