Pétion-Ville

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Pétionville is a suburb of Haiti in the hills east of Port-au-Prince on the northern hills of the Massif de la Selle. It was named after Alexandre Sabès Pétion (1770 - 1818), the Haitian patriot/general and later president. The suburb is primarily a residential and resort area. Pétionville is one of the most affluent areas in Haiti where the majority of tourist activity takes place.

History

Previously recognized under the name of "La Coupe Charbonniière", Petionville became during the mid 19th century the residence of many inhabitants of Port-au-Prince, moving away from the hustle & bustle of the country's capital. Today the suburb is completely urbanized and is the home of many of the nation's wealthiest. The small campsite as it was known as during its early beginnings soon became a resort town as seen today with a population of more than 35,000.

Nightlife

Petionville is far more secure than the center of Port-au-Prince and the other major cities of Haiti. The community is very stable with a nightlife and business proceeding with an air of normalcy that greatly contrasts to other parts of Port-au-Prince. The hillside region contains many bars, clubs, hotels, and restaurants. The famous hotel 'El Rancho' is situated in Petionville. Businesses that cater to tourists are commonplace, and parties and get-togethers often take place at night.