Find your perfect property in Sint Maarten

From Philipsburg’s boardwalk to Maho Beach fly‑bys, Sint Maarten blends buzz and bright blue bays.

Beaches, Boutiques & Jets Overhead

Travel Tips

  • Embrace the Local Culture

    Sample snacks at a roadside snèk and join sunset music on Simpson Bay.

  • Respect Nature

    Snorkel Little Bay or paddleboard calm lagoons on the leeward coast.

  • Be Flexible

    Rent a car to explore; US dollars widely accepted alongside the guilder.

  • Support Local Businesses

    Browse artisan markets and book locally owned boat trips to nearby islets.

Though Sint Maarten’s turquoise lagoons embrace Caribbean tides rather than alpine waters, families discover unexpected aquatic sanctuaries where salt ponds mirror flamingo colonies and hidden pools create natural aquariums for three generations to explore together. At Simpson Bay Lagoon, the Caribbean’s largest enclosed body of water, morning calm transforms into watersport paradise where Captain Leo’s electric boat tours ($40/child) navigate through drawbridge openings to spot juvenile tarpon in mangrove nurseries while grandparents photograph megayachts from around the globe. Azure Hotel’s lagoon-view suites ($420/night) provide kayaks for three-generation expeditions through channels where spotted eagle rays glide beneath hulls while toddlers squeal at needle fish jumping across bow waves.

Great Salt Pond behind Philipsburg transforms into flamingo theater when winter rains flood ancient salt pans—forgotten wetlands where pink squadrons perform synchronized feeding ballets. Little Bay Beach Resort’s clifftop condos ($380/night) overlook both pond and sea, their Saturday “Wetland Wonders” walks led by naturalist Melanie teaching children to identify black-necked stilts while teenagers photograph roseate spoonbills against cruise ship backdrops.

At Mullet Bay’s protected lagoon, separated from ocean by mere sand strips, low tide creates toddler-safe pools where hermit crab races entertain while parents snorkel the reef break—liquid boundaries where fresh meets salt in Sint Maarten’s aquatic democracy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to see what Sint Maarten has to offer? Let’s tackle some of the burning questions you might have as you plan your visit!

  • Travel dates: July 15 to July 22, 2024; flexible by +/- 3 days if needed.

  • Budget range: $200 to $400 per night, including taxes and fees, totaling approximately $1,400 to $2,800 for the week.

  • Family members: 4 (2 adults, 2 children); need 2 bedrooms, preferably with a pull-out couch, and child-friendly amenities.

  • Essential amenities: full kitchen, Wi-Fi, pool; nice to have: beachfront access, laundry facilities.

  • Preferred areas: Simpson Bay for nightlife and dining, or Maho Beach for family-friendly activities.

  • Prioritized activities: snorkeling at Maho Beach, visiting Loterie Farm, and exploring Philipsburg; prefer rentals near these attractions.

  • Transportation: plan to rent a car for convenience; look for rentals with parking or close to public transport options.