Hotels near Friars' Bay Beach

"There was no door to the washroom and the toilet didnt flush properly. Also, the washroom isnt a seperate room. It opened out to the rest of the room so be sure to bring air freshener."

"Pretty hotel, lovely grounds, tasty food. Rooms tidy, attractive, comfortable. Splurge on a room with view of the grounds and lagoon, upper floors, with balcony. Housekeeping staff so friendly. Front desk staff, males were efficient, polite and smiled. Females were efficient, curt, sullen, never smiled. But I am told they are this way because they are French women. It’s like a disability, so we must forgive them."

"Our stay was amazing! The staff was so friendly and accommodating. The beach was beautiful and the water so blue. We had such a relaxing week. The room was always kept clean. We had a wonderful view of the ocean and a great patio to sit on. The restaurant was incredible! The food was so fresh and so good. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner were all fantastic. We can't wait to go back again. "

"One night stay. I wish we had more time. Hotel property was amazing…. Charming and right on the beach. Fabulous views. Safe walkable area. Staff and service were superb. Really enjoyed using the beach chairs/umbrella for a fabulous day at the beach. Would love to come back."

"Amazing stay"

"friendly staff , more like a family"

"Spotless, has all the necessary amenities. The beach was perfect. Will definitely return."

"The breakfast was the same each day. Scrambled eggs and bacon with some fresh fruit"

"We had such a wonderful stay at The Forest with our baby Soleil on her very first trip to St. Maarten 🌿✨ The Forest is a beautiful boutique hotel, tucked away in the mountains on the quieter side of the island—perfect if you’re looking for peace and relaxation. Our room was comfortable and very spacious (honestly, more space than we needed since we love being out and exploring!), but it made our stay feel extra luxurious. One of our favourite parts was the private outdoor area. We spent time just sitting outside, enjoying the cool tradewinds and soaking in the hot tub—such a peaceful vibe. The food was also a highlight. Breakfast was always filling and delicious, and everything we had was well prepared and satisfying. Our host was incredibly pleasant and accommodating, and the staff were all so warm and friendly, which made the experience even better. We rented a vehicle, so getting around the island was easy despite being nestled in the hills. Overall, we had a fantastic stay and made such special memories for Soleil’s first trip. We would definitely return and highly recommend The Forest to anyone visiting St. Maarten 💚"