St. Martin-Maarten Destination Information

The Island

Some visitors to St. Martin-Maarten are happy to spend their entire vacation enjoying our beautiful beaches or relaxing in the sun. Though our island is small, there is much to explore and renting a car is recommended.With the help of Alpha Car Rental, tourists can truly experience all the "Friendly Island" has to offer. A car rental from Alpha allows tourists to travel across the island, where there is a world of amusement and adventure. Alpha Car Rental has been helping visitors for decades enjoy the natural beauty of the island beyond its gorgeous beaches. Visitors will find that mingling with the local vendors and fishermen, exploring ship wrecks, venturing into the lush vegetation, and seeing all that the island has to offer will povide a true Caribbean experience.

Attractions

There are a several golf courses on the island, two of which are ranked among the best in the world. If golfing doesn't suit you, you can choose from swimming with turtles, snorkeling, fishing or diving as other activities. Polo, windsurfing and tennis are also popular with our visitors. Explore historic shipwrecks, buildings and homes. Or create your own tour! And for the romantics-at-heart enjoy a private sunset drive around the island!

Restaurants and Dining

Whether you are looking for a authentic Caribbean meal or simply need to satisfy your appetitie, the island has a wide variety of dining options to meet your needs. There are a number of venues that offer local cuisine, fresh seafood, and alternative dishes. With an abundance of dining options, visitors will find that St. Martin has something to suit everyone's taste and budget. Some of the more popular dining options include Stone restaurant and lounge, Bikini Beach restaurant, Pirates in Paradise Beach bar or Sunset bar and grill.

Accommodations

From enormous hotels to small, quaint guest houses, St. Maarten-Martin has it all. Stay in a quiet country inn or rent an extravagant villa on the beach, in town, or far off in the tranquil countryside -- we have it all. For the sports enthusiast, there are several sport hotels that offer everything from water activities to tennis lessons and professional golf courses. Our island offers accommodations that will meet any budget while providing a comfortable and carefree stay.