Currency
Netherlands Antillean Guilder (ANG)
Language
Dutch, English, French
Time Zone
AST (UTC-4)
Best Time to Visit
Nov–Mar
Typical Duration
12-14 nights
Price Range
$358–$8,962 per person
Port Type
Departure & Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Sint Maarten is a premier Caribbean cruise destination offering pristine beaches, duty-free shopping, and vibrant culture split between Dutch and French influences.
Cruises that visit Sint Maarten
- cruises to Sint Maarten
- Sint Maarten sailings
- Sint Maarten cruises
- 8-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 8-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 8-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 8-night Holland America Line cruise
- 9-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 9-night Holland America Line cruise
- 9-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 10-night Holland America Line cruise
- 10-night Holland America Line cruise
- 10-night Seabourn cruise
- 10-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 11-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 11-night Holland America Line cruise
- 11-night Holland America Line cruise
- 11-night Seabourn cruise
- 11-night Holland America Line cruise
- 12-night Holland America Line cruise
- 12-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 12-night Holland America Line cruise
- 12-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 13-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 14-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 14-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 14-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 14-night Seabourn cruise
- 14-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 14-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
Build Your Day in Sint Maarten
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 6:00 PM
Usually about 10 hours ashore
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Getting around:
Jax Steakhouse
Best Dinner experience in Sint Maarten Our experience at JAX was amazing!
Closed · Opens 5:30 PM
Maho Beach
Kinda cool for swimming, really good for people and plane watching.
Sunset Bar and Grill
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Port Of St. Maarten
This is a beautiful island, the French and Dutch side.
Loterie Farm
Treetop adventure park with a restaurant
Buccaneer Beach Bar
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Rainforest Adventure
Thrill rides with vast island views
Main Cruise Terminal St Maarten
It’s located on the Dutch side of the island.
Parotte Ville Bird Park
Onsite services
Topper's Rhum Distillery
Onsite services
Emilio's...Dine with History
A must dining experience while at St Martin on the Dutch side of the island!
Closes soon · 3 PM
Le Moulin Fou
Dine-in·No delivery
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Captain’s Rib Shack
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Closed · Opens 11 AM Tue
La Sucriere
The best pastry’s and sandwhichs on the Dutch side.
Sint Maarten Yacht Club Bar & Restaurant
Staff is very friendly and good solid food with some Dutch appetizers.
Bamboo House SXM
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Tortuga Maho
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Greenhouse
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Nowhere Special
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 4 PM
REVEIL MATIN SXM BREAKFAST & LUNCH
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 7 AM Tue
Dinghy Dock Sailors Bar
Dine-in·Drive-through·No-contact delivery
Palapa Hidden Oasis SXM
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 6 PM
Yoda Guy Movie Experience
Star Wars memorabilia & souvenirs
Lazy Lizard Restaurant & Craft Bar
Honestly the best food in St. Maarten🥹 We ate everything within 5 minutes.
La Terrasse Rooftop Restaurant
Dine-in·Drive-through·No-contact delivery
Closes soon · 3 PM
La Patrona
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Rotary Lookout Point
This was the highlight of St. Maarten for us!
Le Pressoir
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Dutch Blonde Beach Bar & Restaurant
If you get to sint maarten and don't eat here, you are missing out !!!
Astra
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery
Great Bay Beach
Fantastic beach and "boardwalk" with a lot of food, drink and beach options.
Happy Bay Beach
Soft squishy sand and a bit of rocks decently clear water
Jimmy's The Original Fat Boy BBQ
Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 12 PM Tue
Kalatua Beach Restaurant
Kalatua has some of the best food on the island!
Big Bastaard's Beach Bar
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
The Palms
Oxtail stew and shrimp curry - some of the best food we’ve ever had!
Closed · Opens 5:30 PM
BOLD BUDDHA - Caribbean Fusion
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery
Le Cottage
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 6 PM
The St. Maarten Festival Village \ Carnival Village
Great food, great music, fun ambiance.
Emilio Wilson Park
Park on a former sugar plantation
Closed · Opens 12 AM Tue
Coffee Lounge
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Sint Rose Shopping Mall
Onsite services
Open · Closes 6 PM
Ocean Lounge Restaurant - At Holland House
Dine-in·No delivery
Phillipsburg, Sint Maarten
Onsite services
The Tap & Still
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
French Cocotte
The food was delicious, the atmosphere was casual elegant.
Closed · Opens 5:30 PM
Jai's Contemporary Fusion Cuisine
Dine-in·Takeout
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Baie Rouge beach
Swimming is best on the far right side of the beach (near the rocks).
Simple Tingz
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery
Seaside Ranch St. Maarten
Nature park with horses, hiking & more
Dirty Sanchez Crew Bar
Onsite services
Cafe Rembrandt
Very dutch, super cozy, great service and good prices.
