Divi Little Bay Beach Resort
Divi Little Bay sits on its own private peninsula on the Dutch side of St. Maarten, between Little Bay and Great Bay, and that geography is still its biggest selling point. The water is calm and clear enough to snorkel from shore, and Aqua Mania Adventures runs a full water sports center on the resort beach for kayaks, jet skis, snorkel gear and dive trips. The vibe is laid-back Caribbean rather than polished mega-resort: three ocean-view pools with a swim-up bar, the Indulgence by the Sea Spa, weekly trivia, bingo and water aerobics, and the ruins of Fort Amsterdam a short walk from your room.
Traveler Insights
Pros
- +Private peninsula between two bays (Little Bay and Great Bay) on the Dutch side, with gentle waves that are easy for kids and snorkeling you can do straight from the sand
- +Aqua Mania Adventures runs the water sports center on the beach behind the spa: kayaks, jet skis, snorkel gear, island tours, and dive trips and lessons, with non-motorized water sports included in both all-inclusive plans
- +Three ocean-view pools plus a swim-up bar, whirlpool and hot tub, so finding a lounger rarely turns into a contest
- +Flexible pricing: book room only, Signature All-Inclusive, or Premium All-Inclusive, which adds two more dining venues, premium liquor, in-room refreshments and perks like lobster nights at pureocean's buffet
- +Indulgence by the Sea Spa sits next to the gym and water sports center and uses island-inspired treatments built around fresh fruit, flowers and herbs
- +Mix at Oceans, the rooftop bar with small plates and sunset views over the whole resort, is a genuine date-night spot rather than an afterthought
- +Newly renovated Beachfront King, Double and Family guestrooms have walk-out sand access, and the suites up to a three-bedroom penthouse come with kitchens, which suits families and longer stays
- +History on site: the remains of Fort Amsterdam sit at the end of the peninsula, a short hike with 360-degree views, and a complimentary golf cart shuttle runs around the resort all day
Cons
- −Room quality varies a lot by building and category; the renovated beachfront rooms and the Oceans tier are the ones to request, and older suites still read dated to some guests
- −Service is inconsistent across departments - front-desk experiences range from excellent to frustratingly slow, sometimes within the same stay
- −The all-inclusive covers 'participating restaurants' only; Mix at Oceans is a Premium perk and Signature guests pay a surcharge to eat there, so the plan you pick matters
- −Dining is mostly casual (burgers, pizza, Mexican, poolside lunch), and travelers used to six or seven a la carte restaurants at a Mexican or Dominican mega-resort will find the choice thin
- −There is no supervised kids club; the resort asks that a parent or guardian accompany children under 12 for all activities, and there is no lifeguard on the beach
- −Getting around St. Maarten beyond Philipsburg means taxis, which are unmetered and add up fast, so spontaneous trips to Maho or the French side get expensive
- −Check-out is at 10 a.m., and a late check-out to noon costs $100
The resort runs a mix of products. You can book room only, or pick the Signature or Premium all-inclusive, which covers participating restaurants rather than every venue. Pureocean is the anchor, with a breakfast buffet and an Italian a la carte dinner, backed by Seabreeze by the pool, The Shack for tacos, Slice Pizzeria, Gizmo's Burger Bar and Fort Amsterdam Café. Mix at Oceans is the rooftop bar worth dressing up for. Rooms range from newly renovated 300-square-foot beachfront guestrooms to kitchen suites and a 1,835-square-foot three-bedroom penthouse, and Oceans at Divi Little Bay is a 98-room upper tier inside the resort with robes, slippers, Nespresso and larger rooms. Service and upkeep remain the friction points: your experience still depends heavily on which building you land in.
Divi Little Bay suits families and couples who want a water-focused Caribbean stay on an island they can explore, with the option to cook in a suite or go all-inclusive. Families should know there is no supervised kids club, so this is a holiday you spend with your children rather than apart from them. It sits in the mid-tier for St. Maarten, a short drive from Philipsburg's cruise-port shopping and about 7 miles from Princess Juliana Airport, and it competes most directly with Sonesta Maho; the quieter peninsula keeps repeat guests coming back.
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Restaurants (2)
| Type | Restaurants |
|---|---|
| Mexican | The Shack |
| Italian | Pureocean |
From the resort's own dining pages. Only restaurants the resort lists are shown. All are covered by the all-inclusive rate, per the resort.
What's nearby
Maho Beach20 min drive · 6.9 mi
Orient Bay Beach20 min drive · 6.8 mi
Marigot20 min drive · 6.2 mi
Fort Amsterdam6 min walk · 0.3 mi
Philipsburg (Front Street and Boardwalk)5 min drive · 1.2 mi
Fort Louis20 min drive · 6.5 mi
More things to do (24)
- Ferry day trip to St Barths · excursion7 min drive · 1.6 mi
- Simpson Bay Marina · marina10 min drive · 3.9 mi
- Little Bay Beach · beach6 min drive · 1.2 mi
- Pinel Island ferry · excursion20 min drive · 8.0 mi
- Cupecoy Beach · beach20 min drive · 8.1 mi
- Friar's Bay Beach · beach25 min drive · 9.9 mi
- Mullet Bay Golf Course · golf20 min drive · 7.1 mi
- Grand Case Beach · beach20 min drive · 9.0 mi
- Happy Bay · beach25 min drive · 9.6 mi
- Great Bay Beach · beach6 min drive · 1.4 mi
- Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit · museum6 min drive · 1.4 mi
- Sint Maarten Museum · museum6 min drive · 1.5 mi
- Bobby's Marina · marina7 min drive · 1.6 mi
- Rainforest Adventures (Flying Dutchman zip line) · adventure park8 min drive · 2.0 mi
- Emilio Wilson Park · nature8 min drive · 2.1 mi
- Border Monument · historic site9 min drive · 3.4 mi
- Kim Sha Beach · beach10 min drive · 4.0 mi
- Catamaran day sail to Prickly Pear Cays · excursion10 min drive · 3.9 mi
- Sunset cruise from Simpson Bay · excursion10 min drive · 3.9 mi
- Deep-sea fishing charter · excursion10 min drive · 3.9 mi
- Guana Bay Beach · beach13 min drive · 3.2 mi
- Dawn Beach · beach13 min drive · 5.5 mi
- Oyster Pond (Captain Oliver's Marina) · marina14 min drive · 5.5 mi
- Amuseum Naturalis · museum14 min drive · 5.7 mi
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“What a fantastic place to be in paradise. The infinity pool was so relaxing the resort has great food and amenities. We did the snorkeling and it was so amazing. The staff was exceptional especially Amanda!! My favorite. She took such great care of m...”
“What a week - a true week in PARADISE 🌴💛 This place truly has it all: stunning views, beautiful beaches, amazing food, and an incredible team. From the moment I arrived, the management and staff made everything feel effortless and special. I met s...”
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