Villas in Marigot
A quiet, residential bay on the north coast of St Barts, with hillside villas facing the bay and ocean. Expect terraces, heated pools and space for groups, with Gustavia and its restaurants a short drive away.
Why Choose Marigot for a Luxury Villa Holiday?
Marigot Bay is calm enough that the quiet is the first thing guests notice. Villas climb the hillsides above it on the residential north coast of St Barts, facing the bay and the Grand-Cul-de-Sac lagoon. Gustavia, the harbour town and home to most of the island's restaurants, is a short drive away. Neighbouring areas hold more of our villas if you want a different pace: Grand-Cul-de-Sac next door, St Jean and Flamands for wider beaches, and Colombier to the west.
A villa here is built around the outlook. Most face the ocean or the bay, often over several levels, with terraces, sun loungers and a pool. Sizes run from two bedrooms up to a 13-bedroom estate, so a multi-generational party can stay under one roof. French-influenced food is the island's defining pleasure, and many guests bring it home, with a private chef in the villa kitchen and boat days out of Gustavia in between. If we were choosing for a first visit, we would start with the villas with the best views, since the outlook is the reason to base yourself in Marigot.
Which area suits which traveller is set out under Find Your Perfect Villa.
Best Time to Visit Marigot
Temperature units
December to April is the most dependable stretch for Marigot, with the driest weather and every restaurant open, and March is typically the driest month. Temperatures stay between 26°C and 29°C all year, so the real trade-offs are crowds and timing. Christmas, New Year and the March regatta book far ahead, while September to November is the wettest period and overlaps with the Atlantic hurricane season, when the island is at its quietest and some venues close.
Historical averages for this area over the past 10 years: typical high and low temperatures, total monthly rainfall and peak wind speed. Conditions vary from year to year.
Peak season (December-April)
This is the classic winter-sun period. Christmas and New Year are the busiest weeks, with yachts filling Gustavia harbour and villas booked well in advance. Days tend to be settled and dry, with March averaging only around 22mm of rain. Beach lunches, private chefs, spa treatments and yoga at the villa fill the days, and sailing and snorkelling are at their best. Crowds ease after Easter, so late April suits families who want space.
Shoulder season (May-August)
May and June are relaxed, with quieter beaches and calm, clear water, and June is typically among the driest months. July and August are warmer and a little more humid, with highs reaching 29°C and short showers. Families arrive for the school holidays, using villa pools and boat charters to Île Fourchue and Saint-Martin. A few services close for part of late summer, and air conditioning matters more than a heated pool.
Wet season (September-November)
September is typically the wettest month, at around 119mm, and conditions can be changeable. The sea is at its warmest from August to October. Many restaurants and boutiques close for a few weeks in October, and Marigot is very quiet. It suits visitors who want solitude, coastal walks and lower rates, provided plans are flexible and travel insurance is in place. The island begins to reopen in late November, so check villa availability and staffing before booking.
Month-by-Month Guide
| Month | Best For | Where to Stay |
|---|---|---|
| January | Winter sun, dining, yachting | Marigot, Gustavia, St Jean |
| February | Couples, beach days, spa breaks | Marigot, Flamands, Colombier |
| March | Sailing, regatta events, snorkelling | Gustavia, Marigot, Saline |
| April | Easter family trips, quieter beaches | Marigot, Grand-Cul-de-Sac |
| May | Relaxed stays, boat days | Marigot, Anse des Cayes |
| June | Swimming, quiet beaches | Marigot, Colombier, Corossol |
| July | Families, Bastille Day, watersports | Marigot, St Jean, Gustavia |
| August | Family holidays, boat trips | Marigot, with boat days to Île Fourchue |
| September | Seclusion, lower rates | Marigot, Lorient |
| October | Quiet retreats, coastal walks | Marigot, Colombier |
| November | Early-season arrivals, food | Gustavia, Marigot |
| December | Christmas, New Year, yachts | Gustavia, Marigot, St Jean |
Seasonal Highlights
- December-January: New Year celebrations and yacht watching in Gustavia harbour
- December-April: private chefs and beachside lunches at Shell Beach and Saline
- March: the St Barts Bucket regatta, one of the island's major sailing events
- March-May: snorkelling and paddleboarding off Marigot and Colombier, and the coastal trail to Colombier Beach
- July-August: Bastille Day festivities and boat days to Île Fourchue and Saint-Martin
- September-November: quiet, private villa stays with spa and wellness treatments
Concierge Travel Guide to Marigot
Marigot is a quiet bay on the north coast of St Barts, with villas on the hillsides above it and Gustavia, the island's harbour town, a short drive away. Most of the island's restaurants are found there and at Saline, so a villa here suits guests who want sea views and privacy but still expect a good table within reach.
