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Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1100
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Set in 10 acres of lush beachfront property with 534 rooms ranging from casual elegance to upscale sophistication. We offer an array of fine restaurants to satisfy every culinary desire, 40 boutiques carrying brand name jewelry and fashionsand a new Marketplace with unrivaled nightlife and daytime activities. From car rentals to full-scale activities, complete convention facilities to simple relaxation. You'll experience a holiday to remember within our beautifully landscaped and manicured grounds and refreshing pools. Keen attention to detail has gone into making a stay at 'The Maho' an experience to be treasured and often repeated.
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Overall score
3.7 out of 5
(48 reviews)
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Hotel address: Maho Bay, Rhine Road 1, St. Maarten, Netherlands Antilles 0
Maho Beach, 1 Rhine Road St. Maarten, Netherlands Antilles
Princess Juliana International Airport(SXM) - Estimated driving time to property is 10 minutes - 0.75 km (0.5 mile).
Located on the southwest coast of Dutch St. Maarten, ten minutes from the Princess Juliana International Airport. The 10-acre beachfront complex is a destination within a destination, with its own shopping village, tennis courts, gardens, pools, restaurants and nightly entertainment.
Location: Ocean Terrace Building - Type: Full Service Restaurant, Other: Gourmet Oriented - Cuisine: International with the French touch - Hours of operation: - Breakfast: None - Lunch: None - Dinner: 6PM to 10PM - Rating: 4 stars - Dress Code: Casual Elegant One night dining included in all-inclusive reservations of 7 nights or longer
Location: Seaside - Type: Full Service Restaurant - Cuisine: Continental - Hours of operation: - Lunch: 11:30AM to 3PM - Dinner: 5:00PM to 11:00PM - Rating: 3 stars - Dress Code: Casual
Location: Ocean Terrace Building - Type: Buffet, Other: A la Carte - Cuisine: International - Hours of operation: - Breakfast: 7:30AM to 10:30AM - Lunch: 11:30AM to 2:30PM - Dinner: 5PM to 10PM- Rating: 3 stars - Dress Code: Casual Dinner themes change nightly.
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Overall score
3.7 out of 5
(48 reviews)
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Score
5 out of 5
The Best Island
Mrs Pumpkin Nov 19, 2009
Walked on the beach Shopped at souvenier stores Shopped for jeweleru ...
Traveler type: Couples
Score
3 out of 5
Sonesta Maho Beach
Sailorbvi Nov 13, 2009
The hotel rooms could really use some updating, the pool area is great and the location is wonderful for walking to local ... nightlife or a short taxi ride to Simpson Bay with many restuarants
Traveler type: Couples
The Sunset Bar was a really great time, everyone watches the airplanes take off since it is on the beach at the end of the runway. The bar has the airport tower on it's speaker sysytem so you know when they are taking off and landing !!!
Score
3 out of 5
Not real Pleased
Diane Nov 4, 2009
It started at check-in when I handed my paper work to the gentlemen and he said I didn't have what was necessary(first time ... that has ever happened). Then he asked if I was alone I said yes and I was placed in a room set off all by itself (498), which was a little scary since it was my first visit to the island. When I got inside the room it appeared half cleaned. I sat on the bed and the bedding was in sure poor condition the bed sank to the floor. Ok, it only a few days I will live with it. I unpacked, than I had to use the facilities and found that the toilet was used and I mean used and wasn't flushed. I did report this to the desk and asked if the room had even been cleaned from the last people. I was assured it had been. I was traveling with friends so there were a total of three rooms booked by me, they had no problem checking in used the same paper work as me and got exactly what WE paid for OCEAN FRONT ROOMS, I didn't...will not be going back any time soon. Wasn't pleased at all. PS. And they need real help with the food they serve at the ocean terrace buffet. Just horrible.
Traveler type: Friends
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The Sunset Bar was a really great time, everyone watches the airplanes take off since it is on the beach at the end of the runway. The bar has the airport tower on it's speaker sysytem so you know when they are taking off and landing !!!
