Pool day passes in Sint Maarten
Compare pool day passes in Sint Maarten. Book direct at Seaview Beach Hotel, The Morgan Resort, Sapphire Beach Club, and more, with pricing and inclusions.
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Sint Maarten's pool day pass market runs from a $20 pool-only entry in Philipsburg to a $150 day room with an infinity pool and beach in Dawn Beach. Seaview Beach Hotel and The Morgan Resort & Spa book directly through their own sites and email, while Sonesta Maho Beach Resort, Oyster Bay Beach Resort, and Divi Little Bay Beach Resort sell their day passes mainly through resellers, so prices on those three are worth confirming with the hotel before you go.
Prices run $20 to about $150 per adult. Seaview and Sapphire Beach Club keep it simple with pool and beach access, Sapphire throws in two house drinks, and Morgan Resort skips the beach for a nicer infinity pool and fitness center. The higher-priced properties bundle in more: Sonesta's pass covers its Aqua Park and unlimited food and drink, and Oyster Bay's is really an ocean-view day room with infinity pool and Dawn Beach access rather than a straight pool pass.
Most of the island's independent hotels take day pass bookings by phone or email rather than an online checkout, so allow a little lead time before arriving. Confirm hours in advance too. Passes here typically run a set window, commonly 9am to 6pm, rather than sunrise to sunset.
- Seaview Beach Hotel — From $20 adult. The only pool in Philipsburg, right on Great Bay.
- Divi Little Bay Beach Resort — About $40 adult. Chair, umbrella, snorkel gear, and an hour of paddleboard or kayak included.
- Sapphire Beach Club Resort — From $50 adult. Pool and beach with two house drinks included.
- The Morgan Resort & Spa — $60 adult. Infinity pool and hot tub in Simpson Bay, no beach access.
- Sonesta Maho Beach Resort — About $119 adult. All-inclusive food and drink plus Aqua Park access.
- Oyster Bay Beach Resort — About $150 adult. An ocean-view day room with infinity pool and Dawn Beach access.
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How much does a pool day pass in Sint Maarten cost?
A Sint Maarten pool day pass costs between $20 and about $150 per adult. Seaview Beach Hotel is the cheapest way to spend a day by a pool on the island, while Oyster Bay's day room sits at the top with a private ocean view and Dawn Beach access included.
| Hotel | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Seaview Beach Hotel | From $20 adult | Cheapest pool access, Philipsburg location |
| Divi Little Bay Beach Resort | About $40 adult | Watersports gear included |
| Sapphire Beach Club Resort | From $50 adult | Beach access with drinks included |
| The Morgan Resort & Spa | $60 adult | Nicest pool, no beach |
| Sonesta Maho Beach Resort | About $119 adult | All-inclusive food and drink |
| Oyster Bay Beach Resort | About $150 adult | Private day room with beach access |
Can non-guests use hotel pools in Sint Maarten?
Yes. All six hotels below sell day access to non-guests, either through their own websites and email or through reseller platforms like ResortPass. Seaview Beach Hotel and The Morgan Resort & Spa handle bookings directly with the hotel, while Sonesta Maho Beach Resort and Oyster Bay Beach Resort are easier to book through a reseller since neither lists day pass pricing on its own site.
Several of the island's bigger all-inclusive resorts also let non-guests use their pools, but only through third-party sellers rather than a page on the hotel's own domain, so they're not covered on this page.
Do you need to book a Sint Maarten day pass in advance?
It depends on the hotel. Seaview Beach Hotel and Divi Little Bay can often take walk-ins on quiet days, but calling or emailing ahead guarantees a chair, especially with cruise ships in port. Sonesta's Aqua Park pass and Oyster Bay's day room both have limited daily inventory, so book those a few days out through a reseller rather than assuming same-day availability.
The Morgan Resort and Sapphire Beach Club fall in between: both take reservations by email or phone, and a day or two of notice is enough outside of the busiest holiday weeks.
Where to stay in Sint Maarten
Simpson Bay is the most convenient base on the island: a walkable strip of marina bars and restaurants, close to Maho and within easy reach of Philipsburg. Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa puts you right in the middle of it with spacious suites and a marina setting, while Mary's Boon Beach Resort is a quieter, low-key alternative right on the sand if you'd rather skip the nightlife.
If you want the island's signature spectacle, Maho Beach is the place for it: sunbathers watch jets land almost overhead, and the casinos and bars keep going after dark. For a calmer counterpoint, the east side around Dawn Beach and Oyster Pond is scenic and away from the airport noise, with an easy drive to Orient Beach and the French side.
Seaview Beach Hotel
Seaview Beach Hotel sits on Great Bay in Philipsburg, and its outdoor pool is the only hotel pool in the capital open to non-guests. The beachfront location puts it within walking distance of the boardwalk's shops and restaurants, an easy add-on if you're spending the day in town.
The Day Pass costs from $20 and covers pool access, first-come lounge chairs, beach access, and poolside food and drink service. Changing rooms, towels, and water sports cost extra, so budget a bit more if you want the full setup.
