Gallows Bay Lower Town, 0000 Oranjestad, Bonaire St Eustatius and Saba
#6 of 10 hotels in Oranjestad
Guests' ChoiceBased on 37 hotel reviews
7.7Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Location
9.1
Facilities
7.2
Staff
8.4
Value for money
6.9
Free WiFi
8.0
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Reviewed: 21 July 2025
Sheyla
Sint MaartenI didn’t like that i had internet problems and tv problems that i had to wait for a bit to be resolved, as i was traveling with my two kids and after a long day of travel they just wanted to relax. Elevator was not working. I didn’t like that the sofa was discolored and peeling; there was peelings everywhere after we set up the sofa bed.
I liked that the staff was very attentive and helpful. The pool was very nice and clean . Room was very clean.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 2 March 2025
Christian
United StatesLighting didn’t work. Overhead bulbs worked but some lamps did not.
Location was great. Property has a lot of character and is under renovation to make even nicer. Pool is very nice. Breakfast options were broad, served quickly and delicious. Staff is very friendly and attentive.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 21 February 2025
Charles
CanadaMissing the remote for the Fire stick. Bathtub out of service.
Room had a double balcony right over the ocean. Fell asleep to the sound of the waves. We had the large two room suite, so very comfortable.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 8 September 2024
Manon
Saint MartinBel emplacement, personnel sympa
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 5 August 2024
Melissa
Saint MartinAnimals, nature I guess can't run from that.
Breakfast and staff knowledge and feedback. They went above and beyond.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 23 July 2024
Bjoern
NorwayCouldn't adjust the temperature of the water in my room. Mattresses on the bed were a bit worn and had me roll down to one side each night. Price is rather steep compared to what you get, but so is every option on Statia.
One of the few buildings left in lower town, The old Gin House offers great accommodation right below Fort Oranje and the settlement on the cliff. Right next to tje hotel also on the lower town is a FANTASTIC restaurant (The Barrel House) and a diveshop/bar/souvenir place (Squbaqua). Included a la carte breakfast has excellent. I recommend "the Gin House breakfast" from the menu.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Judith
NetherlandsThe small biting flies.
Good breakfast with a lot of egg-possibilities. They washed our laundry for a small fee. One of the servants arranged a scooter for us. The location is perfect, snorkelspot directly on the other site of the (quiet road).
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 March 2024
Teresa
United KingdomRoadworks. Face lifting of Hotel whilst guests were there although wasn't that intrusive.
Very laid back experience. Not much to do on the island but that's what we wanted. Very helpful staff who made the place.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 14 February 2024
Sumpermarie
Germanybreakfast was great! our room was direct at the beachfront- we had a great view!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 30 January 2024
Stephen
United KingdomIt felt like the hotel is overpriced given the lack of alternatives. The pool was not cleaned at all and essentially unusable. There was a general sense of poor maintenance with peeling floor paint, mould on the ceiling in the room, a missing shower shelf and a bathroom window that looked as though it hadn’t been maintained in years. There was also a lot of exposed pipe work and wires that you wouldn’t expect to see in a more expensive property. The tv was also very basic with only regular tv channels - again for the price of the room access to streaming services is expected
Location is good beside the sea and not too far from the ferry terminal, while still being far enough away not to see it. The cats that hang around are cute, particularly one which had a tail like a squirrel and which we called Ginger. The room was clean and the staff generally were great. The nearby associated restaurant was great both for breakfast and dinner (note the rating score is for the accommodation and not the restaurant)
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 17 November 2023
Daniel
United StatesToilet didn't function correctly.
Breakfast was good.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 10 November 2023
Steve
United StatesKnowing ahead of the time the restaurant was closed the only 2 nights we were there on Tuesdays & Wednesdays.
Great breakfast and our room had the best view overlooking the Caribbean Sea.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 12 September 2023
Daphne
Sint MaartenThe pool area was a bit neglected.
Breakfast was great, the staff was very accommodating. The location was great. Love having the beach close by
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 20 February 2023
Vrooom
United StatesVast room was dark w/one tiny window and gray with little decor Pool area under construction No 24/7 reception staff Food is quite expensive ANYWHERE on Statia as it all has to be brought in.
Clean quiet spacious room. Great huge bathroom - lots of hot water in large shower. Big comfy bed Lovely bar/terrace area on the water with dining area for sunset dinners, with good service and good food. Other Dinner options nearby. Short steep hike up to the fort and town for siteseeing and lunch. Helpful staff Variety of room options so study them carefully and ask questions. Quick taxi connections to ferry and airport. I can't imagine staying anywhere else on Statia.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 19 February 2023
Krzysztof
IrelandNoise and dust around the swimming pool area due to maintenance.
The room itself was very nice: big, clean and comfortable. Very nice breakfast.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 10 January 2023
Ricarpi
SpainThe swimming pool
Staff very nice and good finding solutions
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 24 August 2025
Vivian
AustriaPool was dirty, room without natural light, not so clean
Close to the Harbour and some restaurant in the area
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 2 June 2025
Daniele
Guyanaour room slow restaurant service
the reception part of the hotel is under renovation (not mentioned when booking) makes it loose a big part of the charm of this gorgeous colonial building. Our room was dark and below the expectations we had for the price paid. The staff was nice though slow (apart from management) Location is unique, we highly recommend the diving club and its little beach (the only one close to the hotel), the boutique is very interesting and the rosé is just perfect, as well as the friendly staff !!!
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 11 February 2025
Brian
United StatesThat I couldn’t stay longer!
Breakfast was excellent!! Staff was very friendly and helpful
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 14 July 2024
Barbara
United StatesSmell was gross inside my room and ants or something made piles of dirt inside my room.
Location
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 17 January 2024
Cherina
NetherlandsThe property is under new ownership and they seem to working hard to improve the condition of the hotel which is in desperate need of renovations: For example, the pool was dirty - and when there aren't any beaches, you do want a pool - and the ceiling of the bedroom was moldy. I'd give it some time and
The location was perfect as we could walk from the port having arrived on the 20:15 ferry and didn't have a car. The hotel occupies a stunning spot overlooking the sea with sun loungers on a sandy area, comfortable couches to enjoy sundown and a good restaurant. The staff were very pleasant and helpful.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 28 May 2023
Curtis
Bonaire St Eustatius and SabaNo remarks
The suite at Old Gin is just FANTASTIC
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 25 July 2025
Anonymous
Bonaire St Eustatius and SabaThe rooms are overpriced for just a simple fridge and TV. The rooms lack a wow factor. I have paid less for great rooms.
The breakfast, dinner, and the staff were really nice.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 26 October 2024
Wayne
United StatesThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in October 2024
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