Gustavia vacation rentals Self catering villas & holiday homes to rent in Gustavia
Gustavia is the capital of St Barths and sits on the hugely popular and exclusive white silky sand shores on the western coast of this elegant French West Indies island . The lively port area of Gustavia offers an unforgettable vacation and is the perfect destination for a family holiday, an escape with friends, or a romantic getaway.
The capital is bustling with life with the busy port and many designer boutiques attracting tourists from all over the island. During the evenings, there is a wide selection of cafes, cocktail bars such as Carl Gustav and fabulous restaurants to choose from including the popular Ti St Barths and L'Esprit. This hot spot is also home to some gorgeous beachfront property where you can rent a villa or apartment - Gustavia will keep you coming back year after year.
| At a glance | |
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| Superb shopping | ✔ |
| Family friendly | ✔ |
| Lively nightlife | ✔ |
| Superb beaches | ✔ |
| Port and marina | ✔ |
| Gustaf III Airport, 2.6km | ✔ |
| Nearest island | St Maarten (45 mins by ferry) |
Shell Beach
St Barts has magnificent beaches including Shell Beach which is a short walk from Gustavia. It is stunning but wear beach shoes because as the name suggests, the sand is covered in shells! The sea is shallow, gentle and teeming with tropical fish - perfect for swimming, snorkeling, sailing and diving.
After a day on the beach or sight seeing, the ideal way to end the day is to return to your own condo or villa rental, light up the BBQ, watch the sun go down and dine under the stars.
Featured Gustavia villas & apartments
Like most places in St Barts, the lodging options in and around the red-roofed capital town of Gustavia cater for all budgets and tastes from luxury beach front front villas looking on to the warm Caribbean waters to downtown apartments. Experience the very best of Gustavia by staying in a private vacation rental. Self catering villas in Gustavia villas are very popuar with families and groups as they provide flexibility and space to do what you want, when you want - home from home.
See all rentalsSimilar to many Caribbean islands, St Barts has a tropical climate. The temperature ranges from 80°F during the winter to 86°F in the summer, with highs of 90°F in July and August. The sea temperature can reach as high as 84°F during the summer which is great for swimming and diving. St Barth has two seasons known as “Carême” and “Hivernage.” Carême runs from 1st December until 30th May, when the air is cool and the temperatures are slightly lower and corresponds to the peak vacation time. Hivernage runs from 1st June to the 30th November and is hotter and more humid with the height of the hurricane season in September and October.
Top things to see and do in and around Gustavia
From your villa in Marigot, you can explore the whole island of St Barts and there are so many things to do on the island as well as island hopping to near by St Maarten.
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| Kalinas & Tainos pearl museum | ✔ |
| Indulge at one of the top restaurants | ✔ |
| Take a boat tour around the island | ✔ |
| Scuba diving | ✔ |
| Watersports - sailing, wind & kite surfing | ✔ |
| Take the frry to the Dutch island of St Maarten (45 minutes crossing) | ✔ |
| Yellow submarine tour | ✔ |
| Hire a 4X4 and tour the island | ✔ |
| Lunch at Niki Beach | ✔ |
Our view on Gustavia
Gustavia is a stunning location for a romantic getaway or a family holiday. Blessed with lovely beaches, fantastic shops and where the evenings can be spent relaxing at your villa or enjoying the capital's lively nightlife, Gustavia is the ideal location on St Barts to rent a luxury villa or holiday home.
