Nestled in the Terres Basses, on the western tip of the island, Mercure St Martin boasts a garden of artwork that is a veritable tourist attraction in itself. But that’s not all there is to love about this luxury resort, which has a beautiful beachfront filled with palm trees and hammock, a sumptuous spa, an outdoor swimming pool, a tennis court, and even its own onsite water sports facilities. Colourful guest rooms come with a terrace offering views of either the lagoon, garden or swimming pool, and there’s a restaurant serving French and Creole food and a separate bar that’s popular for pre-dinner drinks and nightcaps.