Gustavia travel guide
Gustavia Tourism | Gustavia Guide
You're Going to Love Gustavia
With 5 988 inhabitants, Gustavia is the most populous city in Saint Barthélemy. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Gustavia has to offer.
Where to Eat in Gustavia
If you’re looking for affordable options, Sand Bar - Eden Rock (St Jean Bay) and Shellona Beach (Rue de la Plage Shell Beach) are great picks.
When to visit Gustavia
How to Get to Gustavia
Plane
When flying to Gustavia, you’ll arrive at Gustavia St Barthelemy (SBH), which is located 1 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Gustavia from the United States departs from Orlando and takes around 19h 07m.
Airports near Gustavia
Airlines serving Gustavia
Where to stay in Gustavia
Average rates range from around $1,021 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,051 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Gustavia
Most booked hotels in Gustavia
Renting a car in Gustavia
Renting a car in Gustavia costs $45 per day, on average, or $182 if you want to rent if for 4 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 8% cheaper than airport locations in Gustavia.
The most frequently booked car type in Gustavia is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Volkswagen Polo or similar) are, on average, 47% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.