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The Summit Hotel: Traveler Reviews

3.0 of 5
Jordan Road #42 | The Lowlands, Cupecoy Bay, St Maarten-St Martin
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Numansdorp, The Netherlands
1 review
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“THE SUMMIT HOTEL RESORT, MUCH IMPROVED SERVICE”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 20, 2013

We have visited different hotels in Sint Maarten. We the SUMMIT since 1999, our choice that time was location based. A quiet and friendly area with a great view and walking distance from MULLETBAY. we returned since then every year for 2 weeks and always around christmas and new Year. Since our first visit we see the same great team of staff which is giving a comfortable feeling when you return. The ownership of the hotel changed and this change had a tremendous positive impact in terms of organisation and profesionalism. A great reception when you arrive, a fast follow-up to special requests, well guarded, great housekeeping, a nice family running the restaurant at the pool with nice entertainment, also for children, The restaurant and bar closes around 21.30 which guarantees complete silence for the later evening and night. A guard service not only at the gate but also walking around. We have visited different hotels to keep ourselves up to date, we visited friends that stayed over in other hotels and yes, you can get more fancy rooms around but if you want to feel home, feel welcome, feel appreciated,experience service, if you love quiet at your hotel area but party in the neighbourhood( like MAHO, MULLET, SUNSET BEACH BAR), if you like spacious rooms with full kitchen with the right balance in price/quality, we can only recommend you the hotel and staff being called THE SUMMIT RESORT, WITH THE SUMMIT RESORT TEAM LOCATED IN CUPECOY, SINT MAARTEN. The Summit Hotel, people making the difference. Robert Brand van Lieshout & family

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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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BruceSXM, Owner at The Summit Hotel, responded to this review
January 22, 2013
Dear Mr. van Lieshout,

Thank you very much for your positive review and kind words about the Summit Resort Hotel in St. Maarten. I especially appreciate your recognition of our dedicated employees and the service they provide to guests. Many of our staff members have worked at the Summit for decades and they care deeply about the hotel and work hard to ensure that every guest feels like a member of the Summit family. On behalf of all our staff, thank you for your wonderful review and we look forward to welcoming you back to the Summit in the future.

Kind regards,
Bruce Jakubovitz
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Osgood, Indiana, United States
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Ralph & Pat”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 6, 2013

Just got back from our first stay at the Summit,but won't be our last. This is a great place to stay if you want a nice vacation. Only 5 minutes from airport, 15 minute walk to beach,5 minute walk to casino and close to towns of both Cupecoy and Maho which my wife and I walked to most days. These two small towns have plenty of good food, nightlife and shopping. Actually some of our best meals were at the Summit's poolside restaurant which does not look like a 5 star restaurant,but has great food and equally good service. The office staff, House keeping, Restaurant & bar staff and activities director, couldn't be better. They all made us feel so welcome. All very friendly and you can tell it's not because they are supposed to, it's because they are good people. Shasha is the activities director and does a great job. if you want to book a tour,what to know anything about Sint Maarten or have a sinus infection, just see Shasha she'll take care of you. If you decide to visit The Summit, Tell Shasha that Ralph sent you. Fun and Relaxing vacation at the Summit and can't wait to return.

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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BruceSXM, Owner at The Summit Hotel, responded to this review
January 22, 2013
Dear Ralph,

Thank you very much for sharing your thoughts about the Summit Resort Hotel on TripAdvisor. We are delighted that you chose to visit the Summit and grateful that we were able to earn such a positive review from you. Sasha sends her regards and hopes your wife's sinus infection is all gone now. She was happy to share her Grandma's home remedies with you and even happier that they worked! All of us at the Summit look forward to greeting you again on your next visit.

Best regards,
Bruce Jakubovitz, Owner
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Rhode Island
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Nice Location - Great Views”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 20, 2012

Just spent 3 relaxing days at The Summit. My wife and I had a nice bungalo. Very quiet, clean and the view from the pool can't be beat. Gardens on the entire property. The staff is very polite and always available. You can get anywhere fairly easy. It is near the University. Can't think of a better place to relax on the Island. We will be back. Prices are very resonable.

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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BruceSXM, Owner at The Summit Hotel, responded to this review
January 22, 2013
Dear BeachPete,

Thank you very much for the kind words you posted on TripAdvisor about the Summit Resort Hotel in St Maarten. We agree with you that our view, overlooking Simpson Bay Lagoon and the hills of both Dutch and French St Maarten/St Martin, is among the best on the island. We're glad you enjoyed it along with the clean rooms, quiet atmosphere and friendly staff that have made the Summit a favorite destination on St Maarten for 40 years. We've been welcoming guests since 1973 and look forward to having the chance to welcome you again on your next trip to our beautiful island.

Best regards,
Bruce Jakubovitz, Owner
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St. Catharines
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Great Place”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 6, 2012

We have just recently returned from our sixteenth vacation at The Summit. It is a quiet place set among a lovely garden setting with newe plantings happening this year. The on-site restaurant is convenient, the food is very good and the price is right. Michael, Tracy and Marg do a great job with the meals, (especially the curried chicken). Margie at the front desk is a fantastic ambassador for the resort as are Evans and the rest of the staff. The housekeeping staff make sure the rooms are perfect everyday. The pool area is very nice and a great place to sun and read. Grocery shopping is close by and Maho is not far away and a good place for gift shopping. We are looking forward to trip number seventeen in 2013.

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  • Stayed November 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Willemstad, Curacao
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34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
“Decent place”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 7, 2012

Cheap hotel close to Maho Beach and the Airport. Quiet and peacefulplace. Very large rooms with microwave and kitchen. Swimmingpool with a nice view. Good place for families. Staff was polite and helpful. It is close to the American University. Not a party place but in 5 minutes you will be in Maho.

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled solo
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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BruceSXM, Owner at The Summit Hotel, responded to this review
November 9, 2012
Dear Curtraveller,

Thank you for your 4 star rating and very nice comments about the Summit Resort Hotel in St. Maarten. While we prefer terms like "inexpensive" or "moderately priced" to cheap, we do agree that we strive to serve guests who want to maximize their vacation dollars when visiting our beautiful property and island. We appreciate your recognizing us as a quiet, peaceful place with good views, friendly staff and good for families as these are exactly the attributes we use to promote ourselves to potential guests. We also heartily agree that we are not a party place - by design - but, as you pointed out, we are 5 minutes from the best nightlife and entertainment on the island at the Maho complex. Again, thank you for your positive review and we look forward to welcoming you back to the Summit on your next trip to St. Maarten.

All the best,
Bruce Jakubovitz
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Also Known As:
Summit Hotel Cupecoy Bay
Summit Cupecoy Bay
Cupecoy Bay Summit
The Summit Hotel St Maarten-St Martin/Cupecoy Bay
Address: Jordan Road #42 | The Lowlands, Cupecoy Bay, St Maarten-St Martin
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Region: Caribbean > St Maarten-St Martin > Sint Maarten > Cupecoy Bay
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Restaurant Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 3 hotels in Cupecoy Bay
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Beautiful, clean, quiet property with a spectacular view overlooking Simpson Bay Lagoon. Close to the best beaches, restaurants and nightlife on the island but tucked away with lots of privacy. ... more   less 
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