Photo of Saint-Jean beach with bright fine sand surface

Photo of Saint-Jean beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Saint-Jean beach with spacious bay

Photo of Saint-Jean beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Saint-Jean beach amenities area

Photo of Saint-Jean beach and the settlement

Photo of Saint-Jean beach surrounded by mountains

Photo of Saint-Jean beach backed by cliffs

9.4

Excellent

Saint-Jean beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Saint-Jean beach?

The bar is located right on the Saint-Jean beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.La Plage - Tom Beach is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

#1 out of 40 in Dawn Beach

9.4

Excellent

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright fine sand Fine sand bottom Beach activities rent Good for Sup surfing

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Located within the settlement

Dawn Beach • 24.6 km

Map of beach

Bar Sand Bar

60m

Restaurant La Plage - Tom Beach

9 - Excellent 60m

Mediterranean Restaurant La Guérite Beach - St Barth

8.8 - Excellent 60m

Restaurant Eden Rock - St Barths

9.4 - Excellent 70m

Restaurant Gyp Sea Beach Club - St Barth

8.6 - Excellent 70m

Restaurant Le Piment

8.8 - Excellent 240m

Restaurant Le Papillon Ivre

9.6 - Exceptional 260m

Bar Kaz'a Pizza

320m

Bar Le Glacier de Saint-Barth

8.4 - Very good 340m

Hiking Area St Barthelemy antilles

2.7km

Park Saint Barthelemy Natural Reserve

3.6km

Supermarket U Express

610m

Supermarket Super U

910m

Supermarket Mono Shop

2.2km

Tourist Attraction Gustavia Lighthouse

1.2km

Tourist Attraction Spirit of St Barth

1.5km

Tourist Attraction Fort Karl

8.8 - Excellent 1.6km

Tourist Attraction Saint barthelemy

2 - Very poor 1.6km

Tourist Attraction Piscines Naturelles Grand Fond

3.2km

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About

Saint-Jean beach is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 1th place out of 40 beaches in the Country of Sint Maarten region The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, seniors etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Saint-Jean beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets, sea pool. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing, sea kayaking. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

11 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is St Barth beach, which has a rating of 8.7.

Saint-Jean beach is located in Country of Sint Maarten within Dawn Beach, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the coast of the St. Barthelemy island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+28 ^o C +27 ^o C

Air temperature

7.9 M/S

Wind

+28 ^o C

Water temperature

1.6 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Dawn Beach • 24.6 km

Map of beach

Bar Sand Bar

60m

Restaurant La Plage - Tom Beach

9 - Excellent 60m

Mediterranean Restaurant La Guérite Beach - St Barth

8.8 - Excellent 60m

Restaurant Eden Rock - St Barths

9.4 - Excellent 70m

Restaurant Gyp Sea Beach Club - St Barth

8.6 - Excellent 70m

Restaurant Le Piment

8.8 - Excellent 240m

Restaurant Le Papillon Ivre

9.6 - Exceptional 260m

Bar Kaz'a Pizza

320m

Bar Le Glacier de Saint-Barth

8.4 - Very good 340m

Hiking Area St Barthelemy antilles

2.7km

Park Saint Barthelemy Natural Reserve

3.6km

Supermarket U Express

610m

Supermarket Super U

910m

Supermarket Mono Shop

2.2km

Tourist Attraction Gustavia Lighthouse

1.2km

Tourist Attraction Spirit of St Barth

1.5km

Tourist Attraction Fort Karl

8.8 - Excellent 1.6km

Tourist Attraction Saint barthelemy

2 - Very poor 1.6km

Tourist Attraction Piscines Naturelles Grand Fond

3.2km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)

What to do in Saint-Jean beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

If you like outdoor activities, the Saint-Jean beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Saint-Jean beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Saint-Jean beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.

In most cases, the question What to do on Saint-Jean beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.

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Gouverneur beach Gouverneur beach

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Plage de Saline Plage de Saline

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Marigot beach Marigot beach

7.6 Very good

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Grand Fond bay beach Grand Fond bay beach

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Colombier beach Colombier beach

7.9 Very good

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Grand Cul-de-Sac Grand Cul-de-Sac

7.8 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Dawn Beach • 24.6km

Transport

Airport

SBH • 460m

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

9.4 Excellent

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Average Reviews rating

9.4 Excellent

Sylva Nivus

10 Exceptional

I have had the pleasure of visiting one of the most exquisite beaches, and it left me in awe. The addition of an airport nearby was an unexpected but pleasant surprise, adding to the overall charm of the location.

March 2023

Rylan Harlowe

10 Exceptional

What an amazing beach! Our entire family had a wonderful day here. The sand can be a tad coarse until you take a dip in the stunning water, which is absolutely breathtaking.

March 2023

Nina Santoro

6 Pleasant

Such a romantic place.. Beatiful beach."

March 2023

Lila Hendricks

10 Exceptional

Beautiful beach"

March 2023

Nathan Greyson

10 Exceptional

The beach is a breathtaking sight with its pristine white sand and crystal-clear turquoise water. It's a remarkable experience to see small aircraft descend unbelievably close to Gustaf Airport. The beach is an enjoyable destination with plenty of activities to indulge in.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Saint-Jean beach?

The Saint-Jean beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Saint-Jean beach?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Saint-Jean beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Saint-Jean beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Kite and windsurfing
Sup surfing (Sup touring)

Is the Saint-Jean beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Saint-Jean beach is partially protected from waves.

There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Saint-Jean beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Saint-Jean beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

What are the key audiences of Saint-Jean beach?

Saint-Jean beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Senior people

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Saint-Jean beach?

The bar is located right on the Saint-Jean beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.La Plage - Tom Beach is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

How far is the Saint-Jean beach from parking?

The Saint-Jean beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Saint-Jean beach?

There are 4 attractions near Saint-Jean beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Gustavia Lighthouse located in 1.3 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Saint-Jean beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Saint-Jean beach is September. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 26°C and water 26°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Saint-Jean beach (Country of Sint Maarten) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.