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ESMERALDA RESORT, situated on the magnificent white sands of Orient Bay in French St. Martin offers just 65 rooms and suites spread among elegant tropical gardens in 17 villas. Esmeralda is the only four star hotel in St Martin on Orient Beach.Esmeralda's Coco Beach Bar offers beachfront lunch & cocktails. L'Astrolabe, the resort's fine dining restaurant offers French Creole and Continental cuisine. Guests receive dining privileges at 12 + restaurants in Orient Bay. Only minutes to more fine dining,shopping and entertainment. Rooms include a kitchenette, king bed, sitting area and patio. What makes this property so special is it's unique plantation style layout with only four rooms or suites per villa. For privacy, each villa has its own swimming pool and each accommodation has its own private entrance and terrace... Guests may reserve anything from a single superior or deluxe room or a generous sized suite or an entire 3 - 5 bedroom villa. Due to the way this resort in St Martin is situated on the property that is perpendicular to the beach there is limited availability in the two ocean front villas that include the Presidential Suites and deluxe oceanfront rooms. All superior and deluxe rooms include kitchenettes. Suites offer full kitchens and large living rooms. Guests enjoy the peaceful surroundings and a cordial, pampering yet unobtrusive on-site multi-lingual staff prepared to assist with any special needs. Esmeralda offers free use of beach chairs & umbrellas. Each accommodation has a fully equipped kitchenette (suites have fully equipped kitchens including dishwasher), large tile bath with hair dryer plus a 110 outlet for shavers only, color satellite TV, room safe, air conditioning with ceiling fan, daily maid service. All bedrooms have Color TV by satellite (8 channels and video system), telephone, private safe, A/C, ceiling fan, private, furnished terrace, kitchenette with micro wave, electric coffee pot, refrigerator and dishes. SUPERIOR, DELUXE AND OCEANFRONT ROOMS: King or two double beds, kitchenette. Maximum occupancy: 2 people. Superior rooms have garden view and are generally located further from the beach. Deluxe rooms are a bit larger located nearer the pool. Oceanfront rooms are located nearest the beach. SUPERIOR SUITES: Spacious living room and bedroom area with king size four poster bed and full size pull-out sofa bed plus a fully equipped kitchen. Maximum occupancy: 2 adults & 2 children. PRESIDENTIAL SUITES: Large dining and living room area with full size sofa bed, separate master bedroom with king size colonial bed, TV in living room and master bedroom, 1 1/2 baths, radio/cassette/CD player and fully equipped kitchen. Suite is oceanfront. Maximum occupancy: 4 people.
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HOTEL STYLE
Quiet
Romantic
Languages Spoken
English, French, German
Location
lot 44 Parc de la Baie Orientale Saint Martin, Orient Bay 97150 St Martin / St Maarten
Hôtel Esmeralda Resort
4.2 reviews
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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Nestled in a prime location, Hôtel Esmeralda Resort has garnered applause for its easy access to Orient Bay and nearby dining. The semi-private pools and lush ambiance, complemented by a continental breakfast, are among the amenities that guests appreciate, although some yearn for more shaded areas and diverse breakfast choices.
The rooms receive high marks for their spaciousness and comfort, equipped with kitchenettes and private pools. Meanwhile, the hotel's cleanliness and serene atmosphere contribute to its charm, with many guests commending the attentive service and enjoyable on-site dining experience.
