La Dunette Hotel Restaurant is a small hotel in Sainte-Anne, the village at the southern tip of Martinique that gives access to some of the island’s best-known beaches. The appeal is the setting: a relaxed seaside village with a church, a market, small restaurants and a short walk or drive to Grande Anse des Salines, the long beach of palms and white sand that many visitors consider the finest on the island. The hotel has a restaurant on site, which makes it easy to eat well without going far, and the atmosphere is informal and friendly. It suits couples, beach lovers and independent travellers who prefer a small place with local character to a large resort, and who are happy to spend their days on the sand and their evenings in the village.
Location and getting around
The hotel is in Sainte-Anne, on the southern end of Martinique, roughly an hour by road from Martin Aimé Césaire International Airport, depending on traffic. The beaches of Anse Trabaud and Grande Anse des Salines are a short drive away, and the village centre, with its restaurants and shops, is within walking distance. A hire car is the best way to explore, though taxis can be arranged.
The rooms
Expect straightforward rooms in a small hotel, with air conditioning or fans and, in some, views over the gardens or the sea. Check what each category offers when you book, since layouts and facilities differ. If you want quiet, ask for a room away from the restaurant and the road.
Who it suits
Couples, beach lovers and independent travellers who want a small hotel with character and an easy walk to the village. It is also a good base for snorkelling, kayaking and hiking on the southern coast. Guests who want a large resort with a big pool, a spa and a full programme of entertainment will find those on the Trois-Ilets peninsula.
Good to know
Meals are normally paid separately, so check whether breakfast is included in your rate. French is the main language, though English is understood in most tourist settings. Carry euros, and take cash for small shops and beach stalls. The south is hot and breezy, so bring reef-safe sunscreen, a hat and plenty of water for beach days.
Eating, drinking and extras
The restaurant serves Creole and French dishes, with fresh fish and seafood a highlight, and the village has more places to eat, from snack bars to restaurants with sea views. Rum punch is the island’s signature drink, and the south has several distilleries within easy reach. Tour desks and hosts can arrange boat trips, snorkelling at the reefs and visits to the coastal sights.
When to go
The dry season from December to April is the most popular, with settled weather and the highest prices. Summer is hotter and wetter, with lower rates, and the hurricane season runs from June to November, so choose flexible bookings and consider travel insurance. Reserve early for Christmas, New Year and carnival, when the southern beaches are at their busiest.
Why stay here
- ✓Village location in Sainte-Anne
- ✓On-site restaurant
- ✓Near the south coast beaches
- ✓Walking distance to the village
- ✓Air-conditioned or fan-cooled rooms
- ✓Garden or sea views
- ✓Tour help
- ✓Parking arrangements
Good questions
Is La Dunette close to the beaches?+
Yes, it is in Sainte-Anne, near the beaches of the south coast, including Grande Anse des Salines, a short drive away.
Does it have a restaurant?+
Yes, there is a restaurant on site, and the village has more places to eat.
Do I need a car?+
A car is the best way to explore, though taxis can be arranged. The village centre is within walking distance.
