Fort William Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Great Bay Beach
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.
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.
Guana Bay Beach
Come to surf or swim in the waters of this picturesque bay away from the crowds of St. Maarten’s busier beaches.
Fort Amsterdam
This former Dutch military base is known for its colony of pelicans and stunning views across historic Philipsburg and the Caribbean Sea.
Museum of Sint Maarten
Learn about St. Maarten’s past, from its earliest inhabitants to colonisation, and the natural history of the island.
Philipsburg Courthouse
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 beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this romantic area.
Top hotels in Fort William
The Morgan Resort Spa Village
Room spotless Check in staff not very welcoming
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Sonesta Maho Beach All Inclusive Resort Casino & Spa
The hotel is great it always looks clean, rooms are clean and comfortable, food was OK it can definitely improve, service is 50/50 you either get a really nice service or someone who looks miserable to be there.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa
Beautiful beach, clean room and helpful staff. Challenges were: long hike uphill to our room, breakfast was included but the same fare daily, espresso coffee was extra $, and activities were not well communicated.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Hilton Vacation Club Flamingo Beach St. Maarten
Great location, nice room, very good beach
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Fourteen at Mullet Bay
Condo was very clean. Staff was very friendly. The views from the condo were amazing. Very short walk to the beach, market for groceries, and restaurants. I will definitely be back!
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Hommage Hotel & Residences
Great.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fort William
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.
Downtown Philipsburg
If you're spending some time in Downtown Philipsburg, Sint Maarten Park and Great Bay Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Indigo Bay
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Indigo Bay and surrounding area, you can visit Little Bay Beach and Indigo Beach.
Madame's Estate
While Madame's Estate may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sint Maarten Park and Great Bay Beach.
Vineyard
While Vineyard may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sint Maarten Park and Museum of Sint Maarten.
Hope Estate
While Hope Estate isn't home to many top sights, Sint Maarten Park and Museum of Sint Maarten are some notable places to visit nearby.