Location
Convenient
Atmosphere
Serene
Rooms
Comfortable
Value
Reasonable
Cleanliness
Meticulous
Service
Attentive
Amenities
Satisfactory
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Spacious clean comfortable room with good AC. Kitchenette was basic but had all we needed, fridge freezer, kettle and a microwave. Good supply of toiletries and towels. Enjoyed having a pool outside our room. This was shared with 3 other rooms but we were the only ones to use it. Good location, only 5 minute walk to the beach and 10 minute walk to the local stores for provisions. Lots of very good eateries and take away places nearby. Very friendly chap who delivered fresh linen daily who gave us lots of tips about where to visit. Thank you. Continental breakfast was good but basic. Fresh fruit, cereals, tea coffee, breads, croissants and cake. No cold meats or cheeses. We paid an extra 5$ a night each to add eggs, bacon and hash browns etc. Well worth it. The breakfast staff Jerome and Karine were lovely and definitely added to the enjoyment of our holiday. The hotel restaurant - Astrolabe was exceptional. We are here 3 times. The food was delicious as were the cocktails and again the serving staff were amazing. Thank you all. We also enjoyed meeting Julie the hotel guard dog (a Yorkshire Terrier.) Our only grumble was during check out. We had to vacate our room at midday (which is standard) and were told that a shower room was available for our departure time. Prior to a 24 hour journey home we accessed the shower room. It was more like a sauna! Plenty towels and toiletries but no effective AC. Because of the heat and humidity you couldn't get dry and trying to dress in such hot sticky conditions was no fun. We'll definitely return, but hope that something is done about the AC in case we need to use the shower room again. All in all a magical stay in a beautiful location.
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Date of stay: February 2025
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Response from Audrey DONAL, General Manager at Hôtel Esmeralda Resort
Responded Feb 17, 2025
Thank you for your wonderful and detailed review! We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay, from the comfort of your room to the service provided by our staff, and of course, the delicious meals at L’Astrolabe. We appreciate your feedback regarding the shower room at check-out. There is ventilation in place, and we haven’t received similar feedback before, but we will certainly look into it to ensure the best experience for our guests. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we truly look forward to welcoming you back for another magical stay!
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A Perfect Caribbean Getaway – Exceeded Our Expectations!
Esmeralda Resort in Saint Martin is an absolute gem! From the moment we arrived, we were struck by the beauty of the property. The lush tropical surroundings, charming villa-style accommodations, and peaceful atmosphere made for a truly relaxing stay.
The rooms are impeccably clean and beautifully decorated in an old Caribbean style, with super high ceilings that make the space feel open and airy. Each room has a lovely little veranda, the perfect spot to unwind at the end of the day. And having a swimming pool right at your doorstep? A definite must!
The resort’s restaurant is another highlight. The staff there are phenomenal—it was a joy to start each morning seeing their warm, smiling faces. Special thanks to Jerome and Natalie, who added an extra touch of charm and hospitality to our dining experience. The front desk staff were equally wonderful—always kind, helpful, and ready to assist with anything we needed.
One of the best parts of Esmeralda is its unbeatable location. The walk to Orient Beach is literally three minutes, and several beach spots offer free seating for Esmeralda guests. Orient Beach itself is simply stunning—a fantastic place for a long walk, with a steady breeze that keeps you cool (though don’t forget to reapply sunscreen!).
We would absolutely return to Esmeralda Resort. It exceeded our expectations in every way, and we can’t wait for our next visit!
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Date of stay: February 2025Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip:Bring the appropriate voltage plug
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Responded 4 weeks ago
What a magnificent review—thank you so much! Reading your kind words truly fills our hearts with joy. It is exactly this kind of feedback that fuels our passion for hospitality and makes everything we do so rewarding. We are thrilled that you fell in love with the charm of our resort, from the lush tropical surroundings to the cozy villa-style accommodations. Knowing that you felt welcomed and well taken care of by our team means a lot to us. We’ll be sure to pass along your compliments. Orient Beach is indeed a special place, and we’re so happy you enjoyed its beauty and the little perks we offer our guests there. We can't wait to welcome you back for another magical stay at Esmeralda!
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We had a short 4 night stay at Esmeralda and overall enjoyed our stay. I was pleasantly surprised at the size of the suite. It came with a small kitchenette and large spacious living room. Bed was comfortable. Only issue was a lot of mosquitos got into our room and we had so many bug bites and spent so much time trying to kill them. The semi private pool at our villa was a plus!
