Maho Reef Travel Guide

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Maho Reef featuring landscape views, a beach and tropical scenes
Maho Reef
Maho Reef
Maho Reef showing a luxury hotel or resort, a sandy beach and tropical scenes
Maho Reef
One of the most popular beaches on St. Maarten is where jumbo jets fly low over revellers who come to see this plane-spotting spectacle as they soak up the sun.

Stand on Maho Beach and hear the roar of jumbo jets as they pass over your head. This popular beach is famous for its proximity to the airport. Planes pass less than 30 metres (100 feet) over the white sands and blue waters. Join the throng of tourists who come to enjoy the takeoffs and landings of jets and soak up the Caribbean sun. Eat and drink in bars and restaurants that line the sand.

Even if you couldn’t hear the roar of the engine, it would be impossible to miss a landing. Beach bars announce the occasion through loud speakers and screens tell you the airline and size of the plane. Watch the spectacle from a distance just above the sand for the best photographs. Join thrill seekers who stand beneath the flight path to feel the blast of the engines, but do so with caution. People have been blown over and seriously injured by getting too close to the planes.

Further along the beach you’ll find a lively atmosphere away from the roar of the jets. Revellers set up their barbecues on the sand alongside souvenir hawkers and food vendors. Hire a grill and cook your own lunch. Locals and tourists alike favour this beach for its party atmosphere and for its watersports. Hire equipment from vendors along the water and go windsurfing, paragliding or jet skiing. The relatively calm waters of Maho Beach are safe for swimmers of any skill level and are frequented by families with children.

Maho Beach sits just beside the Princess Juliana International Airport. It’s easily reached by airport taxi or car and there’s free parking. If you plan to leave your car in the parking lot make sure you take your valuables with you because there is no security guard.

Sonesta Maho Beach All Inclusive Resort Casino & Spa

Sonesta Maho Beach All Inclusive Resort Casino & Spa

4 out of 5
1 Rhine Road, Maho Bay, Lowlands
The price is ₹21,716 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
₹21,716
₹26,276 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Lowlands. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,412 reviews)
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Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

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Sonesta Ocean Point All Inclusive, Adults Only Resort

Sonesta Ocean Point All Inclusive, Adults Only Resort

5 out of 5
1A Rhine Rd., Maho Bay, Lowlands
The price is ₹38,757 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
₹38,757
₹46,896 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Lowlands. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Can’t think of anything we didn’t like. Food and accommodations were excellent."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Sonesta Ocean Point All Inclusive, Adults Only Resort
Royal Islander Resort La Plage

Royal Islander Resort La Plage

4 out of 5
1B Rhine Road, Lowlands
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Lowlands. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (295 reviews)
"Great place to stay."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Royal Islander Resort La Plage
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Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten

Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten

4 out of 5
115 Welfare Road, Simpson Bay
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Simpson Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,056 reviews)
"I’ve been coming to this property for over 20 years and it far exceeds other properties on the island! Royal Palm has always and continues to update their rooms, beach and entire property which means they care, they put the customers first!!!"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten
Fourteen at Mullet Bay

Fourteen at Mullet Bay

3.5 out of 5
2 University Drive, Cupecoy, Lowlands
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Lowlands. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (312 reviews)
"Front desk was friendly and helpful. Hotel is within walking distance to restaurants. 2 min walk to Mullet Beach. Pool was beautiful. My balcony views was breathtaking of the beach, golf course, and Mullet Pond. Room was very clean and spacious."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Fourteen at Mullet Bay
Mullet Bay Suites: Your Luxury Stay Awaits

Mullet Bay Suites: Your Luxury Stay Awaits

4 out of 5
2 University Dr, Lowlands, Sint Maarten
Stay at this 4-star beach apartment in Lowlands. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (95 reviews)
"This is our 2nd stay at Mullet Bay Suites and we love it!! Our unit was stunning, beautiful furniture, and the the view was amazing. The location was convenient and right in the center of everything. We look forward to returning again in the near future!!"

Reviewed on 27 May 2025

Mullet Bay Suites: Your Luxury Stay Awaits
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