in Saint-Martin, France
Esmeralda Resort
Updated 1 July 2026
- Baby
- Toddler
- Kid
- Teen
The clever idea here is the private pool. Instead of one big shared pool, the resort is a collection of Creole villas, each with its own small pool that only your rooms open onto, so toddlers can splash in view of the terrace without a crowd. Add the beach and watersports of Orient Bay a two-minute walk away and you have a genuinely relaxed family base.
Our verdict
A smart choice for families with small children who love the idea of a private pool by day and the buzz of Orient Bay a short stroll away.
The rooms
Creole-style villas scattered through gardens, each villa built around its own private pool. Rooms open onto that pool and can be combined into two or three-bedroom units, so a family effectively gets a private pool villa a short walk from Orient Bay.
At a glance
- Pools
- Private pool per villa
- Beach
- 2 minutes to Orient Bay
- Villas
- Up to three bedrooms
- Watersports
- On the beach nearby
How the KidProof Score works
Every hotel is rated on eight things families actually care about, then weighted by how much each one drives your choice. Room setup counts the most. The little touches break the ties.
Sleeps how many? Connecting rooms, family suites, a real extra bed?
Clean travel cot, high chair, bottle warmer, changing table, kit to borrow.
Shallow pool or paddling area, playground, kids club (free or paid).
Quick breakfast, kids menus, allergy options, snacks on hand.
Secured windows, protected corners, watched pool, well kept grounds.
Laundry, in-room fridge, stroller access, parking, reliable Wi-Fi.
Close to family attractions, easy transport, park tickets or access.
Welcome gift for the child, staff who talk to kids, themed rooms.
Why families love it
- Private pool for each villa cluster
- Two-minute walk to Orient Bay beach
- Two and three-bedroom villa layouts
- Watersports and beach clubs on the sand
🗓️A day here with kids
- 9:00
Pool wake-up
Coffee on the terrace while the kids splash in the private pool.
- 11:00
Beach and lunch
Walk down to the calmer north end of Orient Bay.
- 15:00
Nap and pool again
Back to the villa for a nap, then the private pool.
- 18:00
Sunset at a beach bar
The beach clubs stay family-friendly into the early evening.
Family things to do nearby
Private pool splash
The small private pool right outside your rooms is perfect for toddlers who tire quickly of the beach.
Orient Bay kids section
The northern, sheltered end of Orient Bay has calmer, shallower water that suits families best.
Boat to Pinel Island
A tiny ferry from nearby Cul-de-Sac crosses to Pinel Island for shallow, clear snorkelling water.
Is it right for your kids?
Baby
0 to 1 yr
The private pool right by your rooms is a big plus with a baby, and cots are available.
Toddler
1 to 3 yrs
A private splash pool and the calm end of Orient Bay make this an easy toddler week.
Kid
4 to 11 yrs
Snorkelling at Pinel Island and the watersports on the beach keep this age busy.
Teen
12 yrs and up
Orient Bay's watersports and beach clubs are a hit with teens, who will not miss a big pool.
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Parents also ask
Does each villa really have its own pool?
Yes, the resort is built as clusters of Creole villas, each arranged around a small private pool shared only by that villa's rooms.
How far is the beach?
Orient Bay beach is about a two-minute walk, with the calmer, family-friendly section at its northern end.
Is Orient Bay suitable for children?
The northern end is sheltered and shallow and works well for families, while the central and southern stretch can have more surf and busier beach clubs.
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