Hope Estate Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Fort Amsterdam
This former Dutch military base is known for its colony of pelicans and stunning views across historic Philipsburg and the Caribbean Sea.
Museum of Sint Maarten
Learn about St. Maarten’s past, from its earliest inhabitants to colonisation, and the natural history of the island.
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.
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.
Activities
Half Day Snorkeling Adventure
Underwater Sculpture Park Snorkel Adventure
Edge Ferry Tickets to St. Barts
Tango Sunset Cruise with Caribbean Dinner & Open Bar
Sky Explorer and Flying Dutchman
Sky Explorer + Flying Dutchman + Schooner + Sentry Hill Line
Our pick of the best Hope Estate Hotel Deals
The Morgan Resort Spa Village
Room overlooked the beach. The housekeeping was 50/50 didn’t fully clean the rooms as they should. The young lady that help us with the activities in the front was GREAT
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Sonesta Maho Beach All Inclusive Resort Casino & Spa
Stayed with my kids (toddler and school age) they absolutely love it. The slides and kids pool was a hit. I would like to see more investment put into night entertainment it was lacking. Staff was extremely kind. Resort is really clean. It was a trip mainly for the kids and they were ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa
The hotel itself was average and clean, the kids were happy because they mainly wanted to enjoy the pool and the sea — and those needs were met. What really affected our stay, though, was how we were treated by some of the staff. Unfortunately, I’ve experienced this before in parts of the Caribbean, ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hilton Vacation Club Flamingo Beach St. Maarten
Staff was super friendly. Everything was clean
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Oyster Bay Beach Resort
Was a great stay will definitely recommend for a little getaway!!
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Fourteen at Mullet Bay
The property is gated with guard. Check in easy. Room not what I excepted as the pictures show different please make sure to read the description as I thought I was getting something different. Elevator are slow. Pool area is nice. Location is great and close to local restaurants but you will still ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hope Estate
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 Museum of Sint Maarten and Port of St. Maarten.
Sucker Garden
When in Sucker Garden, you can plan a visit to Dawn Beach and Great Bay Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown Philipsburg
If you're spending some time in Downtown Philipsburg, Great Bay Beach and Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit are top sights worth seeing.
Point Blanche
While visiting Point Blanche, you might make a stop by sights like Port of St. Maarten and Harbour Point Village.
Madame's Estate
While Madame's Estate 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
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.
