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Summary of reviewsDomaine Saint-François is a highly recommended four-star hotel located in a peaceful country area, close to the marina and just a short drive to beautiful white sand beaches. Guests rave about the stunning scenery, tropical environment and excellent location. The hotel's breakfast and dinner are highly praised for their quality and variety with local and homemade dishes being a standout. The bungalow rooms are spacious, comfortable and equipped with all necessary amenities, surrounded by a beautiful and well-maintained garden. The staff is friendly, welcoming and attentive, going above and beyond to make guests feel at home. The pool area is amazing, top-notch and beautiful with a well-maintained garden and authentic atmosphere. Families with children are well catered for with amenities like beach games, baby beds, high chairs and mosquito nets. While some guests had minor complaints, overall, Domaine Saint-François delivers a great experience at rates befitting a four-star establishment. Show more
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Luxury Hotel
As a 4-star 'upscale retreat', this property features Balinese-style bungalows and apartments set within lush gardens. Guests enjoy a sleek pool, spa services, and a focus on relaxation, with consistent praise for its beautiful grounds and helpful staff.
Hotel near Golf Courses
This residence is located next to a golf course and is approximately a 6-minute drive (3.4 miles or 5.4 km) from Golf International de Saint Francois, offering good access for golf enthusiasts.
Hotel with Spa
This hotel offers spa facilities. It is a highly-rated spa hotel that also serves highly-rated breakfasts.
Family Friendly Hotel
Identified as a family hotel, Domaine Saint-François likely provides a range of amenities suitable for families. The 'Domaine' setup suggests spacious grounds, possibly including kid-friendly facilities.
Hotel with Parking
Domaine Saint-François provides parking facilities for guests. This is particularly helpful for those who wish to explore Saint-Francois and its environs by car.
Small Hotel
This property features bungalows and apartments surrounded by fruit trees. It offers a big swimming pool and BBQ areas, making it ideal for families and those seeking a self-catered experience in a natural setting.
4-Star Hotel
The hotel is situated in a beautiful location with comfortable and well-equipped bungalows in an exotic garden and a lovely pool area. Guests are impressed by the friendly and helpful staff. The breakfast is delicious and served in a picturesque location.
Hotel with Outdoor Pool
This hotel is a popular choice offering a good outdoor pool and breakfast options. It is well-regarded for its overall quality and service.
Hotel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability
Hotel with Swimming Pool
Outdoor Pool
Room Types
One-Bedroom BungalowGuests will have a special experience as the bungalow features a pool with a view. This bungalow consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the well-fitted kitchen. The bungalow also offers a barbecue. Featuring a terrace with garden views, this bungalow also provides air conditioning and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 2 beds.
Two-Bedroom BungalowThe pool with a view is a top feature of this bungalow. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the well-equipped kitchen. The bungalow also includes a barbecue. This air-conditioned bungalow is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with garden views.
Two-Bedroom Apartment with TerraceThis apartment's standout feature is the pool with a view. This spacious apartment is comprised of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware in the kitchen. The apartment also has a barbecue. This air-conditioned apartment includes a dining area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels a tea and coffee maker and a terrace. The unit offers 4 beds.
Two-Bedroom Apartment with Resort ViewGuests will have a special experience as this apartment offers a pool with a view. This spacious apartment is comprised of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a shower and free toiletries. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware in the fully equipped kitchen. The apartment also has a barbecue. This air-conditioned apartment includes a dining area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels a tea and coffee maker and a terrace. The unit offers 3 beds.
Guest Reviews
Location
The Domaine Saint-François is located in an ideal spot, close to the marina and just a short 10-minute drive to beautiful white sand beaches. Situated in a peaceful country area, this hotel offers a refreshing escape into nature with cottages and bungalows nestled in a lush green environment. The location is very convenient with easy access and parking and guests appreciate the tranquil setting while still being a short distance from the center of St François. The hotel's stunning setting and charming bungalow decor make this an idyllic oasis. Guests find the location to be perfect with a supermarket just 5 minutes away and St Anne only 20 minutes by car. Many exquisite beaches are also nearby, making it an ideal base for exploring the region. Overall, the guests rave about the scenery, the tropical environment and the excellent location of Domaine Saint-François.
Breakfast
Guests at Domaine Saint-François have given rave reviews about the hotel's breakfast. Many praised the excellent quality and variety of the breakfast, which included local and homemade products. The breakfast can be enjoyed by the poolside, which adds to the pleasant experience. Guests were also impressed by the friendly and welcoming staff, who are available to cater to their needs. Although some guests felt that the breakfast lacked variety, efforts were made to provide enjoyable options. Overall, it's safe to say that breakfast at Domaine Saint-François is something to look forward to during a stay at the hotel.
Dinner
The dinner experience at Domaine Saint-François is highly recommended by guests. They offer a diverse menu of local and homemade dishes, including a standout lobster dinner. Dinner can be brought to your room or enjoyed on the terrace of your bungalow. The Creole evening is a must-try and guests appreciate the personalized meal options. The cuisine is delicious and mainly homemade with tasty breakfast and dinner options offered every day. The plateaux repas (meal trays) are also a favorite among guests and the service is exceptional.
