Set against an idyllic backdrop of tropical vegetation and green hills, the hotel’s location is away from the busier and more crowded resorts of St Barths and instead offers an escape basked in sunny seclusion, with the utmost privacy afforded by its smaller-scale setting comprising just 22 rooms.

Understated in design, Hotel Le Toiny, part of the Relais & Châteaux collection, exudes French-Caribbean flair, and its ambience has been carefully curated to feel more like a private estate than a large-scale resort.

Each suite within the property features its own private heated pool and spacious terrace for sun-soaked days spent relaxing as sublime ocean views stretch into the distance. The interiors are intentionally pared back, with light neutrals setting the tone, while pale woods and natural textures emphasise the relaxed yet refined feel of each suite.

A short drive away in an open-top Land Rover Defender, the hotel’s breezy beach club, Le Toiny Beach Club, is a playground of coconut palms and rustic charm, complete with stylish sun loungers and a bohemian beachfront pool perfect for laid-back pursuits, alongside al fresco Mediterranean dining.

Dining is also a highlight of the hotel, where the signature flavours of French, Caribbean and Latin American cuisine are celebrated at La Table, the hotel’s modern culinary destination serving a menu of seafood and locally sourced ingredients in a refined setting.

For wellness, the hotel’s Spa Cottage offers relaxing treatments using Elemis products, while the open-air treatment rooms complement the holistic focus on wellbeing through facials, massages and body treatments designed for deep restoration.