Hotel Saint-Barth Isle De France Awarded Five-Star Status

Hotel Saint-Barth Isle de France is proud to announce that it has been granted a five star status. The property is now just one of only two hotels on St Barth’s to be awarded this rating.

Pool position:
swimming at the Hotel Saint-Barth Isle de France

   The distinction is a result of the hotel’s continued commitment to excellence in service and hospitality. The announcement was made by Conseil Territorial de Saint-Barthélemy.  

  Located on Flamands Bay amidst enchanting tropical gardens, this privately owned resort has a total of 39 room, suites and villas all individually decorated by renowned UK designer Penny Morrison.

   The property blends simplicity and elegance and its soft white beaches, turquoise waters and cooling offshore breezes make this sophisticated gem of a hotel the perfect choice for those looking for an intimate Caribbean retreat full of classic European charm.

Suite dreams: the interior is cool and understated

   Its onsite spa, the Isle De France Spa, comprises four treatment rooms and a Spa Pavilion located in the heart of the resort’s lush gardens. A recent collaboration with two of the world’s leading skincare brands, Natura Bissé and Intraceuticals, makes it the perfect place to relax, unwind and forget the stresses and strains of everyday life.

   The resort’s signature restaurant, La Case de l'Isle, remains one of the most popular on island. Overlooking the ocean with an al fresco setting, the menu offers simple, light and elegant French cuisine including fusion food, salads and grilled fish. After a day spent on the beach, it’s the perfect place to watch the sun go down.

   Rates at Hotel Saint-Barth Isle de France start from €470 per night. For reservations please call +59 0590 27 56 66, email hotel@isle-de-france.com or visit www.isle-de-france.com

Jean-Georges Vongerichten joins Eden Rock St Barths as Executive Chef

Island paradise:
The Eden Rock St Barths from the air

Luxury hotel, art gallery, recording studio, Eden Rock St Barths has a new attraction as Jean-Georges Vongerichten, joins the hotel as Executive Chef.  The first collaboration of its kind on the island of St Barths, Vongerichten will be responsible for the hotel’s two renowned restaurants - Sand Bar and On the Rocks.  

  At Eden Rock St Barths, one of the best known luxury hotels in the Caribbean there’s a relaxed, barefoot ambience at the aptly named Sand Bar which is open for breakfast and lunch.  Vongerichten’s menu includes exotic salads - Local Fish Tartare, Avocado, Radish, & Ginger Marinade and St. Barths Lobster Salad, Avocado, Tomato & Champagne Dressing - whole-wheat pizzas with Black Truffle and Fontina Cheese, grilled local fish and other wonderfully-crafted fare.

  On The Rocks with Jean-George is set on a stage and surrounded by water; an evening affair, it features a look-see kitchen, three levels of dining, a bar and spectacular views over St. Jean Bay.  The menu reflects Jean-Georges’ noted use of exotic and aromatic flavours; Local Lobster with Toasted Garlic Drawn Butter, Basil, Lemon, and Thai Coleslaw; Sea Scallops, Ponzu Sauce & Noodles and Beef Tenderloin with Soy Miso Butter and Carrots.  In addition, DJ Florent spins sounds to pair with cool cocktails served with fresh fruits and spices such as ginger, thyme and yuzu.   Try a Cherry Yuzu Old Fashioned (Bourbon Maker’s Mark, Brandied Cherry, Yuzu); a Kumquat Mojito (Light Rum Havana Club, Mint, Kumquat) or a Chili-Chili Bang Bang (Jalapeno infused Tequila Cuervo, Passion, Lime).

Seafood: On the Rocks by night

  Michelin-three-star chef, Vongerichten, has restaurants across the globe including Jean Georges in New York and the Spice Market in London.  A seasonsed traveller, the native Frenchman who was born in Alsace, France has long enjoyed his visits to the Caribbean island of St. Barths and draws inspiration for Eden Rock’s ever-changing menus from his travels around the world.

  Fabulous Feasts at Eden Rock-St Barths: the five-night stay starts from €3025 per room and includes breakfast and five beachside lunches or sunset dinners or a combination of the two (drinks not included).  V.I.P airport transfers, welcome drinks and a car to explore the island are also included. Based on two sharing and valid from 1st May to 31st July 2012.

Flights excluded.

(+590 590 29 79 94 / www.edenrockhotel.com)