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A beachside lounge with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking the sea.

A Holland House Beach Hotel reception area with a wooden deck, potted plants, and a signboard.

A multi-story hotel with a grand entrance, a pool area, and outdoor seating.

A balcony with a view of a beach and ocean.

1. Holland House Beach Hotel

Downtown Philipsburg, 1.2 km from Great Bay Beach

Eugene

€262

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A clear blue sky, a swimming pool with a view of the sea, and a hillside with buildings.

A person standing by a large window with a view of a body of water and a distant shoreline.

A coastal scene with clear turquoise waters, a sandy beach, and a hillside with buildings.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a hammock, and a view of the ocean.

2. condostmaarten by the sea -Adults Only-

Indigo Bay, 2 km from Great Bay Beach

Muneca

€400

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small round table, and a chair. There is a bathroom visible through an open door.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, a coffee machine, and a refrigerator.

A hotel with a balcony, large windows, and a view of a mountain range.

A modern dining area with a mix of yellow and green chairs, a central table, and a ceiling with wooden panels and hanging lights.

3. July Apartments

Madame's Estate, 1.7 km from Great Bay Beach

JoyAnn Carolyn

€100

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A neatly made bed with a red bedspread, two matching lamps on either side, and a colorful pillow on the headboard.

A living room with a floral sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

A beige armchair in a room with a white wall, an exit sign, a framed picture, and two potted plants.

Alicia's Inn Guest House with a sign for Victor's Cosmetics.

4. Alicia's Inn

Downtown Philipsburg, 1.2 km from Great Bay Beach

Shelda

€98

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

An aerial view of a beach resort with rows of sun loungers and umbrellas, a pool, and a building with a blue facade.

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, palm trees, and beach umbrellas.

A pool area with a waterfall feature, surrounded by wooden deck chairs and covered seating areas.

A spacious living room with a large window overlooking a tropical garden and the ocean. There are two sofas, a coffee table, and a TV on a stand.

5. Belair Beach Hotel

Belair, 0.9 km from Great Bay Beach

Roman

€172

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and two wall-mounted pictures.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and refrigerator.

A living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and two side tables with lamps.

A patio area with a small plant, a chair, and an umbrella.

6. Carls Unique Inn

3.1 km from Great Bay Beach

Candy

€118

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious lounge area with a large window overlooking the sea, featuring a modern sofa set, a round coffee table, and a decorative vase.

A modern hotel dining area with a buffet, seating arrangements, and a glass partition.

A resort with beachfront villas, a pier, and clear turquoise waters.

7. Oceans at Divi Little Bay

0.4 km from Great Bay Beach

Marlana

€238

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A swimming pool with a red roof, surrounded by potted plants and a white fence.

A living room with a sofa, a glass table with chairs, a TV, and a balcony with plants.

A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, a television, and potted plants.

A stone-paved courtyard with potted plants and a building with a red roof.

8. L'Esperance Hotel

1.5 km from Great Bay Beach

Linda

€139

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A beach with a clear view of the ocean, a sandy shore, and a mountainous backdrop.

A hotel room with a dining area, kitchenette, and a sofa.

A room with a sofa, a glass table with a bottle, curtains, a TV, and a view of the ocean.

A reception area with a white counter, a grey sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

9. Horizon View Beach Hotel

Downtown Philipsburg, 1.1 km from Great Bay Beach

Chris De

€122

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A swimming pool with clear blue water, steps leading into the pool, and a few lounge chairs by the poolside.

A green building with a sign reading "Welcome to The Paradise Inn Your Home away from Home."

A room with a dining table, two chairs, a red armchair, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A Mini Mart with a green facade, outdoor seating area with black chairs and tables, and potted plants.

10. The Paradise Inn

1.6 km from Great Bay Beach

ulander

€97

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A view from inside a building looking out to a beach with clear turquoise water and a distant ship.

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a small table, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a potted plant, a painting, and a view of the sea.

