With 5,988 inhabitants, Gustavia is the most populous city in Saint Barthélemy. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Gustavia has to offer.
If you’re looking for affordable options, Sand Bar - Eden Rock (St Jean Bay) and Shellona Beach (Rue de la Plage Shell Beach) are great picks.
When flying to Gustavia, you’ll arrive at Gustavia St Barthelemy (SBH), which is located 1 mile from the city centre The shortest flight to Gustavia from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 25h.
Average rates range from around C$ 1,731 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 1,447 and up for a 5-star experience.
Renting a car in Gustavia costs C$ 69 per day, on average, or C$ 483 if you want to rent it for 7 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 4% more expensive than at Gustavia St Barthelemy.
The most frequently booked car type in Gustavia is Standard (Class Convertible or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Volkswagen Polo or similar) are, on average, 73% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.