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La Playa Orient BayvsSimpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa
Both hotels are endorsed by those who travel for a living. On balance, La Playa Orient Bay ranks marginally higher than Simpson Bay Resort & Marina. La Playa Orient Bay has a TripExpert Score of 70 with endorsements from 1 publications such as oyster.com.
La Playa Orient Bay
Oyster
116 Baie Orientale, BP 5146, Orient Bay 97071, St Maarten-St Martin
From $439/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
OysterMid-Range
"A one-minute walk to Orient Bay and the hotel's partner restaurant, bar, spa, and boutique gives guests additional resort-like amenities -- all for budget-hotel prices." Full review
Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa
Star Service Oyster
Fodor's
U.S. News & World Report
Frommer's
Billy Folly Road #37, Simpson Bay, St Maarten-St Martin
From $191/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Star Service "Although nominally a time-share resort, Simpson Bay is nonetheless widely available for weekly unit rentals and sales purchased from the resort itself, from time-share owners." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"This upper-middle-range resort in popular and beautiful Simpson Bay on the Dutch side is one of the best values on the island." Full review
Fodor's "Tucked away on Pelican Key, Simpson Bay Resort borders both the bay and the ocean, giving you a front-row seat for island sunsets from your terrace." Full review
U.S. News & World Report5.0
"Simpson Bay Resort & Marina in St&*& Maarten is home to 336 spacious suites. All accommodations are decorated in vibrant tropical hues and come equipped with kitchens, free internet..." Full review
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Others praise the beautiful grounds and facilities but caution that those with mobility issues should request a room on the first floor since the resort's elevators are often out of order.
Frommer's "The resort feels off the beaten track, nestled inside a crescent cove and framed by the lush hills of the Anse Marcel National Nature Reserve...modestly outfitted rooms and suites are pleasant enough" Full review
