Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Basseterre travel guide

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You're Going to Love Basseterre

With 12,920 inhabitants, Basseterre is the most populous city in Saint Kitts and Nevis. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Basseterre has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Basseterre

If you’re looking for affordable options, Fisherman's Village at Park Hyatt (Banana Bay, South East Peninsula) and The Great House at Park Hyatt (Banana Bay, South East Peninsula) are great picks.

When to visit Basseterre

Basseterre in September
Estimated hotel price
$399
1 night at 3-star hotel
Basseterre in September
Estimated hotel price
$399
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Basseterre in June, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 71.6 °F, with an average temperature of 77 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 5.6″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Basseterre, with an average rainfall of 1.9″.

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How to Get to Basseterre

Plane

When flying to Basseterre, you’ll arrive at Basseterre Robert Bradshaw Intl (SKB), which is located 1 mile from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Basseterre include American Airlines, JetBlue and Qatar Airways. The shortest flight to Basseterre from the United States departs from Raleigh and takes around 6h 09m.

Car

Another option to get to Basseterre is to pick up a car rental from Newcastle, which is about 11 miles from Basseterre. You’ll find branches of Avis and Thrifty, among others, in Newcastle.

Plane

When flying to Basseterre, you’ll arrive at Basseterre Robert Bradshaw Intl (SKB), which is located 1 mile from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Basseterre include American Airlines, JetBlue and Qatar Airways. The shortest flight to Basseterre from the United States departs from Raleigh and takes around 6h 09m.

Car

Another option to get to Basseterre is to pick up a car rental from Newcastle, which is about 11 miles from Basseterre. You’ll find branches of Avis and Thrifty, among others, in Newcastle.

Airports near Basseterre

SKBBasseterre Robert Bradshaw Intl
NEVNewcastle

Airlines serving Basseterre

KLM
Good (1,338 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,872 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,946 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,449 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,715 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,567 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,286 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,181 reviews)
Hahn Air Systems
Okay (6 reviews)
Caribbean Airlines
Excellent (151 reviews)
Cape Air
Excellent (34 reviews)
interCaribbean Airways
Okay (18 reviews)
Sky High
Okay (4 reviews)
Silver Airways
Okay (251 reviews)
Sunrise Airways
Winair
Excellent (1 reviews)
Fly Salone
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Where to stay in Basseterre

Average rates range from around $145 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $744 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Basseterre

Most booked hotels in Basseterre

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Park Hyatt St. Kitts
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 50 reviews)
$740+
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Belle Mont Farm
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, 58 reviews)
$599+
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Royal St. Kitts Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 454 reviews)
$188+
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Marriott's St. Kitts Beach Club
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 19 reviews)
$427+
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Sugar Bay Club Suites & Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 199 reviews)
$138+
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Timothy Beach Resort
3 stars
Good (7.9, 206 reviews)
$141+
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Renting a car in Basseterre

Renting a car in Basseterre costs $53 per day, on average, or $265 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in Basseterre.

The most frequently booked car type in Basseterre is Economy (Suzuki Swift or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Volkswagen Polo or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Basseterre costs $53 per day, on average, or $265 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in Basseterre.

The most frequently booked car type in Basseterre is Economy (Suzuki Swift or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Volkswagen Polo or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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