Hope Estate

Philipsburg

Popular places to visit

Great Bay Beach

Great Bay Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Great Bay Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Philipsburg. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

Great Bay Beach
Philipsburg Boardwalk

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
Guana Bay Beach featuring cuddly or friendly animals, a sandy beach and a coastal town

Guana Bay Beach

Come to surf or swim in the waters of this picturesque bay away from the crowds of St. Maarten’s busier beaches.

Guana Bay Beach
Fort Amsterdam showing heritage elements, a ruin and a castle

Fort Amsterdam

This former Dutch military base is known for its colony of pelicans and stunning views across historic Philipsburg and the Caribbean Sea.

Fort Amsterdam
Museum of Sint Maarten which includes art and interior views

Museum of Sint Maarten

Learn about St. Maarten’s past, from its earliest inhabitants to colonisation, and the natural history of the island.

Museum of Sint Maarten
Philipsburg Courthouse

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

Things to do

Lunch at Meads BAy

Ultimate Prickly Pear and Anguilla Experience

P8,371
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ultimate Prickly Pear and Anguilla Experience
High-Speed Ferry to St. Barths

High-Speed Ferry to St. Barths

P4,214
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
High-Speed Ferry to St. Barths
At the border!

4-Hour Guided ATV/QUAD Tour of Sint Maarten/St. Martin

P5,618
per traveler
100% of travellers recommend
4-Hour Guided ATV/QUAD Tour of Sint Maarten/St. Martin
Sightseeing Tour of the French and Dutch Sides of the Island

St-Martin and St Maarten: Sightseeing Tour of the French and Dutch Sides of the Island

P2,472
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
St-Martin and St Maarten: Sightseeing Tour of the French and Dutch Sides of the Island
The All Ages Tarzan Swing

The Best Catamaran Day Sail in St Maarten

P7,809
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
The Best Catamaran Day Sail in St Maarten
UTV/ ATV

UTV / ATV Guided Tour in Philipsburg

P6,742
per traveler
94% of travellers recommend
UTV / ATV Guided Tour in Philipsburg
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Top hotels in Hope Estate

The Morgan Resort Spa Village
The Morgan Resort Spa Village
4 out of 5
2 Beacon Hill Road, Simpson Bay
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Simpson Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,725 reviews)
"My favorite part About the whole trip was Ravi and Carlos !!!! Coolest staff ever. Thanks for everything !!!!"

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

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The Morgan Resort Spa Village
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 P14,666 per night from Jul 15 to Jul 16
P14,666
P17,746 total
Jul 15 - Jul 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Lowlands. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,343 reviews)
"The property was good. The beds are extremely hard the food is ok. The service from everyone was great though. The property is near a few things within walking distance which was great!"

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

Sonesta Maho Beach All Inclusive Resort Casino & Spa
Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa
Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa
4 out of 5
Billy Folly Road 37, Simpson Bay
The price is P5,538 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
P5,538
P6,646 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,184 reviews)
"Nice vacation"

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa
Hilton Vacation Club Flamingo Beach St. Maarten
Hilton Vacation Club Flamingo Beach St. Maarten
4 out of 5
Pelican Key, Simpson Bay, 6 Billy Folly, Simpson Bay
The price is P7,755 per night from Jul 29 to Jul 30
P7,755
P9,622 total
Jul 29 - Jul 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Simpson Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,080 reviews)
"I liked the location, the beach, the room, the view. Everything was great. The only thing I found lacking was the communication in that I didn't realize that declining housekeeping one time meant the room won't be cleaned the rest of our stay, even though it's not even offered before the 4th day. ..."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

Hilton Vacation Club Flamingo Beach St. Maarten
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 P8,743 per night from Jul 29 to Jul 30
P8,743
P10,491 total
Jul 29 - Jul 30
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,183 reviews)
"Very nice resort conveniently located. Beautiful beach and nice pools. Lots within easy walking distance. Clean, comfortable rooms."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

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 P18,887 per night from Jul 4 to Jul 5
P18,887
P24,539 total
Jul 4 - Jul 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Oyster Pond. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (176 reviews)
"Beautiful property with amazing staff."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

JW Marriott St. Maarten Beach Resort & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Hope Estate

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Vineyard

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Vineyard and surrounding area, you can visit Sint Maarten Park and Great Bay Beach.

Vineyard
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Sucker Garden

Sucker Garden might not have many top sights, but Sint Maarten Park and Guana Bay Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Sucker Garden
Philipsburg showing zoo animals and bird life

Downtown Philipsburg

While visiting Downtown Philipsburg, you might make a stop by sights like Sint Maarten Park and Great Bay Beach.

Downtown Philipsburg
#Lunchtime Buddha Beach Bar. Great relaxing lunch spot on the water.

Point Blanche

While Point Blanche isn't home to many top sights, Sint Maarten Park and Great Bay Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Point Blanche
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Madame's Estate

Though Madame's Estate might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sint Maarten Park and Great Bay Beach.

Madame's Estate
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Fort William

While Fort William might 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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