The Island of 37 Beaches

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Discover the beaches of the "Friendly island"

With more than 70 kilometers of coastline, Saint-Martin/Sint Maarten is a beautiful island, set like a paradise backdrop between the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. From wild and peaceful beaches to more lively and touristic ones, each one stands out for its uniqueness and showcases the diversity and richness of the island. These 37 beaches are like pearls that are among the most renowned in the Caribbean. Want personalized beach recommendations? Reach out to us for insider tips.

baie longue / Long Bay

Located in the heart of the Lowlands to the west of the island, Baie Longue beach is the first beach in the French part when heading north. It is one of the largest beaches stretching from the La Samanna hotel to the Pointe des Canonniers, offering a calm and relaxing atmosphere surrounded by the gentle sound of waves.

Baie Aux Prunes / Plum Bay

Always in the Lowlands, Plum Bay, or "Baie aux Prunes", is a secluded beach with clear waters that invite tranquility. The golden sand blends into the shades of blue of the sea. Activities vary depending on the sea conditions: exploring the marine life during calm weather, surfing during rough conditions.

Baie Rouge / Red bay

Named for its light sand color, Baie Rouge is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful beaches in Saint Martin and one of the most popular. An animated and pleasant beach, it is not crowded due to its large size and the space it offers. Easily accessible at the entrance of Terres Basses, it has a parking lot.

Petite Baie

The Petite Baie beach is rarely crowded and offers a clear view of Marigot Bay. The Trou David, a natural cavity 24 meters deep, is a stunning site located between Baie Rouge and Pointe du Bluff.

baie nettle / Nettle bay

On the sea side, Nettle Bay features a long stretch of sand lined with hotel complexes. The beach is quiet but pleasant thanks to the trade winds. On the lagoon side, lovely beaches shaded by coconut trees border Simpson Bay Lagoon. Activities such as wakeboarding and jet skiing are offered there.

Grand Îlet

In the heart of Simpson Bay Lagoon, Grand Îlet has a beautiful small beach, only accessible by boat, which is ideal for a picnic.

Galisbay

< p > Overlooked by Fort Louis, the Gallows Bay or Galisbay Beach forms the northern part of Marigot Bay. A small family beach, it is very popular with locals on weekends and holidays.

La plage des amoureux / Lover's beach

Nestled in the rocky coast of Pointe Arago, it is the smallest beach in Saint-Martin and can only accommodate two people at a time, hence its name! Difficult to find on the Path of the Customs Officers, the Lovers' Beach is well worth it.

Anse des pères / Friar's Bay

Located in the northwest part of the island, Friar's Bay is a beautiful family-friendly beach formed by a stunning cove well protected from the swells. Its reputation is built by two quality beach restaurants, Friar's Bay Beach Café and Kali's Beach Bar, offering high-quality Creole cuisine.

Happy Bay

Genuine paradise setting, Happy Bay beach is accessible after a ten-minute walk. It is one of the most beautiful beaches on the island, wild and authentic. With some shade thanks to its vegetation, it's the perfect spot for a picnic and for events like the SXM Festival and Holi.

Grand case

In the heart of the picturesque fishing village, Grand Case Bay boasts a long beach, at the foot of renowned gourmet restaurants and famous traditional small restaurants, called "Lolos." A protected bay from the swell, the sea is calm and the water is clear.

Petite plage

Facing the Creole Rock, Petite Plage is the northern extension of the Grand Case Bay. Partly occupied by the Sunset Café restaurant, it also offers a pristine space. The water is turquoise and calm, and the crowd is often sparse. Diving and snorkeling enthusiasts can explore the famous Creole Rock, located less than 1 km from Petite Plage.

Anse Marcel

Located at the end of the beautiful Port Lonvilliers site, on the northern part of the island, Anse Marcel Beach is a stunning protected beach, surrounded by a renowned gourmet restaurant and hotels on the site. The bay is secluded, providing calm waters where swimming and snorkeling enthusiasts can spot sea turtles.

Petites Cayes

To access Petites Cayes, a walk of about 1/2 hour is required from Anse Marcel. You will then discover a superb beach that remains wild and mostly deserted. Ideal for nature lovers, it is also popular with surfers when there are waves.

Grandes Cayes

Grandes Cayes is a site where families from Saint Martin gather for barbecues on special occasions. A large wild beach facing the islet of Tintamarre, it is a stunning diving spot on the coral reef.

Tintamarre / Flat Island

Hidden gem in the ocean, Tintamarre Islet is a peaceful oasis located 4 km northeast of Saint Martin. Part of the Nature Reserve, this nearly 100-hectare island features remnants of a runway, a small railway, and a cotton plantation. Baie Blanche Beach, facing west, is perfect for a relaxing swim, while a wilder beach to the east serves as a nursery for various fish species.