--Sailorbvi, San Diego CA Nov 13, 2009
Since this hotel is right next to the airport, if staying here it's a short 7 minute walk from the airport to the hotel. Took my group 7 min, and saved us $15 for a cab. $15 for a cab for this short distance is absolutely ridiculous.
--Savvy Traveler, Forest Hills, NY Sep 20, 2009
Try Bliss and Tantra--I had a blast.
--PDH, New York, NY Sep 11, 2009
Overall score
3.7 out of 5
(48 reviews)
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Score
5 out of 5
The Best Island
Mrs Pumpkin Nov 19, 2009
Walked on the beach Shopped at souvenier stores Shopped for jeweleru ...
Traveler type: Couples
Score
3 out of 5
Sonesta Maho Beach
Sailorbvi Nov 13, 2009
The hotel rooms could really use some updating, the pool area is great and the location is wonderful for walking to local ... nightlife or a short taxi ride to Simpson Bay with many restuarants
Traveler type: Couples
The Sunset Bar was a really great time, everyone watches the airplanes take off since it is on the beach at the end of the runway. The bar has the airport tower on it's speaker sysytem so you know when they are taking off and landing !!!
Score
3 out of 5
Not real Pleased
Diane Nov 4, 2009
It started at check-in when I handed my paper work to the gentlemen and he said I didn't have what was necessary(first time ... that has ever happened). Then he asked if I was alone I said yes and I was placed in a room set off all by itself (498), which was a little scary since it was my first visit to the island. When I got inside the room it appeared half cleaned. I sat on the bed and the bedding was in sure poor condition the bed sank to the floor. Ok, it only a few days I will live with it. I unpacked, than I had to use the facilities and found that the toilet was used and I mean used and wasn't flushed. I did report this to the desk and asked if the room had even been cleaned from the last people. I was assured it had been. I was traveling with friends so there were a total of three rooms booked by me, they had no problem checking in used the same paper work as me and got exactly what WE paid for OCEAN FRONT ROOMS, I didn't...will not be going back any time soon. Wasn't pleased at all. PS. And they need real help with the food they serve at the ocean terrace buffet. Just horrible.
Traveler type: Friends
Score
3 out of 5
Sonesta Maho Beach Resort
Ron Oct 23, 2009
The experience overall was a good one. The front desk staff was slow to process anything. I will say that they several ... "trainees" working. They were accomodating with late checkout, towels without a towel card, free hotel parking pass, and free internet service, which was the most expensive I have seen.
Traveler type: Couples
Score
5 out of 5
Great location, great hotel
Mary Sep 21, 2009
The Maho is located near multiple restaurants, lots of little stores, and a pretty good sized casino. Both pool and beach ... are just steps from the hotel. You don't even need a car when you stay here, but they do have a auto rental desk right in their lobby if you decide you want to travel to other parts of the island. They also offer a shuttle bus to other sites. The only downside is the airport noise, although I get used to it within one day. We have been to this hotel 20+ times in the last 16 years, and find it to be one of the better deals for our kind of travel (non-timeshare and eating all meals out).
Traveler type: Couples
Score
3 out of 5
Not Bad...But Not Spectacular
Savvy Traveler Sep 20, 2009
The hotel as a whole wasn't bad. The only thing was that our bedroom wasn't the greatest. The bathroom was quite horrible. ... Cracked tile all over the place, and the bath tub was absolutely filthy. Some nasty black stuff all over the tub bottom and the lining...forced us to wear flip flops when in there. Faucet in hotel only had one setting: splash mode. No way to reduce the level of water outflow - it just came out so fast, it would splash out the basin, and completely soak the floor. Had to use multiple hand towels, to line the sink so it absorbed. Front desk staff wasn't the greatest. Upon arrival, they already had my room and room keys ready, but the keys didn't work. Had to go down twice to get this situation fixed. At checkout, I asked for a receipt, and they said I would have to email Orbitz for an overall receipt. A weird comment considering we had charged drinks and stuff to our room. The beach was phenomenal, and the water is absolutely gorgeous. Watching airplanes come in was such a thrill, but if you're not a fan of the noise, then I'd say avoid! Overall, not a bad resort.
