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Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront aparthotel near Maho Beach

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A resort with a view of sailboats on the water, a beach with palm trees, and a modern building with balconies.
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A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a ceiling fan, and a large window offering a view of the sea.
A hotel pool area with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a sign for 'Calama'.
A modern outdoor bar area with a pool, bar stools, and a view of the pool.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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115 Welfare Road, Simpson Bay, 32835
  • Place, Simpson Bay Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Hollywood Casino
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Flamingo Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Philipsburg (SXM-Princess Juliana Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Studio King

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a door with a railing.

Studio King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 800 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

1 Bedroom Ocean View King Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 887 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

2 Bedroom Ocean View 2 Kings Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

3 Bedroom Ocean View 3 Kings Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1379 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Simpson Bay

Beachfront retreat .At this aparthotel, you'll be steps from Kim Sha Beach and within a 10-minute walk of Market Garden Supermarket. Also, Simpson Bay Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Paradise Plaza is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Simpson Bay Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Market Garden Supermarket - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Hollywood Casino - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Flamingo Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Lay Bay Beach - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Princess Juliana Intl. Airport (SXM) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cabana Bar And Grill @ Royal Palm Beach Resort - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nowhere Special - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nowhere Special - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Roxxy Beach Bar & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Astra - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten

4-star beachfront aparthotel near Maho Beach
Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten like an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Simpson Bay aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 118 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
  • Swim-up bar
Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten offers 118 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Accommodations at this 4-star aparthotel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Premium cable television is provided. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the aparthotel's full-service spa. Services include massages and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open daily.

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  • Free WiFi
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4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 1,702 reviews
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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Pool/Spa

  • Full-service spa
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Weekend cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to noon for a fee: USD 12 to 16 for adults and USD 12 to 16 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Business center

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Concierge services
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Phone
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Safe
  • Wedding services

Location highlights

  • Near the airport
  • Near the ocean
  • On the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Foosball table
  • Gym
  • Shopping
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 building
  • 118 units
  • 6 floors
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.
Guests travelling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 26.25 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach loungers
  • Business center/computer access
  • Fitness center access
  • Pool access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 16 for adults, and USD 12 to 16 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

Housekeeping service is offered every 4th day. Additional housekeeping is available for a surcharge.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

This property does not have a Sint Maarten Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Royal Palm Beach Resort
Royal Palm Beach Resort Simpson Bay
Royal Palm Beach Simpson Bay
Royal Palm Resort
Royal Palm Beach Resort Diamond Resorts Simpson Bay
Royal Palm Beach Resort Diamond Resorts
Royal Palm Beach Diamond Resorts Simpson Bay
Royal Palm Beach Diamond Resorts
Royal Palm Diamond Resorts
Royal Palm Beach Resort by Diamond Resorts
Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten Resort
Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten Simpson Bay
Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten Resort Simpson Bay

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten to the airport?

Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten is 2.8 mi (15-min drive) away from the Princess Juliana Intl. Airport (SXM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten?

As of Aug 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten on Aug 25, 2026 start from $185, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten.

How close is Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten to the beach?

This aparthotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 12 and 16 for adults, USD 12 and 16 for children.

Is there a casino at Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten?

No, there is no casino at this aparthotel, but Paradise Plaza (13-min walk) and Hollywood Casino (14-min walk) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten?

This aparthotel offers free self parking.

Does Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten have a pool?

Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten features an outdoor pool.

Does Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten have a spa?

This aparthotel has a spa, which features massages and mani/pedis.

How close is Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten to downtown Simpson Bay?

Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten is 0.2 mi away from Simpson Bay.

Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 804 out of 1264 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 335 out of 1264 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1264 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1264 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1264 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great hotel and family friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This resort is absolutely amazing, our family enjoyed every minute. The pool and swim up bar are great and the private beach was fantastic. Its very centrally located close to airport and bars/restaurants,
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Antuane

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The breakfast was good
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Staff is wonderful. Rooms are very spacious with gorgeous views. Plenty of places to walk around nearby. 10/10 recommended stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
rooms were spacious and very nice staff
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful room with a deck overlooking the beach. We loved everything about our stay. Great happy hour every day at the poolside bar, and many places within walking distance to eat. We loved our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This is my second time here at this resort and I absolutely love it!! There is so much to do and the property is immaculate. I will be returning back next year for carnival again. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Went for a family vacation, everything was so convenient pool beach, shopping restaurants cabs easy to get to visit anywhere to visit we loved it .
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The Royal Palm is a beautiful resort and we’ve always enjoyed staying there for many years. However, it has shifted to more family friendly resort with lots of children. If your a family looking for a nice resort I highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deon Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great staff, location and amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
I don’t know why anyone would ever want to stay anywhere else! This place is the absolute best, nice beach, amazing staff, best location!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Billie

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The rooms are big and spacious with plenty of room for families.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bethanie Sta Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Clean room. Beach front property that has free laundry.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Spotless room and comfortable beds. Wonderful place!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We have stayed at the Royal Palm several times with zero complaints, or issues. Beautiful spot on a beautiful island. Easy access to everything, and the staff are very friendly and attentive to your needs!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

IRINA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The property is well kept, great location and excellent beach access. Can’t review the food because we didn’t have any lunch or dinner at the resort. The distance from everything was great and the restaurants and markets surrounding the resort was great. Highly recommend for families traveling with kids.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
A clean as advertised hotel and a positive experience overall. Only complainant is that the nightclub across the street was very very loud until 0230 or later.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was awesome and staff were very friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The property was clean, staff are friendly and our room had a beautiful ocean view. The only negative feedback is that the bed was hard and uncomfortable. I would love to go back if that is updated.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
What an excellent staff! We were rest with you attention all the staff members paid to detail
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Logan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Extremely helpful front desk staff—Jessica, Santa and Jamiro to name a few. spacious rooms with balcony and great views. Plenty of beach chairs and umbrellas. Highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gisele

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was great, resort was great, staff was great
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carlos

Liked: Amenities, communication
One of my favorite places to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The hotel was wonderful with a full week of planned activities for all ages. Staff very friendly. My only issue was the cleaning staff only came once during our stay and garbage wasn’t picked up. Was supposed to be every 3 days.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pavlin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was great
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

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