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Vicky's Keys - Hostel

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Kitchenette, Courtyard Area | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Basic Shared Dormitory, Kitchenette, Courtyard Area | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Basic Shared Dormitory, Kitchenette, Courtyard Area | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
The Keys Road 2-8, Lane 3, Sucker Garden, Upper Princess Qtr, Philipsburg
  • Great Bay Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Philipsburg Boardwalk
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Dawn Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Philipsburg (SXM-Princess Juliana Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom, Courtyard Area | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom, Courtyard Area

  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette, Garden Area | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette, Garden Area

  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Kitchenette, Courtyard Area | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Kitchenette, Courtyard Area

  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Basic Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette, Garden Area | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette, Garden Area

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Comfort Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette, Ground Floor | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette, Ground Floor

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Kitchenette, Courtyard Area

Basic Shared Dormitory, Kitchenette, Courtyard Area | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Kitchenette, Courtyard Area

  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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About this property

Vicky's Keys - Hostel

Hostel in Philipsburg with coffee shop/cafe and bar/lounge
A bar/lounge, a coffee shop/cafe and concierge services are available at this hostel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, dry cleaning, laundry facilities and express check-out are on-site.
Vicky's Keys - Hostel offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations, with coffee/tea makers. Kitchenettes offer fridges and microwaves.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Philipsburg hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Vicky's Keys - Hostel, you'll be within walking distance of Museum of Sint Maarten. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a bar.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Grab something to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Continental breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes hiking/biking trails
  • 11 minutes by car from Orient Bay Beach and 12 minutes from Grand Case Beach
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff are also featured at Vicky's Keys - Hostel. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Philipsburg hostel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a continental breakfast daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

Dutch, English, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee: USD 7 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Farming classes
  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between noon and 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 5.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 7.00 per person
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between noon and 10:00 PM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 5.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 6:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • This hostel caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This property does not have a Sint Maarten Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Vicky's Keys Hostel Philipsburg
Vicky's Keys Hostel
Vicky's Keys Philipsburg
Vicky's Keys
Vicky's Keys St. Maarten-St. Martin/Philipsburg
Vicky's Keys - Hostel Philipsburg
Vicky's Keys - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Vicky's Keys - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 31 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Olalekan Oluwole

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
need a little improvement on outside grass, toiletries, and the wide range of internet.

4/10 Poor

PedroMenezes

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
There was a mistake in my booking. I was suposed to go there on the 8th of February (NOT JANUARY). I emailed the Hotel asking to correct the mistake....but never got a reply.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Break...slow!

Was pleasantly surprised. Our cottage was very cute, the bed was super comfortable and our hosts were very friendly and welcoming. Tom makes the most delicious scrambled eggs for breakfast. Not too far from town but initially it was a little difficult to find. I would definitely stay here again the next time I am in St Maarten.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was charged for 2 nights in jan , i was going there 17 dec and 18 only . I never used expedia before , if u can refund for 2 nights bunkbeds, would be great .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Co, Germany

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Quite remote and away from everything. You definitely need a car (or bike) to get there
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Adventurous

For a cheap place not bad. Area located not so nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Kunaal, Toronto, ON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The owners are really nice and helpful. The room was very simple and clean. There is a sense of security with having the lockers in the room. It’s definitely worth staying there for the price. The only issue is that it was difficult to get to as my taxi driver did not know where it was located. Also, the surrounding of the hostel aren’t great either and you need to travel a bit to get to a beach. Having a rental car is reccomended.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyed!

Off the beaten path place. Great and friendly staff! Stayed in the private studio. Very comfortable, with AC, WiFi, and yes, Hot water.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

slj, salt lake city

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing people

We drove by the actual site twice, because we really didn't expect to find it in the area we were in. The island has been so devastated by the recent storms, it was difficult to tell which places were habitable. But the people were absolutely so welcoming, so kind, and so gracious, it was a once in a lifetime experience that I'm so grateful for! The room is so comfortable, the breakfast was so perfect, I wish we could have stayed longer. If you are looking for a resort, this is not it. But if you want to stay with the local people, and escape the resorts (which are pretty much shuttered), this is a wonderful place. They will always be in my heart!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Mudslinger, Indiana, U.S.A.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A down home atmosphere.

The family staff were really friendly and helpful. This place has a great home feel and we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

mary, hudsin valley, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very clean and neat! Only a few miles from Philips

This was our first experience with a hostel and it was very pleasant! The owner and managers were very helpful... eager to make sure our stay was nice. Very pleasant locals... one lady stopped to ask if we needed help, drove us to a restaurant, and got a friend to “look out” for us, and his friend ended up driving us back to Vicky’s!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dijana, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice staff and comfortable hostel

I liked my managers, I liked the hostel, loved the culture and positivity of St Maarten people and food are fantastic. The beaches are great and my favorite was Mullet Bay Beach. For sure I am going back just need to save money first! Thank you Cee, Marike and Tom 🙏🙏🙏 Many blessings, Dijana
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ezra, Detroit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great island adventure starting in a hostel!

Cee, the owner was a great host and does a great job on the upkeep of the property and is very knowledgeable of his island. Everything was clean and in order especially for a hostel. The rooms were clean and had AC With 4 beds per room with lockers and equipped with a private bathroom for the 4 of you. The wifi worked great no matter if you were in the lobby or on the roof watching the sunset. The location is safe and not too far from beaches and attractions. The temp permanent people that inhabit/work the facility are a wonderfully and colorful diverse group of individuals who'll share their food, life lessons and experiences with you and entertain you well into the evening. I didn't get to try the food but I'm sure he wouldn't steer you wrong. I would recommend bringing some mosquito repellant however and there is no hot water in the shower, but it's so warm on the island you won't notice. I recommend renting a car mostly because it's St.Maarten and is worth exploring. Whenever I come back to St.Maarten I will definitely make plans to return to Vicki's Keys thanks again Cee! - Ezra Y.

10/10 Excellent

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

really good time

really nice,I did like swimming @ Guana bay, tho they say it can be dangerous.but i recomend the mile and a half walk to the bay over the hill

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect if you have a car
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Björn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Good backpacker hostel

It's a really good backpacker hostel. Good and personal service, they will help you with everything. 30-40 minutes walk to Phillipsburg. Phillipsburg to Vickys keys is up hill. Ask them for pick up service from the airport in advance.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2018