I stayed with my husband and two children at this hotel for 3 nights of a 6 night trip to St. Barths/St. Martin. As soon as we arrived via their hotel transfer we were warmly greeted by the hotel manager with some water. Since the hotel is very small, we were literally treated like royalty. Every morning the manager would come over to us to ask us if we were enjoying our stay, also suggesting excursions to take and restaurants to frequent. The library and bar area overlook the pool so you can sit on a couch and read a book or play on your laptop while your children swim for hours in the pool. The pool has a deep end that the kids can jump in. The pool is covered with palm trees so you don't have to worry about getting a wicked sunburn during your stay. The actual rooms are cottages that are decorated with simplistic yet sophisticated charm.

I highly recommend this hotel for the sophisticated traveler. It is a small boutique hotel that caters to its clientelle.

Well, its St. Barts right? Everything has to be wonderful! When we last went in 2005 we stayed in a villa in 2005 at Pointe Milou. This time we said we will try a hotel, but stay away from the more expensive ones - e.g. Eden Rock. We discovered the review on Trip Advisor on La Banane, and I can tell you the hotel is wonderful.

First let's discuss location - located in L'Orient, it is well positioned for all the beaches. You can get to Governeur (one of, if not, the best beaches in the world) within 5 minutes. St. Jean is right next door, and the main town and port within another 5 minutes drive. Superbly placed.

Next - the hotel. Not set on the water; who cares? You have to drive to get to the best beaches anyway. It is set in a tropical and lush environment - that almost seems like a rain forest. The entry and lobby reminded us of the hotel styles in the Sechelles - open air & beautiful. Sophie and team and delightful - every care was attended to - from tennis lessons, dinners, rentals, etc etc. Our favourite aspect of the services was the breakfast in the morning - get the fruit plate - it is just "to die for"!

Lastly - the rooms. We had the small cottage to the left of the entry area and the room was fantastic. Large bed, seating area. Double wash basins and shower. Terrace etc etc. No desk for working and they made the furniture so cool that I had to find a weird contruction to make a little desk in order to work!!!! Great job La Banane you did a great job at making it as uncomfortable as possible for me to do even the smallest amount of work.

Overall - a winner. My recommendation for this hotel would be for couples who return on their own to SB. If you have friends and can do a villa, probably a better bet for the money. If you want to come back with your partner on a quite get away without spending your entire yearly paycheck on the hotel (you have to save something for the restaurants right?) then go here.

I stayed at La Banane last March and I had a fabulous time there. It is the most charming hotel with attentive and friendly staff who will go out of their way to make your stay special. The pool is wonderfully glamorous and relaxing and the morning breakfasts are a delight!

I would highly recommend this hotel.

My wife and I had a lovely experience at La Banane. The room was tasteful, the palm tree filled grounds secluded and sophisticated. I felt that I was in the South of France. The staff was attentive and warm. Breakfasts are delightful by the pool. As to service, when my Mac computer failed I was escorted by a staff member, Laurent, to a computer store to have it repaired. The off season package, 3 days for 900 euros, including breakfast, a car and a dinner at Massai is the best bargain on the island.