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

A person relaxing on a beach chair with a drink, overlooking a clear blue sea and a distant shoreline.

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.

1. Holland House Beach Hotel

Downtown Philipsburg, 1.2 km from Great Bay Beach

Anju

CNY1,642

CNY1,970 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a rug, and a patterned wall.

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

2. July Apartments

Madame's Estate, 1.7 km from Great Bay Beach

Megan

CNY622

CNY653 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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

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

A corridor with red and white walls, a fire exit sign, and barred windows.

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

3. Alicia's Inn

Downtown Philipsburg, 1.2 km from Great Bay Beach

thomas

CNY590

CNY738 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

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

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

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and large windows with a view of the outdoors.

4. Belair Beach Hotel

Belair, 0.9 km from Great Bay Beach

beverly

CNY1,072

CNY1,294 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

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

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

5. Carls Unique Inn

3.1 km from Great Bay Beach

Barrington

CNY616

CNY751 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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

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

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

A spacious living area with a red sofa, wooden chairs, a coffee table, and various potted plants.

6. L'Esperance Hotel

1.5 km from Great Bay Beach

Linda

CNY905

CNY1,041 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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

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.

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

7. Horizon View Beach Hotel

Downtown Philipsburg, 1.1 km from Great Bay Beach

Raoul

CNY687

CNY824 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

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

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden table with a fruit basket, and a window with curtains.

8. The Paradise Inn

1.6 km from Great Bay Beach

Patrick

CNY694

CNY729 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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 television, a small table, and a door leading to a balcony.

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.

9. MIDTOWN MOTEL SXM

Downtown Philipsburg, 0.4 km from Great Bay Beach

Angela

CNY489

CNY587 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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

A beach view with a palm tree, a wooden fence, and a chair.

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

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

10. The Crown House Hotel

Downtown Philipsburg, 1.3 km from Great Bay Beach

Marc-Anthony

CNY554

CNY665 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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

A beach scene with a sign that reads "WE LOVE St. Maarten" and a view of boats in the background.

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

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

11. Seaview Beach Hotel

Downtown Philipsburg, 0.8 km from Great Bay Beach

Erik

CNY631

CNY757 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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 white sink, toilet, and shower area.

A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower.

A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror.

12. Philips Scott House Calinago

Downtown Philipsburg, 0.8 km from Great Bay Beach

CNY1,026

CNY1,567 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A wooden deck with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a bar area overlooking a mountainous landscape.

A coastal residential area with houses, a road, and a view of the sea with boats.

A modern room with a wooden table, a TV, and a balcony with a chair.

A balcony with two lounge chairs and a small table, overlooking a coastal area with buildings and greenery.

13. Villa Jwi Lavi Boutique Hotel

9.9 km from Great Bay Beach

albrecht

CNY950

CNY988 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A beach 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 multi-story hotel with a landscaped garden and palm trees.

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

14. Orient Beach Hotel

8 km from Great Bay Beach

Brianda

CNY1,511

CNY1,571 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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

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

A stone staircase with a metal railing, surrounded by various plants and rocks.

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

15. La Villa Hibiscus

8.7 km from Great Bay Beach

Shawna

CNY1,300

CNY1,352 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A wooden deck with a view of a beach and ocean.

A balcony with a view of a beach and hotel buildings.

A living room with a sofa, a television, and a kitchen area with cabinets and a microwave.

A hotel entrance with a tiled staircase, red potted plants, and a sign welcoming guests.

16. Baker's Suites

4 km from Great Bay Beach

Georgia

CNY706

CNY864 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A beachfront hotel with a pool, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

A courtyard with statues, a small pool, and lush greenery.

A terrace with wooden furniture, a view of the beach, and green umbrellas.

A room with a bed, a dining table, a kitchen area, and a view of greenery outside.

17. Azure Hotel and Art Studio

5.1 km from Great Bay Beach

Travis

CNY785

CNY891 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A swimming pool with clear blue water, a building with balconies, and palm trees.

A pool with a view of the beach and ocean.

A beachfront hotel with a sandy beach, clear turquoise waters, and a rocky shoreline.

A resort with multiple-story buildings, a well-maintained lawn, and a view of the ocean.

18. Hilton Vacation Club Flamingo Beach St. Maarten

4.3 km from Great Bay Beach

Brittany L

CNY738

CNY951 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A modern living room with large windows, a purple sofa, and a view of the beach and ocean.

A room with a large window offering a view of a golf course and a beach.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of a beach and golf course, and a balcony with seating.

A modern living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a TV on a cabinet. The room has large windows with a view of a cityscape and greenery.

19. Mullet Bay Suites: Your Luxury Stay Awaits

8.2 km from Great Bay Beach

Anthony

CNY1,717

CNY2,408 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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

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.

A balcony with a view of the sea, a table with breakfast items, and striped lounge chairs.

20. Hotel L'Esplanade

9.1 km from Great Bay Beach

David

CNY1,630

CNY1,956 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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Compare popular hotels close to Great Bay Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holland House Beach Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 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
Carls Unique Inn	8.6 Excellent 450 reviews	View

Other landmarks near Great Bay Beach

Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit

8.4/10 (18 reviews)

If museums are on your list of things to see, you might want to browse the collections at Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit in Downtown Philipsburg. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is great for couples and has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you want to see more of the museums in Philipsburg, you can easily walk to Museum of Sint Maarten.

