LA PLANTATION unites charm comfort and personal service. All accommodations boast large ocean view terraces Offering panoramic view over ORIENT BAY, and the surrounding islands. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/St_Maarten/laplantation/hotel/967/30/ en-us Copyright 1998 e-TravelMedia.com/CaribbeanMag.com Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:29:47 EST Located on the North Atlantic coast of St Martin, in the heart of the beautiful Orient Bay Resort and 5 minutes walking distance from the magnificent Orient Beach. 17 Elegant colonial style villas are set amidst 7.5 acres of lush tropical grounds. All accommodations boast large ocean view terraces offering panoramic views over ORIENT BAY, and the surrounding islands. 17 elegant colonial style villas are set amidst 7.5 acres of lush tropical grounds. Located on the North Atlantic coast of St Martin, in the heart of the beautiful Orient Bay Resort and 5 minutes walking distance from the magnificent Orient Beach. Each fully equipped villa comprises 1 Suite and 2 Studios which may be rented separately or combined for large families and groups. AMENITIES: All our suites and studios are tastefully decorated, in warm colours featuring hand painted murals and freezes evoking caribbean themes. THE SUITES 70 m² feature a separate bedroom with king size bed enhanced with a mosquito net, spacious living room elegantly furnished in bamboo, American style kitchen, hand crafted tiled bathroom with walk in shower, 2 sinks separate toilet; air conditioning ceiling fan, direct dial telephone with free ATT access, safe, television. THE STUDIOS 40m² are equipped with queen or twin beds, enhanced with mosquito nets, kitchenettes, bathroom with separate toilet, air conditioning, ceiling fan, direct dial telephone with free ATT access, safe, television. ACTIVITIES: ORIENT BAY offers a wide range of water and land sports. Admire the view from a para-sail. Sail to Tintamarre by Hobbie cat and discover the mineral rich cliffs and mud baths. Discover the marine beauty during a scuba dive or a snorkelling trip at Pinel Island. Or just relax and enjoy the view.......... - horse-riding - visit the surrounding islands by Jet ski at. KONTIKI and KAKAO watersport - with the team from WIND ADVENTURE - Spot the turtles while wind surfing - Or experience the extreme sensations of kite surfing In addition our hotel activity desk can assist in organizing activities further afield. A visit to the Butterfly farm, America's Cup yacht racing, yacht, catamaran and high speed boat charters, sunset cruises, deep sea fishing, day trips by catamaran, plane or helicopter to our neighbouring islands of ST BARTH, ANGUILLA and SABA, to name a few. DINING/RESTARUANTS: Pool Side Dining at Cafe Plantation For one of the best evening dining experiences in St Martin, look no further than Cafe Plantation. Under the guidance of Didier our restaurant manager, the chef Frantz Duclenard,will delight you with his refined cuisine and exotic flavours in an elegant and welcoming atmosphere. Hervé, Doumé and the all "garcon"team At Kakao, provide a warm welcome and offer a wide variety of dishes; succulent grilled meats, delicious pizzas and fresh lobster are amongst their specialities. Fun in the Sun is Elisa's slogan at Bikini Beach enjoy live Latin music and entertainment whilst tucking into the Tapas and sampling some of the best cocktails on the beach. All of the above are open year round, LA PLANTATION guests may use their privilege charge card and benefit from complimentary lounge chairs and umbrellas at any of the above establishments. Spectacular fire works at the Waïkiki, Sinbad Festival at Bikini, sixties BBQ at Kakao, Halloween and numerous other theme nights with live music at the water's edge. Enjoy our tropical buffet breakfast pool-side at Cafe Plantation daily from 7.30am until 10.30am Kontiki, St Martin's answer to St Tropez's famous "Voile Rouge" is definitely the hot spot, managed by Cécile and her international team, enjoy a large range of international cuisine, SUSHI, cocktails and the famous Sunday night parties. The charming Albert and the girls at Waikiki will tempt you with an interesting menu comprising "tartar specialities" and the exotic "giant dishes" Albert's slogan " After all you are really here. Coco Beach, managed by Sophie is open daily for breakfast lunch and dinner A variety of salads, meat dishes, grilled fish and fresh pastas are dishes are proposed, in addition to the COCO LOCO snack bar, beach clinic and gift shop. Type: Resort Beach Location: Near Beach (Walking Distance) http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/St_Maarten/laplantation/hotel/967/30/ Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:29:47 EST