Hotel Esmeralda ResortvsTurquoise Shell Inn

Both Turquoise Shell Inn and Esmeralda Resort are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Esmeralda Resort scores significantly higher than Turquoise Shell Inn. Esmeralda Resort scores 78 with recommendations from 3 sources such as Fodor's, oyster.com and Frommer's.

Hotel Esmeralda Resort

Tripexpert score:

7/10

Location:Baie Orientale, BP 5141, Orient Bay 97071, St Maarten-St Martin

Price:

From $211/night

Amenities:

Pet Friendly
Bar/Lounge
Free Internet
Room Service
Free Breakfast
Laundry Service

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Expert reviews:

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

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

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Turquoise Shell Inn

Tripexpert score:

7/10

Location:34 Simpson Bay Rd., Simpson Bay 00000, St Maarten-St Martin