Hôtel & Spa CarayouAll Inclusive in Martinique

James Whitfield

Caribbean & Central America specialist · 5 min read

Some hotels make an impression the moment you arrive. The Carayou Hotel & Spa is one of them. Set directly on the beach at Pointe du Bout, facing the Bay of Fort-de-France, it occupies one of the most sought-after spots in Martinique, right in the heart of the island's most vibrant tourist area. The warm afternoon light dancing on the water, the salty breeze rising from the manicured beach, the silhouette of Fort-de-France shimmering in the distance: all of this greets you from the moment you step in. And with an all-inclusive formula, you simply settle in and let go.

Arrival

Just thirty minutes from Lamentin International Airport, the transfer is short and the immersion into Martinican life begins immediately. The Carayou is built around several two-storey buildings, a human-scale layout with 132 rooms that avoids the anonymous feeling of oversized beach resorts. You find your bearings easily, and the atmosphere feels personal from the start. The rooms, recently renovated, are divided into two categories. Classic Garden View rooms measure around 25 m² and feature a balcony or terrace looking out over the garden. They accommodate a Queen Size bed or twin beds with an additional sofa bed, along with separate toilet, safe, television, air conditioning and free wi-fi. For those who want to wake up to the sea, the Prestige Sea View rooms offer the same layout between 25 and 29 m², this time with a balcony or terrace facing the bay of Fort-de-France. The difference is tangible: a sea view changes the entire mood of a stay. All rooms are non-smoking and can accommodate a cot for children up to 4 years old upon request.

Dining, all included

Dining at the Carayou revolves around the Boucaut restaurant, which operates as a buffet across all three daily meals. Breakfast runs from 6:30 to 9:30, lunch from 12:30 to 14:00 and dinner from 19:00 to 21:30. The format is straightforward, the hours are comfortable, and the buffet style lets everyone eat at their own pace. Drinks at lunch and dinner include water, fruit juices, coffee, as well as red and rosé wine. The bar, open from 10am to 11pm, serves sodas, fruit juices, filter coffee, local beer and a selection of local drinks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic. Martinican rum is therefore available throughout the day at no extra cost, which is far from a trivial detail on this island. We invite you to verify the details of the all-inclusive offer directly with the tour operator Exotismes or on the hotel's official website, as inclusions may vary depending on the period and the type of room booked.

Days by the water

The Carayou has two pools. The first is a 230 m² freshwater infinity pool with a children's basin, creating that seamless visual connection between the water and the bay beyond. The second, a 110 m² animated pool, serves as the social and lively heart of the day. The manicured artificial beach completes the picture, directly accessible from the hotel. On the activities front, the hotel offers at no extra charge: classic windsurfing with introductory lessons, kayaking, snorkelling equipment, an introductory scuba diving session in the pool, aqua gym, a multisports court combining beach volleyball and basketball, table football, table tennis and a pétanque court. It is a genuinely generous programme that fills every day without watching the clock or the budget. For those wanting more, funboard windsurfing, kitesurfing with beginner and advanced sessions, jet skiing and stand-up paddleboarding are available at an additional cost. The Pointe du Bout marina is steps away, and Fort-de-France is reachable in twenty minutes by boat from that same spot.

Evening vibes

The Carayou bar, open until 11pm, takes over as the day winds down. With the Bay of Fort-de-France as a backdrop and local drinks included in the formula, evenings carry a naturally Antillean flavour. Without claiming the spectacular entertainment of a large resort, the hotel provides a refined setting for ending the day quietly, whether as a couple or with friends. For a more intimate retreat, the Joséphine Spa welcomes guests by appointment. This 380 m² space perched above the sea offers hydromassage baths, seaweed wraps, a Thermo-Spa Concerto, underwater shower, two or four-handed massages, sauna, hammam, a hot tub and three treatment cabins using Thalgo products for body and face. The spa is accessible at an additional charge.

Who is it for?

The Carayou is above all designed for couples and families looking for a well-positioned base in Martinique, free from the logistical complexity of fully independent travel. Pointe du Bout is the most tourist-friendly and best-connected area of the island, making day trips and independent exploration straightforward. The hotel suits water sports enthusiasts, families with young children thanks to the pool facilities and included activities, and travellers who simply want to unwind with the sea in front of them. Pets are not permitted. Free parking is available on site, along with a transit room equipped with changing facilities and showers for guests who want to make the most of the beach right up until departure time. It is a thoughtful touch that speaks to a genuine attention to traveller comfort.