Traveler type: Friends
Since this hotel is right next to the airport, if staying here it's a short 7 minute walk from the airport to the hotel. Took my group 7 min, and saved us $15 for a cab. $15 for a cab for this short distance is absolutely ridiculous.
Score
3 out of 5
Third Time's a Charm--SXM
PDH Sep 11, 2009
This was my third time to SXM in two months. The room was a standard room, nothing much, the view from the balcony was of ... some tanks beneath and lots of mosquitos. Although I didn't stay in the room much, it would have been nice to have a view of the island. When I asked, I was told that these are standard rooms and that I would have to pay for an upgrade (umm, it's low season). Anyway, the room in itself needs an upgrade. I have stayed in other hotels that were 110% better in comparison (cost, view, amenities, etc).
Traveler type: Single
Try Bliss and Tantra--I had a blast.
Score
3 out of 5
labor day weekend
jv Sep 8, 2009
i visited the hotel many times but this time the food is very poor ...
Traveler type: Friends
Score
4 out of 5
A Great Place To Stay
Big Olive Sep 2, 2009
Lots of young people having a great time. There were a good mix of people, like myself, some where between old and old as ... dirt. The beaches were beautiful, the service was great and I would go back anytime. I would recommend Sonesta for anyone regardless of age.
Traveler type: Couples
Score
4 out of 5
Nice hotel, areas and the island overal.
Raymond and Joselly Aug 31, 2009
If you like to relax, have a nice time with your significant other, this is the place. Nice hotel, their staff were nice. The ... island is small, so you could rent a car for just one day and enjoy the pleasure of the different beaches. There are clubs, stores near by. Also there is a pub near by, Sunset, nice place to chill at the end of the day. I will go back.
Traveler type: Couples
Score
4 out of 5
Great Location.....Fantastic Island
Traveler Aug 26, 2009
Hotel's best asset is that it's in the heart of it all....The Sonesta Maho is pretty much it's own little town with everythng ... at your doorstep. Island is packed with the friendliest people around. I was recommended the Sonest Maho and I recommend the Sonesta for affordability and service. Rooms are decent, not A-1 luxury if thats what your looking for...Their clean & comfortable & offer all the main necessities.....
Traveler type: Friends
If your looking for nightlife, there's Bliss which is a short walk on the beach or off a private road as well as Tantra (Saturdays) which is right across the street from the hotel.....The hotel is surrounded by shopping boutiques & a mini mart right across the way....Convenience is prime in this location
Score
4 out of 5
Great bang for the buck!
Big Al Aug 13, 2009
Excellent on all levels. You have to put up with the airplane noise since it's right near the runway. The advantage of that? ... You arrive and are in the Hotel in minutes and leaving is a virtually a step away!
Traveler type: Couples
Everything is near by.
Score
3 out of 5
Great rooms, ordinary food.
perfect couple Aug 10, 2009
1) Hotel room better than expected (We received a recently rennovated room and it was very clean and comfartable with a great ... washroom. 2) Dinner sux. The food is not bad but there is almost no selection and the service is PATHETIC. 3) Service at lunch is not bad, and the a la carte lunch menu was quite nice. 4) I cannot emphasize enough how bad the dinner service is, every night I felt like making a formal complaint to the resort. It's too bad because everything else was very pleasant, and if they had a decent dinner, or some other restaurant options, it would have been a very pleasant stay. 5) We rented a car, definitely worth it to check out beautiful beaches!
Traveler type: Couples
Definitely visit orient bay, it's one of the most beautiful beaches you will find. St. Maarten is full of beautiful beaches, so don't stay only on Sonesta's beach, although that is not a bad little beach either.
