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La Playa Orient Bay

4.0 star property
Family-friendly fun on the beach, with outdoor pool

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On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View
Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View
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La Playa Orient Bay offers a perfect seaside escape for relaxation. Start with a satisfying English breakfast, then head to the pristine white sand beach. The on-site Turkish bath/hammam provides rejuvenating treatments to complete the experience.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
The current price is NZ$683
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas

On the beach

This hotel is located on the waterfront and on the beach. Take advantage of the beach loungers, beach umbrellas, and beach towels at the white sand beach. Unwind and sip on a chilled cocktail at the beach bar. Popular nearby activities worth checking out include snorkelling and surf lessons.

On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
What guests liked about the beach

The beach area was clean, well-kept, and offered a lovely spot for relaxation with warm turquoise waters.

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Classic Suite

Classic Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Junior Suite kitchen Premium Ocean

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 48 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite kitchen Premium Garden

Junior Suite kitchen Premium Garden

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Located in Orient Bay, La Playa Orient Bay is near the airport and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Orient Bay Beach and Grand Case Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkelling and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
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Map
116 Parc de la Baie Orientale, Orient Bay, 97150

What's nearby

  • Orient Bay Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Orient Bay - 1 min drive - 0.3 km
  • Grand Case Beach - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Anse Marcel Beach - 9 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Dawn Beach - 12 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Philipsburg (SXM-Princess Juliana Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bikini Beach - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kko Beach Bar & Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pirate Hideout Beach Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sao - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kontiki - ‬6 min walk

About this property

La Playa Orient Bay

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Orient Bay Beach
You can look forward to free English breakfast, a beach bar and a corner/local shop at La Playa Orient Bay. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach and sunloungers. For some rest and relaxation, visit the Turkish bath/hammam, and indulge in reflexology, a facial or a sports massage. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Babysitting (surcharge), beach umbrellas and a front desk safe
  • Beach towels, a 24-hour front desk and concierge services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 56 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Select Comfort beds and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, separate sitting areas and LED light bulbs

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (79 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 3 floors
  • 8 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1991
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 250

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 28 August and 3 October.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 10 per person, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • In-room bottled water
  • Pool access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 250 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property collects a per-night resort fee at check-in for all stays.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Property is also known as

Hotel L'Hoste
L'Hoste
L'Hoste Hotel
L'Hoste Hotel Orient Bay
L'Hoste Orient Bay
l Hoste Hotel Orient Bay
Playa Orient Bay Hotel
Playa Orient Bay
La Playa Orient Bay Hotel
La Playa Orient Bay Orient Bay
La Playa Orient Bay Hotel Orient Bay

Frequently asked questions

Does La Playa Orient Bay have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at La Playa Orient Bay?

As of 19 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Playa Orient Bay on 16 Oct 2025 start from NZ$649.06, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is La Playa Orient Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at La Playa Orient Bay?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at La Playa Orient Bay?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at La Playa Orient Bay?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 250 (subject to availability).

Where is La Playa Orient Bay located?

Nestled on the beach, this Orient Bay hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Orient Bay and Orient Bay Beach. Coconut Grove Beach and Mont Vernon are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

La Playa Orient Bay Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 464 out of 593 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 593 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 593 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 593 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 593 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zinoviy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean property
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bension

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service.. very hospitable.. great location for restaurants
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast buffet was great, fresh pastries, fruit, and great coffee options. The staff was terrific! We’d stay there again anytime!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing stay, room was cleaned every day, and the property was beautiful and safe
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the area, grounds, beach and room. Food is amazing and the bartenders and waitstaff were always attentive to us and they remembered us from our last stay 2 years ago!! La Playa made our 7th wedding anniversary truly special. This is one of the best places to stay in St Martin. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Witly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was okay, could be better
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about the property. 10 out of 10 The staff was amazing from front desk to house keeping and dining! Would definitely go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always amazing will be back every year we love it here
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nirala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful, very accommodating and helpful. Property was lovely, conveniently located. Lots of good food options. Room was spacious and very comfortable. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabi Tramontina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is perfect! From breakfast to rooms to the amazing hotel staff! Benedicte goes above and beyond to help guests with anything we need! Love this place! Second time we stayed in this place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nafsica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything! Our second trip and it was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aleksey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the third time we staying at the property. It’s very cozy and family oriented boutique hotel.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kineta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet and quaint hotel with convenience stores, bars and restaurants literally a hop, skip and jump away! Staff were all pleasant and kind. The rooms, facilities and property are well maintained. If I return to SXM I'd stay here again or recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel , restaurant and bar were beautiful. The entire staff were warm and friendly. The room was clean and comfortable. It is within walking distance of stores and restaurants. The beach was fantastic. The best vacation ever.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk was so accommodating and very friendly. The room was spacious and clean. The hotel is really close to the beach, which was nice
View from La Playas beach
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and very close to the beach and the village of Orient Bay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast on the beach every morning!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena

My favorite hotel that I return to every year.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Own beach area with everything a few minutes walk from hotel room, including many restaurants with great food, reasonable prices.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our favorite resort hotel on St. Martin Island.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay at La Playa Orient Bay. Staff were super friendly, helpful and kind. Even though the beach was fu
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Andri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great, but there were seaweeds on the beach an and we used the beach only one day. We wish we new about the seaweed problem
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to unplug and recharge for a couple of days
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

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