It's easy to hype up the fantastic beaches of Sint Maarten - Saint Martin. But let's create a reverse list: What are the worst beaches of our Caribbean island? These kinds of lists are totally subjective, and this is why your comments are encouraged. For the sake of keeping close to the topic: we are eager to hear which beaches you didn't find attractive, and also, where our assessment doesn't agree with yours.
Sandy Ground - Nettle Bay
This region features two beaches: on the lagoon side of the narrow strip of land that makes up Nettle Bay, the shores are very attractive. However, the ocean side is not suitable for swimming. At first glance, the beach appears inviting with its white sand, but upon closer inspection, you will discover that swimming is impossible. A rocky reef with sharp stones begins at the water's edge and keeps the depth to about thirty centimeters (approximately one foot). This reef extends all the way to Marigot, reaching as far as Le Beach Hotel, which gives a misleading impression due to its name.
Galis Bay, across Le Grand St Martin
The beach at the outer edge of Marigot is unappealing and lacks beauty.
Little Bay
Little Bay Beach is home to two excellent accommodation options: the Little Divi Resort and the Belair Beach Hotel. However, the beach itself falls short of St. Maarten's high standards. The sand is gray and coarse, making it less appealing visually.
Pelican Key
The sand is white, and the water is beautiful and clear. However, the resorts along this beach showcase unimaginative, utilitarian architecture, likely taken from the blueprints of a provincial airport hotel. This beach feels sterile and lacks the vibrant atmosphere that St. Maarten is renowned for.
Kimsha Beach
Kimsha is located in the heart of the Simpson Bay entertainment district. While it may look appealing, I wouldn’t allow my dogs to swim in this water. There is a circular current in this area that brings in debris and contaminants from the lagoon, which connects to this beach through the yacht channel.
Maho Beach
Finding Maho Beach on this list may come as a surprise to SXM fans. However, we are discussing beaches in this article, which are not thrilling experiences (brought on by landing and starting airplanes, as this beach is at the end of the runway of St. Maarten's International Airport). Unfortunately, Maho Beach is not the best choice. Often, there is no sand, just rocks, and at times, the surf can be quite dangerous. Additionally, on cruise ship days, the beach becomes so crowded that you’re lucky to find even a small spot for your beach towel.
