This boutique hotel is right on Great Bay Beach, St. Maarten, and offers spacious rooms with 30-inch flat-screen cable TVs. Captain Hodge Pier is a 7 minute drive away.
Johanna
Grenada
I Iiked the location. Right on the board walk on one side and front street with shops on the other side.
In easy walking distance to the ferry port. Breakfast was great.
Located in Philipsburg, a 3-minute walk from Little Bay Beach, Belair Beach Hotel provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.
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Located in Philipsburg, a 9-minute walk from Great Bay Beach, The Bute Hotel has accommodations with a terrace, free private parking, a bar and a casino.
On the beautiful island of St. Maarten, this family-friendly resort is right on the beach, and features exceptional service, endless recreational activities and all the comforts of home.
Joseph
United States of America
The location on Little Bay was probably the best on St Martin. The view of Saba from the beach was amazing. The isolated location, being on a thin peninsula was a good thing since the town left something to be desired. The beach and water were fantastic. The rooms we stayed in had super high vaulted ceilings and great views of the bay. The food was good, but see below.
A 3-minute walk from Cupecoy Beach in Philipsburg, The Hotel Porto Cupecoy provides accommodations with access to wellness packages and beauty services.
Dragos
United States of America
Excellent location near beaches, beautiful views from every room and balcony, grocery store on site. Good restaurants on site, excellent swimming pool.
Calinago Friendly Family Sxm in Philipsburg provides adults-only accommodations with a casino, a garden, and a bar. The air-conditioned accommodations are a few steps from Great Bay Beach.
Ross
United States of America
Location is great, steps away from the beach, safe a local.
Maison Saint-Pierre2 offers accommodations in Philipsburg, a 13-minute walk from Great Bay Beach. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.
Fred
Canada
Lovely breezes on spacious balcony with ocean view
Easy walk to town
Owner very responsive
Well equipped kitchen
Large beds in both bedrooms
On average, 3-star hotels in Philipsburg cost $216 per night, and 4-star hotels in Philipsburg are $380 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Philipsburg can be found for $319 per night, on average (based on Booking.com prices).
We found the entirety of our stay on the Dutch side of Sint...
We found the entirety of our stay on the Dutch side of Sint Maarten wonderful. Taxis at the resort were readily available and reasonable. Be smart and pull up the cruise schedules and plan your trips outside the resort around lighter days. Definitely take a speedboat to Anguilla.
Diane
United States of America
8.0
Scored 8.0
Philipsburg is a fun town with lots of restaurants and shops...
Philipsburg is a fun town with lots of restaurants and shops. Offcourse the boulevard too.
It is like Zandvoort aan zee but a lot warmer ;)
So yes it can be a bit crowdy when there are more than one CruiseShip there. Place for more cruiseships makes that a lot of tourist get ashore and that can be up to 5000 people pro cruiseship. Offcourse they do not all come to Philipsburg but it can get a little crowdy very tourist place to be.
Without the cruiseships Philipsburg still got her own caracter as a small town. On sunday catholic church you can hear people sing and pray.
You can join in entrance is at the backstreet of the boulevard.
You still see some damages made by Hurricanes but they are building and restoring and in 2025 they think they will be ready.
Nice people
Good place to be
Angelique
Netherlands
4.0
Scored 4.0
lovely beach but have to pay for loungers/umbrellas unless...
lovely beach but have to pay for loungers/umbrellas unless staying at hotel with beach access.
many many shops with staff in street trying to get you to buy, aimed at cruise ship passengers, too much hassle for our liking. unable to walk and sightsee due to constant sales interruptions.
traffic congestion
melanie
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
The island is still recovering from previous hurricanes, it...
The island is still recovering from previous hurricanes, it is very safe to move about on your own. The people are strong and hopeful. They are friendly, displaying kindly smiling faces. Local food is so good and easy to get. Shopping is limited mostly to beautiful jewelry, cigarettes, and alcohol at below US prices. Everyone speaks English. Lots of beautiful beaches and water activities to enjoy.
Laverne
United States of America
10
Scored 10
Philipsburg was awesome.
