Oo la la - La Banane. Is there any hotel on St. Barth that does sexy and sophisticated better? We think not. This tiny hotel is intimate both in size and its secluded location (just outside the village of Lorient). What we have here are 9 private one-bedroom bungalows tucked away in a lush tropical garden all jasmine and bougainvillea - and yes, there are banana trees. The décor is contemporary – minimal with a proper tropical ambiance – Caso Milano beds draped in muslin (under silently whirling fans) and halogen lights by Artemide.

Each bungalow has a private terrace and the bathroom, complete with every up-market amenity, opens to an outdoor garden shower; perfect for a modest communing with nature or perhaps channeling your inner exotic dancer. Here’s a fun factoid: the site of La Banane was formerly a burlesque house.

A continental breakfast is served poolside or on your terrace but there is no restaurant onsite. However, they do offer room service from the über popular K’fe Massai which is just next door. There are two swimming pools from which to choose, including a serpentine shaped, palm tree shaded and beautiful people lounging option – think Dior thong bikinis and oversized sunglasses. St. Barth is all about the beaches and the quiet and pretty Lorient Beach with its protected reef, perfect for swimming, is just a short walk from the property.

A Few of Our Favorite Things

• The fun colors of the bungalows whose colors reflect their mouth-watering names: Watermelon, Lychee, Pineapple, Grape, Kiwi, Pomegranate, Fig, Lime and Coconut.
• The open air bar and library cum reading room

Who Would Just Love it Here

Hip honeymooners, all those who have been faithful to their Pilates classes and the rest of us who are looking for unique and more private accommodations – with a flash of glamour.