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Le Grand Bleu – reviews, photos

3.0 of 5
Parc de la Baie, Orient Bay 97150, St. Maarten/St. Martin (Formerly Caraibes Beach Hotel)
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Le Grand Bleu
Ranked #4 of 6 hotels in Orient Bay
4.0 of 5 stars 109 Reviews
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Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
1 review
“Exceeded our expectations!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012

We spent four nights at Le Grand Bleu while in the area for two weeks and wish we would have spent more of our time there! Sylvia and Gerard were very helpful, welcoming, and engaging. They always had time for our questions and gave us good suggestions. When I needed to see a doctor for an unexpected allergy, Sylvia arranged for me to see a doctor immediately. They went out of their way to ensure we felt comfortable and were well taken care of.
The rooms are very comfortable and clean, and we could see the ocean from our second story balcony. The kitchenette was very user friendly and we made our breakfast in it every day. The cleaning staff did a good job and were pleasant as well.
It is minutes walk to Orient Beach and only a short walk to the restaurants and market.
We will definately stay at Le Grand Bleu again next time we visit St. Martin. Thanks Sylvia and Gerard for making our stay so enjoyable!

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Ottawa, Canada
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“Security in Le Grand Bleu”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012
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person found this review helpful

Hello,

I'd like to know about security in this hotel:

1) Is there receptionist at the front desk all the time?

2) Does each room has safety box to keep the travel documents?

Thanks a lot,
Leopard777

Stayed July 2011, travelled with friends
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legrandbleusxm, Manager at Le Grand Bleu, responded to this review
7 February 2012
Dear Madam, Dear Sir,
Further to your review please find below the answers to your questions.
1) The reception is opened from 8h30 am to 1 pm and from 3 pm to 8 pm.
2) Each room has a safety box
Don't hesitate to contact us for any information
Sunny Regards
Gerard (hotel manager at Le Grand Bleu)
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Cincinnati, Ohio
1 review
“Perfect Location”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012

Every year we return to this part of Orient Beach. This is truely a perfect location. Very close to the beach (walk 2 minutes max). The rooms are basically the same as other nearby hotels with better furnishings, and a better more quiet air conditioning system. Gerard and Sylvia make this hotel very special. Very pleasant and very sincere in making sure that each guest is having a perfect time. We will certainly make this our top choice in the years to come.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Caribleisure, USA SALES OFFICE at Le Grand Bleu, responded to this review
28 January 2012
As Director of the USA Sales and Marketing office for Le Grand Bleu (and other Orient Bay Hotels) I thank you so much for your comments. Sylvia and Gerard will be very pleased when I forward your remarks to them. Hope you visit again soon!
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Ottawa, Canada
1 review
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“The Best of St. Martin in Orient Bay!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012
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person found this review helpful

We just got back from our third trip to St. Martin and have to say that it was by far the best one yet. We are in love with this island, and are now in love with Sylvia, Gerard and Guillaume & Le Grand Bleu. The rooms are spacious, clean and well equipped, and our room had a lovely garden terrasse, where we enjoyed quiet breakfasts, listening to the ocean right at our door step. Gerard, Sylvia and Guillaume went out of their way to ensure we were well taken care of and spent hours with us helping us with things like car rentals, restaurant recommendations and booking our return flight. We miss Le Grand Bleu, Gerard, Sylvia and Guillaume dearly and can't wait to go back to our 'second home'.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“A nice French hotel with a great location on the best beach in the Carib!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2012
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I've been coming to this hotel almost every year for ten years. I love the location and the convenience from the beach restaurants and bars to the stores where you can buy fresh croissants and baguettes. My wife loves the beach and gourmet restaurants located nearby in Grand Case. Over the years the hotel was declining gradually and hit it's nadir this summer. Fortunately, a new manager Gerard, has come to the rescue! Gerard is also a partial owner of the hotel. In the 10 days we were there in December, he was working non stop with his staff and contractors to get the hotel fixed, painted, and updated. In summation, this hotel offers great location, a nice clean room, and convenience. I believe it to be a very good value.

  • Stayed December 2011
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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  • Hotel Cap Caraibes
  • Cap Caraibes Orient Bay
Address: Parc de la Baie, Orient Bay 97150, St. Maarten/St. Martin (Formerly Caraibes Beach Hotel)
Price range (per night):* INR6,130 - 11,648

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