Best beaches on the island
With more than 270 sandy spots to explore and enjoy and a yearly average water temperature of 28oC, it is no wonder Guadeloupe has gained such an enviable reputation for its stunning shorelines.
Ranging from fully-catered resorts to secluded coves, the archipelago is guaranteed to tick your beach day box day after day, whether you’re looking for the comfort of luxurious amenities, or the authenticity of finding your own private creek.
With coastlines featuring hues of black, grey, pink, golden brown and white sands, as well as pebbles, chances are there’s a dream beach for you somewhere in Guadeloupe.
GRANDE ANSE BEACH, BASSE-TERRE
Located in Deshaies, Guadeloupe’s largest beach is also one of its most famous... More
PLAGE DE LA PERLE, BASSE-TERRE
Found in Deshaies, this golden stretch protected by a coral reef offers great... More
PLAGE MALENDURE, BASSE-TERRE
In Bouillante, this picturesque black volcanic sand beach is popular with divers for... More
ANSE ACCUL, BASSE-TERRE
Made famous by the Toubana Hotel’s monthly fete, Anse Accul is the place to go if you want to mix beach fun with Caribbean party, with... More
PLAGE LEROUX, BASSE-TERRE
On the northwestern edge of the island, this white soft sand and deep blue water... More
PLAGE CARAVELLE, GRANDE-TERRE
A coconut tree-lined white sand beach located in Sainte-Anne, offering great... More
PLAGE DES RAISINS CLAIRS, GR-TERRE
Located in Saint-François, this beach offers soft sand, parking, and several food... More
BOIS JOLAN BEACH, GRANDE-TERRE
Located near the town of Sainte-Anne, this palm-dotted sandy stretch is a... More
ANSE LA GOURDE, GRANDE-TERRE
Found on the southeastern end of the island, this beach offers attractive clear and... More
ANSE KANOUANNE, GRANDE-TERRE
Found 2 miles East of Saint-François, this stretch of fine sand and calm waters... More
DATCHA BEACH, GRANDE-TERRE
Found in Gosier, Datcha beach offers not only pristine white sand and... More
ANSE DU SOUFFLEUR, GRANDE-TERRE
Located on the northwestern side of the island, near Port Louis, this beach... More
ANSE FOUNTAINE, GRANDE-TERRE
On the northwestern coast of the island is this little gem of crystalline waters... More
ANSE CHAMPAGNE, GRANDE-TERRE
Found in Saint-François, on the South-East coast of the island, this beach was once controlled by an adjacent resort and is now opened to... More
ANSE BERTRAND, GRANDE-TERRE
Located in a fishing village on the northern tip of the island, this set of stunning...More
PETITE-RIVIERE, LA DESIRADE
Located on the eastern end of La Désirade, this beach is reputed for offering... More
LA DESIRADE BEACH, LA DESIRADE
On the southwestern edge of the island, this beach offers calm waters and relaxed... More
POINT DU NORD, LA DESIRADE
Head to the eastern point of the island to find this gem of peace and solitude... More
VIEUX-FORT BEACH, MARIE-GALANTE
This secluded beach offers very private surroundings adorned with beautiful... More
ANSE FEUILLARD, MARIE-GALANTE
A very quiet atmosphere can be found in this sandy stretch located on the East... More
ANSE TALISERONDE, MARIE-GALANTE
Near Anse Feuillard, this beach can be found by driving from Capesterre-de-Marie... More
ANSE DE L'EGLISE, MARIE-GALANTE
Found on the West coast of the island, North of Saint-Louis, this beach has... More
PETITE-ANSE, MARIE-GALANTE
A good compromise between Guadeloupe’s most crowded and most remote... More
GRANDE ANSE, LES-SAINTES
Located on the eastern coast of Terre-de-Haut, this long stretch of golden sand is a favourite hangout for surfers who come to make the... More
PAIN-DE-SUCRE, LES SAINTES
Located in Les Saintes, this beach was named after Rio de Janeiro’s Sugar... More
PLAGE DE POMPIERRE, LES SAINTES
Located on the northeastern coast of Terre-de-Haut, this 800 metres-long beach... More
ANSE CRAWEN, LES SAINTES
Found in Terre-de-Haut, 1.3 miles East of Grande Anse, this narrow, rocky beach... More
ANSE RODRIGUE, LES SAINTES
Located between Morne à Craie and Morne Fourmi, on the southeastern coast of Terre-de-Haut, 2.9 miles East of Grande Anse, this beach... More
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