St Maarten has a surplus of terrific beach bars, a portfolio of watering holes that has helped turn the island into one of the most beloved destinations in the Caribbean. 

But if you’re planning on beach-bar hopping in St Maarten, you’ll need to scope out the right spots, from chic beach lounges to toes-in-the-sand classics, from the bustle of Philipsburg to the magnificent sands of Simpson Bay and everywhere in between. 

Here are our 10 favorite beach bars to visit in St Maarten right now. 

Roxxy Beach St Maarten’s newest, hippest and best beach bar is this sparkling addition to the main stretch in Simpson Bay. The food is exquisite, the scenery is stunning and it’s got the best music and DJ scene on the island, too.