Personally, i would recomend staying closer to Maho area....like the Sonesta or Royal Islander. It is the perfect location with plenty of good restaurants within a three to five minute walk. It also has nightlife, shopping, and a great vibe. Mullett Bay Beach is a five minute walk, or drive. It is the perfect location for two ''single'' women. Also has plenty of security to add to the safety measure. Royal islander is right next door to Driftwood and is right on maho beach, by the beginning of the runway, so a lot of fun watching the planes coming and going. We found the island thirty five years ago on a cruise, and now go back for three weeks annually. It is a lot safer to stay at a resort or hotel, than an airbnb, or local rental, where you have to lower your shutters at night for safety!!!
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