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Hotel Esmeralda ResortvsCaribbean Princess
Both properties are endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Esmeralda Resort scores significantly better than Caribbean Princess. Esmeralda Resort scores 83 with praise from 4 sources such as Fodor's, Star Service and Oyster.
Hotel Esmeralda Resort
Fodor's
Oyster
Star Service
U.S. News & World Report
Frommer's
Baie Orientale, BP 5141, Orient Bay 97071, St Maarten-St Martin
From $211/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "A recent $2.5-million renovations to the rooms has given them considerably more style and comfort and brought the resort up to a higher standard, while keeping it a very good value." Full review
OysterMid-Range
"Esmeralda Resort's colorful Creole-style villas offer seclusion and elegance with semi-private pools (shared among four units), stylish tropical rooms, and a well-respected restaurant." Full review
Star Service "Tucked away in a quiet setting on the northeastern side of the island, splayed across a low hill overlooking the prized sands of Orient Beach...this tantalizing hybrid offers options." Full review
U.S. News & World Report7.0
"Facing the beryl-tinted waters of St&*& Martin's Orient Bay, Esmeralda Resort boasts 65 rooms and suites spread throughout 18 villas." Full review
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Recent guests said the resort's rooms are spacious and well-maintained, adding that you should request a room closer to the beach (only two villas face the ocean) for the best views.
Frommer's "This village of 18 green-roofed Creole-style villas boasts a spacious garden sprawl that spills down to the beautiful beach at Orient Bay" Full review
Caribbean Princess Oyster Fodor's
Parc de la Baie Orientale | PO Box 5100, Orient Bay 97150, St Maarten-St Martin
From $0/night
- Restaurant
- Pool
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
- Tennis Court
- Air Conditioning
Oyster3.0
"Caribbean Princess' 10 gigantic apartments are stylishly (though sparsely) furnished in an all-white wicker-wood combo." Full review
Fodor's "These 12 large, well-equipped, and updated two- and three-bedroom condos have big kitchens and living rooms."