Dinner at Astrolabe was very good! Free Breakfast was basic, but we added some scrambled eggs each day for $9. Servers were very kind and friendly. We spent a couple days being lazy at the nearby Coco beach. The location was also a short walk to the Orient Bay Village where we had dinner and drinks. A market/convenience store was also located at the Village where we bought some snacks and beverages. I really enjoyed our nice and quiet stay!
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Date of stay: February 2025Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 4 weeks ago
Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted that you enjoyed your spacious suite, the semi-private pool, the dining experience at L'Astrolabe and our location near Coco Beach and Orient Bay Village. There may have been a lot of rain recently, which can sometimes bring more mosquitoes, and we’re sorry for any inconvenience this caused during your stay. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back for another relaxing stay!
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Beautifully decorated rooms in small three or four roomed cabins, private pool for each cabin, and every room has a private terrace. We did have a problem with very noisy Texans in the next room on our first night, but a call to reception resulted in someone visiting their room straight away, and the Esmeralda were able to change our room the next day. The on-site restaurant Astrolabe gives a relaxed vibe to continental breakfast, but transforms into a top-notch French restaurant at night, with superb food and service.
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Date of stay: February 2025Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Mosquitoes can be a problem. DEET failed to deter them, but the organic, locally produced Bug Off...
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Responded 4 weeks ago
Dear Sue, Thank you for your lovely review! We are pleased that you enjoyed the charm of our resort, from the beautifully decorated rooms to the private pools and terraces. We're also glad that our team could quickly assist in ensuring a more peaceful stay for you. It’s wonderful to hear that you appreciated the relaxed breakfast atmosphere and the exceptional dining experience at L’Astrolabe. We hope to welcome you back to our little Caribbean paradise soon!
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The setting of the Esmeralda Resort could not be more ideal. Having our own villa for a group of 7 was perfect. Private pool means no rushing out to grab a pool chair. Resort restaurant and staff were great. The beach has several options for beach chairs (plentiful) and lunch choice and is a very short walk from the resort. More dining options and shopping is an easy 10 minutes walk along the beach pathway. The rooms were spacious and comfortable. The kitchens were stocked with dishes, glasses and utensils as well as supplies to make coffee or tea. I found my bed very comfortable.
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Date of stay: January 2025
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Response from Audrey DONAL, General Manager at Hôtel Esmeralda Resort
Responded Feb 12, 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re truly happy to hear that you had such a great stay and that your private villa with a pool made your experience even more special. It’s always a pleasure to know our guests appreciate the comfort of our rooms, the convenience of our location, and the warm service from our team. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable stay at Esmeralda Resort!
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Esmeralda Resort, situated on Orient Bay, offers a wonderful experience of French Caribbean relaxed glamour. Located at the very far end of Orient Bay it shares beach facilities and restaurant services, sometimes for an extra cost. From the checking to the check out, the staff attention is very good. In the early 90’s we had stayed here several times. But had not returned since 2017, after a devastating hurricane hit the island. Rooms are spacious offering kitchenette facilities, WI-FI, TV, A/C, fan, and many other amenities. Each building has 3 self contained units with terrace, sharing a swimming pool. The Astrolabe Restaurant serves breakfast ( Continental is included on the rate) and dinner. Service is very good and all dinners were very good. Chef imparts his own touch to classic of the French Cuisine. The Front Desk is very efficient. They solved all our problems without hesitation and showed eager to help. It is highly recommended.
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Date of stay: December 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Avoid building too close to the restaurant. Car Rental is less expensive when done at the hotel.
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Responded Feb 12, 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Esmeralda Resort and had a relaxing time here. Your kind words about our staff, the rooms, and the Astrolabe restaurant truly warm our hearts. We will pass your feedback on to the entire team—they will be so happy to know their efforts made your experience special. We can't wait to welcome you back for another memorable stay.
