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Alamanda ResortvsSimpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa
Both properties are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Alamanda Resort ranks significantly higher than Simpson Bay Resort & Marina. Alamanda Resort is ranked #17 in St. Martin with approval from 4 reviews like Oyster, Fodor's and Frommer's.
Alamanda Resort
Star Service
Fodor's
Oyster
Frommer's
Baie Orientale (Orient Beach), Orient Bay 97071, St Maarten-St Martin
From $177/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Star Service "The hotel is a more informal and less sophisticated version of the nearby Esmeralda, which provides private plunge pools, but the location here...is better." Full review
Fodor's "One of the few resorts directly on the white-sand beach of Orient Bay, this hotel has a funky feel and spacious, colonial-style suites with terraces that overlook the pool, beach, or ocean." Full review
OysterMid-Range
"Mid-range property with an unbeatable location in Orient Bay... the resort has a large pool, free Wi-Fi, and includes a continental breakfast in the room rate." Full review
Frommer's "Comfortable if dated lodgings are set in colorful two-story Creole-style buildings...rooms are spacious, however, each with its own terrace or patio and decorated in colonial teak " Full review
Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa Star Service Oyster Fodor's
U.S. News & World Report Frommer's
Billy Folly Road #37, Simpson Bay, St Maarten-St Martin
From $191/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Star Service "Although nominally a time-share resort, Simpson Bay is nonetheless widely available for weekly unit rentals and sales purchased from the resort itself, from time-share owners." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"This upper-middle-range resort in popular and beautiful Simpson Bay on the Dutch side is one of the best values on the island." Full review
Fodor's "Tucked away on Pelican Key, Simpson Bay Resort borders both the bay and the ocean, giving you a front-row seat for island sunsets from your terrace." Full review
U.S. News & World Report5.0
"Simpson Bay Resort & Marina in St&*& Maarten is home to 336 spacious suites. All accommodations are decorated in vibrant tropical hues and come equipped with kitchens, free internet..." Full review
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Others praise the beautiful grounds and facilities but caution that those with mobility issues should request a room on the first floor since the resort's elevators are often out of order.
Frommer's "The resort feels off the beaten track, nestled inside a crescent cove and framed by the lush hills of the Anse Marcel National Nature Reserve...modestly outfitted rooms and suites are pleasant enough" Full review
