Hotel Esmeralda ResortvsSapphire Beach Club Resort
Both properties are rated very highly by writers. Overall, Esmeralda Resort scores significantly higher than Sapphire Beach Club Resort. Esmeralda Resort is ranked #13 in St. Martin with approval from 4 reviews like Fodor's, Oyster and Frommer's.
Hotel Esmeralda Resort
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
Oyster
Mid-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 Report
7.0
"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
Sapphire Beach Club Resort
Lowlands 147, Cupecoy Bay, St Maarten-St Martin
From $170/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
DK Eyewitness
"Even the smallest units here have fully equipped kitchens, king-sized beds, living areas, sofa beds, and patio or terrace, making this ideal for families."
Oyster
Budget
"This hotel was significantly impacted by Hurricane Irma in September 2017 and is currently closed. We will update our review as soon as we have more information. Even a brief stay at this..." Full review