Philipsburg was awesome. If you're looking for a party nightlife, stop reading. Philipsburg is not for you. However, if you're looking for a nice relaxing vacation, then Philipsburg is your place. The Boardwalk is wonderful. You can rent a beach chair for a fee and drink minimum, which isn't so bad because you can lay, drink, and eat there all day. I went to St. Maarten for the SCUBA Diving, so I would dive in the morning and relax in the afternoon. However, please be aware that bars and restaurants close EARLY. Like most of them close at 5 or 6 because that's when the cruise ship tourists go back to the boat. There are a few bars and restaurants open later. The Chinese food places in town definitely stay open a lot later. Front Street offers shopping and the Yoda Guy Museum as well as the Guavaberry Emporium.
You also can take public transportation anywhere. Including to and from the airport for $2.00 US each way. The public transportation buses are simply minivans with signs in the bottom of the front windshield, that say, "MAHO" or "St. Peters," or "French Q" or "Ps'Burg" or wherever you are planning to go. The bus stop is literally a four minute walk from the airport and there's a sidewalk to the street that leads you right there. Otherwise, a taxi is $20.00 per person regardless of how many people are in the taxi.
I would recommend going to MAHO Beach and watch the planes. Grab some lunch from the Sunset Bar & Grill and then go to the beach and watch the planes. You can even stand behind an Air Bus and get blown away as it takes off. I know, it sounds maniacal, but it actually is fun. If you're keeping score at home, yes I did get behind an Air Bus as it took off, but did NOT get blown over or into the sea.
Five Stars for Philipsburg.
James
United States of America
6.0
Scored 6.0
The town is still in the recovery mode from the 2017...
The town is still in the recovery mode from the 2017 Hurricanes. Most of the shops are re-opened for business, but the effects of the storms are still evident. It was disappointing to note the lower level of activity on the boardwalk after dark. Our favorite restaurant, IL' Escargot is still closed on front street, with no signs of renovation activity.
Very spacious and clean! Loved the outdoor seating and 2 hammocks to enjoy the constant breeze. Very well equipped kitchen and comfy bed.
It was interesting to see the cruise ships at the port from our terrace. Location was good in that we walked to an excellent dinner at Chesterfields and the next morning walked to the port to catch the ferry to St Barths.
The host was very helpful with directions as our taxi driver had a little trouble finding the apartment.
Overall an excellent choice and great value for our brief stay in Philipsburg!
It is in the heart of Philipsburg, easy 20-25 minute taxi ride from Princess Juliana Airport (SXM). Restaurants and stores are all around withing walking distance. Very large room, well-quipped as advertised. Proprietor Andrae is very responsive and easy-going. 30 seconds or less walk to the sand, right along the boardwalk. 1 level up from street, short stairway walk. The view from your balcony is priceless. Buses (vans) are inexpensive and easy to catch and get around. Very good value.
Everything about this property is great. It is close to shopping on Front Street and located along the boardwalk. There are food options along the boardwalk as well. The restaurant here is also very good but their bartender, Harber, is the best. Overall, the staff were friendly, welcoming, and accommodating. Please note that this hotel is in a shopping area so it gets really quiet once everything closes—it’s not in a lively neighborhood.
The Location was beautiful! Right on the beach and in a quiet location but close enough to get to the attractions in St Maarten. It was great waking up to that view on a daily basis. I would definitely stay here again.
The rooms are new inside, and ours was clean and comfortable for a short stay. We had a problem with the aircon in our room, but they solved the problem quickly. The hotel is within walking distance of Phillipsburg.
The place was very nice and well laid out . Owner Louis and wife made us feel like family. This place will definitely be my home away from home when travel to St Maarten
Hotel room was on the beach, the beach itself, the swimming pools and Éline at réception who was so smiley and lovely and funny! Easter egg hunt. Beds were comfortable.
The villa is very luxurious and has a very nice view on Philipsburg.
I really recommend this villa as a nice place for quality time together with your love ones.
While there was no breakfast at the hotel there were a couple local providers close by. The location was good for shopping purposes and the beach is close by.
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