Gustavia travel guide

Gustavia Tourism | Gustavia Guide

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 8 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, Sand Bar - Eden Rock (St Jean Bay) and Shellona Beach (Rue de la Plage Shell Beach) are great picks.

When to visit Gustavia

Gustavia in September
Estimated hotel price
C$ 567
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gustavia in September
Estimated hotel price
C$ 567
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 6h 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 6h 45m.

Airports near Gustavia

Airlines serving Gustavia

KLM
Good (1,338 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,489 reviews)
Air Caraïbes
Good (42 reviews)
Corsair
Excellent (25 reviews)
Winair
Good (1 reviews)
Tradewind
Excellent (3 reviews)

Where to stay in Gustavia

Average rates range from around C$ 2,245 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 1,889 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Gustavia

Most booked hotels in Gustavia

Tropical Hotel St Barth
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 1,136+
Hotel Christopher Saint Barth
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 1,537+
Le Barthélemy Hotel & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 2,193+

Renting a car in Gustavia

Renting a car in Gustavia costs C$ 84 per day, on average, or C$ 672 if you want to rent it for 8 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 60% cheaper than airport locations in Gustavia.

Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Gustavia, while also 17% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Gustavia costs C$ 84 per day, on average, or C$ 672 if you want to rent it for 8 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 60% cheaper than airport locations in Gustavia.

Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Gustavia, while also 17% cheaper than other types, on average.

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