Getting There
The island's airport (SBH) has a very short runway and takes small aircraft only. Most visitors connect through Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) on St Martin, which is served from major European, North American and Caribbean hubs, then take a short flight or a ferry. Connections also run via Guadeloupe, Antigua or Puerto Rico. Transfers to Marigot are brief, and your concierge can arrange them along with car or Mini Moke hire.
Where to Eat
St Barts cooks in a French-influenced style: fresh fish, lobster, creole dishes and a strong wine list. Gustavia and Saline have most of the restaurants, and St Jean adds more choice. Many guests eat at the villa as often as out, as most kitchens are fully equipped and there are dining terraces to match. Hiring a private chef for in-villa dinners or wine pairings is the usual route.
Beaches
Marigot Bay has calm water and a quiet shoreline, easy to reach from most villas. Grand Cul-de-Sac, nearby, is popular for shallow water and watersports. Saline and Anse du Gouverneur are wider, more open beaches a short drive away, while Colombier, further west, is reached by boat or on foot, as are the smaller coves along the coast. Several bays have beach clubs that your concierge can reserve. Wind tends to be stronger from January to July, which suits kitesurfing and sailing.
Things to Do
The water sets the agenda. Snorkelling, paddleboarding and sailing are all close at hand, boat charters leave from Gustavia's harbour, and day trips run to nearby islets. On land, coastal trails lead to quiet viewpoints, and Gustavia has boutiques for an afternoon of shopping. Spa treatments can be brought to the villa.
With Children
Boat trips are the main draw, with snorkelling around protected marine areas where turtles are often seen. Nature walks lead to coastal viewpoints, and the calm bays suit younger swimmers.
Culture and History
Gustavia has a Swedish colonial past, still visible in its street names and at the Wall House Museum. Local architecture shows Norman and Breton influences, and small markets sell crafts and produce. The calendar includes the St Barths Bucket regatta in March, the Music Festival in January, the Film Festival in some years and Bastille Day in July, though dates vary. Visits to Gustavia fit easily around a villa base in Marigot.
Golf
St Barts has no full-size golf course, so golfers usually add a day trip to Saint Martin, where courses such as Terres Basses are within reach by ferry or short flight.
What We Can Arrange
Our concierge team can organise private chefs, in-villa dinners and provisioning before you arrive, along with restaurant and beach club bookings, boat charters, spa treatments, transfers and car hire. Tell us your dates, group size and preferred pace and we will match a villa to them.
Find Your Perfect Villa in Marigot
Because most villas in Marigot are on hillsides facing the bay, the choice here is as much about size and setting as about area. We have 21 villas in Marigot, with ocean views in most and bay views in the large majority. Sizes run from two to 13 bedrooms, with three to five the most common. King beds and air conditioning are standard, en-suite bathrooms and dressing rooms are common, and many villas add heated pools, fitness rooms and covered dining terraces. Rates average $6,666, or $1,312, and stays are typically for a minimum of five or seven nights. Neighbouring areas such as Gustavia, St Jean, Flamands and Colombier suit different priorities.
| Traveller Type | Where to Stay | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Families | Marigot | Around half of our villas here are marked great for families, with private pools and space for children. |
| Couples | Marigot or Flamands | Quiet hillsides and bay views suit couples. Flamands adds a long beach. |
| Large groups | Marigot | The bulk of our villas here suit groups, and the larger estates sleep big parties with privacy, scale and views. |
| Beach lovers | St Jean or Flamands | Both have wide, accessible beaches. Marigot has quieter bays nearby. |
| Food lovers | Gustavia or Marigot | Gustavia has the island's main restaurants, while many Marigot villas have kitchens suited to a private chef. |
| Wellness | Marigot | Several villas have fitness rooms and heated pools, which suit private routines. |
If the water matters most, start with our beachfront, waterfront and walk-to-the-beach villas, which are fewer in number and worth enquiring about early. For training and wellness, look at villas with a gym, or filter for heated pools. Timing matters as much as the area, so see Best Time to Visit before fixing dates.
Read our St Barts villa traveller guide