The pass runs 9am to 6pm. Reserve by email or phone, especially on days when cruise ships are in port and the boardwalk gets busy.
Book direct: seaviewbeachhotelstmaarten.com/cabanas-and-daypass — or call +1 (721) 542-2323
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Divi Little Bay sits on its own peninsula on Little Bay, a short drive from Philipsburg, with a beach and pool setup built around water sports as much as lounging. The resort's setting, tucked between two headlands, keeps the water calmer than the open beaches closer to town.
The day pass costs about $40 and includes a beach chair, a shared umbrella, snorkel gear, and an hour of paddleboard or kayak use. Pricing is set by resellers rather than listed on the resort's own site, so confirm the current rate before booking.
Divi doesn't publish day pass details on its own website, so call ahead to check availability and current terms before planning your visit.
Book direct: diviresorts.com/divi-little-bay-beach-resort.htm — or call 1-800-367-3484
Sapphire Beach Club Resort
Sapphire Beach Club sits in Cupecoy on the island's west side, close to the Simpson Bay hotel strip, with an outdoor pool set just back from the beach. The property markets its day pass as a "Sip, Sun & Relax" package rather than plain pool access.
The Resort Day Pass costs from $50 and includes outdoor pool access, beach access, lounge chairs, two complimentary house drinks, a 15% discount on food, and use of the fitness center and business center. Wifi and self-parking are included, and towels are available at the front desk.
Book through ResortPass or directly with the resort. Weekends and the December to April high season fill up faster, so a day or two of notice helps secure a chair.
Book direct: sbcwi.com/services/resortpass.html — or call +1 (721) 545-2179
The Morgan Resort & Spa
The Morgan Resort & Spa overlooks Simpson Bay Lagoon, and its beach-style infinity pool and adjacent hot tub are the draw here rather than direct beach access. Private cabanas and two on-site bars round out a setup built more for lounging by the water than swimming in the ocean.
The Resort Day Pass costs $60 and includes the infinity pool, hot tub, lounge chairs, towel service, an outdoor shower, fitness center access, wifi, and valet or self-parking. There's no beach included, which is the main trade-off against Seaview or Sapphire.
The pass runs 7am to 7pm. Reserve by email, then check in at the front desk to pick up your wristband.
Book direct: themorganresort.com/offers/day-pass — or email reservations@themorganresort.com
Sonesta Maho Beach Resort
Sonesta Maho Beach Resort sits on Maho Beach, next to the airport runway the area is famous for, and its day pass is built around the resort's Aqua Park as much as its main pool. The casino and multiple restaurants on-site give it more going on than the island's smaller boutique properties.
The all-inclusive day pass costs about $119 for adults and about $49 for children, running roughly 9am to 5pm. It includes pool and Aqua Park access, unlimited food and drink, and casino access, all bundled into one price rather than charged separately.
Pricing isn't listed on Sonesta's own site, so call or email ahead to confirm the current rate and availability before booking through a reseller.
Book direct: sonestastmaarten.com/mahobeach — or call +1.721.545.2115
Oyster Bay Beach Resort
Oyster Bay Beach Resort sits on Dawn Beach on the island's quieter east side, facing the French side of the island across the water. Rather than a straight pool-only pass, the resort sells access as a day room, an ocean-view room paired with its infinity pool and beach.
The day room costs about $150 and includes use of an ocean-view room for the day, infinity pool access, and Dawn Beach frontage. It's the priciest option on this list, closer to a mini staycation than a simple pool pass.
Pricing isn't published on the resort's own site, so call or email ahead to confirm current rates and room availability before booking.
Book direct: oysterbaybeachresort.com — or call 721.543.6040
Frequently asked questions
Is there a hotel day pass on the French side of Saint-Martin?
This page covers the Dutch side, Sint Maarten. French-side properties like Grand Case Beach Club and Hotel L'Esplanade also sell day passes, typically $100 to $125, but they're sold through third-party resellers rather than the hotels' own booking pages, so they're not included here.
What should I bring to a Sint Maarten hotel day pass?
A swimsuit, sunscreen, and a form of ID or booking confirmation for check-in are the essentials. Towels aren't guaranteed at every property, Seaview charges extra for them and Divi doesn't list towels as included, so pack your own to be safe.
Are Sint Maarten pool day passes available year-round?
Yes, all six hotels sell passes throughout the year. December through April is high season with cruise ships adding to the crowds on shore days, so booking a few days ahead matters more then than during the quieter summer and fall months.
More pool day passes near Sint Maarten
Sint Maarten's day pass scene spans a straightforward $20 pool entry to a $150 ocean-view day room, all within a short drive of each other on a small island. Elsewhere in the Caribbean, Barbados and Curacao offer their own direct-booking hotel day passes with a similar beach-and-pool format, and Aruba rounds out the region with more all-inclusive resort options. See the full Caribbean guide for every island covered so far.