The Esmeralda resort, located on Orient Bay in French St. Martin, is a villa style resort consisting of 65 rooms and suites within 18 villas. Each villa has it's own swimming pool. With azure waters and one mile of white-sand beach just outside your door, getting into the spirit of vacation won't be difficult. If you're looking for activity, the resort offers two tennis courts and snorkeling equipment. The beach awaits those seeking relaxation with beach chairs and umbrellas provided courtesy of the resort. Last but not least, guests can soak in the sun by their villa's private pool. The Astrolabe Restaurant serves French cuisine, as well as continental and American breakfasts each day. This restaurant is closed on Wednesdays. The Coco Beach Bar and Restaurant offers a casual, beachfront dining atmosphere during breakfast, lunch, and dinner. To enhance your vacation, the resort offers a 24-hour concierge, wake-up calls, free parking, and daily newspapers. Each room/suite has a private furnished terrace, fully equipped kitchenette (suites have fully equipped kitchens)wireless Internet access, large tile bath, hairdryer plus a 110 outlet for shavers only, satellite TV, room safe, air-conditioning with ceiling fan and daily maid service. Rooms have recently been upgraded with new mattresses, curtains and flat screen TV's.