Secluded clifftop bolthole
Bright orange sun loungers ring the island's largest freshwater infinity pool, perched on a rocky bluff facing the open sea.
“Between the infinity pool overlooking the Atlantic and our oceanfront room… nirvana was never far.”
Where it shines
Remarkable
Twice-daily housekeeping, staff anticipating coffee preferences, and rental cars outfitted with beach gear and towels.
Notable
Five oceanfront Sisley treatment suites perched above crashing waves, paired with outdoor yoga and Pilates classes.
Notable
Twice-weekly sunset DJ sessions and Orange Vibes cocktail gatherings at open-air Le Bar du Christo.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and AFAR.
Rooms and suites are bright, crisp and contemporary, many with private patios, others with open-air living areas…
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Perched on the residential headland of Pointe Milou, the hotel offers quiet ocean seclusion just a fifteen-minute drive from Gustavia's harbor.
The rooms
Contemporary ocean-facing rooms pair high ceilings and warm wood with private patios, while hillside villas add their own private infinity pools.
The pool and gym
Bring a swimsuit.
Timber sun decks border the clifftop pool, and the mirrored fitness studio is equipped for daily workouts.
The spa
Treatment rooms open onto private ocean decks, where therapists deliver Sisley Paris phyto-aromatic rituals to the sound of waves.
Dogs stay too.
Restaurant
Solis
This open-air pavilion beside the pool deck serves French dishes with Caribbean flavors facing the open sea.
the resort exudes an aura of European refinement paired with island conviviality, all without a hint of pretension.
Restaurant
La Plage du Christo
Canopied tables and bar stools sit directly on the sand, serving chilled drinks under the palm trees.
How it began
Owned by the Terrassoux family since 2009, the property takes its name and three-sail emblem from Christopher Columbus's 1493 Caribbean landfall.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.