Former colonial dwelling converted into a manor house, between Creole garden and thermal spa.

Habitation Saint Charles - Hôtel de Charme & Spa

★8.5

From

200.221 €

“Spa with thermal baths fed by a natural source, rare in Guadeloupe hotel scene.”

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L'Habitation Saint Charles occupies a colonial dwelling from the XVIIIth century on the heights of Petit-Bourg, fifteen minutes from Pointe-à-Pitre. We sleep in rooms with Creole woodwork, some with terrace overlooking the three-hectare tropical garden. The spa exploits a natural thermal spring, rare on the island, with volcanic stone pools and treatments using local algae. The infinity pool overlooks the canopy, light filtered by royal palms. The restaurant serves revisited Creole cuisine, produce from the vegetable garden and fish from Deshaies. From 200 € the night, an honest quality-price ratio for a 5★ Caribbean with this depth of services. Airport shuttle included, free private parking, pets accepted without supplement.

Who is it for?

Who we recommend it to

We recommend the address to couples seeking Caribbean calm without renouncing spa comfort, and to families who want a real tropical garden rather than a beach resort. It is a stop for travellers who prefer the verdant heights to seafronts, with Basse-Terre excursions (Soufrière, Carbet falls) within reach. Lovers of colonial heritage and thermal well-being find their account there, far from standardised beach tourism.

The building

Architecture and interiors

The habitation dates from the XVIIIth century, former sugar estate converted into a manor house. Classic Creole architecture: arcaded galleries, canal tile roof, mahogany and acajou woodwork. The rooms occupy the restored wing and independent pavilions in the garden, ceiling height between 3.20 and 3.80 metres. Revisited colonial furniture, linen and cotton fabrics, bathrooms in Burgundy stone and cement tiles.

At the table

Restaurants, bar, service

The habitation restaurant offers a contemporary Creole menu: cod accras, black pork colombo, fish grilled over guava wood. Continental breakfast served under the varangue, fresh fruit juices from the garden, homemade jams. Rum bar with selection of aged agricoles from Marie-Galante and Basse-Terre. Room service available until 22h, reduced menu after dinner.

Highlights

Thermal spa with natural source, volcanic stone pools and Creole treatments
Three-hectare tropical garden with endemic species and organic vegetable garden
Restored XVIIIth-century colonial architecture, original woodwork and arcaded galleries
Infinity pool with canopy views, teak loungers under the palms
Free airport shuttle, twenty-five minutes from Pointe-à-Pitre, private parking included

Location & access

Where the hotel sits in Guadeloupe

The hotel stands on the heights of Petit-Bourg, commune between Pointe-à-Pitre and Basse-Terre, fifteen minutes from Pôle Caraïbes airport. Direct access to the Route de la Traversée (tropical forest, waterfalls), thirty minutes from Deshaies and Grande-Anse beaches. The neighbourhood is residential and agricultural, guaranteed nocturnal silence, no shops within walking distance. Car essential to explore, rental possible on site, free airport shuttle on arrival.

Good to know

Before you book

Pets: Accepted without supplement, basket and bowl provided on request.
Parking: Private and free, shaded spaces under the trees, electric charging points available.
Spa: Open 9h-20h, reservation recommended, access to thermal pools included for residents.
Pool: Infinity style, open 7h-21h year-round, loungers and towels provided.
Airport shuttle: Free on reservation, twenty-five minutes from Pointe-à-Pitre, departures on request.
Accessibility: Adapted PMR rooms on the ground floor, access ramps, lift to the spa.

Facilities

1 pool

Free Wi-Fi connection

Airport shuttle

Non-smoking rooms

Pets allowed

Restaurant

Facilities for disabled guests

Room service

Wi-Fi available everywhere

Private parking

Free parking