moran4carnival Posted August 15, 2017 #1 Share Posted August 15, 2017 We are trying to figure out what to do in St. Maarten. We have never been to this island. Is there a beach near the port? What would be the best beach (don't want the beach with the planes landing) Any ideas would be great. Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charliesmitheringale Posted August 15, 2017 #2 Share Posted August 15, 2017 Brilliant for tax free shopping, from the cruise ship docking area you can walk to St. marten or get the ferry very short trip 10 mins, great stretch of beach, plenty of bars. Trip advisor scores the popular beaches Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OceansOfTravels Posted August 16, 2017 #3 Share Posted August 16, 2017 Yes, Great Bay Beach is right off of the Boardwalk in Phillipsburg, so it should be about a 10-20 minute walk or a short water taxi (I cannot remember the fare price, you will have to ask around here, but it takes you right from the ship across the bay to downtown Phillipsburg). You could always lay out your towel from the ship in the sand, or last week I saw a deal through the Holland House Beach Hotel where they were chargin $25 total for two beach chairs, an umbrella, free wifi, free access to their bathrooms and freshwater showers, and a certain amount of drinks (I can't remember if it was 2 or 4), so this is a great deal you may want to consider, and it is not too far from the ship like you asked! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charliesmitheringale Posted August 16, 2017 #4 Share Posted August 16, 2017 Holland House is lovely great Champagne bar as well Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funcky Posted August 16, 2017 #5 Share Posted August 16, 2017 It is call Great Bay. We went here on our last cruise a few years back. It is a beautiful beach with our ship in background. Want to do it again but see posting on here regarding pollution. Some of post said if it been raining lately then it could be a problem with runoff. Good lucks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moran4carnival Posted August 16, 2017 Author #6 Share Posted August 16, 2017 Thank you for the input. I will do some research on the beaches. Just want to make sure we pick the best/right one ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karysa Posted August 17, 2017 #7 Share Posted August 17, 2017 Thank you for the input. I will do some research on the beaches. Just want to make sure we pick the best/right one ;) Great Bay what's the Pollution like now would be a good thread for you to search for then. Little Bay is the closest beach to the port that we will swim at. It's about a 10 minute, $10 taxi ride for 2 and has facilities such as chairs, umbrellas and fresh water showers and food, drinks, restrooms and water sport rentals and a taxi stand. The water is clean to swim in and the view is lovely. The downfall here to me is the sand to me as it is often quite pushed down and not as soft, white or powdery as I like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiss Posted August 24, 2017 #8 Share Posted August 24, 2017 How do you book a day at Holland House? I looked at their website and only see reservations for room. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charliesmitheringale Posted August 24, 2017 #9 Share Posted August 24, 2017 You turn up pay your money ps get there early Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NiikilovesSXM Posted February 22 #10 Share Posted February 22 You IMG_4744.mov Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PORT ROYAL Posted February 22 #11 Share Posted February 22 (edited) On 8/15/2017 at 7:22 PM, moran4carnival said: We are trying to figure out what to do in St. Maarten. We have never been to this island. Is there a beach near the port? What would be the best beach (don't want the beach with the planes landing) Any ideas would be great. Thank you IMHO the best beach is COCO. Great ambiance, peaceful, excellent food/drinks, comfortable beds and genteel clientele. Link - https://www.cocobeach.restaurant - Gallery - https://www.cocobeach.restaurant/gallery Pass on Great Bay as it’s far too busy. The masses find it attractive, because it can be walked (or ferry or low shared taxi fare) from ship. Edited February 22 by PORT ROYAL Links Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NiikilovesSXM Posted February 22 #12 Share Posted February 22 Actually, you can see on live webcam how quiet Great Bay Beach is, and why as I mentioned above you shouldn't miss it and follow the crowds in traffic to other beaches.. Cruise responsibly! