Title: Point Blanche Travel Guide: Best of Point Blanche, Philipsburg Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Point Blanche](https://expedia.co.uk/Point-Blanche-Philipsburg-Hotels.0-n553248635976399485-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Philipsburg](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Philipsburg.d3331.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Philipsburg](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Philipsburg.d3331.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Point Blanche Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Point-Blanche.d553248635976399485.Car-Hire-Guide)[Point Blanche Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Point-Blanche.d553248635976399485.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Point Blanche Travel Guide ## Philipsburg ![The Port of St Maarten is one of the most beautiful ports in the Caribbean. It is also one of the few ports in the region that can accommodate the Harmony of the Sea, which is currently the largest cruise ship in the world. Check out our visit to St Maarten: http://travelwith2ofus.com/visiting-and-touring-st-maarten-st-martin-dutch-and-french-sides-in-one-day.php Check out the most beautiful cruise ship ports in the #Caribbean: http://travelwith2ofus.com/the-most-beautiful-cruise-ship-ports-in-the-caribbean.php #Cruise #StMaarten #Cruiseship #travel #SintMarteen #MahoBeach #Dutch #French #SImpsonBay #Lagoon #Marigot #Philipsburg #Blue](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066963/4ab8d1df-0f37-4dc5-8780-e5e185e993c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Port of St Maarten is one of the most beautiful ports in the Caribbean. It is also one of the few ports in the region that can accommodate the Harmony of the Sea, which is currently the largest cruise ship in the world. Check out our visit to St Maarten: http://travelwith2ofus.com/visiting-and-touring-st-maarten-st-martin-dutch-and-french-sides-in-one-day.php Check out the most beautiful cruise ship ports in the #Caribbean: http://travelwith2ofus.com/the-most-beautiful-cruise-ship-ports-in-the-caribbean.php #Cruise #StMaarten #Cruiseship #travel #SintMarteen #MahoBeach #Dutch #French #SImpsonBay #Lagoon #Marigot #Philipsburg #Blue](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066963/4ab8d1df-0f37-4dc5-8780-e5e185e993c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#Lunchtime Buddha Beach Bar. Great relaxing lunch spot on the water.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976399485/368f7bae-1c35-4d24-a540-ad94655622d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Harbour Point Village is a small shopping arcade of 12 shops and 12 market-stalls in an architectural atmosphere of vintage St. Maarten landmarks. It pretty much feeds off the Cruise Ships and is a touristy place for catering to those who simply must buy something at every port... even if it was made in China and shipped to St Martin. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976399485/f97174ad-5aea-4233-844b-161345421342.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Point Blanche Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Philipsburg travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Philipsburg.dx3331) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Great Bay Beach showing general coastal views, a sandy beach and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6338950/46fc7f61-e6f6-4086-89f2-a96dde0b265c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Great Bay Beach 4.5/5(2 reviews) If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Great Bay Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Philipsburg. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Great-Bay-Beach-Philipsburg.d6338950.Attraction) ![Captain Hodge Pier in Philipsburg, Saint Martin, Caribbean](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6338948/8671c36b-27c7-4de3-87d0-9b408f3077fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Philipsburg Boardwalk Philipsburg Boardwalk is just one of the places to see in Philipsburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Philipsburg-Boardwalk.d6338948.Holidays-City-Breaks) ![Fort Amsterdam featuring building ruins, a castle and military items](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502879/46df681c-cee4-49e7-9752-6835b75738b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fort Amsterdam The remains of the first Dutch military base in the Caribbean offer stunning views across the ocean and over the town of Philipsburg behind it. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fort-Amsterdam-Philipsburg.d502879.Attraction) ![Museum of Sint Maarten showing art and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502882/af4a98aa-fc42-4d6e-8fcd-2f2ca2c3ed45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Museum of Sint Maarten Discover where the native population originally came from and learn about major events in the island’s colonial, social and natural past. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Museum-Of-Sint-Maarten-Philipsburg.d502882.Attraction) ![Guana Bay Beach showing cuddly or friendly animals, a coastal town and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/506436/5fa14029-5721-45c3-aa29-dcaea1692b92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guana Bay Beach 4/5(1 review) The picturesque shores of this tranquil bay provide a great opportunity to escape the crowds and jump in the crystal clear water for surfing or swimming. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Guana-Bay-Beach-Philipsburg.d506436.Attraction) ![Philipsburg Courthouse featuring an administrative buidling and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621560505625/47d8c2b9-c713-4320-88c5-b73d416227cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Philipsburg Courthouse 4/5(6 reviews) Philipsburg Courthouse is just one of the places to see in Philipsburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Philipsburg-Courthouse-Philipsburg.d553248621560505625.Attraction) ### Things to do ![High-Speed Ferry to St. Barths](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/176989/803f204c-e59b-47d1-9a40-1a59056c3ffb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### High-Speed Ferry to St. Barths £55 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/high-speed-ferry-to-st-barths.a176989.activity-details) ![Sky Explorer + Flying Dutchman + Schooner + Sentry Hill Line](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/466226/f1e62739-a072-49a6-976a-ce1a3facd837.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sky Explorer + Flying Dutchman + Schooner + Sentry Hill Line £99 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sky-explorer-flying-dutchman-schooner-sentry-hill-line.a466226.activity-details) ![Panoramic view of vibrant St. Martin ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/413439/1889a377-cdfa-4a6e-bdf7-cb7a36cef979.