Eden Rock
OVERVIEW
As the island of St Barths’ original hotel, the Eden Rock on Baie de St Jean has a longstanding reputation for glamorous stays, delicious cuisine and charming design. Peering down into the bay from its privileged perch above a rocky promontory, the hotel is fringed by a white sand beach lapped by the turquoise waters of the Caribbean. Despite its dramatic location it’s a mere 10 minutes from the port and moments from the airport, so your transfer time will be miniscule (more time for holidaying).
This hotel attracts the A-list, from Leonardo di Caprio to Rihanna, and it’s firmly planted amid the bustling St Barths ‘scene’. The hotel boasts an eclectic selection of art which you can view all around the property though it feels more like a welcoming home than a look-but-don’t-touch gallery.
The hotel is family owned and Oetker managed, meaning the best of both worlds: all good intentions, but with the guarantee of impeccable service and development when needed.
SUMMARY
Rooms: 34
Location: St Barths
Nearest Airport: St Maartin
Board Basis: Bed & Breakfast
6 Reasons to visit Eden Rock
- Eclectic art collection on display around the hotel – you won’t miss the giant red stiletto
- Spa treatments can be enjoyed in your room or in an alfresco cabana on the beach
- The heart of the St Barths scene, this is the place to see and be seen
- There’s no pool, but the beach is right in front of the hotel and perfect for swimming
- Non-motorised watersports are complimentary, such as paddle boarding, rafting and kayaking
- On The Rocks, the hotel’s restaurant, is one of the best on the island
The recording studio at Eden Rock includes the 1973 Neve mixing console that John Lennon used to record Imagine.
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Where to stay
Eden Rock’s 34 different residences are varied and packed with Caribbean character. All are decorated in crisp whites and with an impressive collection of private artworks. The style is unfussy and unpretentious, designed to feel like a smart private home rather than a hotel.
The recording studio at Eden Rock includes the 1973 Neve mixing console that John Lennon used to record Imagine.
What to do
St Barths is a lively island with regular sailing regattas and music festivals. Eden Rock is the perfect base from which to explore the island. The coral reef that surrounds the rock is perfect for snorkelling. For some retail therapy we recommend a trip to Gustavia where you can pick up the latest collections from some of the world’s top designers.
The recording studio at Eden Rock includes the 1973 Neve mixing console that John Lennon used to record Imagine.
What and Where to Eat
The restaurants and bars at Eden Rock have become the meeting place for locals and it’s no wonder with their incredible location and world class menus. Choose from the relaxed Sand Bar or On The Rocks with its wonderful views over St Jean Bay.
The recording studio at Eden Rock includes the 1973 Neve mixing console that John Lennon used to record Imagine.
When to travel
| Month | Temp(C) |
Sun(hrs) |
Rain(mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
Jan |
27 | 10 | 65 |
Feb |
28 | 10 | 45 |
Mar |
28 | 10 | 55 |
Apr |
29 | 9 | 65 |
May |
30 | 8 | 90 |
Jun |
30 | 8 | 60 |
Jul |
30 | 8 | 80 |
Aug |
30 | 8 | 115 |
Sep |
31 | 9 | 125 |
Oct |
30 | 9 | 130 |
Nov |
29 | 10 | 125 |
Dec |
28 | 10 | 95 |