The more things change, (Hi, Lucali), the more they stay the same. And if there’s ever such a thing as a sure bet, it’s that St. Barths will always be a good time. This is where to go in St. Barths this 2026 on the island that continues to get better and better every year.

New Hotels in St. Barths

One of the special aspects of St. Barths is their impossible zoning laws, which means that the island will not be overdeveloped. In fact, the last of the new hotels will be coming online in the next 2-3 years, as after that, there’s no land left for hotel development. Therefore, expect to see upgrades to current hotels, but not any large high-rise developments. One welcome new hotel will be the sister property to Le Barthelemy, which we’re betting will be one of the most luxurious on isle. Until then, this 2026 has one-and-a-half new spots. We’ll explain the half under Fouquet’s.

Fouquet’s St. Barths

If you’re old-school, you probably knew the original hotel as the Carl Gustaf. It was only a matter of time on that prime slice of real estate in Gustavia that the Carl Gustav would get a glow-up. That’s where The Barriere came into play with the complete revamp of the original hotel. It’s not where the story ends, and this is where the half new hotel comes into play. As of this year, The Barriere is now officially a Fouquet’s hotel in a rebrand. And in lieu of a traditional Fouquet’s, the restaurant is actually a Beef Bar.

Amnios

Tucked into the lower hills of Grand Cul-de-Sac, Amnios is the rare new hotel in St. Barths that’s simplicity at its best. You could say that Amnios is for those who’ve already done the scene and just want to keep it easy-going (for St. Barths standards, that is). One of its strongest virtues includes its sweeping lagoon views, and its infinity pool, which seems to spill directly into the turquoise lagoon. It’s an intimate feel, like you’re staying in a private home. The hotel has only 5 abodes, which include two villas and three suites.

New Restaurants in St. Barths This Season

If some of these names look familiar, it’s because they are. Whether it’s a transplant from the St. Germain in Paris, or a famed pizza place in Brooklyn, the St. Barths renditions are arguably happier. With these new arrivals, there’s also even more reason to extend your time on the isle.

The Favorites

When you look at all the places you can go on isle, it becomes clear that you can spend weeks exploring. The beauty, though, is that this is the kind of place that you can return to over and over again. So whether you jet in for a long weekend or post up for the month, there will always be something interesting to do. This is our list of favorites, but nowhere near all the spots you can hit in St. Barths.

Photo courtesy of Eden Rock

The Icons: The Best Places to Stay

Of course, by virtue of being in St. Barths, most hotels are going to be above average for table stakes. We have an entire guide on where to stay in St. Barths which is a directory of all the good spots on isle. Sometimes you just have to pick favorites. These hotels stand out though above the rest.

Cheval Blanc

Eden Rock 

Le Barthelemy Hotel & Spa

Favorite Beach Clubs

Favorite Restaurants

For the Scene

Chances are you’re not on isle to social distance. Just when you think you’re too old to go clubbing, this is the type of place that reminds you that you’ve still got it. Of all the Caribbean islands, St. Barths delivers on the people-watching scene.

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FAQs

Q: What are the new restaurants in St. Barths in 2026?

A: The new restaurants this season include:

Q: Is there a Beef Bar in St. Barths?

Q: What are the best Beach Clubs in St. Barths?