Beaches for swimming and a day by the sea in Sint Maarten
From sheltered town sands to a quiet cove and a beach beside the airport runway, these shores offer different ways to spend time by the water.
Sint Maarten’s beaches range from calm, sheltered swimming spots to a compact stretch known for its airport views. These four places pair the water with different settings, including Philipsburg’s boardwalk and the quieter shores of Little Bay and Mullet Bay.
Great Bay Beach
Beach, Philipsburg
Great Bay Beach has calm, sheltered water beside Philipsburg’s palm-lined boardwalk. Cafes, shops and Front Street are steps from the sand.
Little Bay Beach
Beach, Little Bay
Tucked beneath the Fort Amsterdam peninsula, Little Bay is a sheltered cove with calm, clear water and fish around its rocky points. The setting suits a quieter swim and snorkel.
Maho Beach
Beach, Lowlands
Maho Beach is a compact strip beside Princess Juliana International Airport’s runway. Swimming is pleasant on calm days, while arriving jets overhead draw the crowds.
Mullet Bay Beach
Beach, Lowlands
Mullet Bay’s gently shelving water suits swimmers and bodysurfers, and sea-grape trees provide shade. Its broad crescent of sand has a laid-back feel.