Closed · Opens 3 PM Wed
Alizé SXM | Restaurant Saint-Martin
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
3Angle Bar
Dine-in·Drive-through
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Plane Spotting Beach
This is a very unique attraction to Sint Maarten.
Simpson Bay Beach
The water is clear, and you can snorkel.
Mimosa Skylounge
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 7 PM
Mullet Bay Beach
Beautiful beach to come to for sunbathing, swimming and snorkeling.
Open now
Jewels By Love
In-store shopping
Open · Closes 6 PM
Super Plaza
Onsite services
Open · Closes 6:35 PM
LUXBAR SXM
Onsite services
Pinel Island Beach
The water is shallow, warm, clear and clean.
Sint Maarten National Heritage Foundation & Museum
Island heritage exhibits & a gift shop
La Perle Bleu Restaurant
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Pirana Joe St. Maarten Front Street
In-store shopping
Open · Closes 5:30 PM
Huppel The Pub
Amazing drinks, stellar service, great music, small bites, fun atmosphere!
Little Bay Beach
... access to Divi resort with nice pool and restaurants and pool bar.
Lucky Shopping Center
Onsite services
Open · Closes 8 PM
Sea Trek Helmet Diving
Underwater tours with specialty helmets
Cocky Turtle Beach Bar & Restaurant
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 10 AM Wed
Plum Bay
Great area, very good swimming and snorkeling.
Goat Fish Restaurant
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 7:30 AM Tue
Le café
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Closes soon · 3 PM
Portofino
Dine-in·Takeout
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM Tue
Paradise Mall
Italian staple on Sr Maarten.
Open · Closes 10:30 PM
Rima Beach World St Maarten
Onsite services
Open · Closes 6 PM
Mullet Beach
One of the best beaches on the island with ample space.
Double Dutch Cafe
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery
Kalatua Beach Club
Dine-in
St Maarten National Flag Pole
Local monument site that is basically a giant flagpole.
Captain's Duty Free Shop
Onsite services
Open · Closes 5:30 PM
Friendly Island Activities & Gift Shop
Onsite services not available
Closes soon · 3:30 PM
The Saint Dive Bar
No delivery
Closed · Opens 7 PM
VISIT St. Maarten / St. Martin
Onsite services·Online appointments
I left my heart in St. Maarten - Wall Mural
CITY MALL
Open · Closes 7 PM
DoubleDutch Koffiehuis
Prices are reasonable for the island.
Le Dutch - Delft Blue shop
Onsite services
Open · Closes 7 PM
St. Maarten Sign
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
Sint Maarten
is an embarkation port. Many cruises start or end here —
it's worth arriving a day early or extending your stay to explore beyond a single port day.
About Sint Maarten
Sint Maarten has established itself as a vibrant Caribbean port of call, welcoming cruise passengers from three major cruise lines including Holland America Line, Seabourn, and Carnival Cruise Line. With over 115 upcoming cruises calling at this Dutch island destination, you'll find excellent cruise options ranging from extended 14-night itineraries to shorter Caribbean getaways. Ships typically operate routes connecting Sint Maarten to popular ports like Fort Lauderdale, Bridgetown, and Half Moon Cay, making it a frequent stop on eastern and southern Caribbean voyages. The port's peak season runs from November through March, with February and March drawing the highest concentration of cruise traffic.
Once ashore, cruise passengers discover a unique blend of Dutch and Caribbean culture, pristine beaches, and excellent duty-free shopping. The island's compact size makes it easy to explore during a port day, whether you're seeking relaxation on world-class strands or adventure in the island's charming towns. Sint Maarten's welcoming atmosphere and convenient cruise facilities ensure a smooth embarkation and disembarkation experience for travelers beginning or ending their Caribbean voyage.
Once ashore, cruise passengers discover a unique blend of Dutch and Caribbean culture, pristine beaches, and excellent duty-free shopping. The island's compact size makes it easy to explore during a port day, whether you're seeking relaxation on world-class strands or adventure in the island's charming towns. Sint Maarten's welcoming atmosphere and convenient cruise facilities ensure a smooth embarkation and disembarkation experience for travelers beginning or ending their Caribbean voyage.
Cruise Lines at Sint Maarten
- Seabourn (85 cruises)
- Carnival Cruise Line (65 cruises)
- Holland America Line (51 cruises)
Cruises Departing From Sint Maarten
Cruises Visiting Sint Maarten
Ship Schedule at Sint Maarten
Sint Maarten Location
Other Cruise Ports in Sint Maarten (Dutch part)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE for Sint Maarten (Dutch Part)?
The UN/LOCODE is SXSXM.
What is the official port type for Sint Maarten?
It is an official port (port_type: official_port).
Where is Sint Maarten located?
Latitude 18.05 and longitude -63.1167.
What are some notable images of Sint Maarten?
Images include View of St Maarten from a ship and Fishing boat off the beach in Saint Maarten.