Score
3 out of 5
Great for the price
Nunzi511 Jul 31, 2009
We didn't like the location of the room they gave us, but we called and it was switched to poolside which was great. Some ... staff were helpful and friendly, but some were cold. The pool was awesome, never too crowded and you could always get a chair. The bartenders were sometimes slow. Breakfast and lunch options were great, but we wound up going out for dinner because the buffet at night was not too good.
Traveler type: Couples
Visit Orient Beach on the French side! Take a cab-even though it is expensive ($45 each way) we found that renting a car and driving there was almost equally as expensive and a lot more frustrating.
Score
3 out of 5
Fantastic Getaway
Bellasig Jul 24, 2009
I had a wonderful time in this hotel.Every was neat the only thing I was wondering what was the smell in the halls? ...
Traveler type: Couples
Theres great night life just across the hotel
Score
4 out of 5
Great family getaway
Cat Eyes Jul 15, 2009
There was no entertainment at nights. The variety of food choices was limited. Very limited kids and adults activities . I ... would still return to this resort.
Traveler type: Family
Score
4 out of 5
St. Maarten Trip
Big Time Traveler Jul 13, 2009
I had a great time. Lots to do within walking distance. Live bands, great food, casino, beach and nice people. ...
Traveler type: Single
Score
3 out of 5
Great location, close to airport.
Linnie Jun 22, 2009
Hotel not as upscale as anticipated. Found staff not knowledgable about their own hotel. Was told they didn't sell stamps ... and they didn't know where to buy any. Three days later I found that the little store by the beach (which was part of the hotel) sold stamps!! The bartender at the hotel lobby bar was very s l o w and sullen. Not what you expect from and island vacation. Spent one afternoon zip lining. It was alot more work than anticipated but had a great time. Found the staff and food there great. We vacationed with 4 other couples that had been to St. Maartin before. I don't think our vacation would have been as memorable or as much fun if they had not been there. I don't know if we would go back there on our own. Much prefer Barbados
Traveler type: Couples
Had a great time zip lining. Had never down it before so wasn't sure what to expect. It was alot of hard work - more that just zipping. It was an obstacle course in the trees. It was quite a work out, but enjoyed it and glad I went.
Score
4 out of 5
My Visit May 31-June 6
Three Musketeers Jun 8, 2009
This hotel was pretty much all we could ask for on our trip. We did not get the all-inclusive deal, which I think worked out ... in our favor as it encouraged us to go out and explore the island and other restaurants. The planes were noisy at times, especially if you like to sleep in. The planes did seem to stop at night time at about 9pm until the following morning. The hotel was decent, a little bit older and outdated in the rooms, but was clean. The showers and the toilets had very poor water pressure. The weak showers proved to really be a pain especially after those long days on the beach when you're covered in sand. The service was good, we had a clean room every day, although the front desk or concierge service was very hard to get a hold of at times, well pretty much most of the time. One receptionist who picked up the phone even once told us that we need to just stop calling and come down to the lobby if we have any questions, quite rude. The location of the hotel was superb though. I traveled with 2 friends, we are all in our early 20s and like to go out and party, so we couldn't ask for a better location. Both of the major nightclubs on the island, Bliss and Tantra, were within walking distance to us. And Casino Royale was right in front of our hotel, so we really had everything we needed. Overall, if I were to go back to St. Maarten with friends, and looking to party and have a good time, I would stay at the Sonesta Maho again. If I were to go with family or a significant other, I would try to find somewhere a bit more upscale and luxurious.
Traveler type: Friends
Rent a car, the taxis are quite pricey, they charge $10-50 to get pretty much anywhere on the island each way, even if it is within walking distance. Rental cars are only about $35 a day, or even less if you search for a better deal.
Score
3 out of 5
Reliable
Sunburned May 25, 2009
OK. Very long wait at check-in. They had lost my reservation and only found it when I was able to show them a copy of my ... online confirmation.
