OK, I admit, it IS the best hotel in Gwadloup, BUT that doesn't mean it's the best hotel I've ever stayed at...The problem with Gwadloup is that tourism isn't really well developed, thus there are no major luxury hotel chains on the island (except for maybe the ridiculously expensive Club Med)... The Sofitel should not be a 4 star Sofitel,... More

Avoid this hotel. 1. Very rude personal; 2. Many stairs, you keep going up and down...; 3. Rooms with good size but need some refurnishment; 4. The beach is to avoid (the smallest hotel beach I have ever seen); 5. They charge you for sending a fax to another Sofitel hotel!!!(It happened to me); etc. etc. The island itself isnt... More

At the Pointe de Pitre airport, after making an easy money exchange, a nice cab driver was waiting to accomodate me. The hotel was not far. I was greeted at the Sofitel with a refreshing cloth and a rum punch (you may request it without alcohol). The view was awesome. The grounds were lush with enchanting iguanas during the day,... More

We stayed one week at the Auberge de la Vieille Tour in November 2000 through Air Canada Vacations. At the airport, we were kept waiting over 30 minutes for the prepaid shuttle. Apparently, we were waiting for more guests that never showed up. At the hotel, the clerk welcomed us with a cold face cloth which we really appreciated. It... More

Our experience at Auberge de la Vielle Tour was excellent. The hotel is VERY CLEAN, the staff is very helpful, and the gardens that surround the hotel are beautiful. The hotel offers a fabulous breakfast, including all the tropical fruits that you can imagine (and/or eat!). Be aware, however, that your dining options are limited to the outrageously expensive restaurants... More