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Oyster Bay Beach ResortvsHotel La Plantation
Both properties are rated very highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Oyster Bay Beach Resort ranks slightly higher than Hotel La Plantation. Oyster Bay Beach Resort scores 85 with approval from 5 reviews like Fodor's, Travel + Leisure and Oyster.
Oyster Bay Beach Resort
Frommer's
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
Star Service
Oyster
Emerald Merit Rd 10, Oyster Pond 97150, St Maarten-St Martin
From $185/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's "At the end of a twisting, scenic road... this retreat was originally designed for vacationers who don't like overly commercialized megaresorts; now it's largely a timeshare." Full review
Fodor's "Jutting out into Oyster Bay, this happening condo/time-share resort sits on Dawn Beach. The renovated rooms are spacious and neat, with fresh paint and granite bath vanities." Full review
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If you can, get a renovated unit.
Travel + Leisure "This condo resort and timeshare complex sprawls along the tip of a narrow sandy peninsula between the ocean and Oyster Pond marina." Full review
Star Service "This expansive operation continues to provide families and couples in search of residential comfort a dependable option with more regional than international flavor." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"Rooms are modern and come in studio and one- or two-bedroom configurations, and many have kitchens." Full review
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The infinity pool is a highlight with its attractive curved design and beautiful views of the ocean.
Hotel La Plantation Fodor's Oyster Star Service Frommer's
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
C5 Parc de La Baie Orientale, Orient Bay 97150, St Maarten-St Martin
From $187/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's "Perched high above Orient Bay, this colonial-style hotel is a charmer, and guests give high marks to the recent renovations." Full review
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Be sure to check into advantageous free-night promotions especially in the slower months.
OysterMid-Range
"Hotel La Plantation’s colorful Creole-style villas offer seclusion with well-spaced and stylish tropical rooms, a small but lovely restaurant... and beautifully lush grounds." Full review
Star Service "This longtime favorite could just as well be called Le Petit Four thanks to its intimate size and charming staff." Full review
Frommer's "You'll sleep serenely in villas pillowed in gardens of palm and banana trees and be just a 10-minute stroll from the buzzing action of Orient Bay when you book a room at this low-rise hotel" Full review
Lonely Planet "A 450m walk from the beach, this plantation-style resort's spacious suites and studios are scattered across a landscaped slope along with a timber-decked swimming pool and two tennis courts" Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"A 450m walk from the beach, this plantation-style resort's spacious suites and studios are scattered across a landscaped slope along with a timber-decked swimming pool and two tennis courts" Full review
