Little Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Fort Amsterdam showing château or palace and heritage architecture
Fort Amsterdam featuring general coastal views and mountains
Fort Amsterdam featuring views, general coastal views and a coastal town
Fort Amsterdam which includes general coastal views, heritage elements and military items
Fort Amsterdam featuring rugged coastline, tropical scenes and general coastal views

Where to stay in Little Bay

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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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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
Divi Little Bay Beach Resort

Divi Little Bay Beach Resort

4 out of 5
Little Bay Road, Philipsburg
The price is AU$363 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$363
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Philipsburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Amazing beach - beautiful unit. All of the amenities are first class! Best place to stay on St. Maarten!! Will definitely be back."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

Divi Little Bay Beach Resort
Oceans at Divi Little Bay

Oceans at Divi Little Bay

4 out of 5
Little Bay Road, Philipsburg, St. Maarten
The price is AU$369 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
AU$369
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Philipsburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (261 reviews)
"It was nice"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Oceans at Divi Little Bay
L'Esperance Hotel

L'Esperance Hotel

2.5 out of 5
4 Tiger Road, Cay Hill, Philipsburg
Stay at this hotel in Philipsburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Orient Bay Beach and Maho Beach are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (127 reviews)
"Lounge area outside excellent."

Reviewed on 9 June 2025

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Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten

Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten

4 out of 5
115 Welfare Road, Simpson Bay
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Simpson Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,118 reviews)
"Clean area, usually book here"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten
Fourteen at Mullet Bay

Fourteen at Mullet Bay

3.5 out of 5
2 University Drive, Cupecoy, Lowlands
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Lowlands. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (353 reviews)
"Clean room nice view"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Fourteen at Mullet Bay
The Hills Residence

The Hills Residence

3 out of 5
69 Welfare Rd, Simpson Bay, Sint Maarten
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Simpson Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Orient Bay Beach and Maho Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (45 reviews)
"Love the view first of all. Property was in a great location."

Reviewed on 21 July 2025

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Popular places to visit

Great Bay Beach

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
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
Fort Amsterdam showing military items, building ruins and heritage elements

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

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
Museum of Sint Maarten showing interior views and art

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 beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this romantic area.

Philipsburg Courthouse

Activities

Sky Explorer and Flying Dutchman

Sky Explorer and Flying Dutchman

AU$165
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Sky Explorer and Flying Dutchman
Sand Dollar Snorkeling Adventure

Half Day Snorkeling Adventure

AU$98
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half Day Snorkeling Adventure
Panoramic view of vibrant St. Martin

Edge Ferry Tickets to St. Barts

AU$153
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Edge Ferry Tickets to St. Barts
Mambo Catamaran Cruise to Rendezvous Bay Anguilla with Lunch

Mambo Catamaran Cruise to Rendezvous Bay Anguilla with Lunch

AU$204
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Mambo Catamaran Cruise to Rendezvous Bay Anguilla with Lunch
High-Speed Ferry to St. Barths

High-Speed Ferry to St. Barths

AU$113
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
High-Speed Ferry to St. Barths
Captain Alan's Three Island Snorkelling & Beach Adventure

CAPTAIN ALAN'S 4hr -3 Islands-snorkeling-turtles-beach ADVENTURE

AU$135
per adult
CAPTAIN ALAN'S 4hr -3 Islands-snorkeling-turtles-beach ADVENTURE
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