Rooms
The Domaine Saint-François offers spacious and comfortable bungalow rooms surrounded by a beautiful and well-maintained garden. The lodges are clean, functional and equipped with all the necessary amenities, including a well-equipped kitchen. Guests enjoy the privacy and Balinese accents of the bungalows, which are perfect for a comfortable and relaxing stay. Some lodges have two bathrooms and an outdoor shower, adding to the charm of the place. The staff is friendly and welcoming and guests appreciate the quiet location and beautiful scenery. However, some guests had issues with hot water and soap and some bungalows were infested with geckos. Overall, if you're looking for a beautiful, clean and comfortable accommodation, Domaine Saint-François is highly recommended.
Beds
The beds at Domaine Saint-François seem to be hit or miss according to guest reviews. Some say the bedding could use improvement, while others rave about the comfort of their bungalow's bed. One standout feature that many guests appreciated were the moustiquaires (mosquito nets) above the beds. However, there were a few negative comments about the price of the stay not matching the services offered. Overall though, guests seemed pleased with the beauty and comfort of the bungalows and those who had a good night's sleep found the beds to be quite comfortable.
Cleanliness
The Domaine Saint-François is a great choice for travellers who value cleanliness above all else. The hotel is impeccably maintained with a super gepflegte Anlage (superbly maintained area) complete with a boules court and a grill. The logements (accommodations) are spacious, beautiful and always très propre (very clean). The hotel's propreté (cleanliness) extends beyond the rooms and into the piscine (pool) as well. The staff is exceedingly friendly and attentive, ensuring that everything is always spick and span. The bungalows are also well-equipped, though some guests noted that the ménage (housekeeping) service wasn't up to par for a 4-star establishment. All in all, visitors raved about the propreté, confort (comfort), cadres (settings), decos (decorations) and jardins (gardens) of the hotel, noting that it was both calm and very agréable (pleasant). There were a few negative comments, however, regarding worn and dirty bungalows that lacked ventilation and a lack of soap and towel changes in some instances.
Staff
The staff at Domaine Saint-François receive rave reviews from guests with words like "great hosts," "lovely," and "adorable" used to describe them. Many guests mention the warm welcome they receive from Aurore and Greg, the owners of the hotel. They are praised for their availability, helpfulness and professionalism. Several guests note that Aurore and Greg go above and beyond to make their stay enjoyable, providing excellent advice on local activities and even cooking homemade meals for dinner. Guests appreciate the attention to detail and personal touches provided by the staff, making them feel right at home. Laurent, the owner and his team also receive high marks for their attentiveness and helpfulness. Overall, guests feel incredibly well taken care of by the staff at Domaine Saint-François.
Pool
The pool area of Domaine Saint-François is highly praised by guests. Reviews describe the pool as amazing, top-notch, beautiful and modern. The pool's cleanliness and size also receive positive comments. Guests appreciate the opportunity to have breakfast by the pool and even order dinner to be delivered to their rooms. The pool is surrounded by a well-maintained garden and the whole property is described as authentic. The availability of amenities such as a petanque court, darts and a barbecue add to the charming atmosphere of the place. Families with children especially enjoy the warm pool and the bungalow's outdoor showers. Despite some minor complaints, such as the lack of background music, guests deem the pool at Domaine Saint-François as top-notch and a highlight of their stay.
Family
If you're looking for a family-friendly place to stay, the Domaine Saint-François may be just what you need. This tourist residence is perfect for parents traveling with little ones with amenities like beach games, baby beds, high chairs and mosquito nets. Some review remarks mention them traveling with infants or 17-month-old and everything was done to make the most of the stay. Adults and children alike can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and the freedom to roam the grounds, petting the chickens, playing darts or playing pétanque. The general ambiance of the place is familial and calm with many mentions of the excellent stay families had and children loved the big pool, chickens, breakfast and Valentine! However, some reviews also mention that the half-board for children is not suitable and expensive.
4 Star
The Domaine Saint-François has received glowing reviews from guests who praise their four-star facilities and services. The hotel is situated in a beautiful location with comfortable and well-equipped bungalows in an exotic garden and a lovely pool area. Guests are impressed by the friendly and helpful staff with Aurore and Greg receiving special mention for their availability and kindness. The breakfast is delicious and served in a picturesque location, while dinner can be ordered and delivered to the bungalows. Families with children are highly recommended to stay at the hotel with kids enjoying the pool and breakfast, among other things. Although some guests feel there is room for improvement in terms of cleaning services, overall the hotel delivers a great experience at rates befitting a four-star establishment.
Outdoor Pool
The outdoor pool at Domaine Saint-François proved to be a favorite among guests. They enjoyed the well-maintained pool area, complete with a lovely saltwater pool and a shower outside. The terrace by the pool was also a hit with breakfast being served in a picturesque carbet. Families with children especially appreciated the pool with one guest mentioning their 5-year-old daughter loved swimming there. While there was no background music, guests didn't seem to mind and instead focused on the pool's beauty and refreshing waters, even taking a last swim before check-out.
Yes, Domaine Saint-François has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.
Yes, a spa is available at Domaine Saint-François.
No, Domaine Saint-François doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Domaine Saint-François.