Îlet pinel / Pinel island

The Pinel Islet is a small paradise island near the East coast of Saint Martin. Accessible by boat, kayak, or paddleboard from Cul-de-Sac. Two magnificent beaches: one sheltered with crystal clear water and white sand, where two restaurants are located and ideal for snorkeling. The other wild and rocky beach, a 10-minute walk away. According to legend, the island is named after the buccaneer Pinel who took refuge there after being driven from Saba island.

Baie orientale / Orient Bay

Dubbed "The Saint-Tropez of the Caribbean," Orient Bay Beach, located in the northeast part of the island, is one of the largest beaches on the island and one of the most popular. It offers a full range of tourist facilities: beachfront restaurants, hotels, shops, water sports. At the western end of Orient Bay Beach is the naturist beach.

Caye verte /Green Cay

A few hundred meters from the bustling beaches of Baie Orientale, the small islet of Green Cay offers a deserted site for solitude seekers. Snorkeling is ideal here.

Le Galion

The Galion Bay is a popular family beach, renowned for its unique and preserved natural beauty, undoubtedly one of the wildest beaches on the island. Sheltered from the waves by a large coral barrier, swimmers appreciate its shallow waters. Offshore, surfers and windsurfers enjoy the waves that form on the shallow reefs. The Galion is also a favorite spot for local communities during religious and popular celebrations.

Baie de l'Embouchure/ Coconut Grove

To the south of Galion Bay, the Atlantic Ocean connects with the mangrove where many bird species nest. With the tides, water enters the mangrove through a natural estuary of pristine sand. A secluded beach lined with translucent waters that delights couples seeking intimacy.

Baie Lucas

Located in Oyster Pond, this last beach on the French side before crossing the Dutch border is highly appreciated by snorkeling enthusiasts. However, it remains sparsely populated as it is very exposed to the Atlantic swell and east wind.

Dawn Beach

Beautiful sandy beach with coconut palm trees near the Oyster Pond marina. This secluded beach has maintained its natural beauty, with hotels now surrounding its tranquil shores.

Guana Bay

Very uncrowded, Guana Bay is a beautiful beach that has remained wild, facing the island of Saint-Barthélemy. It is highly popular among water sports enthusiasts who come to challenge the waves that form along the shore. Caution: the current is strong in depth.

Geneve Bay

A one-hour walk along a pleasant coastal trail from Guana Bay, Geneva Bay is a wild and rocky beach, well sheltered from the Atlantic waves. A few meters further, leaving the trail, you can access stunning natural seawater pools.

Great bay

The Great Bay Beach is located in the heart of Philipsburg, on the south of the island, and is lined with bars and restaurants along the main street, Front Street. It is equipped with a boardwalk that runs along a large part of its length, lined with sunbeds and water activity huts. At its end, the setting is spectacular with cruise ships in port.

Little bay

The beach of Little Bay, to the south, is separated from Great Bay by the peninsula dominated by Fort Amsterdam. It is thus well protected. Bordered by hotel complexes on one side and wild on the other, it offers calm and translucent water.

Cay Bay

The lovely little beach of Cay Bay is rarely crowded. It is highly valued by hikers, horseback riders, and mountain bikers. It also harbors very beautiful underwater landscapes.

Pelican Cay

Pelican Cay is a very pleasant small beach in front of the hotels, facing Simpson Bay, in the southwest part of the island.

Simpson Bay

Along the runway of Princess Juliana International Airport and the picturesque fishing village of Simpson Bay, the beach features a long stretch of unspoiled, fine sand that extends to the base of the Pointe Burgeaux cliffs.

Burgeaux bay

Just after the long Simpson Bay Beach and Pointe Burgeaux, Burgeaux Beach is a small rocky beach, formed by a cove. Many shells and sea urchins are present. It is a beach highly appreciated by surfers on days of swell.

Maho Beach

Maho Beach has become famous for its unique location in the world, right at the end of Juliana Airport's runway. It is a real attraction during landings and take-offs of the planes. The show is always on point... However, be careful not to spread your towel in the runway axis, caught in the engines' thrust.

Mullet Bay

This beautiful sandy beach is located along the golf course. Mullet Bay is a very popular beach, frequented by both tourists and locals. When the north swell comes in, it becomes a magnificent spot for surfers.

Cupecoy

The beaches of Cupecoy are the last beaches on the Dutch side before crossing the border and heading north to the French side. At the foot of stunning ocher-colored cliffs, a multitude of small beaches and coves follow one after the other. Peace reigns here and the sunsets are absolutely stunning.

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