Salako Beach
 

Salako Beach is nicely positioned on the eastern edge of Guadeloupe. The tourism scene is most dominant in the cities of Gosier and Pointe-à-Pitre on Guadeloupe, where travelers can enjoy dining and nightlife; it is also home to a cruise port.

You'll find there are some advantages to visiting a beach that hasn't been"discovered" by thousands of tourists, like not having to struggle through a crowd every time you want to take a dip and Salako Beach provides those rewards.

Back by swaying palms, Salako Beach is wide and sandy. A jetty creates two distinct areas of water to enjoy.

Although Salako Beach is not the most secluded beach in Guadeloupe the mix of natural setting, personality and other features offered by this beach could be what you are looking for.

While Salako Beach isn't far from the beaten path, other beaches in Guadeloupe are a bit more urban than this one. This means that, even though it's not the most secluded or romantic spot, it's certainly further outside of the main cities than other beaches.

You won't find beaches in Guadeloupe to be far from the beaten path, but this beach is a little further from the crowds, but is not the most urbanized beach. Salako Beach is still near plenty of people.

Location is a selling point for real estate, and a sunny spot on the beach can be extremely important. There are many beaches in Guadeloupe, and Salako Beach is just one of them. So, if you're looking for an out of the way spot, or a more active getaway, you'll be sure to find it, but this might not be your style.

For many visitors to the Caribbean the amenities and attractions located near the beach are the key factors making the difference between good and terrific. However, many feel that the chance of having most of the beach to yourself is most important. You'll find plenty of beaches in the Caribbean, so Salako Beach is not your only option. Using the information presented below, you can make up your mind if this particular beach is not the perfect fit.

Food

If you start feeling hungry while on the beach, not to worry, you'll have plenty of nearby options when it comes to dining.

The following table lists restaurant options.

Restaurants Near Salako Beach
Restaurant NameCuisine TypeMeals ServedDistanceDirection
Le Bananier Creole lunch & dinner 0.1 mi. N
Auberge de la Vielle Tour Contemporary varies 0.2 mi. NE
La Mandarine French varies 0.2 mi. N
Rosini Italian lunch & dinner 0.5 mi. NE
Restaurant Sucre-Sale N.A. varies 3.2 mi. NW
Cha Cha Cafe Eclectic varies 3.2 mi. NW
Cote Jardin French varies 3.2 mi. NW
Restaurant Maharajah Monty Indian varies 3.3 mi. NW
Les Oiseaux French lunch & dinner 13.0 mi. NE
La Varangue French varies 14.7 mi. NE
Iguane Cafe Contemporary varies 16.3 mi. NE
Chez Paul de Matouba Creole lunch 16.9 mi. SW
Restaurant Clara Creole lunch & dinner 17.3 mi. W
Restaurant Paradis Creole French varies 18.9 mi. SW
Carib Cocktail Eclectic varies 19.0 mi. SW
Le Rocher de Malendure French varies 19.2 mi. SW
Chez Loulouse Creole lunch & dinner 19.4 mi. SW
Les Pavillons Restaurant Caribbean varies 20.4 mi. SW
Les Amandiers Creole lunch & dinner 24.9 mi. S
Le Genois French varies 24.9 mi. S
La Saladerie Eclectic varies 25.0 mi. S
El Dorado Eclectic breakfast, lunch, dinner 25.0 mi. S
Le Touloulou Seafood varies 28.6 mi. SE

There are many great restaurants in Guadeloupe, but some meals are best enjoyed out of doors. Many visitors enjoy having a meal right at the beach. Check with your hotel to see if they will pack a picnic lunch for you, or you can find picnic supplies en route to the beach.

Many beachgoers patronize the snack bar at this beach.

Amenities and Ambience

Whether enjoying the water or stretching out on the sand, Salako Beach has a snack bar to keep you hydrated and fueled with energy.

The number of people at the beach is affected by the time of day, season, and other factors. Some of Guadeloupe's beaches are more crowded than others particularly when tourism season is as its peak. An important thing to remember when considering a day at the beach may be the size of the crowd you'll encounter. While some like a crowded beach with plenty of people and activity, some prefer to just hear the sounds of the surf.

Like everything else about Guadeloupe this beach has a distinctive personality which will appeal to certain visitors. The special qualities of this beach are a bit different from what you'll experience at the other beaches in Guadeloupe. Salako Beach attracts large crowds, so be sure to get there early in order to stake out a spot on the sand.

Attractions

If you're like many travelers, you want to see a lot of great sights during your trip-- and also relax. A day at the beach can be a relaxing part of your vacation, but natural attractions, like Cascade aux Ecrevisses (located 12.9 miles to the southwest of Salako Beach) can be a great addition to your vacation experience.

With so many nearby activities you'll never get bored. Attractions close to this beach can found in the following table.

Attractions Near Salako Beach
Attraction NameDistanceDirectionType
Aquarium de la Guadeloupe 0.2 mi. W Zoo/Wildlife Sanctuary
Musee St-John Perse 3.1 mi. NW Museum
Musee Schoelcher 3.1 mi. NW Museum
Cathedrale de St-Pierre et St-Paul 3.2 mi. NW Church
Destrelland 3.9 mi. NW Shopping
Cascade aux Ecrevisses 12.9 mi. SW Natural Attraction
Maison de la Foret 13.3 mi. SW Natural Attraction
Station Thermale de Ravine Chaude Rene Toribio 13.4 mi. W
Parc National de la Guadeloupe 14.1 mi. SW Natural Attraction
Chutes du Carbet 14.4 mi. SW Natural Attraction

Location

This beach is positioned on the eastern coast of Guadeloupe; it is located near the La Creole Beach Hotel, 0.1 miles away. Salako Beach is near Gosier, so you can tour the town after your visit to the beach.

Nearby Hotels

Whether or not you encounter a lot of other visitors will depend on when you visit. Those who would like to stay in the vicinity of this beach should be able to find what they are looking for.

Other Beaches

You'll find plenty of beaches to choose from in Guadeloupe,; therefore, Salako Beach is just one of the options. Travelers who like this beach might also enjoy Petite-Anse; it's situated 28.7 miles to the southeast. Petite Anse is a great place to kick back and relax on the sunny beach or depart on a scuba adventure.

If you're looking for a more active beach scene, you might enjoy people watching at Callinago Beach. You'll find it a short distance to the northeast.

Another location you may want to try is Arawak Beach, which is located 0.1 miles away from Salako Beach. Visitors to Guadeloupe will find Arawak Beach to be captivatingly beautiful with its tropical palms and protected waters.

You might find that Salako Beach is not your favorite, but if this beach isn't for you, you may want to see what else Guadeloupe has to offer.

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