St. Anne Beach
St. Anne Beach
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Plage très sympas et familiale, idéal pour les familles avec petits enfants. Guadeloupe Activités. Plusieurs activités.
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Martin G
43 contributions
Apr 2023
We were here as part of a 14 day cruise and spent the day at Plage St. Anne. Know it is a 30 min taxi ride rom the port, frequent stopped and slow traffic due to tunnels, narrow streets, etc. which costs 10 euros per person, each way. The beach is fairly crowded, commercial and shallow. The downtown we drove through had many buildings covered with graffiti, and trash left on the walks/alleys. I can't imagine coming here for a vacation. We've been on 30+ Carribean cruises and pretty much seen it all, but this has to be in the top 10 worst destinations.
Written 24 April 2023
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Ava B
Westminster, Colorado, United States96 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
Soft white sand beach with calm clear turquoise water. Perhaps the best beach we’ve visited in the Caribbean. Gets crowded, for good reason. Toilets and rinsing showers available.
Written 5 February 2020
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Teresa S
Chatham, UK893 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
We docked at Pointe a Pitre Guadeloupe 8am. We left the ship and took an organised excursion to St Anne's Beach. We had 4 hrs to explore the market and the beach.
Local cafes, shops etc staff speak good English. Relaxed on the sun kissed beach , took a dip in the crystal clear waters, watched the fish Swimming around our feet.
Local cafes, shops etc staff speak good English. Relaxed on the sun kissed beach , took a dip in the crystal clear waters, watched the fish Swimming around our feet.
Written 12 March 2024
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Heather C
Branchville, NJ52 contributions
Mar 2022 • Couples
While staying at Club Med La Caravelle from the US, we walked almost everyday into town. The market was amazing. The bakery on the corner delicious. But the best was our morning cappuccino at Au Bord de l’Eau at the end of the beach with the red umbrellas! They also serve a great daiquiri! Enjoy!
Written 30 March 2022
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monikaKalicinska
Roznov pod Radhostem, Czech Republic47 contributions
Dec 2019
If you are looking for a perfect catalogue-like beach, then that`s the correct choice. Crystal clear water, white sand and coconut trees are the real caribbean treasure.
Written 1 April 2020
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GRZ
Chicago, IL11,708 contributions
Nov 2021
It's a "hidden Caribbean gem" - as crazy as it sounds... we have been to so many islands and places around Caribbeans and I must say this is one of the nicest beaches out there - the trick to experiencing is coming to a French island that goes by EU rules and laws and where everyone speaks French, only! That being said it's hidden from non-French speakers :)
Yes, there are some English speaking people visiting Guadeloupe (and Martinique) but the truth is that if these French West Indies were popular among Americans or more "openly English speaking" you would be hearing about this beach every time Caribbean region is mentioned vs. Arubas, DRs, and the like... and maybe that's a good thing too because even more people would come here and it would feel definitely overcrowded, while it already gets very busy on the weekends and Sundays especially
There are basically 3 protected coves (with the first starting east by hotel Le Nil - where we actually stayed and had a chance to see and experience St Anne beach every day, and loved it!) and then one longer stretches for a while - pleeeeeenty of room for everyone. The added bonus are the palm trees - reminded me of one of my all time favorite Bavaro Beach in DR - so amazingly tropical! The shade those palms give out is absolutely priceless and people do take advantage of it a lot! That longer stretch doesn't have as many trees though so plan your spot accordingly. There are no beach chair rentals here etc. everyone just comes with a towel or maybe their own beach chair from home at most. There are plenty of good restaurants and food trucks here as well. Don't recall restrooms though, other than of course ones at the restaurants but since our hotel was right there I didn't get to check for one, sorry.
Water is super peaceful and mostly shallow protected by coral reefs - plenty of people doing snorkeling but I was so lazy and "lazy" because of rhum most of the time that I just floated and simply cooled off in the water rather than being active :P veryyyyy picturesque beach/water scenery - trust me!!! Also, great for sunsets and with the view of Basse Terre (you can also see La Desirade, Marie Galante and Des Saintes as well) - visual perfection!