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PORT ROYAL Posted February 22 #13 Share Posted February 22 26 minutes ago, NiikilovesSXM said: Actually, you can see on live webcam how quiet Great Bay Beach is, and why as I mentioned above you shouldn't miss it and follow the crowds in traffic to other beaches.. Cruise responsibly! To assist… Crowds and the masses do not frequent COCO 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derbie Posted May 17 #14 Share Posted May 17 On 2/22/2024 at 11:26 AM, PORT ROYAL said: IMHO the best beach is COCO. Great ambiance, peaceful, excellent food/drinks, comfortable beds and genteel clientele. Link - https://www.cocobeach.restaurant - Gallery - https://www.cocobeach.restaurant/gallery Pass on Great Bay as it’s far too busy. The masses find it attractive, because it can be walked (or ferry or low shared taxi fare) from ship. I quickly reviewed the website, so I have a quick question for you. Is there a day cost for the chairs, if you are having lunch? I did note beach service listed, but no pricing. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PORT ROYAL Posted May 17 #15 Share Posted May 17 14 minutes ago, Derbie said: I quickly reviewed the website, so I have a quick question for you. Is there a day cost for the chairs, if you are having lunch? I did note beach service listed, but no pricing. Thanks. Menu and prices - https://www.cocobeach.restaurant/menu/lunch But, subject to ingredients being available, one can go “off Menu” Last visit, beds (think) were $20/25 per set up - 2 + shade Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PORT ROYAL Posted May 17 #16 Share Posted May 17 50 minutes ago, Derbie said: I quickly reviewed the website, so I have a quick question for you. Is there a day cost for the chairs, if you are having lunch? I did note beach service listed, but no pricing. Thanks. Addition - Drinks - https://irp.cdn-website.com/bb8d38fe/files/uploaded/Menu drinks.pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NiikilovesSXM Posted May 17 #17 Share Posted May 17 On 8/15/2017 at 2:22 PM, moran4carnival said: We are trying to figure out what to do in St. Maarten. We have never been to this island. Is there a beach near the port? What would be the best beach (don't want the beach with the planes landing) Any ideas would be great. Thank you Great Bay Beach is lovely, calm waters, plenty of dining, beach chairs, shopping and relaxation. Try Lizzy's for $10 a chair you get 2 rum punch with musical entertainment. They have food or you can get delicious BBQ next door. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PORT ROYAL Posted May 17 #18 Share Posted May 17 GREAT BAY……… OR…….. COCO? - Decisions, decisions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derbie Posted May 17 #19 Share Posted May 17 Many thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mac9624 Posted June 3 #20 Share Posted June 3 Big Bastards at Great Bay Beach. Different packages available. We got all-inclusive drinks, 2 chairs and umbrella, wi-fi, bathrooms and a server to bring you F&B. was like $89 ++ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NHNEV2003 Posted June 19 #21 Share Posted June 19 On 6/2/2024 at 11:22 PM, Mac9624 said: Big Bastards at Great Bay Beach. Different packages available. We got all-inclusive drinks, 2 chairs and umbrella, wi-fi, bathrooms and a server to bring you F&B. was like $89 ++ We just did Big Bastards on our recent Carnival Magic cruise. VIP package-2 chairs, umbrella, server, unlimited drinks, front row. Well worth the $$. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare nydney1 Posted June 23 #22 Share Posted June 23 We just got back a few weeks ago, there are multiple places to rent chairs. I paid $50 for 4 chairs and 2 umbrellas in the front row. He had originally wanted $50 for 2 and when I walked away he came down. i think I still overpaid based on the other signs I saw after the fact, it was still a great day. Here are a few other signs I saw. The first two were if you turned right off the shuttle, the cheapest was if you turned left and walked about 100 yards 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reddgrits Posted June 27 #23 Share Posted June 27 Thanks for these pictures! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PORT ROYAL Posted June 27 #24 Share Posted June 27 1 hour ago, reddgrits said: Thanks for these pictures! No problem…. Trust they assisted to show the differences between Great Bay and Coco. Know one’s party will enjoy the ambience, plus excellent food/drinks and service at COCO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeblack1 Posted August 13 #25 Share Posted August 13 about Coco Beach - is it clothing optional? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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