Palm Court HotelvsThe Westin Dawn Beach Resort & Spa, St. Maarten
Both Palm Court Hotel and The Westin Dawn Beach Resort & Spa, St. Maarten are rated very highly by professionals. Overall, The Westin Dawn Beach Resort & Spa, St. Maarten is preferred by most reviewers compared to Palm Court Hotel. The Westin Dawn Beach Resort & Spa, St. Maarten ranks #8 in St. Martin with endorsements from 4 publications including Oyster, Frommer's and Fodor's.
Palm Court Hotel
 Fodor's
 Oyster
 DK Eyewitness
Parc de la Baie Orientale, Orient Bay 97150, St Maarten-St Martin
From $230/night
- Pet Friendly
 - Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 
 "The romantic beachfront units of this hotel de charme are steps from the fun of Orient Beach yet private, quiet, and stylish." Full review
Mid-Range
 "But little details give the property something special: Lush grounds filled with cozy hammocks... create a distinct charm and sense of privacy." Full review
 "Just a short walk to the sand at Baie Orientale, these spacious rooms have a sitting area, balcony or patio, and kitchenettes." 
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