Hope Estate
Philipsburg
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Popular places to visit
Great Bay Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Great Bay Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Philipsburg. Check out 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.
Front Street District
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Front Street District during your trip to Philipsburg.
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.
Things to do
Topper's Rhum Distillery Tour in St Maarten
Lambada Sail to Prickly Pear Cays with Lunch
Anguilla - Discovery Speed Boat tour
Tango Sunset Cruise with Caribbean Dinner & Open Bar
Sky Explorer and Flying Dutchman
Top hotels in Hope Estate
The Morgan Resort Spa Village
Highly recommend staying at The Morgan. The staff are always happy to help, the views will exceed your expectations. Would absolutely come back.
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Sonesta Maho Beach All Inclusive Resort Casino & Spa
Descent resort, staff were very friendly, but food varieties wasn't so good. I just wish it was more options.
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa
Everyone on the resort was so welcoming and helpful. Would highly recommend
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Oyster Bay Beach Resort
This was an amazing place to stay at
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Sonesta Ocean Point All Inclusive, Adults Only Resort
The room was clean and well maintained. Some staff was friendly others no so much. So didn’t speak unless spoken to and even then barely spoke. The view was amazing.
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Divi Little Bay Beach Resort
Location! Little Bay is great/beautiful beach. Good pools, restaurants and over all feel. Good for families. Room was fine (nothing special) but you’re paying for the view/location. Biggest complaint was that it ’s notably understaffed, creating long wait times (pizza stand and bar in particular) ...
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hope Estate
Vineyard
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Vineyard and surrounding area, you can visit Port of St. Maarten and Museum of Sint Maarten.
Sucker Garden
Sucker Garden might not have many top sights, but Guana Bay and Dawn Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Philipsburg
While visiting Downtown Philipsburg, you might make a stop by sights like Great Bay Beach and Front Street District.
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
Though Madame's Estate might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Great Bay Beach and Little Bay Beach.
Fort William
While Fort William might 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.
