Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Gustavia travel guide

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You're Going to Love Gustavia

With 5,988 inhabitants, Gustavia is the most populous city in Saint Barthélemy. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Gustavia has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Gustavia

If you’re looking for affordable options, La Case (Baie des Flamands) and Christopher Coutanceau, Cuisiner Pêcheur (Pointe Milou) are great picks.

When to visit Gustavia

Gustavia in September
Estimated hotel price
C$ 954
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gustavia in September
Estimated hotel price
C$ 954
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Gustavia

Plane

When flying to Gustavia, you’ll arrive at Gustavia St Barthelemy (SBH), which is located 1 km from the city centre The shortest flight to Gustavia from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 23h 45m.

Plane

When flying to Gustavia, you’ll arrive at Gustavia St Barthelemy (SBH), which is located 1 km from the city centre The shortest flight to Gustavia from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 23h 45m.

Airports near Gustavia

SBHGustavia St Barthelemy

Airlines serving Gustavia

KLM
Good (1,441 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,523 reviews)
Air Caraïbes
Good (44 reviews)
Corsair
Good (25 reviews)
Winair
Excellent (3 reviews)
Tradewind
Excellent (2 reviews)
Cape Air
Excellent (36 reviews)
St Barth Commuter
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Where to stay in Gustavia

Average rates range from around C$ 2,035 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 2,374 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Gustavia

Most booked hotels in Gustavia

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Tropical Hotel St Barth
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 1,423+
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Gyp Sea Saint Barth
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 1,807+
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Hotel Christopher Saint Barth
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 1,803+
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Renting a car in Gustavia

Renting a car in Gustavia costs C$ 93 per day, on average, or C$ 374 if you want to rent it for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Gustavia.

Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Gustavia, while also 40% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Gustavia costs C$ 93 per day, on average, or C$ 374 if you want to rent it for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Gustavia.

Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Gustavia, while also 40% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Gustavia

Intermediate SUV

5 adults, 3 Bags

C$ 69/day

Intermediate SUV

SUV

2 adults, 2 Bags

C$ 69/day

SUV
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