La Toubana Hotel & Spa

hip boutique hotel with fantastic staff, great food and wonderful accommodations. The staff will do anything they can to make sure you’re comfortable. The views are fantastic. The beach area was cozy but great for cooling off in. The drink selection was fantastic. Would def stay here again.

First the great points - beautiful hotel with stunning views out across the bays, bar staff fabulous, friendly, welcoming, knowledgeable and professional- thanks to Christopher and his great team. Rooms (we had junior garden suite) lovely with good facilities as expected in a 5 star hotel. A reasonable stroll to the beach a bit of a climb back but very short and transport could be arranged if needed. Now the gripes which prevented a 5 rating these are the things that irked us may be they wouldn’t others. The food offering at the bar is poor we were there for 2 weeks and it didn’t change we of course went out and about and didn’t eat at the hotel daily but when we did with an ala carte restaurant or pool bar to chose from if you didn’t want a full on dining experience then the bar only offered a limited snack menu which stayed the same irrespective of time of day or eve - dips with toast, pizza or fried balls. At the beach the menu was more varied with salads why not offer this at the bar or fruit kebabs, grilled fish kebabs, grilled chicken etc. Getting about is difficult - car hire very expensive although we knew this before we left so was prepared. However what we weren’t prepared for was taking a taxi arranged by the hotel to Sainte Anne that cost 45 euro more than one we picked up from the local rank…. Needless to say we only arranged it through them once and made our own arrangements for a taxi other times - wasn’t the easiest as French very limited but with google translate we managed it.

This place is heaven on earth! We stayed 4 nights for our honeymoon, and our villa was AMAZING! Super spacious and well-appointed. The bed was super comfortable, and the bathroom was massive. Plenty of space in the closet for our belongings, and the mini-bar was well stocked. We loved having a small selection of local treats to try as well. The plunge pool and deck were so luxurious that we never wanted to leave. The food is incredible at the restaurant, bar, and beach club. The drinks are also to die for. We loved our couples massage -- much needed after the long flight. The service is unparalleled. Check-in was a breeze, and we got a great tour of the property. Our room had a beautiful welcome gift for our honeymoon. And everyone on staff was so helpful in navigating the area and providing suggestions. We hope to be back very soon!

The resort is beautiful - the setting, the high spots near the pool, the cove they have created and protect...the service at "La Plage" restaurant is great as is the food. The food and service at the Grande Bleu is average. And, the menu is pretty limited throughout the resort. Especially, if you're hungry between meal times. Breakfast should be a bit grander with more fruit and healthy options AND coffee and tea service with sweet "Good Mornings!" It felt as if it is designed for minimal staff interactions. Too bad for us as we love connecting with our hosts. The front desk staff is great! The coordination of activities is great. Our room was frustratingly small - but the worst was they did NOT honor the "Do Not Disturb" requests. Even when our tag was on our unit door! Lastly, the Fitness Center is in sharp contrast to everything else about this gorgeous place. With just a few improvements, they could really have a gem!! Three pieces of equipment are unsecured to the floor, which makes them wobble dangerously. The AC fan whines painfully all the time. The set-up is awkward and there are no light dumbbells or other small tools that could really round out the movement options. It's a shame, really. Because a great workout spot is key to a restorative vacation...and then you can indulge in the Spa! (Which we heard was nice...)

My wife and I, traveled to Guadaloupe and stayed a La Toubana for three nights. What a wonderful experience! The hotel itself is beautiful, views are breathtaking and the suite extremely spacious. The lovely beach down below is just a corner of paradise with a dedicated area for the hotel guests. Food was great in both restaurants. Yet, what really went above and beyond our expectations was the service. Every staff member is so accommodating and polite, genuine and pleasant at every interaction. I truly recommend staying here and I look forward to our next visit! Well done everybody:)