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The Sonesta Great Bay Beach & Casino – St. Maarten

Five-, Six-, or Seven-Night All-Inclusive Stay for Two in an Ocean-View Room. Combine Multiple Nights.

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The Sonesta Great Bay Beach & Casino

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    St. Maarten

    19 Little Bay Rd.
    Philipsburg, -
    (800) 766-3782
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Reviews

  • Vibrant hues of orange and yellow accent the comfortable, Caribbean-style guest rooms. All have terraces with fine views on the beachfront side.
    Fodor's
  • Friendly management, extensive facilities (including a full-service spa), and an enviable location make this a fine bet for honeymooners and families
    Frommer's

Tropical Beachfront Resort with All-Inclusive Dining and Casino Thrills

In the 17th century, the French, Dutch, and British all vied for control of tiny St. Maarten in hopes of getting their hands on the island's lucrative salt mines. Nowadays, the island's most popular asset is not the Great Salt Pond, but the ocean shore across from it. Between the two bodies of water, The Sonesta Great Bay Beach & Casino straddles a land bridge, which links the resort to both St. Maarten's storied past and the beachfront pleasures that characterize the island today.

Overlooking the sugar-sand shoreline, the resort's main pool area features a deck dotted with ultramarine lounge chairs. An infinity pool seems to meld with the Caribbean ocean stretching to the horizon, and a swim-up bar allows you to sip chilled cocktails without ever getting out of the water. Dining options range from the casual, open-air Bay View Restaurant to the formal, ocean-view Molasses Restaurant, where chefs craft authentic Caribbean fare. At the onsite Golden Casino, 84 slot machines jingle amid blackjack, roulette, and poker tables.

When the evening winds down, retreat to ocean-view guest rooms whose modern teak furnishings and bright, turquoise accents create a cheerful, tropical ambiance. Drawing back a pair of coral-hued curtains reveals a private, glass-walled balcony overlooking the pools and seashore below.

Philipsburg, St. Maarten: Duty-Free Shopping and Relaxed Island Living

Although St. Maarten is divided between Dutch and French halves, relations between the two sides relaxed long ago, meaning you can wander across the small island without hindrance. The climate is pleasant and warm, with year-round temperatures in the 70s and 80s.

A short distance from the resort lies Front Street, Philipsburg's main thoroughfare, where shops housed in West Indian and colonial structures sell duty-free wine and fine jewelry. Here you’ll also find the St. Maarten Museum, which chronicles the island's colonial past, including the harsh legacy of the slave trade.

Simpson Bay, situated a 10-minute drive west, serves as a launch pad for sailing, fishing, and kraken-hunting tours. Close by in the Maho Beach area, nightclubs host steel-drum bands and oceanfront bonfire parties late into the night.

Read the Fine Print for important info on travel dates and other restrictions.

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What You Get

All-inclusive stay for two in an ocean-view room

  • $1,016 USD for five nights
  • $1,219 USD for six nights
  • $1,423 USD for seven nights

    All-inclusive package:
  • Daily breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks
  • Unlimited alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages
  • All hotel taxes and gratuities
  • $10 USD daily match bet casino voucher
  • Guest pass to Sonesta Maho Beach Resort

Book by: 7/20/12
Travel by: 12/21/12

Read the Fine Print for important info on travel dates and other restrictions.

Amenities

  • Two swimming pools and two whirlpools
  • Four restaurants and four bars
  • Casino
  • Onsite scuba-diving school
  • Fitness center and tennis court
  • Nightly entertainment
  • Free parking

Our Recommendations for Your Getaway

  • Maho Beach

    Although it features pearly sands, turquoise waters, and lively bars, this beach is most famous for its proximity to the airport; jets pass mere feet above the heads of sunbathers.

  • Random Wind

    Departing from nearby Simpson Bay, a 54-foot sailboat navigates snorkeling hot spots. Trips include lunch, an open bar of sodas and cocktails, and a trapeze-style swing, which launches passengers overboard.

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The Fine Print

  • Must book by 7/20/12 or promotional value expires
  • Must complete travel by 12/21/12
  • Limit 5 per person, may buy 5 additional as gifts
  • Limit 5 per visit
  • Valid only for option purchased
  • Subject to availability
  • 72-hour cancellation notice required or fee of applicable one-night's stay up to the amount paid for Groupon applies
  • Must be 18 or older to check in
  • Credit card required at booking and check-in
  • Must provide first and last name at checkout, which will be provided to The Sonesta Great Bay Beach & Casino
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Other Details

Room Details

  • One king bed or two double beds
  • Standard occupancy: 2
  • Maximum occupancy: 4
  • Adding occupants above standard: $110 USD per night for each guest 12 or older; $35 USD per night for each guest aged 5–11; guests 4 or younger stay free. These rates include the all-inclusive package.
  • Views of ocean and Great Bay Harbor
  • Teak furnishings
  • Private balcony or terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • 32-inch TV

Hotel Policies

  • Check in: 3 p.m.
  • Check out: 11 a.m.
  • Parking: free
  • Rollaways: available for an additional $10 USD per night
  • Smoking policy: smoking rooms are available upon request during booking.
  • Pet policy: pets are not allowed inside the property.
  • Accessibility: handicap-accessible rooms are available upon request during booking.
  • Room upgrades: upgrade to a deluxe ocean view for an additional $25 USD per night.

What It's Worth

All-inclusive stay for two in an ocean-view room

  • $1,016 USD for five nights (up to a $2,900 USD value)
  • $1,219 USD for six nights (up to a $3,480 USD value)
  • $1,423 USD for seven nights (up to a $4,060 USD value)

    All-inclusive package:
  • Daily breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks
  • Unlimited alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages
  • All hotel taxes and gratuities
  • $10 USD daily match bet casino voucher
  • Guest pass to Sonesta Maho Beach Resort

Getting There

  • By plane: 5 miles (8 km) from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
  • By cab: about $20 USD from SXM

Traveler's Tips

  • Before international travel, always check the State Department's website for important info on the destination and its entry/exit requirements.