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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$368 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$368
31 Oct - 1 Nov
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! (1,002 reviews)
"The room was clean and spacious. The views were breathtaking and the atmosphere was vibrant. We will be back!"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 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$455 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
AU$455
23 Oct - 24 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! (264 reviews)
"The property was 10/10 the only thing I did not like is that you can’t order food after 11pm and you can’t get food delivered to the property. They also don’t have a snack bar or vending machine, so definitely get all the snacks and food you need for the night."

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

Oceans at Divi Little Bay
Belair Beach Hotel

Belair Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
Little Bay, Philipsburg
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Philipsburg. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (114 reviews)
"The Belair is a quiet hotel with great service and nice Cafe available for dinner. The mini market on site was a huge convenience. You won’t find a nicer beach on the island. Snorkeling off the beach was fun and convenient. Love the Belair Beach Hotel. Don’t change a thing ❤️"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 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! (1,131 reviews)
"Clean rooms"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 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! (361 reviews)
"Our stay at the Fourteen was amazing ... Anja was THE BEST front desk person ever I would literally just come here for her. She's an amazing person, she accommodated us so well. Her hospitality was nothing far from GREAT !!! I would stay here again if she is the front desk person ..... but the room ..."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 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! (46 reviews)
"This apartment was nice, clean, modern, walking distance to restaurants and shops."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 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

Topper's Rhum Distillery Tour in St Maarten

Topper's Rhum Distillery Tour in St Maarten

AU$50
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Topper's Rhum Distillery Tour in St Maarten
Lambada Sunset Sail with Open Bar & Snacks

Lambada Sunset Sail with Open Bar & Snacks

AU$68
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Lambada Sunset Sail with Open Bar & Snacks
St Maarten Shore Excursion: Maho Beach Tour

St Maarten Shore Excursion: Maho Beach Round-Trip Transfer

AU$42
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
St Maarten Shore Excursion: Maho Beach Round-Trip Transfer
5 Hour Luxury Catamaran Day Sail in Sint Maarten on The Phoenix

5 Hour Luxury Catamaran Day Sail in Sint Maarten on The Phoenix

AU$212
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
5 Hour Luxury Catamaran Day Sail in Sint Maarten on The Phoenix
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
Tango Sunset Dinner Cruise

Tango Sunset Cruise with Caribbean Dinner & Open Bar

AU$129
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Tango Sunset Cruise with Caribbean Dinner & Open Bar
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