Cole Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal town with a marina, buildings, and hills in the background.
A marina with several sailboats and yachts docked, surrounded by hills and a cloudy sky.
A coastal town with buildings, greenery, and a view of the sea.
A beach with thatched umbrellas, a pier, and boats in the background.
A beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and beach umbrellas. There are buildings with blue and white exteriors in the background.

Our guide on where to stay in Cole Bay

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A coastal cityscape with a marina, residential buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

Indigo Bay

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Indigo Bay and surrounding area, you can visit Little Bay Beach and Indigo Beach.

Cay Bay

Though Cay Bay may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hollywood Casino and Kim Sha Beach.

A beach with palm trees, a calm sea, and a coastal town with buildings under a cloudy sky.

Almond Grove

While Almond Grove isn't home to many top sights, Rainforest Adventures St. Maarten and Kim Sha Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Port de Plaisance Resort, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Port de Plaisance Resort, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

3.5 out of 5
155 Union Rd Cole Bay Sint Maarten
The price is AU$302 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$302
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Cole Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Port de Plaisance Resort, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Carls Unique Inn

Carls Unique Inn

2 out of 5
18 Orange Grove Rd Cole Bay
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$196 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$196
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cole Bay. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (450 reviews)
"It was good"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Carls Unique Inn
Diamond Gem Residence

Diamond Gem Residence

3 out of 5
Peter John Rd Cole Bay Sint Maarten
The price is AU$147 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
AU$147
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Cole Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Maho Beach and Mullet Bay Beach are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (78 reviews)
"Great service will recommend."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026

Diamond Gem Residence
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condostmaarten by the sea -Adults Only-

condostmaarten by the sea -Adults Only-

4 out of 5
38 Marina Terrace Cole Bay
Stay at this beach apartment in Cole Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Maho Beach and Port of St. Maarten are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (43 reviews)
"Love love the property was amazing. Will definitely return."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

condostmaarten by the sea -Adults Only-
Villa Crystal Clear - Luxury Villa with Private Pool

Villa Crystal Clear - Luxury Villa with Private Pool

Sint Maarten Sint Maarten
Stay at this beach villa in Cole Bay. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Maho Beach and Port of St. Maarten are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews)
"Great location, easy to get anywhere on the island. Outside area has beautiful views and really nice pool. Beds were very comfortable and house was very clean. Great host that gave good recommendations on beaches and restaurants, set up transfers for us from airport to the house that made things ..."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Villa Crystal Clear - Luxury Villa with Private Pool
Villa Olisa, dream villa with a breathtaking view and private pool.

Villa Olisa, dream villa with a breathtaking view and private pool.

Indigo Bay Sint-Maarten
Stay at this beach villa in Cole Bay. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions Maho Beach and Port of St. Maarten are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews)
"Villa Olisa is a beautiful property in a lovely part of the island. Olivier was a great host, and recommended Makdas car rental to us, which was another great choice. We enjoyed the gorgeous views, spacious villa, beautiful pool, lovely beachside dinners at the Indigo Beach Club and swimming at the ..."

Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Villa Olisa, dream villa with a breathtaking view and private pool.
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Stay near popular Cole Bay attractions

Indigo Beach

8.0/10 (23 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Indigo Beach during your trip to Cole Bay?
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Activities

Sand Dollar Snorkeling Adventure

Half Day Snorkeling Adventure

AU$91
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half Day Snorkeling Adventure
St Maarten Flying Dutchman Ultimate Adventure

St Maarten Flying Dutchman Ultimate Adventure

AU$181
per adult
St Maarten Flying Dutchman Ultimate Adventure
Sky Explorer and Flying Dutchman

Sky Explorer and Flying Dutchman

AU$153
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Sky Explorer and Flying Dutchman
Sky Explorer + Flying Dutchman + Schooner + Sentry Hill Line

Sky Explorer + Flying Dutchman + Schooner + Sentry Hill Line

AU$223
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Sky Explorer + Flying Dutchman + Schooner + Sentry Hill Line
Mambo Catamaran Cruise to Rendezvous Bay Anguilla with Lunch

Mambo Catamaran Cruise to Rendezvous Bay Anguilla with Lunch

AU$190
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Mambo Catamaran Cruise to Rendezvous Bay Anguilla with Lunch
Santino Round the Island Tour

Santino Round the Island Tour with Snorkeling

AU$176
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Santino Round the Island Tour with Snorkeling
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Cities near Cole Bay

A wooden pier extending into calm waters with sailboats anchored nearby.

Simpson Bay

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