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Hotel L'EsplanadevsOyster Bay Beach Resort
Both hotels are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Hotel L'Esplanade is preferred by most professionals compared to Oyster Bay Beach Resort. Hotel L'Esplanade ranks #3 in St. Martin with positive reviews from 5 sources such as DK Eyewitness, Star Service and Fodor's.
Hotel L'Esplanade
Fodor's
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Oyster
U.S. News & World Report
Frommer's
Grand Case 97150, St Maarten-St Martin
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Pool
Fodor's "Enthusiasts return again and again to the classy, loft-style suites in this immaculate boutique hotel." Full review
DK Eyewitness "On a hill above Grand Case, all units at this luxurious resort overlook the sea. Rooms are spacious and upscale with a full kitchen and private furnished terrace."
Star Service "The hillside views from this hotel are almost as panoramic as those from La Samanna, but its premises are often quieter, and its guest quarters are in some cases even larger." Full review
OysterUpscale
"Each room has a balcony and full kitchen, and the units are spacious and sophisticated. The pool is scenic and lush." Full review
U.S. News & World Report2.0
"L'Esplanade Hotel is a boutique hotel tucked into the verdant countryside of St." Full review
Frommer's "It just gets everything right, and does it with style. High standards are keenly maintained in the collection of contempory suites, all featuring sun-splashed tile terraces facing the sea" Full review
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
i
The infinity pool is a highlight with its attractive curved design and beautiful views of the ocean.
