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La Playa Orient Bay

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with free breakfast and spa services

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On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers
Reception
La Playa Orient Bay offers a perfect seaside escape for relaxation. Start with a satisfying English breakfast, then head to the pristine white sand beach. The on-site Turkish bath/hammam provides rejuvenating treatments to complete the experience.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar

Room options

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Junior Suite kitchen Premium Garden | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Junior Suite kitchen Premium Garden

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Junior Suite kitchen Premium Ocean

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 48 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Classic Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Classic Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
116 Parc de la Baie Orientale, Orient Bay, 97150

Getting around

  • Princess Juliana Intl. Airport (SXM) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bikini Beach - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pirate Hideout Beach Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sao - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kko Beach Bar & Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kontiki - ‬6 min walk

About this property

La Playa Orient Bay

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Orient Bay Beach
You can look forward to free English breakfast, a beach bar, and a grocery/convenience store at La Playa Orient Bay. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sun loungers. For some rest and relaxation, visit the Turkish bath/hammam, and indulge in a body scrub, a massage, or reflexology. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Babysitting (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and massage treatment rooms
  • Beach towels, luggage storage, and beach umbrellas
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, beach locale, and helpful staff
Room features
All 56 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Select Comfort beds and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, separate sitting areas, and LED light bulbs

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (31 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 3 floors
  • 8 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1991
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 250

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between August 28 and October 3.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 12 per person, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • In-room bottled water
  • Pool access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 250 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property collects a per-night resort fee at check-in for all stays.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Property is also known as

Hotel L'Hoste
L'Hoste
L'Hoste Hotel
L'Hoste Hotel Orient Bay
L'Hoste Orient Bay
l Hoste Hotel Orient Bay
Playa Orient Bay Hotel
Playa Orient Bay
La Playa Orient Bay Hotel
La Playa Orient Bay Orient Bay
La Playa Orient Bay Hotel Orient Bay

Frequently asked questions

Does La Playa Orient Bay have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–8:00 PM.

Is La Playa Orient Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at La Playa Orient Bay?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at La Playa Orient Bay?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at La Playa Orient Bay?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 250 (subject to availability).

Where is La Playa Orient Bay located?

Nestled on the beach, this Orient Bay hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Orient Bay and Orient Bay Beach. Coconut Grove Beach and Mont Vernon are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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La Playa Orient Bay Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 467 out of 597 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 92 out of 597 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 597 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 597 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 597 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always amazing will be back every year we love it here
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nafsica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything! Our second trip and it was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena

My favorite hotel that I return to every year.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk was so accommodating and very friendly. The room was spacious and clean. The hotel is really close to the beach, which was nice
View from La Playas beach
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel , restaurant and bar were beautiful. The entire staff were warm and friendly. The room was clean and comfortable. It is within walking distance of stores and restaurants. The beach was fantastic. The best vacation ever.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful boutique hotel on a gorgeous beach and walkable to a lovely village with excellent shopping and dining.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Imani

A hidden gem!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely perfect stay at La Playa. We loved the location and convenience of having the restaurants and small shops nearby. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall incredible. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

ALLISON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and service. Clean and comfortable rooms. Location was great and accessible to beach restaurants shopping.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Imme and my family live la playa I would stay Shay without a doubt
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
300 steps to breakfast and another 100 to best beach in world- 500 steps to village filled with 5 star restaurants
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilia A

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing but the island was having trouble with the seaweed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elyse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There are plenty of things I enjoyed during my stay. The hospitality of the hotel staff trumped everything else. Not only were the staff very respectful, they even helped me plan my Birthday events!! Food and drinks were amazing, local market and restaurants within a 2-3 minute walk. My room and view was perfect, super clean and comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at La Playa was a luxury vacation without being over the top (simple elegance). Everything has been very well thought out - towel service, walkability to village for dinner/market, loungers at the beach, beautiful pool space, kitchenette in the room, breakfast by the beach, and the concierge team was helpful with every question we had. We had a wonderful vacation there.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

william

Liked: Cleanliness
Very convenient to restaurants and beach is right on property!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff here are amazing, even the manager. Everyone was so helpful and polite. The property was also pristine and smelled so nice.Being here felt like home even if it Was our first time at Saint Martin. Thank you to Benedicte, Cathrine and their manager- our stay was really delightful and. I’m thankful for the accommodation provided to us during these past 4 days.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved La Playa!

La Playa Orient Bay was excellent. It was clean, comfortable, perfectly located on the beach and near the restaurants, and the staff was helpful and friendly. Highly recommended and we'll be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Vadim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Had a great time. VERY relaxing atmosphere.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was buffet and nice, but same everyday. So we did venture out after four mornings with the same thing. The little village had some great restaurants for dinner. Was nice not to have to pay for the beach chairs. Room was beautiful. There is a little grocery store around the corner as well. We rented a car to visit the attractions since this is a little secluded.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wish we would have known that American appliances could not be plugged in. We were unable to use our hair dryer (although there was one provided in room but it was not high quality at all) or flat iron. Beautiful reaort with excellent staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and quaint place that allows vacation to feel relaxing, rejuvenating and refreshing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our 3rd year at La Playa. Staff is awesome. Rooms are very nice. The beach & ocean are right on the property. Just my recommendation is change the breakfast up a little. Same stuff every day. 4.5 stars.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

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