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Tortue marine de la réserve cousteau

Where to rent a villa in Guadeloupe?
The main areas to stay in Guadeloupe

Guadeloupe offers several different holiday atmospheres depending on the region chosen. Some areas attract visitors with their beaches and lively atmosphere, while others prioritize nature, tranquility, and authenticity.

Before booking your accommodation, it is important to define your priorities: white sand beaches, hiking, diving, nature discovery or proximity to major tourist sites.

Map of Guadeloupe and its seabed

How to choose your region in Guadeloupe?

Before booking, it is important to define your priorities:

✓ Paradise beaches

✓ Nature and hiking

✓ Diving and snorkeling

✓ Restaurants and entertainment

✓ Family vacation

✓ Peaceful stay

Grande-Terre: beaches and lagoons

Grande-Terre is captivating with its long white sand beaches, turquoise waters, and sunny atmosphere. It is a popular destination for:

  • Its picture-postcard beaches and lagoons.

  • Water sports: sailing, kitesurfing, diving and paddleboarding.

  • Its lively seaside resorts, restaurants and markets.

For what type of travelers?

  • Families

  • Beach lovers

  • Beach holidays

  • Nightlife

  • Shops and restaurants

The limits

  • Increased tourist traffic

  • Denser traffic

  • Less wild landscapes

Saint Anne beach and its leaning coconut tree

The sectors:

Note: Grande-Terre is generally the most touristy region of the island.

Saint Anne
 

Atmosphère familiale et plages protégées.

Saint Francis

Modern seaside resort with marina and excursions to La Désirade.

Le Gosier

Situation centrale et vie nocturne plus développée.

Basse-Terre: nature and authenticity

Basse-Terre offers a wilder and greener side of Guadeloupe. Between tropical forest, volcanic landscapes and marine life, it delights nature lovers and explorers.

It's an ideal destination to enjoy:

  • Numerous hikes in the heart of the rainforest.

  • Waterfalls and rivers nestled in lush vegetation.

  • Preserved natural landscapes, particularly around the Soufrière volcano.

  • Renowned diving sites and seabeds rich in biodiversity.

For what type of travelers?

  • Nature

  • Hiking

  • Diving

  • Snorkeling

  • Authenticity

  • Tropical landscapes

The limits

  • More hilly terrain

  • Many activities require a car

Antilles waterfall seen from the sky

The sectors:

Note : Basse-Terre is the wildest and most natural part of the island.

Boiling

Known for the Cousteau Reserve.

Pointe-Noire

Cadre naturel préservé.

Deshaies

L'un des villages les plus appréciés de Guadeloupe.

Why choose Deshaies?

Deshaies: the best balance between beaches, nature and tranquility

Located on the leeward coast, Deshaies charms with its Creole village, its beaches with varied landscapes and its generous natural environment.

It is a pleasant starting point for discovering Basse-Terre, enjoying the coastline, exploring the natural riches of Guadeloupe and finding a peaceful atmosphere, far from the hustle and bustle of the large seaside resorts.

The advantages of Deshaies

  • Grande Anse, one of the most beautiful beaches in Guadeloupe

  • Petite Anse

  • Leroux Beach

  • Deshaies Botanical Garden

  • Cousteau Reserve, in Bouillante

  • Restaurants and Creole cuisine

  • Authentic and relaxed atmosphere

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Learn more about Deshaies

Where to stay in Deshaies?

Nature Caraïbe Lodge

Located in the residential area of Ferry, in the municipality of Deshaies, Nature Caraïbe Lodge enjoys a privileged location between Deshaies and Pointe-Noire, close to the beaches and the main natural sites of Basse-Terre.

This detached villa features a private pool, a tropical garden, and panoramic sea views. A pleasant setting to enjoy peace and quiet and explore Guadeloupe.

Entrance to the Nature Caraibe Lodge villa

Conclusion

Choosing where to stay in Guadeloupe depends primarily on your travel desires and the experiences you wish to have.

For those seeking a balance between beaches, nature, authenticity and tranquility, Deshaies offers a privileged setting to discover Basse-Terre and its landscapes.

In Deshaies, Nature Caraibe Lodge welcomes you to an independent villa with private pool, tropical garden and panoramic sea view, to fully enjoy your stay in Guadeloupe.

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