Netherlands Antilles Hotels and Resorts - Both the Leeward ( Christopher Columbus , 1493 ) and Windward ( Alonso de Ojeda , 1499 ) island groups were discovered and initially settled by the Spanish . In the 17th century , the islands were conquered by the Dutch West India Company and were used as bases for slave trade. Only in 1863 was slavery abolished.

In 1954 , the islands were promoted from colony to a part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands . The island of Aruba was part of the Netherlands Antilles until 1986 , when it was granted a "status aparte", and became a separate part of the kingdom. Some of the other islands have indicated that they wish to obtain the same status, but no agreements on this have yet been reached. Other options sometimes considered are independence or together becoming a province of the Netherlands.

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Great Bay Beach Hotel and Casino
Little Bay Road 19 Philipsburg, Sint Maarten Netherlands Antilles
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Situated 15 minutes from the airport and 5 minutes from the center of town, this prime beach front property is a vacationer's dream.The resort offers 285 rooms, casino, outdoor swimming pools, fitness room, tennis court, restaurants, bars, car rental, gift shop, meeting rooms,watersports and live entertainment nightly.


Great Bay Beach Hotel and Casino

Great Bay Beach Hotel and Casino  - Accommodation
Great Bay Beach Hotel and Casino - Restaurant
Great Bay Beach Hotel and Casino - Casino

ACCOMMODATION: The hotel has 285 rooms including 10 Junior Suites with views of the magnificient Caribbean sea or stunning mountains. A number of rooms offer direct access to the beach. Well appointed rooms consist of 2 full size beds. All include: Airconditioning, satellite TV, direct dial telephone, hair dryers and in-room safety deposit boxes,
Private bathrooms are designed with full bath.

ACTIVIES: The Great Bay Activity Crew are here to ensure that your vacation is a memorable one. Coordinating thrilling sports tournaments, beach activities, games and much more... The possibilities for children's activities are infinite.

Great Bay Beach Hotel and Casino - Beach View
Great Bay Beach Hotel and Casino - Pool & Beach
Great Bay Beach Hotel and Casino - Watersports

GREAT BAY CASINO - The Golden Casino conveniently located by the lobby is open from evening until the early hours of the morning. Enjoy the thrill of Caribbean Stud Poker, Blackjack, Roulette and try your luck on one of our state of the art slot machines.

RESTAURANTS & BARS: Dinner is alternated on a nightly basis between our 3 restaurant locations.
Four sumptuous buffet dinners are served pool side and three sit down dinners offering choice menus,
are provided in one of the indoor restaurants.

BELLA VISTA RESTAURANT - Casual open air dining with a spectacular view of the pool and the Caribbean waters. Serving Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

LA ROMANCE - Elegant indoor restaurant for fine dining, offering choice menus. Fully air conditioned. Serving dinner only.

SUPPER CLUB - Features an exciting weekly dinner show in stylish surroundings. Fully air conditioned.

BARS - Pool side, experience our exotic Caribbean cocktails while relaxing in the sun. Serving drinks all day.

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