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Ocean front restaurant, Philipsburg - St. Maarten - Ocean Lounge @ Holland House, Philipsburg, Saint Martin

Ocean Lounge @ Holland House

4.8 (130)
€31 to €50
International
45 Boardwalk, Philipsburg, Saint Martin 00000

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Ocean Lounge @ Holland House

4.8
€31 to €50
International
Philipsburg

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
  • Romantic
At the heart of town right on the beach in Philipsburg you will find the Holland House Beach Hotel. The Ocean Lounge restaurant is the perfect place to celebrate, have a casual dinner overlooking the ocean, relax and sample the cuisine created by the international mix of chefs. The restaurant offers a beautiful evening setting with an open air lounge cool music and boutique style vibe. The bar serves craft cocktails and a wide selection of wines from the Wine Spectator awarded wine cellar. Staff will welcome you with a warm Caribbean smile and courtesy and offer you the lunch or dinner menu full of International, European and local Caribbean dishes like the fresh Spiny Lobsters from the Saba bank. The restaurant is easy to find, walking through the lobby of the Holland House. Executive Chef : Justin Assendelft

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    €31 to €50
  • Cuisines
    International, Caribbean, Contemporary French / American
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    17215422572
  • Website
    https://www.oceanloungesxm.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Justin Assendelft

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Reviews

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4.8

4.8
(130)
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Sint Maarten

    Best Overall

  • Sint Maarten

    Best Food

  • Sint Maarten

    Best Service

  • Sint Maarten

    Best Ambiance

  • Sint Maarten

    Best Overall

  • Sint Maarten

    Best Food

  • Sint Maarten

    Best Service

  • Sint Maarten

    Best Ambiance

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ocean Lounge at Holland House offers a stunning beachfront setting with "excellent service" and a "beautiful" atmosphere. Guests rave about the "delicious" food, with standout cocktails and appetizers. While some found certain dishes overpriced or overcooked, the overall experience is "highly recommended" for its ambiance and attentive staff.
130 Reviews

  1. Keyla Gold

    Hawaii6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Holland House is lovely and romantic location to visit. It’s Right in the ocean. The menu is simple but the presentation is elegant. You’re definitely paying for the ambience as the plates were minimum. So don’t go starving.  keep in mind that this restaurant is in the hotel, which does not have great signage and there was construction underway. The only way to park is valet unless you want to drive around looking for street parking not able to park on this block

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  2. Malaurine

    Caribbean1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Honestly, such an amazing experience! The staff was absolutely wonderful, super friendly, welcoming, and attentive. They took great care of us from start to finish. We had such a great time, and everything was perfect! I highly recommend this place, and we’ll definitely be back!

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  3. Astrid

    Caribbean1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 13, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our private special occasion started with a kind greeting and beautiful table. Excellent cocktails, appetizers and main course were delicious and presentation top notch. Ray and John deserve the 100% kudos in excellent service!
    Ocean Lounge @ Holland HouseResponded on October 27, 2026
    Hi Astrid, Thank you for choosing us for your special occasion! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the food, cocktails, and overall experience. We will be sure to share your kind words with Ray and John. We hope to welcome you back soon! Warm regards, Shevaughn Alasa F&B Manager Holland House Beach Hotel

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  4. Jim

    Charlotte7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 3, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing atmosphere and service! Couldn’t have been nicer weather. Food was delicious.

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  5. Sid Gold

    London31 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on August 2, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Front of desk feels like she doesn’t want to work there. Put us at the corner where a loud birthday party happening next door even though the restaurant was empty. Asked to move table and she gave us attitude and let us wait 10 minutes to move us when the restaurant was empty. Set and had a lovely dinner until it’s time to pay. Our waiter pressured us to give him a tip even though service charge IS INCLUDED on the final bill.
    Ocean Lounge @ Holland HouseResponded on August 4, 2026
    Dear Sid, Thank you for your feedback. My team considers reservations, events and table availability when seating guests, and your table change was accommodated once another table was prepared. The service charge is clearly stated on the bill, while any additional gratuity is entirely optional. We are sorry if this came across as forced, as that was not the intention. I am pleased that you enjoyed your dinner and trust that your next experience with us will be even better! Warm regards, The Ocean Lounge Team

