Carlson Hotels to Pour $60 Million into L´Habitation on St. Martin

Carlson Hotels Worldwide acquired the 253-room L´Habitation de Lonvilliers Resort (formerly the Le Meridien) with plans to transform it into the Radisson St. Martin Resort and Spa in late 2006, following a $60 million renovation.

Accommodations will be in several three-story buildings surrounding the pool and garden areas, as well as waterfront villas adjacent to the property´s 160-slip marina, also part of the acquisition.

The redesign of the grounds will include tropical gardens, water lagoons, a “lazy river” recreational pool plus a signature swimming pool, located between the guest rooms and the beach.

Additional facilities will be a spa offering a range of treatments and health and wellness facilities; a 6,000-square-foot ballroom; and two new restaurants.