Saint-Martin rentals

Saint Martin is an island of 93 km², located in the Caribbean, specifically north of the Lesser Antilles. It is part of the Leeward Islands or Windward Islands along with Saint Barthélemy, Guadeloupe, and Anguilla, among others. This dream destination in the Caribbean is divided into two areas: in the north, a French territory, and in the south, a Dutch territory (Sint Maarten); and is highly renowned for leisurely stays. Do you wish to discover this paradisiacal island for a family or friends' getaway? Find all the practical information for traveling to Saint Martin and renting a villa in Saint Martin.

How to travel to Saint Martin? 

If you wish to travel to Saint Martin, you can take one of the two airports on the island. In the north of the island (in the French part), in Grand Case, you'll find Grand Case l'Espérance Airport (SFG). It serves regional destinations such as Guadeloupe, Saint Barthélemy, and Martinique. It's a small airport from where you can rent a car to explore the island. The airlines serving this airport are Air Caraïbes and St Barth Commuter.

The second airport - Princess Juliana (SXM) - is located in the southern part of the island in the Dutch territory. This international airport serves more destinations than Grand Case l'Espérance Airport, including flights to Canada (Toronto and Montreal), the United States (Miami, Charlotte, Philadelphia, New York, Boston, Chicago), Europe (Paris, Amsterdam), and many regional Caribbean destinations (Fort de France, Pointe à Pitre, San Juan, Curaçao, Anguilla, Saint Kitts, Saint Eustache, Santo Domingo, Saint Barth, Saba...).

It is also possible to travel to Saint Martin by taking a ferry from Anguilla and Saint Barthélemy. You can reach the town of Marigot in Saint Martin from the port of Gustavia in Saint Barthélemy. The crossing takes about 30 minutes. Several companies operate round trips such as Direct Ferrie or Voyager.

From Anguilla, it is also possible to access Saint Martin by boat, either with the public ferry (around $20) or via private companies such as GB Express or Calypso. The price is higher when using a private provider ($60). The journey takes about 45 minutes.

Where to stay in Saint Martin?

 Opt for villa rentals for your stay in Saint Martin! In the French part, the most popular municipalities for renting a villa in Saint Martin are: Terres Basses, Marigot, and Orient Bay. In the Dutch part, you'll find magnificent luxury villas in Cupecoy, Indigo Bay, or Dawn Beach.

Since the island's area is approximately 90km², it's entirely possible to tour the island in a day. Also, on longer stays, it's not necessary to rent two villas in different locations. For the most relaxing stay, opt for renting a single vacation rental in Saint Martin for your entire stay and easily explore the island by renting a car.

For a stay combining luxury and tranquility, choose Villa Bahia Blue. This magnificent luxury vacation rental in Saint Martin features four bedrooms, two pools, a Jacuzzi, and is just a 5-minute walk from the beautiful Baie Rouge beach.

What to do in Saint Martin?

 Saint Martin is nicknamed the "friendly island"! It's an ideal island for a leisurely stay. With its numerous white sandy beaches, you can easily discover a new beach every day! In our top list of the most beautiful beaches in Saint Martin, you'll find Baie Rouge beach in Terres Basses, Anse Marcel beach at the extreme north, Maho Beach for the spectacle offered by planes passing just overhead, Orient Bay, a long stretch of white sand bordered by crystal-clear waters where you can enjoy various water sports, and Indigo Bay, a peaceful, less crowded cove.

Many beaches offer sunbed and parasol rental services and are generally lined with restaurants or bars. Snorkeling, jet skiing, diving, paddleboarding, and kayaking; water activities abound in Saint Martin. Day trips to Saint Barthélemy or Anguilla are possible by sea from Marigot.

While Saint Martin is renowned for its white sandy beaches bordered by crystal-clear waters, in the center of the island lies a true green paradise. So don't miss the Pic Paradis hike, the island's highest point at 424m. This superb 3-hour hike from the base of the peak offers an incredible view from its summit over the entire island. At its foot lies Loterie Farm, a place with a paradisiacal setting offering a ropes course, pools, children's games, zip-lining, a restaurant, and a bar. This place is ideal for families, friends, or couples alike. For added comfort, you can rent cabins and sunbeds.

And even in case of rain, Saint Martin is an island that offers beautiful alternatives to the beach. In Orient Bay, the Chapelle theater offers shows (in French). In Marigot or Philipsburg, shopping enthusiasts will find what they're looking for. In the Dutch part, you'll find several casinos unless you prefer to visit the Topper distillery in Colebay.