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L'Esperance Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel near Great Bay Beach in Philipsburg

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A swimming pool with a red roof, surrounded by potted plants and a white fence.
A stone-paved courtyard with potted plants and a building with a red roof.
Flat-screen TV
Lobby sitting area
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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4 Tiger Road, Cay Hill, Philipsburg
  • Place, Rainforest Adventures St. Maarten
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Indigo Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Little Bay Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Philipsburg (SXM-Princess Juliana Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Philipsburg

Close to the beach.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Philipsburg hotel, you'll find Rainforest Adventures St. Maarten and Little Bay Beach. Front Street District and Indigo Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Rainforest Adventures St. Maarten - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Indigo Beach - 2 min drive - 0.8 miles
  • Little Bay Beach - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Kim Sha Beach - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Simpson Bay Beach - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Princess Juliana Intl. Airport (SXM) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kfc - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Freedom Fighter's Ital Shack - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Emelio’s - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Indigo Beach Bar And Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Water's edge - ‬3 min drive

About this property

L'Esperance Hotel

Hotel near Great Bay Beach in Philipsburg
As a guest of L'Esperance Hotel, you'll find an outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace. Public spaces have free WiFi. L'Esperance Hotel also features barbecue grills, a garden, and a front-desk safe. Free self parking is available.

This Philipsburg hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
L'Esperance Hotel offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers.

This Philipsburg hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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

Hotel L'Esperance
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L'Esperance Hotel Philipsburg
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L'Esperance Hotel St Maarten-St Martin/Philipsburg
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Frequently asked questions

How close is L'Esperance Hotel to the airport?

L'Esperance Hotel is 4.7 mi (22-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 L'Esperance Hotel?

As of Jul 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at L'Esperance Hotel on Aug 30, 2026 start from $140, 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 L'Esperance Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at L'Esperance Hotel.

How close is L'Esperance Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 4.8 mi (19-min drive) from Maho Beach and 5.2 mi (9-min drive) from Mullet Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does L'Esperance Hotel offer free breakfast?

L'Esperance Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at L'Esperance Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Paradise Plaza (3-min drive) and Hollywood Casino (5-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at L'Esperance Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at L'Esperance Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does L'Esperance Hotel have a pool?

L'Esperance Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does L'Esperance Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is L'Esperance Hotel to downtown Philipsburg?

L'Esperance Hotel is 0.3 mi away from Little Bay.

L'Esperance Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 151 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 151 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 151 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 151 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 151 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was perfect, friendly staff, room was spotless, great location, highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
nice facility and amenities, friendly staff crowded location and parking was limited
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful. It’s in a residential but quiet neighborhood. A great local vibe! Very clean and has the essentials you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although a smaller hotel, the team who works there look after the clientele extremely well. There is adequate parking available. The rooms are cleaned daily and any special requests are responded to immediately and with kindness
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Isaiah Elijah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing staff who are incredibly courteous and willing to help with anything you might need to help with travel logistics. Especially loved the private balcony and amazing decorations for my birthday to welcome me. Simply amazing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very roomy and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless, the staff was so very very helpful. Fully stocked kitchen amenities, beautiful atmosphere. The staff went above and beyond to help me
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Roberto

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The premises are clean. The Rooms are a bit outdated. Hotel is in the middle of nowhere. But overall a good hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are excellent. Everything was to my satisfaction.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Cleanliness and staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute little unit, exceptionally clean with nice mini kitchen
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Meticulously clean and well run hotel with extremely friendly and accommodating staff in a local's neighborhood, outside of tourist area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for the one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ingra

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean property convenient for the purpose of my stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very clean and the staff were super nice/ friendly..
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and charming with a pretty patio and pool.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Worked well for our one day scheduled lodging.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Osbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lounge area outside excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shaniqua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The staff were very sweet and helpful. The hotel is located in more of residential area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Always a pleasure

Always nice to stay here, Have been staying here for conference weekends for the past 10 years. Staff always gets us what we need and rooms are well equipped for cooking and hanging out after a long day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Osbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First stay was excellent helpful courteous desk agent spacious and clean room, very comfortable and welcome home feeling. Second stay upon check I was pleasantly surprised with a room upgrade second floor over looking the pool and garden area the expirence was marvelous. Thank you L esperance.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Very nice stay

We really enjoyed our stay for a night before a cruise. Service was excellent and the staff even picked us up at the airport. So very nice - bed extremely comfortable, a nice kitchenette. A lovely pool! We will definitely return the next time we are in St. Maarten.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Manon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The price\quality is good. Centrally located and friendly staff. The interior is somewhat outdated. I would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it !!!! Place was perfect close to all the things u will need.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

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