The parking lot isn't the biggest but it looked like Sunday was the only day where people struggled to find a spot (be careful as local police does write parking violation tickets, yep this is not another Caribbean island, they do abide the law here a bid more than somewhere else in this amazing region of the world if you know what I mean :P)
It felt safe, it felt family friendly, it felt like a place everyone comes to enjoy and share - definitely top 5 of my life right next to Bavaro Beach in DR, Cape Santa Maria in Long Island, Bahamas, Grand Anse in Grenada, and Matira in Bora Bora - just to give you a range of what I am comparing it against!
Yes, there are some English speaking people visiting Guadeloupe (and Martinique) but the truth is that if these French West Indies were popular among Americans or more "openly English speaking" you would be hearing about this beach every time Caribbean region is mentioned vs. Arubas, DRs, and the like... and maybe that's a good thing too because even more people would come here and it would feel definitely overcrowded, while it already gets very busy on the weekends and Sundays especially
There are basically 3 protected coves (with the first starting east by hotel Le Nil - where we actually stayed and had a chance to see and experience St Anne beach every day, and loved it!) and then one longer stretches for a while - pleeeeeenty of room for everyone. The added bonus are the palm trees - reminded me of one of my all time favorite Bavaro Beach in DR - so amazingly tropical! The shade those palms give out is absolutely priceless and people do take advantage of it a lot! That longer stretch doesn't have as many trees though so plan your spot accordingly. There are no beach chair rentals here etc. everyone just comes with a towel or maybe their own beach chair from home at most. There are plenty of good restaurants and food trucks here as well. Don't recall restrooms though, other than of course ones at the restaurants but since our hotel was right there I didn't get to check for one, sorry.
Water is super peaceful and mostly shallow protected by coral reefs - plenty of people doing snorkeling but I was so lazy and "lazy" because of rhum most of the time that I just floated and simply cooled off in the water rather than being active :P veryyyyy picturesque beach/water scenery - trust me!!! Also, great for sunsets and with the view of Basse Terre (you can also see La Desirade, Marie Galante and Des Saintes as well) - visual perfection!
The parking lot isn't the biggest but it looked like Sunday was the only day where people struggled to find a spot (be careful as local police does write parking violation tickets, yep this is not another Caribbean island, they do abide the law here a bid more than somewhere else in this amazing region of the world if you know what I mean :P)
It felt safe, it felt family friendly, it felt like a place everyone comes to enjoy and share - definitely top 5 of my life right next to Bavaro Beach in DR, Cape Santa Maria in Long Island, Bahamas, Grand Anse in Grenada, and Matira in Bora Bora - just to give you a range of what I am comparing it against!
Written 10 December 2021
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JFG
Daytona Beach, FL16 contributions
Nov 2017 • Family
We were intrigued. This beach ranks as #1 on TripAdvisor for St-Anne? The beach is small, crowded and dirty. The restaurants - apart from a few exceptions - are equally below expectations. Sure the water is clear but you can find that water quality in several spots along the coast. The traffic to get there - and to get out - is insane. Don't get fooled, it doesn't deserve the ranking that it has. It's a public beach. It's safe for kids. Easy to get street food. That's about it. As a tropical setting, it's utterly depressing.
Written 28 December 2017
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Mispi
Zilina, Slovakia463 contributions
Jan 2014 • Couples
There very easy to get here from Pointe a Pitre cruise port. It is possible to take a bus from La Darse bus station - ask for it people in the Darse square /10 minutes walk from pier/ for 2,80 Euro /one way. / they go very often all day long.
The way lasts around 30 minutes
The beach itself is very nice, clean, no so much seaweed, calm clear water, soft white sand. The strip is long with more man made lagoons, shade under trees. There are not so many vendors and if yes, they are very polite. Market along the street has many colorfull regional products, fruits and drinks.
Very nice seaside promenade connect various parts of this beautifull beach.
There are stalls and shacks with food and cold drinks
Some parts are crowded in weekends, but beach is wide and everybody can find a place.
