Hope Estate Travel Guide
Philipsburg
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Popular places to visit
Great Bay Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Great Bay Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Philipsburg. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Philipsburg Boardwalk
Philipsburg Boardwalk is just one of the places to see in Philipsburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Fort Amsterdam
The remains of the first Dutch military base in the Caribbean offer stunning views across the ocean and over the town of Philipsburg behind it.
Museum of Sint Maarten
Discover where the native population originally came from and learn about major events in the island’s colonial, social and natural past.
Guana Bay Beach
The picturesque shores of this tranquil bay provide a great opportunity to escape the crowds and jump in the crystal clear water for surfing or swimming.
Philipsburg Courthouse
Philipsburg Courthouse is just one of the places to see in Philipsburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this romantic area.
Things to do
Edge Ferry Tickets to St. Barts
Sky Explorer + Flying Dutchman + Schooner + Sentry Hill Line
High-Speed Ferry to St. Barths
Sky Explorer and Flying Dutchman
Captain Bob Speed Boat, Snorkeling, Beach Tour & Lunch St Maarten
Top hotels in Hope Estate
Sonesta Maho Beach All Inclusive Resort Casino & Spa
Great experience. Hotel fascinated us with a room to see the planes landing. Our son was over the room. Food was great. Hotel clean. 100% reccomend.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
The Morgan Resort Spa Village
Nice resort, great views and great food!
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa
Friendly staff, all inclusive resort, decent restaurants, beach and ocean swimming.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Hilton Vacation Club Flamingo Beach St. Maarten
Clean room. But didn’t need the 3 to 5 text messages they were sending me everyday I was there.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Fourteen at Mullet Bay
I do recommend to stay there view was nice also the staff were very nice and professional
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Hommage Hotel & Residences
Wonderful stay, friendly staff and convenient location! Food was great too, would definitely come back.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hope Estate
Vineyard
While Vineyard may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Museum of Sint Maarten and Great Bay Beach.
Sucker Garden
When in Sucker Garden, you can plan a visit to Guana Bay Beach and Dawn Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown Philipsburg
If you're spending some time in Downtown Philipsburg, Great Bay Beach and Museum of Sint Maarten are top sights worth seeing.
Point Blanche
While visiting Point Blanche, you might make a stop by sights like Harbour Point Village and Port of St. Maarten.
Madame's Estate
While Madame's Estate may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Great Bay Beach and Little Bay Beach.
Fort William
While Fort William may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Great Bay Beach and Little Bay Beach.
