Tucked along the northeast coast of French Saint-Martin, Orient Bay isn’t just a beach — it’s a mindset. Sun-drenched mornings drift into barefoot, wine-soaked evenings, where even your croissant feels like a conscious choice. No buffet lines. No all-you-can-regret packages. Just slow living, long lunches, and an island rhythm that leans French Riviera with a Caribbean soul.

The Beach: Iconic, Unfiltered, Sublime

Two miles of white sand and clear turquoise water, Orient Beach is the island’s most famous shoreline — and for good reason. Loved by locals and travelers alike, it’s casually divided: from family-friendly stretches to the famously clothing-optional Club O zone (consider yourself warned… or intrigued). 
Lounge in style at your favorite beach club. Order the rosé. Let the day take the lead. Feeling bold? Parasail, paddleboard, jet ski — or just drift in the shallows like you own the place (because today, you kind of do).

Eat Like You Mean It

In Orient Bay Village, food isn’t just fuel — it’s foreplay. From sunset dinners at Le Piment to toes-in-the-sand lunches at Kontiki, this little square brings global flavors with French flair. Today’s craving: perfectly grilled lobster. Tomorrow’s: duck confit tacos or that molten chocolate thing you “didn’t plan to finish.” And the wine? Naturally. You’re in French territory. Respect the terroir.

Where to Stay: Villas with Soul

Hotels are fine. But you didn’t come all this way for “fine.” Our BookStMartin villas are handpicked for travelers who want privacy, style, and space — without missing a beat. Come solo, come as a couple, come with your chosen chaos of kids and friends. We’ve got your perfect match.

After Dark: Soft Beats, Barefoot Vibes

As the sun dips, Orient Bay doesn’t go to sleep — it slows its pulse. Beach bars glow. DJs set the mood. Long dinners spill into midnight dancing under the stars. Skip the neon. Keep the glow.

Local Life: Soulful, Simple, Satisfying

Stroll through Orient Bay Market for handmade finds, rum bottles, and straw hats you’ll swear you needed. Take a boat to Pinel Island. Have lunch in Grand Case. Talk to a local — they’ll point you to the flakiest croissants or that beach no one tags on Instagram.

When to Go

• Dec–Apr: Peak perfection — breezy, dry, and divine.
• May–June & Nov: Gorgeous weather, fewer people, prime villa availability.
• July–Oct: Quieter, warmer, and those dramatic skies? Unreal.

A Few Parting Tips

• Pack light. You’ll rotate between linen, swimwear, and one nice outfit for dinners that turn into something more.
• Rent a car — or let us arrange your transfers and excursions.
• Book early for peak season — the best spots don’t wait around.
• Leave space in your schedule for absolutely nothing. That’s when the real memories begin.