Downtown Philipsburg Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Downtown Philipsburg
Stay near popular Downtown Philipsburg attractions
Activities

High-Speed Ferry to St. Barths

Tango Sunset Cruise with Caribbean Dinner & Open Bar

For hotel guests: Guided ATV Tour Dutch/French St. Maarten - Highlights & Beach

For cruise passengers: Guided ATV Tour Dutch/French St. Maarten
Our pick of the best Downtown Philipsburg Hotel Deals

Holland House Beach Hotel
"Everyone was friendly and happy to help, making sure we have everything we need, even on the beach. The included breakfast was amazing with a beautiful view of course. One thing to note was that most shops on the boardwalk close down around 5, so if you’re not eating dinner at the on site restaurant ..."
Reviewed on 25 June 2026

Seaview Beach Hotel
"All good very conveniently located and friend staff !"
Reviewed on 25 June 2026

MIDTOWN MOTEL SXM
"love it"
Reviewed on 5 June 2026

Horizon View Beach Hotel
"Centrally located to everything worth doing in Phillipsburg, St Maarten. Highly recommend."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026

Sea Palace
"I had a great stay. The reception staff were very responsive and helpful."
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Alicia's Inn
"For a project in town I was looking for an accommodation in the town and at walking distance from my project and the ferry (I live on 1 of the neighbouring islands). Alicia's Inn is perfectly located, not only for those who want to be in town but conveniently (very) close to the "dollar busses" which ..."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Philipsburg

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

Point Blanche
While visiting Point Blanche, you might make a stop by sights like Port of St. Maarten and Harbour Point Village.

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.

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.
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 Port of St. Maarten and Front Street District.









