We just got back yesterday from our trip to St. Maarten and Hotel L'Esplanade. After reading some of the negative reviews about St. Maarten (not Hotel L'Esplanade), I was a little worried. Now that I am back, I cannot understand any of the negative press. We had the most amazing time! Let me start with the hotel: What can I... more

Planning a last minute getaway and found decent airfare to St Maarten. Looked at trip advisor to see where I might stay, having never been to St Maarten. Hotel L'Esplanade received high ratings and trip advisor steered us right earlier in the summer. St Maarten requires a rental car to get around, probably better that it is not a nice... more

Well, what a great place this hotel is. It was my girlfriend and my first trip to St Martin, and we chose this hotel from the reviews here. And we really weren't disappointed. The staff are great (especially Myriam), the property is immaculate, and the rooms took our breath away. Maybe us Brits just don't expect quite as much as... more

The rooms (we stayed at a loft) were very clean, and the decor was very welcoming. I felt that the staff paid attention to details, and made sure that visitors felt comfortable. Housekeeping was great (did our dishes too!). Miriam was also very sweet. The place felt quite 'homely'. Grand case definitely had some excellent restaurants! We enjoyed the French... more

Truly spectacular hotel with elegant rooms, excellent service, and located in a perfect setting. Will definitely return again. The hotel is a short two minute, gorgeous walk, to the beach and restaurant row in Grand Case. The best part about staying in this hotel was its proximity to some of the best fine dining restaurants we've ever tried in the... more

If you like the song "Love is in the Air', then this hotel is the place for you. It is a Sanctuary for couples. My girlfriend and I stayed at the Hotel "L'Esplanade" July 14 - July 22, 2008. The hotel is absolutely gorgeous inside rooms and on the landscaped grounds, and every one of the staff is cheerful, very... more

I am a true "road warrior" and was there on business for a week. The staff treated me better than family, and the 2-story villa was very tasteful and soothing. There were so many extra touches, but the staff was what really stood out. They were always on hand to ask if there was anything they could do to make... more

We were so looking forward to our honeymoon at l'Esplanade after reading so many wonderful reviews. Unfortunately it just wasn't the place for us, and in retrospect I would have stayed elsewhere had I known some things that made our stay more stressful than I would have liked. I don't want to keep anyone from booking a trip there, but... more

My husband and loved this hotel, it is even more beautiful than the pictures show. All the rooms have a view of the ocean, full kitchen, internet access, cable tv and complimentary dvd's at the front desk. There is a walk to the beach, but to be honest that beach is nothing compared to Orient Beach which is a 5... more