Fouquet’s Saint-Barth
Saint-Barthelemy
Fouquet’s Saint-Barth
Rue des Normands Gustavia, 97133, Saint-Barthélemy
www.hotelsbarriere.com/en/collection-fouquet-s/saint-barth
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
Barrière
Date of Creation
The group Barrière was created in 1912 and Fouquet’s Saint Barth was bought and renovated by the group Barrière in 2015.
Hotel Positioning
Fouquet’s Saint Barth is positioned as a 5-star hotel.
Development Strategy
Barrière pursued its growth and development strategy by announcing the new identity of the Fouquet’s brand, the most demanding expression of our hospitality.
From Paris and New York to Courchevel and St. Barths, Fouquet’s embodies a distinctive vision of ultra-luxury in the world’s most exclusive destinations — blending the everyday with the exceptional.
Fouquet’s Saint-Barth
History & Story
It is on the French island of Saint Barths in the Caribbean, a long-haul flight away from Europe, that Barrière has opened its 5-star Hotel that oozes luxury, elegance and French-style charm. Fouquet’s Saint Barths and its Suites, Loft and Villa, each with private pools, lie moored in the Caribbean, offering luxurious accommodation in the land of the trade winds. Amid tropical elegance that creates an ambiance of wellbeing, relaxation and letting go – Fouquet’s Saint-Barths is the perfect place for a romantic holiday, or for spending time with family and friends, enjoying the simple pleasures of being with your loved ones.
Everything is close by: the idyllic Shell Beach and its superb Shellona restaurant, the perfect setting in which to unwind, is just five minutes’ walk away; the lively port, with its tranquil alleyways and romantic, sophisticated boutiques; and the natural sea pools of Grand Fond and Petit-Cul de Sac. Not forgetting the renowned Beefbar Restaurant & Bar which has made the journey from Paris to offer guests the delicious and exciting cuisine created by 3-star Michelin Chef Pierre Gagnaire.
Fouquet’s Saint Barth is the only Hotel on the island boasting panoramic views of the port of Gustavia, the island’s capital. Retroceded to France by Sweden in 1877, the island of St Barths (covering an area of 24km2 ) is a French territory in the Caribbean, situated just 20km from Saint Martin and 200km south-east of Guadeloupe. As in mainland France, the island’s currency is the euro. “Discovered” in the 1950s by wealthy tycoons, and then in the early sixties by the jet-setters of the hippy era, discreet St Barths has been a popular destination for international film stars, celebrities and famous models ever since.
Date Renewal
Renovations started as soon as Fouquet’s was rebought in 2015. The 12 Suites and the main building which includes the lobby, spa, fitness, the Loft, 2 Exception Suites, 2 Junior Suites and the back office got completely renovated. The hotel also expanded its offer with the Villa Diane which is composed of 5 suites with a common space, terrace and pool situated behind the hotel. The design of the renovations was designed by Ghezzi Architects in collaboration with Gilles & Boissier.
Date added extensions
Delivered in November 2019
Main Strengths, Special Touch
The main strengths and special touch was to create a unique experience for the guests through the use of French style luxury in the Caribbean’s. This is done through the use of cabana chic caribbean colours.
Location
The hotel is placed in a peaceful tropical garden just a stone’s throw from Shell Beach and just three minutes above from the centre of Gustavia. The location offers some of the best views of St Barth’s, its port and neighbouring islands.
Key sites/activities in the area
Some key sites and activities in the area include the shell beach with its silky-soft sand. Not far, there are some small creeks which can be discovered with a picnic basket to hang for longer excursions. There is also the possibility to explore the wild and little-known sea pools at Grand-Fond or Petit Cul-de-Sac. Scuba diving enables you to discover the marine life of St Barths’ with its fish passes, stingrays, corals, and the remains of shipwrecks that have lain on the sea bed since the time of the great sailing ship. Other water activities include jet-skiing tours of the island as well as boat trips leaving from Shell port but also welcoming back the fishing boats early in the morning to be able to eat some freshly fished fish for lunch.
