The 18 places the travel guides we read name most, what they say about each, and fares from your city.
The places, most named first
From the 8 guides that rank for "best beaches in st martin"
Named by 4 of 81. Mullet BayDutch side, Saint Martin / Sint MaartenA crescent-shaped beach next to Maho.Gentle waves and a small reef area on the left for snorkeling.
Named by 4 of 82. Happy BayFrench side, Saint Martin / Sint MaartenQuiet and tucked away, with views and shade.Secluded, and reachable only on foot.
Named by 4 of 83. Baie Longue (Long Bay)French side, Saint Martin / Sint MaartenThe longest beach on the island at 2.4 km.Faces southwest, so sunsets are good; no amenities.
Named by 3 of 84. Orient BayFrench side, Saint Martin / Sint Maarten
It is the second longest beach on the island, at 2 km.
A reef protects the bay, which gives calm, swimmable water.
Named by 3 of 85. Maho BeachDutch side, Saint Martin / Sint MaartenKnown for how close planes pass to the runway of Princess Juliana airport.Jets come in over the sand from around 11am to 3pm.
Named by 3 of 86. Cupecoy BeachDutch side, Saint Martin / Sint MaartenLimestone cliffs and secluded sandy coves.A good spot for sunset.
Named by 3 of 87. Baie RougeFrench side, Saint Martin / Sint MaartenA large north-facing beach that rarely feels crowded.Can be rocky at times, depending on the waves.
Named by 3 of 88. Grand CaseFrench side, Saint Martin / Sint MaartenA white-sand beach in a French fishing village.Calm, but with limited beach space.
Named by 3 of 89. Anse MarcelFrench side, Saint Martin / Sint MaartenA sheltered cove for swimming and stand-up paddleboarding.Calm, protected water and a beachside restaurant.
Named by 2 of 810. Little BayDutch side, Saint Martin / Sint MaartenOne of the best snorkeling spots on the island.Has a sunken submarine and helicopter to see.
Named by 2 of 811. Pinel IslandFrench side, Saint Martin / Sint MaartenA white sand beach with palm trees and clear water.A protected marine reserve islet, five minutes by speed boat.
Named by 2 of 812. Simpson Bay BeachDutch side, Saint Martin / Sint MaartenA busy bay with hotels and beachfront bars.A one-mile beach with calm water that runs beside the airport landing strip.
Named by 2 of 813. Great BayDutch side, Saint Martin / Sint MaartenIn Philipsburg, next to the main cruise ship terminal.Calm water with an easy entry, so it suits families, but it is busy.
Named by 2 of 814. Friar's BayFrench side, Saint Martin / Sint MaartenHas a couple of beach bars and calm water.Known for its full moon parties.
Named by 2 of 815. Le GalleonFrench side, Saint Martin / Sint MaartenA sheltered shallow cove that suits young children.No amenities, and a warning not to leave valuables in the car.
Named by 2 of 816. Plum BayFrench side, Saint Martin / Sint MaartenA west-facing beach on the Terres Basses peninsula.Usually calm and good for children when the beach is sandy.
17. Kim Sha BeachDutch side, Saint Martin / Sint MaartenA hub for water sports and beachside food.Busy, as it is near some of the larger hotels.
18. TintamarreFrench side, Saint Martin / Sint MaartenSnorkeling with wild turtles.Uninhabited, so bring food and water.
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Travel guides most often name December to May as the best time to visit St. Martin.
Named by 4 of 81. Mullet BayA crescent-shaped beach next to Maho.Gentle waves and a small reef area on the left for snorkeling.
Named by 4 of 82. Happy BayQuiet and tucked away, with views and shade.Secluded, and reachable only on foot.
Named by 4 of 83. Baie Longue (Long Bay)The longest beach on the island at 2.4 km.Faces southwest, so sunsets are good; no amenities.
Named by 3 of 84. Orient Bay
