You'll find there are some advantages to visiting a beach that's a long way from the nearest major city, like being able to enjoy the scenery without the"scene" and Mullet Bay Beach offers just those advantages.

The shores of the white sand Mullet Bay Beach are lined with lush majestic palm trees, which provide natural shade from the sultry island sun for beachgoers.

While St. Martin offers some more secluded beaches that Mullet Bay Beach the combination of natural setting, personality and other features offered at this location could be just what you are seeking.

You may find that beaches throughout St. Martin are usually fairly quiet, but Mullet Bay Beach stands out as a pleasant exception to this rule. Of course, this spot isn't one many would call metropolitan it isn't travelers making a stop at this beach can enjoy a relaxing stay without missing the chance to people watch.

For some visitors the amenities and attractions at or around a beach are important. Others feel that getting the chance to spend a day in the sun and experience seclusion is the best part of the beach. With so many beaches to enjoy St. Martin has plenty to choose from, and you may decide that Mullet Bay Beach is precisely the type of beach you most enjoy.

Location

You'll find this beach located on the western coast of St. Martin. It is located 0.3 miles from the Maho Beach Hotel & Casino. Mullet Bay Beach is close to Koolbaai, so a trip into town is a convenient option.

Nearby Hotels

The number of other guests enjoying the beach can vary widely, depending upon when you visit. So if you're thinking it would be nice to stay near here you shouldn't have much difficulty.

A list of nearby hotels is included in the following table.

Amenities and Ambience

Mullet Bay Beach One of the best beaches on St. Maarten for swimming because of the excellent conditions of the crystalline waters. This beach also features oceanfront facilities including watersports rental equipment like beach chairs and umbrellas. You can even get cold drinks and BBQ, available from local vendors.

The number of people at the beach is affected by the time of year, time of day, and many other factors. A few of St. Martin's beaches may hardly ever be crowded, while others are frequently crowded especially during the high season. An important thing to remember when considering a day at the beach might be, at least for some vacationers, the crowds you'll meet. While some prefer a crowded beach filled with people and activity, many would prefer to just relax in a quiet area.

Like many places in St. Martin this beach has a distinctive personality which will appeal to some visitors more than others. The special qualities of this beach are rather different from what is offered at the other beaches in St. Martin. At one time Mullet Bay Beach was the most populous beach on the island, but when St. Maarten's main resort closed the crowds thinned out. The beach is still popular, and the weekdays are the best times to visit. On the weekends locals flock to these shores.

Attractions

While visiting this beach vacationers will have easy access to several noteworthy natural attractions, including Proselyte Reef which you'll find 5.6 miles to the southeast of Mullet Bay Beach.

Historical attractions like Fort Amsterdam offer a wonderful complement to the scenery of Mullet Bay Beach, allowing vacationers to learn more about St. Martin without having to venture too far from the coast.

If you're looking for plenty of activities for your vacation, you won't be far from the items in the following table when you're at this beach.

Food

If you start feeling hungry while on the beach, not to worry, you'll have some great choices without going too far.

Nearby eateries are shown below.

There are many wonderful dining experiences that vacationers can enjoy in St. Martin, but a meal on the beach can be exceptionally nice. Your hotel may be happy to pack a picnic lunch for you, or you can obtain picnic supplies on your way to the beach.

Other Beaches

Travelers searching for the perfect beach will find more than just Mullet Bay Beach in St. Martin. You might also enjoy a visit to Dawn Beach, located 7.5 miles to the northeast. Visit Dawn Beach on St. Martin to witness some of the most gorgeous sunrises you can imagine.

If you're on the lookout for more active and social, you might like Cupecoy Bay Beach. It's found 0.6 miles to the west.

Another beach to consider is Maho Bay Beach; it is located 0.7 miles from Mullet Bay Beach. For plenty of fun in the sun, great swimming action, and fruity island drinks visit Maho Beach on St. Maarten.

Mullet Bay Beach might not make your top beaches list, but if you don't want to visit this beach, you'll find plenty of other choices in St. Martin.