 St. Martin, places to stay
"Jeffrey J. Nappi" <jnappi@lucent.com> wrote in message
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> Any recommendations on where to stay in St. Martin? Not interested in
> all-inclusive. Beach front view would be nice, but not mandatory. Pretty
> much open on any suggestions, will narrow our choices down once we
> compile a short list.
We've been going to SXM every year for a while now. Stay an average of 14
days. 7 days is just too short.
We have stayed at Club Orient, Oyster Bay Resort, The Summit, The Pelican
and the Sapphire. We have also toured the Flamingo, The Towers, Le Galion,
The Cottages and some of the villas and townhouses by Bikini Beach run by Le
Residence and Le Hoste. Each place has its advantages and trade-offs.
Our favorite place to stay is Club Orient, for all of the reasons that one
of those trip reports you were referred to. It is clothing optional, it is
right on the beach, no tv, no phones, it is truly a get away from
everything. Unfortunately they charge a premium for all that and with the
Euro exchange rate what it is right now we find the place a bit out of reach
for our budget. (Two kids in college)
When it finally came time to purchase, we purchased a unit at The Sapphire.
It was the right price. We love the location near the cliffs of Cupecoy with
great views of sunset and the Caribbean. First class resort with marble
everywhere, Jacuzzi on the deck and a mostly private balcony.
Nobody addressed the issue of all-inclusive so I will venture my take on
that.
There are only a couple resorts that even offer a limited "all-inclusive".
They are not worth it in my opinion. There are just too many world class
dining opportunities in less than 1/2 hour drive from where ever you stay
that to miss them would be a shame.
So rent a car, explore the island. Meet the friendly people and be prepared
to go back year after year. It is the kind of place that grows on you.
David
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