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.
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.
Front Street District
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Front Street District during your visit to Philipsburg.
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.
Top hotels in Fort William
The Morgan Resort Spa Village
The property was nice and the staff was great.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Sonesta Maho Beach All Inclusive Resort Casino & Spa
Great customer service and a wide variety of food to choose from.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa
Room was spacious but once the Murphy bed is down its a task. But the toliet flush is loud as ever. It also had a sewer smell the whole trip in bathroom after we showered. The beds are comfortable and the shower is good pressure. Some staff was so rude. But front desk staff wqa nice.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Oyster Bay Beach Resort
This was our first visiting to St. Martin. We stayed over in Simpson Bay the first week and at Oyster Bay the last 4 days of our trip. You will need a car, it's in a very remote area on the East Coast (Atlantic side). The Seaweed is an issue, the smell was aweful and not really able to enjoy the ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Sonesta Ocean Point All Inclusive, Adults Only Resort
The room was clean and well maintained. Some staff was friendly others no so much. So didn’t speak unless spoken to and even then barely spoke. The view was amazing.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Hilton Vacation Club Flamingo Beach St. Maarten
It was a amazing stay room stayed clean, the staff has great hospitality. The bar was extremely convenient. All I can say is keep up the great work. Last but not least SHOUT OUT TO JAHNILLA PRIEST she's a wonderful hostess.
Reviewed on 7 May 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, Great Bay Beach and Museum of Sint Maarten 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 Great Bay Beach and Little 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 Port of St. Maarten and Museum of Sint Maarten.
Hope Estate
While Hope Estate isn't home to many top sights, Museum of Sint Maarten and Port of St. Maarten are some notable places to visit nearby.
