NIGHTLIFE
If getting to bed early isn’t exactly what you had in mind on your Caribbean holiday, fear not: St.Maarten loves a night owl! Whether you're in the mood for a one-to-one cocktail by the beach, for a candlelit dinner with a view, or for breaking your best moves at one of its Miami-inspired night clubs, the island has more than one trick up its sleeve to show you a good time!

CLUBS
The clubs range in style, but the most popular are the ubercool Tantra Night Club and Sanctuary which has two floors and one of the largest dance floors in St. Maarten. The Alley plays an infinite variety of music from Disco, House and Techno, to Jazz, Rap, Hip Hop and old classics, whilst Bliss Night Club is open-air and more relaxed.

BEACH BARS
With plenty of beach bars all across the island you’ll be hard pushed not to end up in one of them! Mix with the locals and enjoy their Latin, soul and reggae music at the Sunset Beach Bar, or to La Bamba in Simpson Bay, where you can enjoy live Rock'n'Roll on Sundays and live Latin  music on Tuesdays, or simply dance the night away. Other popular spots include Soggy Dollar, Karakter Beach Lounge and Buccaneer Beach Bar, all in the Simpson Bay area, or Beau Beau's, at Oyster Bay Beach.

If you want to enjoy as many bars as you can and meet fellow travellers on a night out then consider hopping aboard the St Maarten Party Bus. 

But if it's just a relaxed night cap you're after, try one of the following friendly spots: Sopranos Piano Bar in Maho,the Red Piano or Prive Shisha & Music Lounge in Simpson Bay.

CASINO ROYALE
Spread over 14,000 square feet, and with 20 gaming tables and 450 slot machines, this is the island's largest casinos. Choose between baccarat, craps, American and French roulette, blackjack and poker - Three Card Poker, Let It Ride, Caribbean Poker and Texas Hold’em.

ATLANTIS WORLD CASINO
This destination casino offers award winning dining as well as other entertainment alternatives, to create a one-stop destination suitable for all. Its 2,500m2 casino features 400 modern slot machines, as well as gaming tables including Roulette, Black Jack, Baccarat, Poker, Three Card Poker, Caribbean Poker, and Texas Hold’em.

COLISEUM CASINO
A Roman antique themed casino with an onsite Gladiator bar, 306 video slot machines and gaming tables including black jack, roulette and poker.

Other casinos include Jump Up Casino, Princess Casino, Westin Casino, Diamond Casino, Beach Plaza Casino, Golden Casino, Tropicana Casino, Hollywood Casino, Rouge et Noir Casino. 

DINING
Often referred to as the Gastronomic Capital of the Caribbean for its vibrant dining scene, the island is considered a gourmet's paradise and is known for offering the widest variety of dining experience than any other island in the World. With over 350 restaurant covering the whole scope of international cuisine, eating out in St Maarten is not only a treat, but also an educative journey to the island's cultural roots.

BIGWOOD GRILL
A place aiming to honour the island's reputation as the Caribbean's culinary highlight, with traditional, hearty food as well as dishes fusing Caribbean, American and other international flavours.

CHESTERFIELDS
This old favourite located in Great Bay has been serving locals, business men, and sailors alike for around three decades. Serving hearty food on a deck overlooking the bay.

LA TAVERNE
Located on the Philipsburg boardwalk, this pirate-themed restaurant offers charcoal-grilled food, cocktails, and beautiful views over the ocean.

INFINITY RESTAURANT
Fine eclectic international cuisine in elegant setting with great service, offering tables with ocean views, for a dinner with an added touch of romance.

ANTOINE RESTAURANT
A touch of French elegance that starts with valet parking service and extends to wine pairing services for you to make the most of chef Pierre-Louis' fine dishes, while enjoying the views over Great Bay.

CARIBBEAN BLEND BAR & RESTAURANT
This popular spot amongst tourists and locals is located on the Philipsburg beach promenade and offers Caribbean homemade food at a reasonable price.

BAREFOOT TERRACE
This place in Wathey Square offers inexpensive food and beer and is a popular spot for a quick snack, including salads, burgers and local seafood specials.