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La Residence Oceane situee sur la cote Nord-Atlantique de la Martinique Juste au dessus d'une plage de la Caravelle se compose de 25 studios avec kitchenette, tous independants et sans vis a vis. Nos bungalows en bois de style creole disposent d'un balcon independant, avec la vue sur la mer ou sur le magnifique jardin. Entouree par des eaux cristallines, vous profiterez de nombreuses plages a proximite. Une splendide vue sur l'Ocean et sur la reserve naturelle de la Caravelle enchantera votre reveil. Bienvenue dans la Caraibe, Bienvenue en Martinique, Bienvenue a Tartane, Bon sejour a la Residence Oceane ou toute l'equipe se fera une joie de vous indiquer toutes les meilleures places pour passer un excellent sejour sur notre ile paradisiaque...
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HOTEL STYLE
Mid-range
Family
Languages Spoken
French
Location
Rue du Surf Anse Bonneville, La Trinite 97220 Martinique
Residence Oceane Hotel
227 reviews
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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Bed & Breakfast Hotel All 25 bungalows (they call them studios but I think bungalows describes them more accurately) have air conditioning, some have ceiling fans, all have TVs, telephone, private kitchenette outside, private shower & toilet and the most incredible island breezes possible. The hotel is located on the peninsula known as La Caravelle and looks down on the only surfing beach in all of Martinique. It's owner is a lovely young lady (who also happens to be an avid surfer) who's first name happens to be "Oceane" (hence the hotel's name). Their website www.residenceoceane.com also gives you a LIVE cam view of the ocean from the lobby terrace. The employees who work the front desk are very helpful. The hotel is located on a peninsula facing east at the Atlantic Ocean close to fabulous restaurants, the archaeological site of Chateau Dubuc and 5 minutes from the seaside village of Tartane. It has a fabulous swimming pool which has an unobstructed view of the ocean. The hotel provides a change of linen and cleaning of the rooms once a week and trash removal on a daily basis. Personally I don't need my room cleaned daily and I can make my own bed without a problem - I prefer keeping my privacy. The continental breakfast cost 6 euros p/person/day and is absolutely delicious. It consists of cafe au lait or tea, croissants, little rolls or chocolate filled croissant dough, butter and delicious locally made marmalades and an incredible variety of fruit juices. The total staff number about 5-6 and are some of the most helpful and charming people I've met. The flora and fauna, hummingbirds and singing frogs are just precious !! Only one thing... you'd better speak French - otherwise "rotsa ruck".
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Date of stay: December 2007
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Trip type: Travelled with friends
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This "hotel" is located on a beautiful, mountainous peninsula, more than half of which is a nature preserve. It's surrounded by beaches, too many to name, and just above a quaint fishing village called Tartane.
The environment is unspoiled, and truly spectacular and the hotel offers incredible views and is just a short walk down a steep road to surfers beach or a short (winding) drive to other beaches and Tartane. It's a beautiful mixture of French style and laissez-faire and Caribbean "no problem" - don't bring a lot of nice clothes.
For us, that's what matters - it's quiet, simple and spare and for the price is very affordable
Also important to know what you are not getting: very little English is spoken, the rooms are plain and simple and Oceane is less of a hotel and more like an apartment rental with an amazing view.
USA guests who have never spent time in the Caribbean might challenged by their expectations - things are well worn but for the price it's well worth the trade offs - we can't wait to go back!
The staff is lovely, there are several excellent restaurants nearby (Le Ratelot and Mamy Nounou's) and some good ones too (Le Phar, CoCo, Le Jardin) nearby or in Tartane (and excellent smoothies at ITA surf shop right near Oceane). See our other notes on restaurants.
Had fun in finding this place - many thanks to other Trip Advisors whose directions were essential - signage and winding roads makes finding your way in the dark challenging!
Caveats: you WILL need a car, very little English is spoken here, this area is an hour from the airport on small roads. Groceries are sparse but Tartane has small street vendors and fisherman selling their wares every day too.
Other things to see: Le Robert bay is wonderful - rent a guided boat - we loved George and his boat Big Deal. Stop in Le Robert for groceries at the Casino (not kidding - it's a US sized mega store). Go east and north for the rainforest, go south for turtle viewing, west for dolphins and whales and always double the time you think it will take to get there - it's mountainous.
Many thanks to Bettina and staff at Residence Oceane - we'll be back!
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Date of stay: February 2016Trip type: Travelled with family
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This hotel is located in a very remote area, at the end of the road on the peninsula. It is 20 to 30 minute drive to the main town of Trinite. The small village of Tartane has very limited services all of which were closed on Monday evening; no restaurants were open so you need to bring your own food or buy a snack at the gas station…
The Oceania Hotel is simple and basic; the room was small but clean; only one towel and no soap/shampoo; the kitchenette unit was outdoors on the small patio with a plastic table & chair, not a great place to cook dinner when it is stormy…
The view was nice but there is nothing much to do at the hotel other than the swimming pool. The beach/surfing area is a 10 minute walk…
The internet did not work in our room, you must go to the lobby and even then it was intermittent and very slow…
The receptionist did not speak much if any English so communications was difficult. We would not recommend this hotel unless you are looking for a remote get away in a self –contained environment…
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Date of stay: October 2014
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:very limited kitchen items.