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  6. Benny

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great pasta and bread! Ambience was amazing. however, medium rare steak was overcooked. Sent it back and was undercooked. Third time was still overcooked but I accepted it because it wasn’t worth sending it back. Nice vibes for a sunset dinner! I would grab everything else on the menu except for the steak.
    Ocean Lounge @ Holland HouseResponded on August 1, 2026
    Thank you for your review, Benny. We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the pasta, fresh bread, the ambiance, and that our team provided great service. We're sorry to hear the steak wasn't quite to your preference. We appreciate you giving us the opportunity to remake it, and we'll certainly share your feedback with our kitchen team. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back again soon for another sunset dinner. With warm regards, Shevaughn Alasa Food and Beverage Manager Holland House Beach Hotel

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  7. Alexandra

    Atlanta1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 23, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dinner, special was a little pricy but over all meal was great. Service was exceptional and would go back just for the team working. View looks like it would be great before sunset
    Ocean Lounge @ Holland HouseResponded on July 28, 2026
    Thank you, Alexandra! We are happy you enjoyed your dinner and the exceptional service from our team. We hope to welcome you back soon, ideally just before sunset. Warm regards, Shevaughn Alasa Food and Beverage Manager Holland House Beach Hotel

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  8. Andy

    Nashville5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 20, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful dining experience with one of the most gorgeous views I have ever experienced in a restaurant. Highly recommended.
    Ocean Lounge @ Holland HouseResponded on July 28, 2026
    Thank you for your wonderful review. We are so pleased you enjoyed the dining experience and the beautiful view. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back again soon. Warm regards, Shevaughn Alasa Food and Beverage Manager Holland House Beach Hotel

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  9. Cindy Gold

    Dallas33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Ocean Lounge at Holland House is one of our favorite restaurants in St. Maarten. The food is just the best. Their staff is friendly and attentive. The setting is beautiful!!! We LOVE this place!!!!
    Ocean Lounge @ Holland HouseResponded on July 28, 2026
    Thank you, Cindy! It means so much to know that Holland House is one of your favorite places in St. Maarten. It is wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the food, attentive service, and beautiful setting. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Warm regards, Shevaughn Alasa Food and Beverage Manager Holland House Beach Hotel

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  10. Denise

    New York City22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely place on the oceanfront. Delicious food and wonderful staff.
    Ocean Lounge @ Holland HouseResponded on July 7, 2026
    Dear Denise, Thank you for your kind review and 5-star rating. I am happy to hear that you enjoyed our oceanfront setting, the food, and the service from the team. I appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback, and I hope to welcome you back to Ocean Lounge soon. Warm regards, Shevaughn Alasa F&B Manager Holland House Beach Hotel

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    €31 to €50
  • Cuisines
    International, Caribbean, Contemporary French / American
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    17215422572
  • Website
    https://www.oceanloungesxm.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Justin Assendelft

FAQs

Portions are often described as generous, guests note breakfasts are plentiful and several parties say they left comfortably full after lobster dinners.

Yes, guests say Ocean Lounge is a welcoming spot for families, noting it’s "nice for couples and families" and servers even engage warmly with children.

Yes, Ocean Lounge is a lovely choice for date night, with a beautiful evening setting, sunset tables on request, and many guests celebrating anniversaries there.

For the full effect, aim for an early evening dinner around sunset, guests booked 6:00 pm for the sunset and praised pre-dinner drinks and views from 5:30–6:00.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished attire rather than formalwear, which fits the Ocean Lounge’s waterfront setting and the many guests celebrating special evenings.

At Ocean Lounge expect the busiest nights around lively Friday evenings (guests report it as a "full house"), while Monday afternoons and lunch visits are described as calm and welcoming.

Yes, Ocean Lounge offers open‑air, beachfront dining on the boardwalk and a patio-style lounge that guests frequently enjoy for views and al fresco meals.

Ocean Lounge is an open‑air, boutique‑style beachside spot with cool music, comfortable breezes and lovely sunset views, guests often praise the stylish, relaxed setting and live singing on some nights.

Friday nights are a standout, guests report lively, full-house entertainment and a vibrant atmosphere on Fridays.

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Ocean Lounge @ Holland House

4.8
€31 to €50
International
Philipsburg

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
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