Kim Sha Beach is a picturesque shoreline that boasts an array of water activities including jet skiing. The beach also features several amenities, such as restaurants and bars, as well as a playground for children. Visitors to the area can rent chairs from local vendors and enjoy delicious food and drinks while taking in the stunning views of the ocean. Kim Sha Beach provides a less crowded alternative to other nearby beaches, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful getaway.
The CALMEST AND SAFEST Beach for kids.. we as parents worry.. this beach is glass based on the curve of the very small bay. NO WAVES and you can jog in the water... Spent a week looking for calm waters and finally it was where I was living.. will definitely make it home base for future visits.. I have no reviews on the Miami Style Roxy, with loud EDM Music blaring, but they are secluded to the right and out of view.. Buccaneer is on the left side.. I walk past the huge restaurant row.. and head to the beach... Enjoy!
Julian Jeganathan — Google review
Nice beach with water sports, kayaking, diving, restaurants, bars and toilet facilities. The beach is kept tidy by the businesses based along it. You can hire beach chairs and umbrellas. Plenty of car parking in the local area.
Ian Thrasher — Google review
Wonderful beach, chairs and umbrellas available, lunch at the small cafe was great. Water, of course, was perfect.
trudy hoxter — Google review
A breathtaking beach… white sand, turquoise water.
We enjoyed a relaxing afternoon sunbathing and swimming.
charles j — Google review
We got to enjoy staying at this beach well our ship was doctor at Phillipsburg. The great news is that we rented chairs from Carlos on the beach and then got some lunch and drinks from Damion at the Greenhouse. Both provided us with excellent service and great local recommendations. Our stay at the beach would not have been fun without them. It was great going to a less crowded beach than where everybody else from the ship seemed to be going and the view and beach were perfect. Based on our experience, we want to stay at Kim Shaw beach with a longer term vacation just on the island in the very near future thanks to our knowledgeable and helpful locals.
Jeff K — Google review
Came here with a Disney Cruise excursion, it was just a short drive from terminal. The beach was nice the waves were small. Great for the little ones and older ones alike. Had a great time.
Paul Peters — Google review
I’m not sure I want to leave a good review for this beach. If word gets out, it may not remain the gem it truly is! We ended up here for the day when docked in Phillipsburg. Carlos got us set up on a set of chairs with an umbrella for the day. A great host, he helped us hunt and gather provisions from The Greenhouse, then helped us get back to the ship by calling our driver so we didn’t have to use roaming/international minutes on our phones. The views were spectacular, water perfect for swimming, and best of all – we were one of only a few people who were able to enjoy the day.
Stephanie Latta — Google review
Small beach but a relaxing place. Parking is by the dive shop and there is usually plenty of space. It’s $15 per beach chair unless you order food and/or drinks. Then they’re free.
Anthony Lerro — Google review
Dogs are allowed on the beaches on the Dutch side, hurray! We take our two dogs almost everyday around 4pm. There are fewer people at that time and we are able to throw a ball down the beach and let the dogs run. There are several trash cans sat out which helps keep the beach and ocean clean. There are restaurants and you can rent lounge chairs and umbrellas. There are parts that have a lot of seaweed and grasses in the water, but it is not stinky and they water is clear. Large parking lot too.
Charming little church! The Priest gave very good message on loving and serving others like Christ! Really the entire service was wonderful! You could feel the love that the Priest spoke about there that evening!
Rob English — Google review
Friendly and welcoming congregation. So glad we found this church while we were visiting!
Melissa Moorman — Google review
Does anyone have a phone number or email for this church?
Thanks a lot
Acklin Tellis — Google review
We are vacationing here from So. CA. The people at St. Mary's were warm and welcoming and the priest's homily was uplifting and full of common sense. The musical accompaniments were familiar songs put to a Caribbean beat. They even sing a love song for all visitors. Very enchanting. This is a wonderful Catholic church and a memorable experience for us. We love you right back, St. Mary's congregation!
Stacey Maguire — Google review
Love the energy this congregation releases and how they sing the lords prayer. I miss this church so much when I return to my home in NC.
Juliana Hancock — Google review
I soo Love this Little Church, down the Road. 11/14 was the Most crowded I've ever Seen it. Fun to hear Mass with the Roosters running around, the Birds flying over head. Blessed. Thank you My friends, for your love and Happy Blessings. They Make a Difference. 🙏❤️.
Michelle Calorio — Google review
Wonderful service... A small community church, very quaint.
Rose Ratchell — Google review
Love going to mass here when we are on the island. The pastor keeps everyone engaged. Personal touch @end for 1st time visitors to the island, birthdays, anniversaries. Memorable.