Realy nice place.
The way lasts around 30 minutes
The beach itself is very nice, clean, no so much seaweed, calm clear water, soft white sand. The strip is long with more man made lagoons, shade under trees. There are not so many vendors and if yes, they are very polite. Market along the street has many colorfull regional products, fruits and drinks.
Very nice seaside promenade connect various parts of this beautifull beach.
There are stalls and shacks with food and cold drinks
Some parts are crowded in weekends, but beach is wide and everybody can find a place.
Realy nice place.
Written 14 February 2014
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Angelicpawlosia
Champs-sur-Marne, France67 contributions
May 2018 • Couples
What a paradise!
It is a super busy beach so make sure to go there early to find a parking space!
We go there at around 8 and we are basically alone (if you don’t count other 3-3 people hanging on the beach).
The water is beautiful, clean and absolutely perfect to swim in.
Since it belongs to a ‘med club’ hotel, it is very well maintained and algae (sargasse) coming from Brazil is kept away.
I love this beach so much!
It is a super busy beach so make sure to go there early to find a parking space!
We go there at around 8 and we are basically alone (if you don’t count other 3-3 people hanging on the beach).
The water is beautiful, clean and absolutely perfect to swim in.
Since it belongs to a ‘med club’ hotel, it is very well maintained and algae (sargasse) coming from Brazil is kept away.
I love this beach so much!
Written 26 May 2018
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shoulddomoreyoga
Guadeloupe12 contributions
Mar 2015 • Family
It's got white sand and palm trees, a fair few beer caps and cigarette ends, and it's a real beach to visit. The water is superb for swimming when the weather is right, which is most of the time as the beaches are protected and face away from the winds. You can see fish swimming next to you.
It can get busy during the winter, but when you're swimming in the beautiful blue sea it doesn't matter if someone has put their towel next to yours on the beach. There are lots of places to get food and drinks, a sweet market to buy souvenirs and island made juice. one of the great things is that everyone uses this beach and there's no big hotel looming in the background.
There are public toilets available, bring 50 cents in Euros obviously. I don't think anyone minds if you get changed on the beach.
It can get busy during the winter, but when you're swimming in the beautiful blue sea it doesn't matter if someone has put their towel next to yours on the beach. There are lots of places to get food and drinks, a sweet market to buy souvenirs and island made juice. one of the great things is that everyone uses this beach and there's no big hotel looming in the background.
There are public toilets available, bring 50 cents in Euros obviously. I don't think anyone minds if you get changed on the beach.
Written 14 April 2015
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ciao, vorrei sapere se dal porto prendiamo un taxi per la spiaggia di St. Anne, poi per tornare in nave il pomeriggio, ci sono taxi disponibili o rischiamo di rimanere a terra??' :)
Written 26 November 2019
hi John how much was the cab do you remember as there are only the two of us, with thanks for sharing!
Written 15 February 2019
So sorry I don't recall the total amount. I bargained with him outside the terminal but I do remember it wasn't very costly. Maybe $10 euros each???
Sorry!
Written 17 February 2019
Hallo Jochen, wir werden auch in wenigen Wochen i.R. einer Kreuzfahrt auf Guadelope sein.Wüssten Sie evtl., wie ich zu diesem Strand vom Kreuzfahrtterminal gelange und wie zurück! Außerdem wüsste ich gerne wie lang die Fahrt in etwa dauert.
Vielen Dank und Gruß aus Münster von Claudia
Written 27 January 2019
Bonjour
Je suis désolé mais je ne sais pas où est votre terminal de croisière
Bonne soirée
Thierry
Written 27 January 2019
Bonjour,
Pouvez vous me dire s’il y a des sargasses sur les plages de Ste Anne
Merci
Cordialement
Written 8 September 2018
Bonjour. Sur la plage du bourg non. Baignade excellente. J'y étais le 09 septembre.
