La Vista ResortvsThe Westin Dawn Beach Resort & Spa, St. Maarten
Both properties are rated highly by expert reviewers. Overall, The Westin Dawn Beach Resort & Spa, St. Maarten is the choice of most reviewers compared to La Vista Resort. The Westin Dawn Beach Resort & Spa, St. Maarten comes in at 87 with recommendations from 4 reviews such as Oyster, Fodor's and Star Service.
La Vista Resort
 Frommer's
 Fodor's
 DK Eyewitness
53 Billy Folly Road | Pelican Key, Simpson Bay, St Maarten-St Martin
From $231/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Restaurant
 - Pool
 - Family Friendly
 - Free Parking
 - Kitchenette
 
 "This small timeshare resort lies at the foot of Pelican Cay. For a fee, guests can use the more elaborate facilities of the nearby Pelican Resort, with its casino, shops, and spa." Full review
 "Hibiscus and bougainvillea line brick walkways that connect the wood-frame bungalows and beachfront suites of this intimate and friendly, family-owned time-share resort." Full review
 "Accommodations are in a variety of rooms, suites, and cottages, all with kitchenettes. Facilities are limited, but include a large pool." 
The Westin Dawn Beach Resort & Spa, St. Maarten
 Fodor's
 Oyster
 Star Service
 Frommer's
144 Oyster Pond Road, Oyster Pond, St Maarten-St Martin
From $184/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Laundry Service
 - Concierge
 
 "Straddling the border between the Dutch and French sides, the modern Westin sits on one of the island's best beaches." Full review
Upscale
 "The 314-room Westin Dawn Beach's mostly ocean-view rooms... make it a solid option for families and couples." Full review
 "Travelers in search of a familiar—and dependable—name in the sand will feel right at home here—and there is even a smallish casino which during high season can be quite lively." Full review
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 "To be fair, the hotel's colonnaded beachfront facade is much more elegant than its character-free backside. And the huge freshwater infinity pool fronting Dawn Beach is beautiful." Full review