Hope Estate Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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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.

Great Bay Beach
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Guana Bay Beach

Enjoy this peaceful paradise without the crowds and surf or swim in the warm Caribbean ocean.

Guana Bay Beach
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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.

Philipsburg Boardwalk
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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.

Philipsburg Courthouse
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Museum of Sint Maarten

Shipwreck stories, native culture and colonial history can be discovered at this wonderful Philipsburg museum.

Museum of Sint Maarten
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Fort Amsterdam

See panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea and the town of Philipsburg from the ruins of a Dutch military fort.

Fort Amsterdam

Activities

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Sunset Champagne Cruise in St. Maarten

NZ$82
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sunset Champagne Cruise in St. Maarten
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Tropical Catamaran Snorkeling, Sailing - Cruise ship Friendly

NZ$198
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tropical Catamaran Snorkeling, Sailing - Cruise ship Friendly
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Sky Explorer & 360 Views

NZ$96
Per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Sky Explorer & 360 Views
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Our pick of the best Hope Estate Hotel Deals

Hilton Vacation Club Flamingo Beach St. Maarten
Hilton Vacation Club Flamingo Beach St. Maarten
3.5 out of 5
Pelican Key, Simpson Bay, 6 Billy Folly, Simpson Bay
The price is NZ$192 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
NZ$192
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Simpson Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,031 reviews)
"Easy walk to beach and parking. Tennis court."

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2024

Hilton Vacation Club Flamingo Beach St. Maarten
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 NZ$440 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
NZ$440
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Lowlands. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,691 reviews)
"Our trip was fun. We were at the Sonesta for 11 days. We always felt safe, there’s plenty of great food and shopping options within walking distance. In my opinion, the food at the hotel was not good so we ate out almost every meal. The rooms are fine, served their purpose of sleeping. The beds were ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2024

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 NZ$535 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
NZ$535
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Simpson Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,245 reviews)
"The property is absolutely beautiful. Quiet and very safe. The staff is helpful and super nice. Loved every moment here and would do it again"

Reviewed on 1 Jun. 2024

The Morgan Resort Spa Village
Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa
Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa
4 out of 5
Billy Folly Road 37, Simpson Bay
The price is NZ$207 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
NZ$207
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Simpson Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 6 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"I will go there again"

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa
The Villas at Simpson Bay Resort
The Villas at Simpson Bay Resort
4 out of 5
Billy Folly Road No. 37A, Simpson Bay
The price is NZ$318 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
NZ$318
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Simpson Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 6 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,014 reviews)
"We loved our stay here! Very comfortable and clean!!"

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2024

The Villas at Simpson Bay Resort
JW Marriott St. Maarten Beach Resort & Spa
JW Marriott St. Maarten Beach Resort & Spa
5 out of 5
144 Oyster Pond Resort, Building A, Oyster Pond, Sint Maarten
The price is NZ$463 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
NZ$463
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Oyster Pond. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Orient Bay Beach and Grand Case Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (35 reviews)
"The pool area is fantastic! Beautiful layout and pool. The door staff were extremely friendly and the rooms were kept tidy. The smoke alarm going off twice in the night I could definitely do without. Not sure it's worthy of the JW rating, it doesn't have the flare of a JW, maybe more of a regular ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jun. 2024

JW Marriott St. Maarten Beach Resort & Spa
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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.

Other neighbourhoods around Hope Estate

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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 Philipsburg Courthouse and Sint Maarten Park.

Vineyard
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Sucker Garden

When in Sucker Garden, you can plan a visit to Guana Bay Beach and Sint Maarten Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Sucker Garden
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Point Blanche

When in Point Blanche, you can plan a visit to Philipsburg Courthouse and Sint Maarten Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Point Blanche
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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 Sint Maarten Park and Great Bay Beach.

Madame's Estate
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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.

Fort William
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Belair

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

Belair

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