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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 worth a visit, located 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from central Philipsburg.

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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 worth a pic or two when discovering Downtown Philipsburg. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is great for couples and has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.

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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)

If seeing the sights is on your list of things to do, head to Fort Amsterdam— just one of the landmarks located 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from central Little Bay. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is great for couples and has lots of nice beaches.

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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

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Front Street District in Downtown Philipsburg. Splash some more cash at Harbour Point Village.

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Little Bay Beach

9.4/10 (366 reviews)

Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Little Bay Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from central Philipsburg. Catch the sunset by the shore at Great Bay Beach and Indigo Beach, located nearby.

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Cyrus Wathey Square

8.6/10 (32 reviews)

If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Cyrus Wathey Square in Downtown Philipsburg. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Seaside Nature Park, located nearby.

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Bobby's Marina

10.0/10 (4 reviews)

Imagine strolling along Bobby's Marina for some great waterfront pics. It's located 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from central Philipsburg. If you carry on walking you'll get to Port of St. Maarten, Great Bay Beach, and Harbour Point Village for some more water views.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hotels near Great Bay Beach?

Guests enjoy staying at Seaview Beach Hotel, which is a hotel close to Great Bay Beach.
Also highly rated is Horizon View Beach Hotel, which is just steps away.
The area has plenty to choose from with 7,814 lodging options including hotels and vacation rentals.

How much does it cost to stay in a hotel near Great Bay Beach?

You can find a variety of room prices on Hotels.com depending on where you plan to go and when. To see the lowest rates available, filter by your preferred criteria and sort by price.

Take a look at the lowest price per night from CNY488

Can I find hotels close to Great Bay Beach that are fully refundable?

Yes, there are many hotels offering refundable rates, but make sure to review the cancellation deadline before you book. To find those rates, use the "Fully refundable" filter when you search for hotels.

Both JW Marriott St. Maarten Beach Resort & Spa and Cap Juluca, A Belmond Hotel, Anguilla are highly rated hotels close to Great Bay Beach that offer these rates.

What are the best romantic hotels near Great Bay Beach?

For travelers looking for a romantic stay, Seaview Beach Hotel offers a beach, an ocean-view restaurant, and a beach bar. It's steps from Great Bay Beach.
Another great option is Holland House Beach Hotel, which is just steps away.

What are the best hotels close to Great Bay Beach with free breakfast?

Enjoy a free self-serve breakfast to begin your day at Hotel La Plantation, which is a short 13-minute drive from Great Bay Beach.
Esmeralda Resort is also a recommended place to stay with a free continental breakfast, and it's located a short drive away.

Which hotels near Great Bay Beach have rooms with great views?

Travelers can enjoy rooms with ocean or city views at Seaview Beach Hotel, which is steps from Great Bay Beach.
Also recommended is Holland House Beach Hotel, which has rooms with ocean or city views.

What are the best family hotels close to Great Bay Beach?

For travelers looking for a family-friendly stay, consider Belair Beach Hotel, which is a short 3-minute drive from Great Bay Beach.
Another great option for your family's trip is The Villas at Simpson Bay Resort.

What are the best luxury hotels near Great Bay Beach?

Pamper yourself with a stay at JW Marriott St. Maarten Beach Resort & Spa, which is a short 8-minute drive from Great Bay Beach. This hotel features 3 restaurants including Carambola, and offers an outdoor pool.
Another luxurious option is Sonesta Ocean Point All Inclusive, Adults Only Resort, which is a short drive away.

What are the best hotels near Great Bay Beach with free parking?

Drive and park with ease when you stay at Oceans at Divi Little Bay, which offers free parking. You'll be steps from Great Bay Beach.
Divi Little Bay Beach Resort also has free parking and is 20 minutes away on foot.

What are the best hotels near Great Bay Beach with a pool?

If swimming is at the top of your list, Seaview Beach Hotel has an outdoor pool. Great Bay Beach is steps from the hotel.
Another great choice for a hotel with a pool is Oceans at Divi Little Bay.

What are the best things to see and do around my hotel near Great Bay Beach?

Besides relaxing by the water at Great Bay Beach, you can check out nearby sights like Maho Beach, Mullet Bay Beach, and Grand Case Beach.
Other places in the area are Orient Bay, Port of St. Maarten, and Pinel Island.

What are the best lodges close to Great Bay Beach?

Get out and enjoy nature with a stay at Room Sucrier ., which is within reach of Great Bay Beach. The lodge offers guests breakfast.
Room Colibri . is another lodge located in the larger area.

What are the best cabins close to Great Bay Beach?

St.Barth Ocean Cabana Sea view AC & Wifi: Enjoy serenity and a hot tub when you stay at this cabin, which is within reach of Great Bay Beach.

What are the best pet-friendly hotels close to Great Bay Beach?

Bring your cherished pet with you to Seaview Beach Hotel, which is steps from Great Bay Beach.
La Samanna, A Belmond Hotel, St Martin is another pet-friendly option. The hotel provides pet sitting services and food and water bowls.