If you find yourself in Sint Maarten, be sure to check out the Simpson Bay Fish Market. This bustling shopping mall offers a wide range of culinary delights that will surely satisfy your taste buds. The food selection is diverse and impressive, featuring an abundance of fresh fish and produce that will tempt even the most discerning palates. Don't miss the opportunity to visit Roxy's Corner, where you can indulge in their famous Johnny cakes.
There was a wrong understanding that the police was closed... Back up and running full strength.. check out my video!.. everything is fresh caught right here.. to have the mahi-mahi.. shellfish.. and two lobsters left.. but this was late on a Saturday afternoon, almost 1:00 please come down and say hi to the lovely people and support the local fishermen.. blessed!
Julian Jeganathan — Google review
it's a nice place to be water front view the food is always good there
Patricia Humphrey — Google review
Get great service and fresh fish by Bernard
Quito Raphaela — Google review
Very friendly. You cannot go by the posted hours in Google. It all depends on how the fishing has been going, which depends largely on the weather. Really windy conditions seems to limit the catch. Call first. Arriving early (7ish) is better than late morning.
Papi 3462 — Google review
Went twice to buy snapper
at 6 in the morning and they didn't
have it.
Nushie Garjarian — Google review
Good place to buy fresh fish to cook at your place. We had strawberry grouper and it was delicious. Wanted to get a lobster but too rough seas for the fisherman. Maybe next week.
Connie Sterbenz — Google review
Wonderful place to visit if looking to taste different cultures blended with St. Maarten's own specialities.
In the fish market Very early in the morning you can experience the sale of fresh fish caught by local fishermen.
Joanna simeon — Google review
Love the Chinese .. my favourite
Jacky Rom — Google review
If you are on Sint Maarten make sure you visit. The food variety is phenomenal with fresh fish and produce to tempt the tastebuds. You have to visit Roxy's Corner and check out the Johnny cakes. The owner and her husband are warm, friendly people who put you at ease . The food is great with generous portions so sit for a while and take in the pier atmosphere or take it away. You will be pleased.
Mark Earle — Google review
Wonderful fresh fish, prepared and fillet for you. As with many establishments the local ladies aren't terribly friendly, but they fillet the fish nicely and quickly, and the prices are very reasonable. Great way to enjoy the local seafood without paying an arm&leg at the restaurants.
Matthew Morgan — Google review
To all fellow adventurers(and seafood lovers),
If you are visiting St Martin and you are close by Simpson bay you might as well enjoy some local fresh catch.. We visited the market about 9am in the morning while doing our morning tour and there was a selection of fresh red snapper (small), local jack fish and some other. I got 4 snappers which cost $1 each and $1 to the lady cleaning it. We were in a VRBO condo, so I fried it(salt and pepper) in a pan and believe it or not it was gone along with some freshly squeezed lemons in a flash(Wait, this was a fish?). If you like/love fish you have to try this(fresh/healthy and money saver).
These guys are always there with a smile serving fresh coconut water straight from the coconut, after you drank the water they will cut the coconut for you to also enjoy the super tasty coconut jelly. You got to try this!
In the bread future they will also make food cooked within a coconut, just wait for it ;) Support these local guys and keep Caribbean cultures alive!
We Are! SXM — Google review
I’m so glad we found Island Healthy before our trip home! It was such a great experience meeting the owner who was very courteous and kind. Coconut was tasty and fresh! Thank you!
L R Temp — Google review
Super refreshing and fresh coconut water and the jelly coconut meat the kind owner opens up after consuming the water is just so good!
Mandy Kuo — Google review
Francois (and Walker) were AMAZING!!! We stayed not too far away, and he would spot us on our daily walk, offering ways to help and making sure we enjoyed the island! Aside from hospitality, this is the only place to find the quick convenience of a fresh coconut on the island. Anddd since it was my birthday, I didn't pass up the chance for the extra gin :) definitely something to try! After great conversation, we had our coconuts split in half and enjoyed them under the sun! I look forward to returning back to sxm and trying many more options to come!
Also - Francois is the plug!! Ask him for recommendations!
Topper's Rhum Distillery, located in St. Maarten, is a small-scale production facility that offers an intimate tour experience for visitors. The rhum produced here has been recognized as the USA Today World's Best Tasting Rhum and is handmade with precision on-site. One of the highlights of a visit to Topper's is the opportunity to sample an extensive range of flavors - over 25 varieties have been tasted by some visitors!
What a great experience. Not only on the Rum great with a stunning amount of flavors to try - yes we tried over 25. The food is also not to be missed. We were here from a Cruise tour and the tour description did not do this place justice. This is a must do if you're on St Maarten.
