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Divi Little Bay Beach ResortvsSonesta Ocean Point Resort
Both hotels are highly recommended by expert writers. On balance, Sonesta Ocean Point Resort is preferred by most reviewers compared to Divi Little Bay Beach Resort. Sonesta Ocean Point Resort is ranked #6 in St. Martin with endorsements from 4 reviewers including Frommer's, Fodor's and Oyster.
Divi Little Bay Beach Resort
Fodor's
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Oyster
U.S. News & World Report
Frommer's
Little Bay Road, Philipsburg, St Maarten-St Martin
From $269/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Fodor's "Bordering the lovely but sparsely populated Little Bay, this renovated property is well located and is awash with water sports." Full review
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If you think you would enjoy watching the cruise ships arrive then ask for a bayfront unit.
DK Eyewitness "The massive grounds invite strolling, and there are three pools, restaurants and bars, and spa, tennis courts, and several watersports."
Star Service "Divi's rooms are a little more rustic, though there are fewer of them, which translates into more solitude. Again, it resides on one of the island's top beaches, a sprawling golden swath of sand." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"This upper-middle-range time-share resort is conveniently located on asemi-private peninsula just outside of Philipsburg." Full review
U.S. News & World Report4.0
"Previous lodgers raved about this resort's affordable room rates and picturesque setting, citing its desolate sands, calm waves and superb snorkeling as highlights. " Full review
Frommer's "The architecture evokes a European seaside village, with stucco walls and terra-cotta roofs, with some Dutch colonial touches." Full review
Sonesta Ocean Point Resort Star Service Oyster Fodor's U.S. News & World Report Frommer's
1A Rhine Road, Maho, St Maarten-St Martin
From $323/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service "This all-inclusive, adults-only resort is the former Ocean Terrace building at the adjacent Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino." Full review
OysterLuxury
"This adults-only, all-inclusive resort features direct access to Maho Beach, along with 129 bright rooms with private balconies or terraces and large bathrooms." Full review
Fodor's "The roomy suites in this sophisticated, luxurious enclave are some of the very best accommodations on the island." Full review
U.S. News & World Report3.0
"Each of the all-suite property's 130 accommodations features a neutral color palette, a minifridge...recent visitors heaped praise on the resort's friendly employees and clean accommodations." Full review
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However, many warned that several areas of the property are still undergoing renovations to repair damage from Hurricane Irma, meaning you may hear construction noise and encounter missing or malfunctioning suite amenities during your stay.
Frommer's "Butler service and custom-designed suites with marble baths, private terraces, and scads of cool stuff (Nespresso machines, 400-thread-count sheets, Molton Brown toiletries)." Full review
