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Villas & Vacation Rentals

A villa with a pool in Terres Basses, a condo steps from Orient Bay, a suite with a kitchen in Grand Case: renting in St. Maarten means more space and more freedom. Here is where to look and what to check before you book.

Updated October 2026

The infinity pool of a villa facing Baie Rouge beach

Three ways to rent

A villa

A whole house, often with a pool and ocean views, for a family or a group of friends.

  • Space and privacy
  • Often a private pool
  • A car is almost always needed

A condo or apartment

A unit with a kitchen in a residence, often in the livelier areas.

  • A kitchen for meals
  • Restaurants and beach within walking distance, depending on the area
  • Minimal services

A hotel residence

A suite or studio with a kitchen, and hotel services around it.

  • Kitchen and front desk
  • Pool, housekeeping, sometimes a restaurant
  • Pricier than a condo

Villas and condos for rent

Sixteen villas and condos picked for their location, reviews and amenities, on both sides of the island. Filter by budget and what you want, then check availability.

Must-haves

16 rentals

Affiliate links: if you book through these links, we earn a commission from Booking.com at no extra cost to you. Indicative prices for 2 adults, based on a week in January: they vary with your dates.

Where to rent

Each area has its own character. Think about your days first: beach on foot, dinners, a car.

Baie Longue beach below the villas of Terres Basses

Terres Basses and Baie Longue

The area for beautiful villas: residential and quiet, with Baie Longue, Baie Rouge and Baie aux Prunes nearby.

Best for
Honeymoons, family villas, quiet stays
Car
Essential
Good to know
Few shops within walking distance: you get around by car.
Orient Bay beach and lagoon

Orient Bay

Beach, beach clubs, a village and restaurants: one of the few French-side areas where you can live on foot.

Best for
First trips, couples, families
Car
Useful to explore, not to stay put
Good to know
The bay faces the east wind: when the sea is rough, plan another beach.
Grand Case village and beach

Grand Case

The food village: small properties, a calm beach and dinners within walking distance on the boulevard.

Best for
Couples, food lovers
Car
Not needed at night if you stay near the boulevard
Good to know
Parking is tricky in high season.
The sheltered bay of Anse Marcel

Anse Marcel

A sheltered cove with calm water, at the end of a road through the hills.

Best for
Couples seeking quiet, families with young kids
Car
Strongly recommended
Good to know
More isolated: check which services are open near your rental.
Simpson Bay beach on the Dutch side

Simpson Bay and Maho

The widest choice of condos and apartments, close to restaurants, bars and the airport.

Best for
Groups of friends, short stays, nightlife
Car
Less essential than elsewhere
Good to know
Busier and noisier than the French side.
Marigot and Nettle Bay on the French side

Nettle Bay and Marigot

Between the sea and the lagoon, a handy base for exploring the whole island.

Best for
Travelers who move around a lot
Car
Recommended
Good to know
Less of a beach destination than Orient Bay or Grand Case.

Villas and units with kitchens in our reviews

Hotels and residences that also offer villas or units with a kitchen.

Before you book, check

  • The actual location The walking distance to the beach, restaurants and shops, on a map rather than in the listing.
  • The car In Terres Basses or Anse Marcel, you need one: book it at the same time. See car rentals.
  • What is included Housekeeping, linens, air conditioning in every bedroom, pool maintenance, internet.
  • Deposit and cancellation The deposit amount, when it is refunded and the terms in case of a hurricane, from June to November.
  • Access A steep road or a dirt track isn’t for everyone, especially with young children.
  • Payment Book through a known agency or platform, and never pay a stranger by wire transfer.

Frequently asked questions

Where should I rent a villa in St. Maarten?

Terres Basses, around Baie Longue and Baie Rouge, has the island’s most beautiful villas in a quiet setting. Orient Bay, Anse Marcel and the hills of Cul-de-Sac also have ocean-view villas.

Do I need a car if I rent a villa?

Almost always. Villas are often in the hills or in residential areas, far from shops. Book your car at the same time as the villa.

Villa or hotel for a family?

A villa or a condo with a kitchen gives you more space and lets you cook. A hotel or residence adds services: housekeeping, a pool, a restaurant. See also our guide St. Maarten with kids.

When should I book a villa?

As early as possible for high season, from December to April, and especially for the holidays.