Residence Oceane is a 25-room, off-the-beaten track, self-catering, budget-oriented hotel built into a steep hillside overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. With no restaurant or bar on-site and the nearest restaurants requiring a 20-minute drive, the hotel caters to self-sufficient guests, mostly families, who prefer to stock their small refrigerators and cook simple meals at the kitchenettes on their outdoor terraces. The rooms (some renovated) are simple and bright with beach-inspired decor and terraces that look out at the Atlantic and the flowering gardens. While not located directly on the beach, guests can walk or drive to Anse L’Étang, a beach that's popular with surfers. Those who must have a restaurant might consider the two-star Hotel Caravelle or the more upscale Le Domaine Saint Aubin.
Residence Oceane is a 25-room, off-the-beaten track, self-catering, budget-oriented hotel built into a steep hillside overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. With no restaurant or bar on-site and the nearest restaurants requiring a 20-minute drive, the hotel caters to self-sufficient guests, mostly families, who prefer to stock their small refrigerators and cook simple meals at the kitchenettes on their outdoor terraces. The rooms (some renovated) are simple and bright with beach-inspired decor and terraces that look out at the Atlantic and the flowering gardens. While not located directly on the beach, guests can walk or drive to Anse L’Étang, a beach that's popular with surfers. Those who must have a restaurant might consider the two-star Hotel Caravelle or the more upscale Le Domaine Saint Aubin.
Situated on Martinique’s quiet Caravelle Peninsula, Karibea Residence La Goelette offers lovely ocean views from its hilltop perch. The two-pearl property promises a solid list of amenities on paper, including two pools, a restaurant, a grocery store, and a poolside bar. However, as of early 2016, most were indefinitely closed, supposedly for renovations. The aging decor, lack of Wi-Fi outside the lobby, and general sense of abandonment will no doubt discourage some travelers. Rooms are dated and a bit worn, but reasonably clean, with small flat-screen TVs and water-view balconies with kitchenettes. Residence Marine Hotel Diamant offers similarly priced and appointed rooms with a slightly nicer resort-like feel on Martinique’s south shore at similar rates.
Situated on Martinique’s quiet Caravelle Peninsula, Karibea Residence La Goelette offers lovely ocean views from its hilltop perch. The two-pearl property promises a solid list of amenities on paper, including two pools, a restaurant, a grocery store, and a poolside bar. However, as of early 2016, most were indefinitely closed, supposedly for renovations. The aging decor, lack of Wi-Fi outside the lobby, and general sense of abandonment will no doubt discourage some travelers. Rooms are dated and a bit worn, but reasonably clean, with small flat-screen TVs and water-view balconies with kitchenettes. Residence Marine Hotel Diamant offers similarly priced and appointed rooms with a slightly nicer resort-like feel on Martinique’s south shore at similar rates.
Situated on Martinique’s famous south shore, the Residence Marine Hotel Diamant offers lovely views of Diamond Rock and the surrounding bay. On paper, the list of features seems excellent, particularly for a two-and-a-half-pearl property. However, everything about the property -- from the decor to the food to the amenities -- is mediocre. The 149 rooms feature flat-screen TVs, outdoor kitchenettes, and private, water-view balconies but decor is simple and dated. Lack of direct beach access, unpredictable restaurant hours, and poor Wi-Fi service are notable cons, but most guests come here for a budget holiday and are willing to put up with at least a few inconveniences. While a bit pricier, Hotel Corail Residence offers similar amenities plus a beach and more modern decor.
Situated on Martinique’s famous south shore, the Residence Marine Hotel Diamant offers lovely views of Diamond Rock and the surrounding bay. On paper, the list of features seems excellent, particularly for a two-and-a-half-pearl property. However, everything about the property -- from the decor to the food to the amenities -- is mediocre. The 149 rooms feature flat-screen TVs, outdoor kitchenettes, and private, water-view balconies but decor is simple and dated. Lack of direct beach access, unpredictable restaurant hours, and poor Wi-Fi service are notable cons, but most guests come here for a budget holiday and are willing to put up with at least a few inconveniences. While a bit pricier, Hotel Corail Residence offers similar amenities plus a beach and more modern decor.