Full Description & Details
Sint Maarten Yacht Club Marina, also known as Port de Plaisance, sits inside the Simpson Bay Lagoon on the Dutch side of Sint Maarten, with access via the Simpson Bay Bridge and the Sandy Ground Bridge on the French side. The marina is a fully accredited ISPS certified facility for motor-yachts from 40 to 260 feet, with drafts up to 16 feet. It offers 50 berths in large, ultra-strong concrete slips.
On-site amenities include a five-star hotel, restaurant and casino, a full-service gym, a tennis facility, free high-speed wireless internet, reverse osmosis water, and 220, 380, or 480v single or 3-phase power supply. Ultra-Low-Sulfur-Diesel (ULSD) is available. The marina is known for its proximity to a wide range of technical services for yacht maintenance, repair, and refit, including technicians, electricians, refrigeration and air conditioning specialists, and skilled day workers.
It is positioned as a base for cruising the Leeward Islands, including Anguilla, Saba, St. Barths, St. Eustatius, St. Kitts & Nevis, Antigua, the USVI, and the BVI.
How to get there
Approach from the sea via the Simpson Bay Bridge on the Dutch side or the Sandy Ground Bridge on the French side, both providing access into the Simpson Bay Lagoon. The marina is inside the lagoon, so you must time your arrival with bridge openings. Monitor VHF channel 16 for bridge communications and marina instructions.
No specific bearing or waypoint is provided in the sources; rely on local charts and bridge schedules. The address is Cole Bay, Sint Maarten, and the marina is within the lagoon, not on the open coast.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum length and draft for a vessel at Sint Maarten Yacht Club Marina?
Sint Maarten Yacht Club Marina accommodates motor-yachts from 40 to 260 feet, with drafts up to 16 feet.
Does Sint Maarten Yacht Club Marina offer fuel and power?
Yes, the marina provides Ultra-Low-Sulfur-Diesel (ULSD), reverse osmosis water, and 220, 380, or 480v single or 3-phase power supply.
What amenities are available at Sint Maarten Yacht Club Marina?
Amenities include a five-star hotel, restaurant and casino, full-service gym, tennis facility, free high-speed wireless internet, and laundry services.
Is Sint Maarten Yacht Club Marina an ISPS certified facility?
Yes, the marina is a fully accredited ISPS certified facility.
How many berths does Sint Maarten Yacht Club Marina have?
The marina has 50 berths in large, ultra-strong concrete slips.
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