Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & SpavsSonesta Ocean Point Resort
Both Simpson Bay Resort & Marina and Sonesta Ocean Point Resort are highly recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, Sonesta Ocean Point Resort scores significantly better than Simpson Bay Resort & Marina. Sonesta Ocean Point Resort comes in at 87 with praise from 4 publications like Star Service, Frommer's and Fodor's.
Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa
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
Oyster
Upper-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 Report
5.0
"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
Sonesta Ocean Point Resort
1A Rhine Road, Maho, St Maarten-St Martin
From $323/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service
"This all-inclusive, adults-only resort is the former Ocean Terrace building at the adjacent Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"This adults-only, all-inclusive resort features direct access to Maho Beach, along with 129 bright rooms with private balconies or terraces and large bathrooms." Full review
Fodor's
"The roomy suites in this sophisticated, luxurious enclave are some of the very best accommodations on the island." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
3.0
"Each of the all-suite property's 130 accommodations features a neutral color palette, a minifridge...recent visitors heaped praise on the resort's friendly employees and clean accommodations." Full review
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However, many warned that several areas of the property are still undergoing renovations to repair damage from Hurricane Irma, meaning you may hear construction noise and encounter missing or malfunctioning suite amenities during your stay.
Frommer's
"Butler service and custom-designed suites with marble baths, private terraces, and scads of cool stuff (Nespresso machines, 400-thread-count sheets, Molton Brown toiletries)." Full review