2026 Simpson Bay Travel Guide: must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transport & travel experiences (updated in August)

#resortstyle Simpson Bay Resort and Marina is located at St Maaten. This resort is like more like villa feel instead not the luxury type. The room itself look outdated but it comfortable for a good vacation with kitchen appliances include one can buy food and self cook. What impress me is the outdoor jacuzzi tub at the balcony which is a great way to relax with the sunset view .

📍 Itinerary Overview 🚩 Sightseeing Route 🏖️ Must-Visit Attractions 🚇 Transportation 📷 Photo Spots 🍜 Local Cuisine 🏠 Accommodation 1.The Morgan Resort Spa & Village 💡 Tips

Ready for sun-soaked days and turquoise waves? Simpson Bay promises the perfect blend of Caribbean beach life and lively local flavor. Maho Beach Bright Studio, Ocean View is exactly where you want to be—right on the iconic stretch of sand, with unbeatable views and a stylish, modern vibe. ☀️🌊 This studio is perched on 2 Beacon Hill Road, just steps from the famous Maho Beach. Getting here is a breeze—5 minutes by car from Princess Juliana International Airport means you’ll be beachside in no time. The biggest draw? Waking up to panoramic ocean views and feeling the sea breeze every morning. The studio’s chic, sun-lit interiors are Insta-ready, and its balcony offers a front-row seat for the thrilling sight of planes landing right overhead. For swimmers, Mayo Beach is an easy walk away, offering calm waters and fewer crowds if you crave a quieter day. Step outside for local eats—Simpson Bay is known for its fresh seafood and buzzing waterfront bars. For a dose of culture, take a stroll through nearby Philipsburg, known for its colorful buildings and laid-back Caribbean shopping. Bring your camera: the area’s mix of white-sand beach, blue water, and sleek architecture delivers dreamy photo ops at every angle. Plan ahead for the best rates by booking with trip.com—especially during peak season. If you have time, split your days between Maho Beach’s energy and the tranquil beauty of Mayo Beach for the full Simpson Bay vibe. Pack light, load up on sunscreen, and get ready to soak up endless sunshine. #SimpsonBay #BeachHotel #OceanView #CaribbeanTravel #MahoBeach

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· Hotel is massive, and has everything, I didn't even need to leave. · Hotel has free shuttle service that takes you anywhere within the hotel, from room to restaurant, restaurant to gym, room to lobby and vice versa once you call. · Hotel has 7 pools with swim up bars, 1 in each section of apartments · Each pool has an activity director who goes games and exercise class for all ages, once you join you can also win free drinks or meals. · Hotel food was fantastic, along with its plating. · Fantastic ocean view · 4 Hotel Restaurants within the hotel and service near the hotel with the shuttle can take you to. · Hotel staff was very welcoming, polite and friendly. · Hotel also does a city tour free of charge on Wednesdays where u can win free authentic jewelry pieces(amathis ,diamond, ruby,)

I booked through Trip.com and stayed at Mary's Boon Beach Resort & Spa in St. Maarten! This hotel was affordable and comfortable, and I was very satisfied with my stay. The beautiful Caribbean Sea stretched out in front of the hotel, and spending time on a beach chair with a beer in hand was the most blissful time. The hotel was also well-equipped with a pool, restaurant, kitchenette, and bicycle rentals. The airport is behind the hotel, so you can watch planes take off and land from the hotel rooftop. This is a recommended hotel where you can spend a very fulfilling time!

Getting There - Delta Airlines Attractions - Maho Beach Experience/Friar’s Bay Hotels - The Morgan Food & Restaurants - Driftwood Bar Shopping - Marigot Market

#celebratewithtrip SkipJack’s Seafood Grill, Bar & Fish Market on the lagoon in Simpson Bay offers waterfront views and palate pleasers like Maine and Caribbean lobsters. The seafood is so fresh that the restaurant has its own fish They feature “live” Maine and Caribbean lobsters and are known for their seafood. SkipJack’s also serves great steaks, ribs, chicken, pastas, salads and homemade desserts. I personally have a lobster and it was so huge .The price for the lobster also very reasonable . I had a soup , a beer as well and it cost me around USD 120 totally . I will highly recommend this place for a mean at least Skipjacks is located close to Kim Sha Beach and Simpson Bay Beach, located in the Simpson Bay Area of St Maarten / St Martin.

#celebratewithtrip. Plane Landing (almost) at the Beach: A True St Maarten / St Martin Attraction Maho Beach is one of the most famous beaches in the world, as it finds itself at the end of the runway of Princess Juliana International Airport, Making it a famous spot to watch a plane take off or landing . At the Sunset Beach Bar provides they provide you with a schedule of what airplanes to expect soon to depart. Propeller planes are not to be feared, but when a Boeing is about to depart, keep your belongings together and brace! In the evening, you also can enjoy at the sunset beach bar for a cocktail to see the beautiful sunset #beach

#celebratewithtrip Princess Juliana International Airport is located on the Caribbean Island of Sint Maarten . And I was here to take an unforgettable flight of my life which will be on Winair Airlines which is a airline based in Sint Maarten. The route I will be taking is from Sint Maarten to Sint Eutatius. The plane is a de Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter with a capacity of 17 passengers and 2 crews .I have pre book my seat right behind the cockpit to have a bird eye view of the flight . It did not disappoint me as after take off I can see the whole island of Sint Maarten right below me . Before arriving Sint Eutstius the flight also flew pass Saba island. Upon reaching Sint Eutstius I found myself to arrive at one of the smallest airport I have even been . There is no check in counter or immigration counter it just like a small hut . This is really one of the most unforgettable experience #tripblazers #fallingforfall #flightview #plane #beachlife

Visiting Sint Maarten for the second time, this time with my husband but also as part of a cruise. The island has a Dutch and a French side. When I was here four years ago, my mom and I stayed in the Dutch (most popular) side for the day, but this time since it was Boxing Day in Sint Maarten and the place was a bit sleepy with most restaurants and shops closed, my husband and I rented a Jeep and drove around the whole island and visited the French side too. We fed a bunch of iguanas, saw planes land right above our heads in Maho Beach and swam in the Caribbean Sea at sunset with a glass of punch. #christmasgiveaway