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Maho Bay beach is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 3th place out of 76 beaches in the United States Virgin Islands region The beach is located in an urban area with very picturesque views, among the mountains. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
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 etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Maho Bay beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, toilets. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, snorkeling, sup-surfing, sea kayaking.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
14 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Trunk Bay, which has a rating of 8.7.
Maho Bay beach is located in United States Virgin Islands within Coral Bay, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the coast of the St.John 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.
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Coral Bay 4.4 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Cruz Bay 4.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Cruz Bay 3.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Cruz Bay 3.2 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Cruz Bay 2.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Cruz Bay 2.2 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Cruz Bay 2.1 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Cruz Bay 2.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Cruz Bay 1.1 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Cruz Bay 0.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Cruz Bay 1.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Pockwood Pond 4.7 km
What to do in Maho Bay beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Maho Bay 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!
When it comes to what to do in Maho Bay beach, it's impossible not to mention an insanely popular activity: snorkeling. The coastal waters of the region are full of interesting views, which can be observed through a snorkeling mask. Well, if you do not have the necessary equipment for snorkeling - everything can be purchased at the nearby shops.
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 Maho Bay beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Maho Bay 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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The Maho Bay beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
For sunbathing and relaxing, Maho Bay beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.
The Maho Bay beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.
Maho Bay beach is partially protected from waves.
There are a lot of boats in the bay.
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.
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
The bar is located right on the Maho Bay beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.RainTree Café is the closest place located 1300 meters from the beach.
There are 75 places to stay in the Maho Bay beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Maho Bay beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
The Maho Bay 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.
There are 4 attractions near Maho Bay beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Annaberg Sugar Plantation located in 1.7 km. See the attractions section for details.
The month with the highest temperature in Maho Bay 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.
Maho Bay beach (St.John island) is not just a great place to relax and swim, everything is created there for sunbathing. You can even call Maho Bay beach a sunbathing beach. Comfortable sun loungers with umbrellas and for the most sophisticated tourists - a natural shade along the beach. A beautiful tan after taking a few sunbaths on this beach is ensured. The main thing is not to forget to use sunscreen and do not overdo with time spent in the sun. If in doubt, look at the user photos above.
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Christiansted 3.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Charlotte Amalie 2.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Cruz Bay 6.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Cruz Bay 5.5 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Charlotte Amalie 2.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Cruz Bay 6 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Charlotte Amalie 4.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Deserted
Christiansted 12.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Christiansted 3.2 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Christiansted 7.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Frederiksted 10.3 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Deserted
Christiansted 4 km
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