Philipsburg beach

[trixie54]

Several years ago my DD & I had a blast at this little beach, right "behind" Philipsburg. We rented loungers with umbrellas, floaties, & spent a great day just sunning, floating, eating, & laughing. We'll be returning to St. Martin next Feb. on Oasis, & I'm wondering if anyone has been to this beach recently? We've been all over the island, to most of the beaches, & this time we want to stay near the ship, as my DGD (darling granddaughter) will be with us.

Thanks!

[Aplmac]

Didn't spend any time on the beach

but did take a few pics as we headed back to the ship via Water Taxi

 

 

 

 

- and it's still there waiting on you! :)

 

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[trixie54]

That's just how I remember it - thank you so much! Now I can't wait...

[Cruising Bill]

How does the rental of chairs/umbrellas work? Is it controlled by the adjacent hotel, or someone else? Are additional services like drinks, lunch available? Thanks for any info!

[trixie54]

Some cafes have chair/umbrella vendors - if you just stop along the beach almost anywhere, one will approach you. There are numerous little bars/cafes along the beach - we had very good grilled food at a couple - & you can take drinks, beer onto the beach. Some even had little restrooms - kinda nasty, but hey, they let us use them. We rented floaties & jet skis. We felt safe & happy the whole time.

[The Big Booper]

There is a free public restroom right alongside the main water taxi pier, stays open til 6 PM.

[collegecruiser346]

Thats a very convenient beach as its right near the ship and the boardwalk area. There are several nice restaurants and cafe's right behind the beach. My favorite being "Islan Flava" Their conch fritters are excellent. They also have buckets of beer that you can take right on the beach.

[rianvi]

We were there this past Feb. and had a great day. We rented chairs and umbrellas and we were permitted to use a nearby restroom. You just asked for the key. The guys rented jetskis and my friend had her hair braided. Plan to go back next Feb.

 

Anna:)

[WendyVF]

How do you get to this beach? Looks perfect and convenient!

[138east]

Look at the picture on this thread. http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=977525&page=6. The beach (the one pictured above) is on the left and you can see where the ship is. You can walk, take a cab or the water taxi ($6 rt).

[jimbo5544]

It is a pretty short walk. I would feel I was getting ripped off taking a cab, unless there is a medical reason to do so. Under 10 minutes to walk it. Great beach with lots to do.