Written 11 September 2018
bonjour, pouvez vous me renseigner au sujet de l'état des plages de st anne concernant les sargasses
merci de votre contribution
Written 27 March 2018
je suis allé a Ste Anne en février et je n en ai pas vu
de plus st Anne bénéficie d'une barrière de corail qui "filtre " les eaux du large et qui donne à la plage tout son calme et toute sa limpidité à l eau
allez y vous ne serez pas déçu
bon sejour
Written 28 March 2018
y a t il à Saint Anne des plages avec location de transat s'il vous plaît ?
Written 23 January 2018
Bonjour,
Oui après le poste de secours
En face des camions qui vendent à manger le midi.
Il y a une pile de transats, il faut juste voir avec la dame qui s’en occupe.
Je crois que c’est 10 ou 15€ la journée mais je ne suis pas sure, je lui ai posé la question une fois mais j’ai un peu oublié la réponse :-)
Written 24 January 2018
Sylvie L
Paris, France
Bonjour. La Guadeloupe sera la dernière escale de notre croisiere le 2 février 2018. Je souhaite aller sur Sainte Anne. Y a t'il un moyen de se doucher après la baignade car nous prenons l'avion directement dans l'après-midi ?
Merci de vos réponses
Sylvie
Written 16 January 2018
bonjour, oui il y a des douches commune , entre le marché et les restaurants
Written 16 January 2018
Has anybody got a Taxi from cruise port to sainte ann and know the cost.
Written 14 December 2017
What town does the cruise port stop at? It’s about a 20 minute ride from Gosier to Ste Anne Beach. A bit longer from Bas du Fort. I would think that is not so expensive as a taxi to Basse Terre or the west coast of Guadeloupe.
Written 15 December 2017
Hallo,
wir fliegen in 5 Wochen nach Guadeloupe und sind in einer Villa in Saint Francois untergebracht.
Ich suche noch Informationen zu den schönsten Stränden, guten/preiswerten Restaurants, Supermärkten, Tour - Anbietern etc. abseits der hier aufgeführten.
Dinge die man sich sparen kann sind aber genau so nützlich für mich.
Ein Auto haben wir gemietet so dass wir mobil sind.
Würde mich über Tipps freuen und sag schon mal danke!
Gruß aus Sachsen
Written 7 December 2015
Guten Abend dann der nächtliche Markt st ist François der Dienstag Abend im Markt der Rotunde, die sympathischen Restaurants, Lokal ist " die Füße in l Wasser " klein Languste Qualität, Preis c ist auf der Höhe, die schönen Strände überall auf Guadeloupe, und die Ausflüge in der Top c ist Kleines Land(Erde) zu Beginn st, François, sehen Sie auf meiner Website(Gegend) an, geben es unterschiedliche Boote, und es wird Wiese notwendig sein, reservieren Sie ihre Plätze, weil die Boote in dieser Periode schnell vollständig sind.
Patou Excursions
Written 14 December 2015
We would like to rent a 2bed,2 bath in January. Any recommendations? We are are 2 retired couples looking for some good food and drinks with some shopping on the side! Also a few points of interest. Thanks so much. Foofoo
Written 28 October 2015
So you scored the can't miss air fare deal from Norweigian huh ?? Do any of you speak French ?? If not, don't go here. Bite the bullet and cancel your flight. We just got back. Sorry I found that deal, but anyway. I would get a "Gite" on VRBO or AirBnB near St Anne or St Franscois. Rental car is a must. Traffic is horrendous. You can find at the Tourist office a map with 6 suggested routes to see everything. We combined it into 3 and saw it all. The maps and suggestions are all in French, but we made it out enough to see them all. Keep in mind , ALL of the places, like Botanical Gardens, Parks and distilleries are in French. We paid the entrance fees than fumbled through the sites on our own. That was a waste of time. Be careful at some of the beaches along the way. Apparently the French welfare system is like ours, everybody gets a check. That was more pronounced on the Basse Terre side, not sure why. I would use the beach at Pierrre & Vac since it is on a public beach, just go down the road along the fence, there's free parking, beach chairs, pools and amenities that we paid for at the resort. I know this question is over a year old, but if you are considering going, this may help.
Written 30 March 2017
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