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Long beach is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 4th place out of 40 beaches in the Country of Sint Maarten region The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a long lasting coastline 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.
Long beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets, sea pool. 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, sea kayaking.
Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
8 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Mullet Bay beach, which has a rating of 8.7.
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+26
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+26
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+27
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Beach overall scores
Long beach is located in Country of Sint Maarten within Simpson Bay, 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.Martin 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.
User reviews
"The beach is very peaceful and tranquil, with the added bonus of having golden, fine sand."
Ren Akurawak
"Sint Maarten boasts a beautiful beach with golden, fine sand that is both long and uncrowded."
Ven Dusolé
User reviews
"The beach is very peaceful and tranquil, with the added bonus of having golden, fine sand."
Ren Akurawak
"Sint Maarten boasts a beautiful beach with golden, fine sand that is both long and uncrowded."
Ven Dusolé
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18.9km
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Simpson Bay
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19.3km from center
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20.1km from center
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Simpson Bay 2.5 km
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Simpson Bay 4.5 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access
Simpson Bay 6.2 km
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Simpson Bay 4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Simpson Bay 3.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Simpson Bay 4.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Simpson Bay 2.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Simpson Bay 0.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Simpson Bay 1.1 km
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Simpson Bay 0.8 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Lower Prince's Quarter 5.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Lower Prince's Quarter 6.1 km
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 Long beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Long 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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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Long beach?
The Long 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 Long beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Long beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Activities available on the ground:
- Beach volleyball
Is the Long 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.
Long beach is partially protected from waves.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Long beach for swimming is very positive.
Is the Long 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 Long 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 Long beach?
Long beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Long beach?
The bar is located right on the Long beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Dany's Beach Bar is the closest place located 1000 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Long beach?
There are 365 places to stay in the Long beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Long beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Long beach from parking?
The Long 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 Long beach?
There are 2 attractions near Long beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are David's Hole located in 3 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Long beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Long 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?
Long beach (St.Martin island) 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.
Simpson Bay, check other popular beaches
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water
Dawn Beach 4.7 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Lower Prince's Quarter 7.1 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Dawn Beach 26.6 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Dawn Beach 27.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Dawn Beach 24.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Philipsburg 0.7 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Lower Prince's Quarter 6.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Dawn Beach 27.3 km
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Philipsburg 1.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Dawn Beach 20.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Dawn Beach 3.5 km
