I never understood a Mall in that location...a hotel seems just as bad of idea. Myself and I think most people that go to St Maarten want a nice dependable beach just out there door if they can have it is a first choice. You can go to Vegas if you want another same old name brand hotel. Maybe condo's but then that would be very pricy I am sure and not the demand. Not my money but just seems like good money being spent after bad. I am impressed with the building and some of the restaurant and shops. But as they say.....location, location , location.