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Edge Ferry Tickets to St. Barts £73 per adult **84%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edge-ferry-tickets-to-st-barts.a413439.activity-details) ![Sand Dollar Snorkeling Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/253868/cee07738-52cd-498c-b693-2512d348c7bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Half Day Snorkeling Adventure £47 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-snorkeling-adventure.a253868.activity-details) ![Tango Sunset Dinner Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/253878/9105e861-0cf5-4207-8f5b-f751a25f46b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tango Sunset Cruise with Caribbean Dinner & Open Bar £62 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tango-sunset-cruise-with-caribbean-dinner-open-bar.a253878.activity-details) ![Sky Explorer and Flying Dutchman](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/466220/0efa206f-193d-4006-b598-b7d4939cada2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sky Explorer and Flying Dutchman £68 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sky-explorer-and-flying-dutchman.a466220.activity-details) [See all activities in Philipsburg](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Philipsburg.d3331.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Point Blanche ![Panorama Residences at Monte Vista](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120450000/120440200/120440175/89140f9f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Panorama Residences at Monte Vista Kitty Drive #6 Philipsburg Sint Maarten Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Philipsburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and on-site spa services. Popular attractions Maho Beach and Orient Bay Beach are ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews) Great stay room was perfect peaceful clean perfect view Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=07%2F03%2F2026&selected=120440175&PinnedHotelID=120440175&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976399485) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=07%2F03%2F2026&selected=120440175&PinnedHotelID=120440175&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976399485) ![Sonesta Maho Beach All Inclusive Resort Casino & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565666/45414036_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sonesta Maho Beach All Inclusive Resort Casino & Spa 1 Rhine Road Lowlands £475 16 Mar - 17 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach resort in Lowlands. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 8/10 Very Good! (2,875 reviews) The swift check-in, very welcoming and friendly staff Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F03%2F2026&endDate=17%2F03%2F2026&selected=565666&PinnedHotelID=565666&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976399485) ![The Morgan Resort Spa Village](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17530000/17525000/17524915/bf19cc27_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Morgan Resort Spa Village 2 Beacon Hill Road Simpson Bay £396 23 Feb - 24 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa resort in Simpson Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,998 reviews) Alex and Daniel the bartenders were amazing. Oswald and Luke could not have been any nicer or helpful with our needs. Love them ! Although the rooms were a bit challenging. Room cleaning could be better. The shower had mold in it and the sheets and towels were not replaced as often as should have ... Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=17524915&PinnedHotelID=17524915&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976399485) ![Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1260000/1256900/1256868/30f27be9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa Billy Folly Road 37 Simpson Bay £283 4 Mar - 5 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach resort in Simpson Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 6 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,609 reviews) There were drunken gamblers outside our room at regular intervals at 2, 3, and 4am. It was a terrible experience. Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F03%2F2026&endDate=05%2F03%2F2026&selected=1256868&PinnedHotelID=1256868&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976399485) ![Hilton Vacation Club Flamingo Beach St. Maarten](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/800000/796500/796441/67b50717_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Vacation Club Flamingo Beach St. Maarten Pelican Key, Simpson Bay, 6 Billy Folly Simpson Bay £294 12 Mar - 13 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach resort in Simpson Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,446 reviews) Changing rooms isn’t fun at 7 pm with a family Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F03%2F2026&endDate=13%2F03%2F2026&selected=796441&PinnedHotelID=796441&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976399485) ![Fourteen at Mullet Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82870000/82868300/82868222/7de7c76b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fourteen at Mullet Bay 2 University Drive, Cupecoy Lowlands Stay at this beach aparthotel in Lowlands. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Philipsburg-Vineyard.dx553248635976397374) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hope Estate While Hope Estate isn't home to many top sights, Museum of Sint Maarten and Guana Bay Beach are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Philipsburg-Hope-Estate.dx553248635976658759) ![Philipsburg St Maarten panoramic cityscape.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/953563676148154368/dccfc77b-7dbb-464d-9c10-d8d8186de2e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Philipsburg If you're spending some time in Downtown Philipsburg, Great Bay Beach and Museum of Sint Maarten are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Philipsburg-Downtown-Philipsburg.dx953563676148154368) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Fort William While Fort William may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Great Bay Beach and Little Bay Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Philipsburg-Fort-William.dx553248635976394872) ![Caribbean cruise travel woman touristin Philipsburg, St Maarten, holiday banner landscape panorama. Cruise ship travel destination. Netherlands Antilles.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633350903521/7dffdcf6-d972-4d90-b5d1-f82e60bf8b18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sucker Garden When in Sucker Garden, you can plan a visit to Guana Bay Beach and Guana Bay, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Philipsburg-Sucker-Garden.dx553248633350903521) ![Panoramic view of Philipsburg on the Caribbean island of st.maarten. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976397229/7abf11b5-7260-4d7a-bc7e-c86c6a4a4db7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Belair If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Belair and surrounding area, you can visit Little Bay Beach and Great Bay Beach. 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