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Eden Rock St Barths
St Jean Bay, St Barts
4.8
743 member reviewsPerched on its own rocky promontory above St Jean Bay since 1953, Eden Rock remains St Barts' original — and grandest — glamour address.
The Experience
- Perched on its own St Jean Bay rock
- Founded by Rémy de Haenen in 1953
- St Barts' original glamour address
Amenities
Private BeachPoolSpaRestaurantBarWater Sports
Location
Nearest airport
Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
~33 kmapprox. 45 min transfer
Know before you go
Best time · currency · costs · tipping · power · jet lag · holidays & more
Know before you go
Best time · currency · costs · tipping · power · jet lag · holidays & more
Best time to visit
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Peak months: Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct.
Late spring and early autumn are mild and less crowded.
Ideal Good Less ideal
Getting around
Ride-hailing: Uber · Bolt · FreeNow
The TGV links cities; Paris Métro is dense and cheap.
They drive on the right — look left first when crossing.
Tipping & etiquetteOpenHide
Service included — round up
Restaurants: 'Service compris' by law; leave small change or a few euro for good service.
Hotels: €1–2 for porters.
Taxis: Round up the fare.
Good to know
- ·Always open with 'bonjour' before asking anything.
- ·Dress well; meals are unhurried.
- ·Keep your voice down in restaurants.
Power & connectivity
CplugEplug
230V · 50Hz
Orange & SFR eSIMs cover France and roam across the EU.
Currency
Euro (EUR · €)
Live rate unavailable — check a converter before you travel.
Exchange at the airport, banks or licensed money changers; ATMs usually give the best rate. Cards are widely accepted in cities.
Indicative rate — cards and bureaux add a margin.
Health & safety
Tap water is safe to drink
- ·Tap water is safe to drink.
- ·Pharmacies (green cross) are excellent for minor ailments.
General guidance — confirm vaccinations with a travel clinic 4–6 weeks ahead. Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Travel footprint
Flying from
739kg CO₂e · round trip
≈ 2,737 km each way · what 35 trees absorb in a year.
Arrange a verified offsetEstimate only — economy class, including high-altitude effects.
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