Saint Martin Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Maho Reef featuring a coastal town, a beach and landscape views
Cupecoy showing rugged coastline
Saint Martin
Cupecoy showing landscape views, general coastal views and rocky coastline
Maho Reef featuring a beach, aircraft and an aircraft

The French half of a small dual-nation island in the Caribbean, Saint Martin is a popular year-round holiday destination. As well as boasting beautiful beaches, excellent shopping and delicious French Caribbean cuisine, this stunning island offers plenty of exciting water and outdoor activities.

Saint Martin Hotel + Flights

What’s better than unwinding on a tropical island? Scoring great savings along the way. With a Saint Martin Vacation Package you can save loads just by bundling your hotel and flight bookings. Choose from 3,574 Expedia-listed hotels starting at ฿4,880 a night, then add your flights. You can even include other bookings as well. Tours, experiences, car rentals? No problem. If you want to indulge your inner thrill-seeker, why not add a Fly Zone Treetop Adventure at Loterie Farm to your package as well?

Your Saint Martin Vacation Itinerary

  • Day 1: Most visitors arrive here via Princess Juliana International Airport in Philipsburg, in neighbouring Sint Maarten. Freshen up in your hotel in Saint Martin’s capital, Marigot, before checking out attractions like the West Indies Mall, Marigot Market and Fort Louis.

  • Day 2: Pick up the keys to a rental car and cruise around the island. Stop off at Loterie Farm then head to Quartier D’Orléans, a seaside village on the eastern coast.

  • Day 3: Don’t head home without savoring a sumptuous meal in Grand Case, known for its gourmet French cuisine. Time your visit to catch a glimpse of the elusive “green flash” as the sun sets over the ocean.

Saint Martin Information

Where to stay in Saint Martin

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Maho

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting Maho, you might make a stop by sights like Mullet Bay Beach and Mullet Bay.

Maho
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Pelican Key

While visiting Pelican Key, you might make a stop by sights like Flamingo Beach and Lay Bay Beach.

Pelican Key
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Indigo Bay

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Indigo Bay and surrounding area, you can visit Little Bay Beach and Indigo Beach.

Indigo Bay
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Downtown Philipsburg

If you're spending some time in Downtown Philipsburg, Great Bay Beach and Sint Maarten Park are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Philipsburg
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Oyster Pond

3/5(1 area review)

Oyster Pond is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Dawn Beach or Oyster Bay Marina while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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Cay Bay

Though Cay Bay may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Flamingo Beach and Indigo Beach.

Cay Bay
Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa

Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa

4 out of 5
Billy Folly Road 37, Simpson Bay
The price is ฿4,067 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
฿4,067
฿4,880 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Simpson Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 6 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,416 reviews)
Always a great stay at Simpson Bay Resort

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025

Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa
Sonesta Maho Beach All Inclusive Resort Casino & Spa

Sonesta Maho Beach All Inclusive Resort Casino & Spa

4 out of 5
1 Rhine Road, Maho Bay, Lowlands
The price is ฿8,508 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿8,508
฿10,294 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Lowlands. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,678 reviews)
Room was well maintained. Staff were polite and courteous. Beach view was despicable.

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025

Sonesta Maho Beach All Inclusive Resort Casino & Spa
The Morgan Resort Spa Village

The Morgan Resort Spa Village

4 out of 5
2 Beacon Hill Road, Simpson Bay
The price is ฿9,368 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
฿9,368
฿11,964 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Simpson Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,853 reviews)
We had an exceptional time at the Morgan! This was our second time here and could not be happier with our stay. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. We absolutely LOVE the pool area - a true beauty in itself! Our room was very clean and well-maintained. Cleaning staff took care of every ...

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025

The Morgan Resort Spa Village
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten

Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten

4 out of 5
115 Welfare Road, Simpson Bay
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Simpson Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,133 reviews)
Clean rooms

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025

Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten
Fourteen at Mullet Bay

Fourteen at Mullet Bay

3.5 out of 5
2 University Drive, Cupecoy, Lowlands
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Lowlands. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (366 reviews)
Good- looks exactly like the pictures, the elevator was a little tricky. Pool bar doesn’t open on sundays. The concierge leaves after 7. The casino across the street is only slot machines and a baccarat game. The security looks like he won’t be able to save you if you were to win and someone was ...

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025

Fourteen at Mullet Bay
The Hills Residence

The Hills Residence

3 out of 5
69 Welfare Rd, Simpson Bay, Sint Maarten
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Simpson Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Orient Bay Beach and Maho Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (46 reviews)
This apartment was nice, clean, modern, walking distance to restaurants and shops.

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

The Hills Residence
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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