Christopher Brown — Google review
We popped in here without any kind of reservation and were able to book a tour! It was $33 USD per person, and they take credit card. We also were able to get in and out of their restaurant in 20 minutes (their BBQ sauce is amazing!!!), and we sat right next to the water and enjoyed a refreshing breeze. The tour is 90 and includes tasting like 15 rhums, eating small bites with the tasting, a demonstration of the bottling, and a quick explanation of the history of rhum, of Topper, and of the distillation. The gelato is also delicious 😋
Mariah MacDonald — Google review
This place was great! It’s a small production facility, very intimate. Our tour guide was great! We were running late, she called us to check in on us and welcomed us on the tour when we arrived.
They gave us as many tastes of different flavors as we wanted! And they have hundreds of flavors! It was great fun! Highly recommended!
Brennan Hawken — Google review
The passion fruit gelato was good and the cup sizes are pretty small but that’s fine since our group was looking for a small treat. Fun place
Johnathon America — Google review
So much fun! A great experience, coupled with the best 'Rhum Guide' ever - well worth the short cab ride from either the airport or cruise port. Had a chance to taste 20+ different blends and variations. All well worth it!
Kevin Lollock — Google review
Great place to visit. You can sample all different varieties of rum. They process, package it there. Great souvenirs. The ice cream is wonderful.
The Traveling Foodie — Google review
10/10. Candice was our tour guide and she kept things very fun and lively we had such a blast and was able to meet Mr.Topper himself and his daughter! They are pleasant people. We left with a lot of bottles 😂 the flavors are great. The shots aren’t full shots but after the amount of shots you’re given you definitely get a small buzz haha
Cam T — Google review
Had a fantastic time during this tour at Topper's Rhum Distillery. Cristina was our guide and was a marvellous host. Funny, informative and very interactive with the group with personal touched which made it all the more fun to be there. The Rhum was delicious in all the varieties they had to offer. Highly recommend this to anyone interested in Rhum culture, or anyone looking for a fun and informative activity!
Chris Spurrier — Google review
This is a multi level review. Highly recommend making this one of your stops if you’re visiting SXM. Do the rum distillery tour. If you do, not only will you get to taste about 15+ flavors of rhum, you also get a 15% discount at the on-site restaurant after the tour (at any time; doesn’t have to be same day). They also have a wonderful refill program if you purchase a bottle. You can refill your bottle with any rum for a discounted price.
Just a heads up: if you come during the slower season, you can likely do a walk-in for the distillery tour. They close the tickets online an hour in advance of the scheduled time but can do a tour of up to 30 people so can be worth checking availability eve. If you can’t book in advance. Even if alcohol isn’t your thing, they have delicious restaurant on site (I got the lobster special 🤤) and gelato
Deena Smith — Google review
Great place to try various rums. You can two type of tasting. Local tasting is $5 and signature rum testing is additional $5. They all have great frozen drinks for $7. You can also buy pound cake 🎂 with rum. Definitely highlight for our trip. Highly recommend this place.
Yugal Nagda — Google review
Did the tour and also bought a few bottles. Great experience, and great tasting rum. Would definitely recommend to anyone visiting the island who enjoys rum.
Frozen Yukoner — Google review
Do the tour! Have lunch! Great tour guide, very knowledgeable of the rhum and history. Surprising history shared and a lovely presentation of rhum that can be used for a cocktail, cooked with, and used to clean your hands (their rule).
Great for singles and couples.
Miss Everything Escobar — Google review
Did the rum distillery tour and it was such a fun birthday experience! Our tour guide was so great to talk to and learn from. The infused items we got to sample were great too like the chicken and gelato! YUM. Bought a bottle to go home with!
L R Temp — Google review
Carlos gave us an incredible tour of Topper's Rhum! We had fun learning about the Rhum making process, tasting Rhum samples, and cooking with Rhum.
Dale Beaty — Google review
Topper's is a first rate restaurant and rhum distillery! The food was scrumptious and the wait staff was very friendly and responsive. Julia's rhum tour exceeded all expectations as it not only provided professional and knowledgeable information, but also included her friendly, bubbly personality. Loved the plentiful rhum samples. Topper's is a "must do" for tourists and residents!
Charles Walden — Google review
We come to SXM annually, as we have done for many years; however, we have never toured Toppers. This is a tour well worth taking. Cristina was our guide, and she was excellent. She kept everyone engaged and gave a very informative tour. I highly recommend it. A good break from the sun and a lot of fun.
Maverick — Google review
We visited Toppers twice on our one week Vacation. First time for lunch and Rum tasting,second time for Broadway show,dinner and Karaoke . I recommend both if you can . Yolanda was our server both times and was so nice .The food was good and the rum tasting was fun and educational. Plus the have ice cream ! I wish we had a Toppers back home!!!