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I’ve made many trips to St. Martin but never stayed in the Orient Village area. I have enjoyed the many restaurants and beach clubs in the area, so this trip I decided to stay at Esmeralda, which is convenient to all the restaurants. It’s also a very quick walk to Coco Beach, which is the beach club available to hotel guests. I found the resort is laid out nicely, with villa like units scattered over a large area, each with three or four rooms and their own swimming pools. The rooms are large and quiet. There is a little kitchen alcove and a large bathroom. Comfortable bed and a little table with two chairs. One note: it’s a big room but there was no chair to read or watch TV. My overall impression of the room and the resort is that it’s probably overdue for renovation. The Astrolabe restaurant on site is very nice and a pleasant place to enjoy a meal if you want to get away from the village crowds.
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Date of stay: December 2023
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The location is in a nice gated area. The property has lots of space and green areas and the rooms are nicely distributed across the property in -what I saw- villas of 3-4 guest rooms.
Every villa has a small pool, however the pool is not so convenient, as it has no umbrellas and the pool area is not so welcoming to stay and relax. The room (ours was a deluxe room), is super clean and had all amenities and electro domestics needed: iron, microwave, coffee machine, fridge.. etc. Really, the room is GREAT!
The breakfast mmh.. is not nice. Accommodation includes continental breakfast, that we knew, however they serve a couple of slides of fruits and croissants and they remark every day that if you need something extra you need to pay for it. For the price of the accommodation, they should include some more breakfast, or better, no breakfast at all, as it is annoying to see such as small breakfast served and the willingness to sell something in addition. We saw the same discomfort from other guests.
The resort has no beach. It has agreements with the some beach bars to give sunbeds for free, however the nicest that is right next to the hotel, you need to pay 15eur per person per day to get a sunbed. Esmeralda should include this in the price per night and offer it to the guests. Otherwise you need to walk and find other beach clubs where they will offer you a "second line" sunbed for free.
The Orient Beach is SUPER windy, it is wide and large and beautiful, however is soo windy that sometimes is not easy to stay for long at the beach.
Summary: Super nice accommodation, not convenient breakfast and beach.
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Date of stay: April 2022
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We all enjoyed our stay very much. We rented a 2 bedroom 2ba suite and another adjoining room with bathroom, great space for our family if 4 to all spread out and have privacy. Nice small kitchen facilities, and small pool outside was relaxing but not for laps, FYI. Great location near many good restaurants in Orient Bay, short walk to beach, convenient restaurants within resort and at beach. Small breakfast buffet was included and satisfying, additional options available for added fee. Service very friendly.
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Date of stay: March 2024
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The Esmeralda Resort was the perfect location to enjoy the beautiful Orient Bay area of St. Martin. It was a 3 minutes walk from our bungalow/villa to the beach. Each villa ( 3-4 units) share a pool just outside the door. The small village area with restaurants and small shops/ markets is a 10 minute walk. The included perk of free umbrellas and chairs at several locations along the beach was wonderful!!
The large room was large, comfortable and clean and included a small equipped kitchenette . We enjoyed the convenience of the included continental breakfast. The staff at the restaurant were attentive, friendly and one of the things that make Esmeralda so enjoyable.
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Date of stay: December 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded Dec 16, 2024
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful stay at Esmeralda Resort. Our goal is always to make our guests feel at home. We hope to welcome you back to our beautiful resort !
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New York City, New York10 contributions26 helpful votes
There have been no shuttles that I am aware of in the last 5 years we've been there. Just grab a taxi at airport, reasonably priced as they have controlled pricing there
There are more places to choose from in the Orient Bay area.
PRICE RANGE
C$317 - C$520 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
esmeralda hotel orient bay, esmeralda hotel marigot, esmeralda resort marigot, esmeralda st martin, esmeralda resort st martin
LOCATION
CaribbeanSt Martin / St MaartenSaint-MartinOrient Bay
NUMBER OF ROOMS
46
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