MARTINIQUE

The terrain in Martinique is mountainous, especially in the rain forest. The climate is relatively mild, with the average temperature in the 75-85 degree F range. The island is cooled by a wind the French called alize’, and rain is frequent but doesn’t last very long. The rainy season is late August to November. April to September are the hottest months.

It is noted for the number of hummingbirds, mountain whistler, blackbird and the mongoose. It is also known as the island of the flowers.

Getting Around

It is recommended to rent a car, use a tax, bus & taxi collectif. You may also opt to use the ferry, bicycle or motorbike.

Where to Stay

A. Expensive

Hotel La Bateliere Novotel Carayou

Hotel L’Imperatrice Club Med Les Boucaniers

Le Lafayette La Dunette

Hotel Bakoua-Sofitel Manoir de Beauregard

Hotel Meridien Trois-llets Habitation LaGrange

B. Moderate

La Pagerie

Hotel diamant Les Bains

Novotel Le Diamant

Fregate Bleue

C. Inexpensive

Auberge de L’Anse Mitan

Where to Dine

La Mouina La Plantation La Planteur

Le Second Souffle Marie-Sainte Au Poisson d’Or

Pignon sur Mer La Villa Creole Chez Christiane

Aux Filets Bleus Restaurant Frederic La Factorerie

Le Fromager Chez Mally Edjam Le Colibri

Beaches

Pointe du Bout