These cottages are right on the best beach of Basse-terre; The grande anse. The cottages are a bit rustic, in that they don't have screens, they are a bit dark but they are comfortably furnished and very clean. There are only 7 cottages and each is a bit different. This is a very unique spot. Staying at Tainos is like... More

On one of the best beaches on the island, Tainos Cottages offers you the best location and access to Grand Anse beach. Your cottage comes furnished with a mini fridge, a nicely appointed wardrobe, and a shower stall with plenty of hot water and steady flow. Daily maid service is also included, as well as a lovely breakfast. We spent... More

Large roomy cottages cooled by island breezes, no need for air conditioning, t.v. or phones. Delicious breakfast is served overlooking the sea and Grande Anse beach. The Tainos Cottages is a wonderful spot to get away for a refreshing break. More

Largely on the strength of this article in the NY Times, http://travel.nytimes.com/2006/02/05/travel/05guadeloupe.html , my husband and I recently selected Tainos Cottages for our visit to Guadeloupe and we were thrilled with the choice. If you are looking for many dining options, beach activities and crowds found in large resorts, this is not your place. Tainos Cottages is a relatively quiet... More

We just spent a wonderful three days and two nights at Taino's. What a spectacular property with a small number of great cottages!. With beautiful views of Grande Anse beach that's only a 10 second walk away, you can't beat the location. The grounds are beautiful and there are great sunsets from the pool area. Check out the cool orange... More

If your idea of a vacation is an all-inclusive-type property providing countless activities (beach volleyball, water aerobics, fun contests, etc.); loads of water-sports (Seadoos*, waterskiing, bananaboats, parasailing); a vast choice of restaurants offering various international cuisine; amenities such as swimming pool(s) with swim-up bar, jacuzzi*, a gym, children's play area, beach loungers under palapas/parasols,in-room safe and telephone, satellite TV; night-time... More

My husband, our two kids (2.5 years old and 10 months) and I just spent 6 nights at Tainos Cottage. It was an absolutely wonderful experience! The cottages, individual indonesian houses in old teak are gorgious, very spacious and beautifully furnished. Ours, like several others (there's only 7 on the 'resort') had a bathtub which was half outside, yet offered... More

Tainos' appeal is simply that it's owners aren't trying to be hoteliers. They have 7 teak cottages **almost** on the beach. If you are looking for a resort experience, a super clean villa rental experience, or to be pampered for the arguably - "I should be pampered more fee" - they charge, you ain't gonna get it. But whenever you... More

We came here for our honeymoon and were really pleased with both our stay at the Tainos Cottages and Guadeloupe. The service that we received from the Father/Son duo was always friendly, nonintrusive, and spot on. Everyday, you receive a lovely breakfast by the pool which overlooks the Ocean. The beach was gorgoeous, quiet, tranquil, and nice for swimming. We... More