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Palapa Hidden Oasis - Tropical dinner under the palms in Simpson Bay
French-Caribbean, Seafood, Sushi & Lounge

Palapa Hidden Oasis

Airport Road, Simpson Bay, Sint Maarten

A stylish tropical dinner in Simpson Bay

Palapa Hidden Oasis lives up to its name: you step away from Airport Road in Simpson Bay into a more theatrical setting, surrounded by palms, candlelight, water features and lounge corners. It is a useful pick for travelers who want a more polished evening than a beach dinner without driving to Grand Case.

The restaurant describes its food as French-Caribbean, served in a Bedouin-style tent and tropical garden setting. Expect seafood, ceviche, lobster, fish, prime-cut steaks, sharing plates, sushi rolled to order and cocktails. Palapa also has a strong bar-lounge side, with several spaces to start with an aperitif, stretch the dinner or stay later when the venue becomes more music-driven.

Palapa is best for a romantic dinner, birthday, friends' night out or smart-casual celebration. Public listings mention vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, private spaces and off-street parking. For visitors, it is especially convenient if you are staying around Simpson Bay, Pelican, Cole Bay, Maho or the marina area.

Practical tip: book ahead, particularly on Friday and Saturday. Official hours list the kitchen from 6 PM to 10 PM on weekdays and until 11 PM on weekends; the lounge stays open later, until midnight on weekdays and 1 AM on weekends. The entrance is by Palapa Village / Airport Road, so use the GPS point on this page to avoid confusing it with nearby Welfare Road restaurants.

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Palapa Hidden Oasis - Elegant and intimate lounge
Palapa Hidden Oasis - Ceviche and French-Caribbean cuisine
Palapa Hidden Oasis - Sushi and cocktails in a candlelit atmosphere

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Opening hours

Closed Opens at 18:00
  • Sunday 18:00 - 22:00
  • Monday 18:00 - 22:00
  • Tuesday 18:00 - 22:00
  • Wednesday 18:00 - 22:00
  • Thursday 18:00 - 22:00
  • Friday 18:00 - 23:00
  • Saturday 18:00 - 23:00

A place to save for a special night

Save Palapa Hidden Oasis to find this Simpson Bay restaurant-lounge during your stay.