Traveler type: Couples
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The Sunset Bar was a really great time, everyone watches the airplanes take off since it is on the beach at the end of the runway. The bar has the airport tower on it's speaker sysytem so you know when they are taking off and landing !!!
--Sailorbvi, San Diego CA Nov 13, 2009
Since this hotel is right next to the airport, if staying here it's a short 7 minute walk from the airport to the hotel. Took my group 7 min, and saved us $15 for a cab. $15 for a cab for this short distance is absolutely ridiculous.
--Savvy Traveler, Forest Hills, NY Sep 20, 2009
Try Bliss and Tantra--I had a blast.
--PDH, New York, NY Sep 11, 2009
If your looking for nightlife, there's Bliss which is a short walk on the beach or off a private road as well as Tantra (Saturdays) which is right across the street from the hotel.....The hotel is surrounded by shopping boutiques & a mini mart right across the way....Convenience is prime in this location
--Traveler, New York, NY Aug 26, 2009
Everything is near by.
--Big Al, New York Aug 13, 2009
Definitely visit orient bay, it's one of the most beautiful beaches you will find. St. Maarten is full of beautiful beaches, so don't stay only on Sonesta's beach, although that is not a bad little beach either.
--perfect couple, Toronto, Ontario Aug 10, 2009
Visit Orient Beach on the French side! Take a cab-even though it is expensive ($45 each way) we found that renting a car and driving there was almost equally as expensive and a lot more frustrating.
--Nunzi511, Staten Island, NY Jul 31, 2009
Theres great night life just across the hotel
--Bellasig, Gurabo, Puerto Rico Jul 24, 2009
Had a great time zip lining. Had never down it before so wasn't sure what to expect. It was alot of hard work - more that just zipping. It was an obstacle course in the trees. It was quite a work out, but enjoyed it and glad I went.
--Linnie, Palm Bay, Florida Jun 22, 2009
Rent a car, the taxis are quite pricey, they charge $10-50 to get pretty much anywhere on the island each way, even if it is within walking distance. Rental cars are only about $35 a day, or even less if you search for a better deal.
--Three Musketeers, Los Angeles, CA Jun 8, 2009
If you are all-inclusive, use the dinner vouchers. The local restaurants are good and sometimes better than the resort. There is no charge, unless you choose an item that has a surcharge!
--Fun Seeker, San Diego, CA May 2, 2009
Cheri's Cafe accross the street has really fun entertainment with audience participation. Food is good, not great, but we always come to Cheri's 3-4 times each stay
--Pat and Bob, Kansas City Apr 23, 2009
The zip line was terrific
--Samm, New York Apr 22, 2009
The cab ride was only about 8 dollars for total for two people. Try to eat at the Cheri's restaurant, the food was outstanding.
--Dorothy, Mt. Pleasant Dec 15, 2008
Right need the airport so you get to watch all the planes come in. Not too noisey
--Jennifer, New York, * Nov 2, 2008
Go during high season. It is likely a lot more fun. If you like shopping go stay near Philipsburg, for night life go to stay near Simpson Bay and rent a car for flexibility and avoid having to rely on cabs in case you want to explore.
--Carson, Richmond Sep 22, 2008
Sonesta was on a strip filled with restaurants, shopping, food mart, spa, pharmacy, casino. I have to say, there was everything you need.
--Mary, USA Jul 29, 2008
For some of the best German food outside of Germany, check out Bavaria in Simpson Bay.
--Brent, Cary, NC Jul 29, 2008
I would not use the all inclusive at this hotel as there are many restaurants within a 5 - 10 minute walk of the hotel. Also, if you rent a car there are dozens of restaurants within a 15 minute drive.
--Barry, USA Jul 13, 2008
There are enough restaurants within walking distance to not have to leave for dinner.
--Stacy, Princeton Jul 5, 2008
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