Hope Estate Travel Guide
Philipsburg
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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
The remains of the first Dutch military base in the Caribbean offer stunning views across the ocean and over the town of Philipsburg behind it.
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.
Museum of Sint Maarten
Discover where the native population originally came from and learn about major events in the island’s colonial, social and natural past.
Guana Bay Beach
The picturesque shores of this tranquil bay provide a great opportunity to escape the crowds and jump in the crystal clear water for surfing or swimming.
Things to do
Sky Explorer + Flying Dutchman + Schooner + Sentry Hill Line
Edge Ferry Tickets to St. Barts
St-Martin and St Maarten: Sightseeing Tour of the French and Dutch Sides of the Island
Half Day Snorkeling Adventure
Tango Sunset Cruise with Caribbean Dinner & Open Bar
Billy Bones St. Maarten Getaway , Snorkeling with Turtles
Top hotels in Hope Estate
Sonesta Maho Beach All Inclusive Resort Casino & Spa
Excellent location, friendly staff, wonderful food, very clean.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
The Morgan Resort Spa Village
The bathroom and shower was covered with mold.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa
Very courteous
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Hilton Vacation Club Flamingo Beach St. Maarten
Excellent stay, this beach front place is amazing!!!
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Fourteen at Mullet Bay
This place is really fantastic. The views are unbeatable. It was very clean and modern. Some oddities: No clocks, no Kleenex, a flat sheet was used instead of a fitted sheet, and then no top sheet. It is quite near Mullet Beach, which is beautiful, however, it is very very rough. I found the current ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Hommage Hotel & Residences
I was a little surprised by the hotel not having washcloths, I typically bring my own and was told by the young lady at the front desk , she uses her hands to wash her body . Gross. The floors in our shower were always soaked with water everywhere because there was no curtain or door and we slipped ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 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 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.
Downtown Philipsburg
If you're spending some time in Downtown Philipsburg, Great Bay Beach and Museum of Sint Maarten are top sights worth seeing.
Point Blanche
While visiting Point Blanche, you might make a stop by sights like Harbour Point Village and Port of St. Maarten.
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.