Children’s Corner
For the children there is a VIP concierge service as well as babysitting, tennis courses, ceramics, water activities (windsurfing, clear kayak, surfing), playground ( St-Jean for children between 3 and 10 years old from 9m to 7pm), artistic activities and outdoor cinema (AJOE) .
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
• Number of suites, (keys) in all: 21
• Number of Suites with private pools: 12
6 singles (2 Deluxe– 4 Prestige )
6 2-bedrooms (2 Deluxe– 4 Prestige)
• Number of suites in main building: 4
Suite Lucien Duplex Jacuzzi
Junior Suite Terrace & Seaview
Suite Pain de Sucre Infinity Pool
Junior Suite Pool & Seaview
• Villa Diane suites: 5
Restaurants & Bars
Restaurants
• Le Shellona – Beach restaurant with menu designed by Greek chef Yiannis Kioroglou which serves a selection of shellfish to accompany his salads, mezze and grilled specialities cooked and seasoned to perfection.
• Le Beefbar Restaurant & Bar –
A place where the World’s iconic recipes meet fine dining in a chic and elegant setting facing the Caribbean Sea.
From Monte-Carlo to St. Barts, Beefbar unveils a new way to enjoy exclusive beef : simply grilled, cooked in street food or delicately raw, savour the best meats of the world as Black Angus, Kobe or Wagyu. Discover a selection of the most famous international street food recipes twisted in a pure Beefbar style like the signature Croque Sando or the inimitable crunchy Rock Corn. On the Leaf & Reef side, you will find fresh and light options including the iconic Miso Spinach or the refreshing Hamachi Crudo. Do not forget to save a room for our luxurious, mouth-watering signature Soufflés!
Bars
• Le Beefbar Restaurant & Bar
• Le Bar Shellona – Cozy bar with view on the island’s most beautiful sunsets with the specialities of coconut milk, raspberry and watermelon lemonade.
Wellness
• The Diane Barrière Spa which offers treatment rooms and biological researched products
• Relaxation area
• Yoga studio
• Fitness room including cardio machines and technogym weights open 24h a day
• All bungalows and suites have their own pool except the Junior Suite Terrace Sea View
• The villa Diane has a shared infinity pool between the 5 suites
Extra Notable Features
On St Barths, everything is close by. Just a few steps separate Fouquet’s Saint Barth from Gustavia, the island’s capital. Firstly, you have Shell Beach and its silky-soft sand just a flight of steps away. However, other small creeks are also well worth discovering just a short distance from the hotel, perhaps by electric vehicle (with a driver if you prefer), and with a picnic basket to hand if you’re planning a longer excursion. Explore the wild and little-known sea pools at Grand-Fond or Petit- Cul-de-Sac; or if you’re a fan of freediving or scuba, why not discover the spectacular marine life of St Barths’ underwater world, with its fish passes, stingrays, coral and the remains of shipwrecks which have lain on the sea bed since the time of the great sailing ships. For those who enjoy an early start to the day, the chef offers a fascinating foodie-inspired visit to the port in time for the return of the island’s fishing boats at 7am, with the important task of selecting his fish of the day for lunch.
Nautical activities include a jet-ski tour of the island as well as boat trips leaving from Shell Beach, plus a picnic which can be enjoyed on board or at one of the island’s other beaches, where our Hotel staff will have prepared a beautiful lunch venue for you. Or you may prefer to take advantage of the snorkelling equipment available at Shell Beach, allowing you to explore the superb marine life in the waters around the hotel. Back on terra firma, activities include hiking with (or without) a professional guide to explore the island’s hidden footpaths, especially along Colombier beach on the north-west coast, from where the island of St Martin can be seen in fine weather. Most of these activities are also suitable for children.
At Fouquet’s enjoy: – Private yoga sessions on our bungalow terraces – An early morning visit to the port with chef Gil Dumoulin to meet the returning fishing boats and to choose fish for lunch – Aqua-bike sessions in our bungalow pools – Delicious picnics arranged by the hotel on neighbouring islands or on the ivory sand of the island’s wild beaches – Jet-ski and private boat trips – Scuba diving and snorkelling in the best spots around the island – (Electric) bike trips around the centre of Gustavia, the capital.
Number of employees
Full-Time: 11
Extra: 70