Where the Trails Begin
Tucked into the mountain community of Matouba in Basse-Terre, Les Bananes Vertes feels less like a hotel and more like a jump-off point for the wilder side of Guadeloupe. The property sits at Impasse des Gardenias in the 97120 postal area, inside the volcanic highland of the island's western flank.
An Ecolabel Setting Worth Protecting
The establishment carries an ecolabel and is described as set within a remarkable natural and built heritage. The whole team takes part in protecting that richness, working to preserve the territory's natural resources. Hosts Laurence and Eric, mountain guides and founders of Vert-Intense, have spent more than twenty years following the trails of the Guadeloupe National Park, and they enjoy sharing what they know with guests who love nature.
A Heated Pool with a Magnesium Twist
The pool is heated, with water temperature sitting between 28 and 30 degrees. Treatment is based on magnesium rather than harsher chemicals, leaving the water clear, soft and gentle on skin and eyes. The magnesium gives the swim a mild balneotherapy feel, an everyday touch that also fits the property's environmental stance.
Studios and Lodges Among the Gardenias
Accommodation is split into studios and lodges. The official listing outlines Studios 1, 2 and 3 alongside Lodges 1 through 5, inviting visitors to view all the available units directly with the property for current rates and features. None of the units are described in further detail in the source material, so specific room features are left aside here rather than invented.
Doorstep Adventures in Basse-Terre
The location opens directly onto some of the region's most appealing outdoor experiences: the best hikes of Guadeloupe, the pier for the Saintes crossing, the Cousteau Reserve and the historic estate of La Grivellière are all within easy reach. The hosts' mountain-guide background makes the property feel like a natural briefing room for anyone planning a day of trekking, snorkeling or botanical wandering on the leeward coast and its volcanic interior.
Nearby Landmarks
Two mapped points sit within walking distance and serve as useful orientation markers. K Fé Viêt, a catering spot, lies roughly 498 m away, while a building labeled Le Tamarinier sits around 592 m from the property. Both help anchor the address at Impasse des Gardenias without overshadowing the natural setting that defines a stay here.
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