Finding Paradise: Saint Martin Friar’s Bay Travel Guide

Published by SBV on February 12, 2025February 12, 2025

Introduction

In this blog, we will discuss all about Friar’s Bay Beach such as its location, ways to go to the beach, some unique facts that make it different from other attractions in St Maarten, and much more. Travelers can explore this amazing spot on the island after booking a fully furnished vacation villa Sint Maarten for the family or group. Friar’s Bay is located 9.6 km from Princess Juliana Airport and the best time to visit this spot is December to April due to pleasant weather conditions for the travelers. This bay is considered the safest beach for tourists in St Maarten. Spend your day near Friar’s Bay Beach Café which offers delicious meals combining French and Caribbean cuisines.   

Moreover, activities that can be done in the bay are snorkeling, swimming, kayaking, surfing, and so on. Although there is no nightclub on the beach, some famous bars host full moon parties for visitors so that they can spend incredible evenings with their loved ones after staying in beautiful vacation villa rentals Saint Martin with plenty of drinks.

Location of Friar’s Bay

The bay is located on the northeast coast of St Maarten Island. The coordinates of Friar’s Bay are 18°04’02.3″N 63°07’21.9″ W. Travelers will find this bay on the French side of the island. Fort Amsterdam is located 15.3 Km away from the bay.

Ways to go to Friar’s Bay

• By Car: The cost of renting a car in St Maarten is approximately $17 and travelers can enjoy other things after hiring a car on rent. Stop the car wherever you want click pictures and make videos with family or friends.

• By Hailing a Cab: Hail a cab from any place on the island and leave all rest on the driver.  The drivers will drop you at the destination named Friar’s Bay Beach. Usually, the fare of a cab is $8 to $45 and it may change due to the distance.

• By Bus: The price of a bus is $1 to $3 per individual and the final destination is displayed on the front window of the bus. Before entering a bus visitors should ask the driver about the destination.

Facts about Friar’s Bay

Most visitors give 4 out of 5-star reviews to Friar’s Bay Beach due to the calm waves and kid’s friendly beach. Many restrooms are located on the beach for the convenience of the visitors. As discussed above the beach has famous restaurants for delicious food such as Kali’s Beach Bar. Usually, the temperature lies between 20C to 28C which is suitable to perform water-based activities like snorkeling, swimming, kayaking, and so on. The length of the beach is 04.40 Km long.  

Is Friar’s Bay Family Friendly

The island is known for its low crime rates which allow travelers to enjoy their holidays without any hassle and feel safe with their family and friends. Friar’s Bay Beach is considered a safe place to explore by the visitors in St Maarten. It is the most family-friendly beach with multiple family activities on the island.

Conclusion

Therefore, we have discussed all of Friar’s Bay Beach for more safety travelers should book a Sint Maarten vacation villa in gated community during the vacation period. Check out our website and book our villa rentals today. We wish you a happy and safe holiday!