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Grand Case Beach Club vs Hotel Esmeralda Resort

Grand Case Beach Club and Esmeralda Resort are both endorsed by writers. Overall, Grand Case Beach Club ranks slightly higher than Esmeralda Resort. Grand Case Beach Club scores 85 with approval from 5 publications such as Star Service, DK Eyewitness and Oyster.

Grand Case Beach Club
Grand Case Beach Club
7 / 10
21 Rue de Petite Place, Grand Case 97150, St Maarten-St Martin
From $331 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Fodor's Fodor's
"This beachfront property on a cove at the east end of Grand Case has a friendly staff and spectacular sunset views." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"This low-key, down-to-earth hotel in picturesque Grand Case has an authentic island vibe with bougainvillea-draped, cottage-style buildings and two serene beaches." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Two beaches are just steps away from each large room at this relaxed resort located on landscaped grounds at the end of town."
Star Service Star Service
"Up a paved road on the outskirts of this culinary town, this is a casual but popular beachfront getaway that offers a more laidback yet sophisticated approach to a castaway vacation." Full review
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The newest units are worth requesting for their fresh island style; these are adjacent to the tennis courts.
Frommer's Frommer's
"This bundling of bougainvillea-draped buildings sits between two beaches just a short stroll from the action in "downtown" Grand Case." Full review
Hotel Esmeralda Resort
Hotel Esmeralda Resort
7 / 10
Baie Orientale, BP 5141, Orient Bay 97071, St Maarten-St Martin
From $211 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Fodor's Fodor's
"A recent $2.5-million renovations to the rooms has given them considerably more style and comfort and brought the resort up to a higher standard, while keeping it a very good value." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"Esmeralda Resort's colorful Creole-style villas offer seclusion and elegance with semi-private pools (shared among four units), stylish tropical rooms, and a well-respected restaurant." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Tucked away in a quiet setting on the northeastern side of the island, splayed across a low hill overlooking the prized sands of Orient Beach...this tantalizing hybrid offers options." Full review
U.S. News & World Report U.S. News & World Report
7.0
"Facing the beryl-tinted waters of St&*& Martin's Orient Bay, Esmeralda Resort boasts 65 rooms and suites spread throughout 18 villas." Full review
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Recent guests said the resort's rooms are spacious and well-maintained, adding that you should request a room closer to the beach (only two villas face the ocean) for the best views.
Frommer's Frommer's
"This village of 18 green-roofed Creole-style villas boasts a spacious garden sprawl that spills down to the beautiful beach at Orient Bay" Full review