Long cruise piers stretching into Great Bay toward Philipsburg and the green hills of Sint Maarten

Cheap hotels & rooms in St. Maarten

St. Maarten is an island shared by two nations — Dutch Sint Maarten in the south and French Saint-Martin in the north. It is known for its beaches, duty-free shopping, the plane-spotting at Maho Beach and the restaurants of Grand Case, with hotel deals on both sides of the border.

Looking for cheap hotels in St. Maarten? RoomsCheap compares hotel deals from the biggest booking sites in one search, so you can find cheap rooms in the right neighborhood — not just the lowest price in the wrong one.

It is not just hotels: the same search covers apartments, vacation rentals, B&Bs and hostels in St. Maarten, so you can compare every kind of room side by side.

St. Maarten is one of the busiest cruise ports in the eastern Caribbean, with large ships docking at Philipsburg on the Dutch side.

Where to find cheap rooms in St. Maarten

Philipsburg

The Dutch-side capital on Great Bay beach, with shops, bars and hotels near the cruise pier.

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Simpson Bay

A lively lagoon-side area near the airport, with many mid-range hotels and restaurants.

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Maho & Cupecoy

Resort hotels, casinos and nightlife beside the famous airport beach.

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Grand Case (French side)

A laid-back village on the French side, known for its seafront restaurants and small hotels.

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Orient Bay (French side)

A long, lively beach with watersports, beach bars and apartment hotels.

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Map of cheap hotels in St. Maarten

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When to book a cheap hotel in St. Maarten

December–April is dry high season; rates drop in summer. Hurricane season runs June–November, peaking around August–October.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I find cheap hotels on St. Maarten?

Simpson Bay and Philipsburg often have the best-value rooms; on the French side, apartments around Orient Bay can be good deals.

Can I stay on the French side?

Yes — St-Martin is part of the same island with no formal border checks, and it is easy to move between the two sides.

Is St. Maarten a good place to stay before a cruise?

Yes. Some cruises start or end here, and the airport is close to Simpson Bay and Maho hotels.