Best beaches on the island
Beautiful St Maarten/St Martin boasts over 70km of picturesque coastline which is home to some of the world's finest seascapes, from unspoiled shores to hubs of activity. Reflecting the diversity of the island itself, each of the 37 beaches here is unique and offers settings and activities to suit your needs.
From rocky shore to golden sand, secluded snorkelling caves to busy beach bars, and dramatic vistas of neighbouring islands or landing planes, whether you're opting for one of the many water sports available or for a snooze in the sun, the choice is all yours!
ORIENT BAY (FRENCH SIDE)
Orient Bay is the most popular beach on St. Martin and is well developed for the... More
ANSE MARCEL (FRENCH SIDE)
Located on the north side of St. Martin, Anse Marcel beach is surrounded by resorts... More
BAIE ROUGE - (FRENCH SIDE)
This beach has a great view of Anguilla and offers lounge chairs and snorkelling... More
MAHO BEACH (DUTCH SIDE)
Not exactly a quiet experience… people head to Maho Beach to see the jumbo jets pass overhead. The busiest time is on a Sunday... More
BURGEAUX BAY - (DUTCH SIDE)
Burgeaux Bay is located on the western end of Simpson Bay, which is south of the... More
CORALITA BAY - (FRENCH SIDE)
Perfect if you’re looking for a peaceful hideout, Coralita Beach provides a... More
FRIAR'S BAY - (FRENCH SIDE)
The calm waters here mean that its perfect for families, while the stunning sunset... More
COLE BAY (DUTCH SIDE)
Cole Bay is known mostly for the hotels, villas, shops, casinos and some... More
CUPECOY BAY (DUTCH SIDE)
If you're looking to stay in a luxury apartment, villa or resort during your... More
GENEVE BAY - GUANA BAY (DUTCH SIDE)
Located south of Guana Bay, Geneve Bay is only accessible through a long coastal... More
GREAT BAY - PHILIPSBURG (DUTCH SIDE)
Located close to town, you can combine a trip to the beach with visiting local restaurants, shopping and activities. It’s fun to watch the... More
SIMPSON BAY (DUTCH SIDE)
Simpson Bay Beach is a generally quiet, mile-long curved beach located next to... More
KIM SHA BEACH - (DUTCH SIDE)
A busy beach with plenty of activity to keep you entertained, Kim Sha beach is... More
LE GALION - ORIENT BAY (FRENCH SIDE)
You might hear Le Galion beach being called “Baby Beach” or “Coconut Grove”; all... More
LITTLE BAY - PHILIPSBURG (DUTCH SIDE)
Just around the peninsula from Great Bay, this is a spot which is great for... More
LONG BAY - (FRENCH SIDE)
As the longest stretch of white sandy beach on the island, this beach is... More
MULLET BAY (DUTCH SIDE)
When the conditions are right, this Mullet Bay Beach is a surfer's dream, but is... More
MULLET BAY BEACH - (DUTCH SIDE)
Mullet Bay is a great all round beach which offers family-friendly white sand and... More
NETTLE BAY/BAIE NETTLE (FRENCH SIDE)
Nettle Bay is split into two; Caribbean or Lagoon side. The Caribbean side... More
PELICAN KEY - (DUTCH SIDE)
Pelican Key is highly developed residential and resort area which is close to... More
HAPPY BAY (FRENCH SIDE)
Between Friar’s Bay and the Bay of Grand Case on the Northwest end of the island, Happy Bay beach is quiet, and usually deserted. It’s a... More
PETITES CAYES - (FRENCH SIDE)
While you need to hop on a boat or jet ski to get out to this little uninhabited... More
PINEL ISLAND - (FRENCH SIDE)
A little deserted island off of Orient Beach, you can hop on a small boat or, if... More
PLUM BAY - (FRENCH SIDE)
A relatively rocky spot, this secluded beach is generally only visited by surfers... More
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