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a small table, and a door leading to a balcony.

11. MIDTOWN MOTEL SXM

Downtown Philipsburg, 0.4 km from Great Bay Beach

Yollanda

€78

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A circular window view of a beach with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a sandy area with umbrellas.

A deck with lounge chairs and tables overlooking a marina and mountains.

A view through a window with tropical curtains, revealing a beach with umbrellas and lounge chairs.

A bartender at Seaview Beach Hotel in St. Maarten, with a bar stocked with various liquor bottles and glasses.

12. Seaview Beach Hotel

Downtown Philipsburg, 0.8 km from Great Bay Beach

Madina

€101

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A beach with rows of sun loungers and umbrellas, a building with balconies, and a backdrop of dense green foliage.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a wooden bench, a desk with a chair, and a wardrobe.

A living room with a ceiling fan, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs.

A building entrance with a staircase leading to a covered area, surrounded by greenery.

13. The Crown House Hotel

Downtown Philipsburg, 1.3 km from Great Bay Beach

Monique

€89

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a small fridge, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror.

A bathroom with a white sink, toilet, and shower area.

A bedroom with a bed, curtains, a TV, an air conditioner, and a small cabinet.

14. Philips Scott House Calinago

Downtown Philipsburg, 0.8 km from Great Bay Beach

€209

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A resort pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a central bar, and a kitchen visible in the background.

A coastal resort with multiple buildings featuring red roofs, a rocky shoreline, and a clear view of the sea.

A coastal hotel with multiple red-roofed buildings, a beach, and a cruise ship in the background.

15. Divi Little Bay Beach Resort

0.7 km from Great Bay Beach

€197

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and inflatable rings.

A modern living room with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and a view of greenery.

A modern hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the sea and mountains.

A beach with a woman walking, wooden lounge chairs, and a clear sky.

16. Le Martin Boutique Hôtel

9.3 km from Great Bay Beach

Cassandra

€243

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A beach resort with palm trees, a pathway, and a view of the ocean.

A tropical resort with palm trees, a pathway, and a view of the ocean.

A pathway leading to a beach with palm trees and a clear blue sky.

A balcony with wicker furniture, a tray with breakfast items, and a view of the beach and ocean.

17. Orient Beach Hotel

8 km from Great Bay Beach

Coura

€209

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a view of the sea.

A wooden deck with a pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a potted plant.

A modern living room with a glass coffee table, a sofa, and a dining area.

18. La Villa Hibiscus

8.7 km from Great Bay Beach

€180

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a gazebo.

A bartender pouring a drink into a martini glass.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, and a view of the beach.

A resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and landscaped gardens.

19. Hotel L'Esplanade

9.1 km from Great Bay Beach

Bonnie

€260

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A balcony with a view of the ocean, a bottle of champagne, two wine glasses, and a book titled "Linda Van Rijn Zoutelande".

A hotel with a view of the ocean, palm trees, and a sailboat in the distance.

A balcony table with breakfast items, a glass of orange juice, and a view of the ocean and palm trees.

A sandy beach with rocky outcrops and a clear view of the ocean.

20. La Vista Hotel

4.1 km from Great Bay Beach

Assad

€228

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Great Bay Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holland House Beach Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
condostmaarten by the sea -Adults Only-	9.2 Wonderful 43 reviews	View
July Apartments	9.0 Wonderful 254 reviews	View
Alicia's Inn	8.8 Excellent 353 reviews	View
Belair Beach Hotel	8.8 Excellent 221 reviews	View

Top Great Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Divi Little Bay Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent

"We absolutely loved our beachfront room!!"

Oceans at Divi Little Bay

10/10 Excellent

"I love everything about the resort, I would highly recommend"

Holland House Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The meals at Ocean were phenomenal!"

The Paradise Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay"

Seaview Beach Hotel

8/10 Good

".."