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My girlfriend and I stayed at Residence Oceane for 1 week during April. We are from the United States and speak little French which obviously makes traveling throughout Martinique more challenging but the resort staff was very patient with our broken french. This hotel is a fantastic value and is just steps away from a gorgeous surf beach. This was one of the most beautiful beaches that we encountered throughout our month of traveling on 4 islands throughout the Caribbean. If you enjoy surfing then this hotel is perfect! There are several surf board rental shops near the hotel that also provide private lessons. Tartane is the local town that is beautiful with several great restaurants. The countryside of the peninsula is one of the most beautiful areas of Martinique. The hotel is as depicted in photos. It was simple, not luxuriant, but clean and nice. You have a large private balcony that has a sink and stovetop, with pans and dishes provided. There is a refrigerator within the room. There is also a hammock on the balcony. The hotel serves breakfast which is delicious but is exactly the same everyday. You will be served croissants and baguette with an assortment of jams and nutella, yogurt, hard-boiled eggs, juice, and coffee. I highly recommend that you get a rental car in order to access the rest of martinique and to access Tartane, which is not within walking distance.
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Date of stay: April 2013
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The faster you realize the difference in hotel ratings on Martinique (vs. US), the better. This hotel was perfect for a 2-night stay at the beginning of our week-long trip. The bedroom has a/c and the outdoor kitchenette was great for breakfast overlooking the ocean and pool. You'll have to supply your own beach towels. Thank you to everyone who provided detailed directions in past reviews, as well as the suggestion to stop at the Geant Casino in Le Robert on the way for supplies (drinks, breakfast, beach towels). We didn't try the breakfast (10€ each) but it looked fairly standard for a continental breakfast - juice, yogurt, fruit, croissants. Perfect location for exploring the northern end of the island.
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Date of stay: March 2016Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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One of my dreams has always been to escape the cold, wintry months of Chicago upon retirement from teaching French. After sojourning in Tartane, Martinique is now the place in which I intend to do just that.
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Date of stay: December 2014
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Trip type: Travelled solo
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Spent a wonderful week here with our 13 yr old and 22 year old daughters. Lovely grounds, short walk to the beautiful surf beach, good restaurants nearby in Tartane (car required). Highly recommend the optional daily French breakfast! Truly relaxing and beautiful.
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Date of stay: March 2015
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Response from Hôtel O, Directeur général at Residence Oceane Hotel
Responded 26 Mar 2015
Bonjour Caroll, Nous somme ravis que vous ayez passé de belle vacances en famille dans notre Résidence et que vous ayez apprécié le coin et ses atouts. Merci donc pour votre appréciation et peut être à une prochaine pour un bon French Breakfast ;) Belle journée à vous Océane
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Lovely hotel/BB, perfect staff, clean and well managed rooms with a little kitchen on the terrace. Great value. Wi-Fi at the reception. Ask for the accommodation in the villas. Accommodation in the main building has an advantage of the wi-fi access, but the rooms are smaller. Great pool. The beach is 2 min of walk, it is more surfing, smaller beach.
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Date of stay: June 2015
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We stayed here for the first two nights of a two-week visit to Martinique. This was our first visit to the island. One reason for choosing this hotel was because the drive from the airport to La Trinite appeared to be more straightforward and with less traffic than the drive to other parts of the island. This worked out well. The route is indeed straightforward and the trip took about an hour.
The hotel has a fantastic location, high on the hill overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Our little studio had a wonderful view and it appears that most other rooms have a similar view. The room itself, as advertised, is simple, comfortable and adequately furnished. It was good value for money.
The staff are friendly and helpful, the optional breakfast is well worth the additional charge and the open-air reception area where breakfast is served is very pleasant. WiFi is good but, like most places we stayed in Martinique, is available only in the reception area.
We ate at two good restaurants within a five minute drive of the hotel. One of them, “La Phare”, is so close that you could easily walk there.
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Date of stay: January 2014
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Room Tip:One reason for choosing this hotel is the fantastic view. I think you will probably get this view...
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little paradise for surfers, quiet , all the staff is very nice, an excellent stay !!!
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Date of stay: November 2010
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It would take over a half hour to walk to any grocery stores from the hotel. As for nightlife, a few people might walk to the surfers beach & picnic, but that could be unsafe. There is one small bar up the hill, maybe a 5 minute walk. You go right past it, has a lighthouse on the sign, they had sort of an open air patio, and serve seafood. Many seem to turn in early, we didn't find much in the way of live music. Tartane had a few cafe's that may stay open, but that would be a long walk on dark, winding roads with no path, or a 5 minute ride. The staff at the front desk were very helpful, they could help with suggestions, rides, etc. nightlife seems to be over in Fort De France, or around the Cruise ship port. This is a sleepy little hotel once the sun goes down!
Hello,
Yes most of the place in Martinique and more on tartarne accepts the credit card.
However, do not forget to take cash, because some shops, even if they are rare, do not accept the credit card.
I hope to have answered your question.
Yours.
Cordially.
René-Pierre
Hello,
The residence Océane can organize a transfer from the airport to the hotel without problem at the rate of 55 euro.
Moreover for late arrivals we put the keys at your disposal and the driver will be able to indicate your room and give you more information.
I hope I have erased all your fears.
Yours.
Cordially.
René-Pierre
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PRICE RANGE
S$148 - S$175 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
CaribbeanMartiniqueArrondissement of La TriniteLa Trinite
NUMBER OF ROOMS
24
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