Hotel Interior design has a novelty for you: the 78-room Alegria hotel has joined the Ascend Hotel Collection.

The property overlooks the ocean at Maho Bay on the island’s south coast and is close to Philipsburg, the capital of the island’s Dutch side. It features a range of room types and two pools with a swim-up bar.

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“With its extraordinary location and high level of service, the addition of Alegria to the Ascend Hotel Collection elevates the portfolio like never before. This boutique-style property set in the middle of paradise offers guests a truly unique travel experience and convenient access to one of the most popular beaches in the world,” said Michael Murphy, senior vice president of upscale brands for Choice Hotels International. “Each member hotel within the Ascend Hotel Collection provides a distinct and memorable experience that brings the local culture to life. Alegria delivers on this promise in a truly special setting.”

“As more international visitors discover the beauty, lovely climate, crystal-clear waters and countless attractions of St. Maarten, Alegria will introduce them to island hospitality and the adventure of vacationing off the beaten path,” said Brian McSherry, chief operating officer of Alegria’s management company, M&R Hotel Management.