Beachfront Villa #9 on Great Bay

10/10 Excellent

"An amazing property right on Great Bay Beach. Best location and time we’ve ever had in Saint Martin. Definitely will be back to Villa #9!! Wally was an excellent manager and neighbors who lived there year-round were awesome as well!! Easy walk to the boardwalk with great food and amazing people and shops! Everything was beyond our expectations!"

Alicia's Inn

8/10 Good

"Clive to the beach and shopping center"

Luxury Beachfront 2 Bedroom Condo In The Heart Of Philipsburg/Great Bay

10/10 Excellent

"We had an absolute blast during our stay here. You couldn't ask for a better spot in Philipsburg, steps from the sand and right on the boardwalk made exploring, and relaxing on the beach amazing.The condo was spotless, incredibly comfortable, and provided everything we needed for the week. Our host was exceptional, super responsive, welcoming. Highly recommend to anyone visiting St. Maarten!"

The Crown House Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"It was greattttt"

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Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit

8.4/10 (18 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit in Philipsburg. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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A pier with a red roof, flags, and a sign for 'S&Martin'.

Philipsburg Boardwalk

8.8/10 (97 reviews)

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.

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A Courthouse with a clock tower, surrounded by palm trees and parked cars.

Philipsburg Courthouse

8.4/10 (325 reviews)

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 beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this romantic area.

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A coastal fortification with rusted cannons, a clear blue sea, and green hills in the background.

Fort Amsterdam

8.8/10 (245 reviews)

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.

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A vintage yellow car parked on a cobblestone street lined with colorful buildings, including a Belgian Chocolate Box shop.

Front Street District

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Front Street District during your visit to Philipsburg.

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Little Bay Beach

9.4/10 (366 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Little Bay Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Philipsburg. Amble around this romantic area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Cyrus Wathey Square

8.6/10 (32 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Cyrus Wathey Square and enjoy the boating in Philipsburg. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

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Bobby's Marina

10.0/10 (4 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Philipsburg with a trip to Bobby's Marina. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Great Bay Beach?

Great Bay Beach is located in Philipsburg. Travellers love the area for its beautiful beaches, array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 115 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Great Bay Beach?

Adjacent to Great Bay Beach, Oceans at Divi Little Bay is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 3 outdoor pools and 4 restaurants. Other good choices close by include Divi Little Bay Beach Resort and MIDTOWN MOTEL SXM.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Great Bay Beach?

Expedia has 115 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Great Bay Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Great Bay Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Great Bay Beach.

What can I see and do near Great Bay Beach?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Museum of Sint Maarten and St-Martin Archaeological Museum. Fort Amsterdam, Fort St. Louis and Tahuna Shipwreck are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Cyrus Wathey Square and Seaside Nature Park.

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Our top choices for Great Bay Beach hotels

1. Holland House Beach Hotel

2. condostmaarten by the sea -Adults Only-

3. July Apartments

4. Alicia's Inn

5. Belair Beach Hotel

6. Carls Unique Inn

7. Oceans at Divi Little Bay

8. L'Esperance Hotel

9. Horizon View Beach Hotel

10. The Paradise Inn

11. MIDTOWN MOTEL SXM

12. Seaview Beach Hotel

13. The Crown House Hotel

14. Philips Scott House Calinago

15. Divi Little Bay Beach Resort

16. Le Martin Boutique Hôtel

17. Orient Beach Hotel

18. La Villa Hibiscus

19. Hotel L'Esplanade

20. La Vista Hotel

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Top Great Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Divi Little Bay Beach Resort

Oceans at Divi Little Bay

Holland House Beach Hotel

The Paradise Inn

Seaview Beach Hotel

Beachfront Villa #9 on Great Bay

Alicia's Inn

Luxury Beachfront 2 Bedroom Condo In The Heart Of Philipsburg/Great Bay

The Crown House Hotel

Other attractions near Great Bay Beach

Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit

Philipsburg Boardwalk

Philipsburg Courthouse

Fort Amsterdam

Front Street District

Little Bay Beach

Cyrus Wathey Square

Bobby's Marina

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