Beach Chair & Umbrella Rental Anguilla

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To experience Anguilla's beaches, fly directly to Clayton J. Lloyd International Airport (AXA) or take a 25-minute public sea-shuttle from St. Maarten (SXM). All 33 beaches are completely public and free to access. Simply rent a car, drive to the shore, and walk right onto the sand.

To get to Anguilla beaches from the main cruise or ferry ports in St. Maarten/St. Martin, take a 20-minute boat ride across to the Blowing Point Ferry Terminal in Anguilla. From there, take a local taxi or rent a car to reach the island's famous beaches.

Anguilla's unique beach access laws and top destinations are easy to navigate:

Beach Rules & Logistics Free Public Access

There are no private beaches in Anguilla. You can walk the entire shoreline or set up your towel anywhere, even in front of five-star luxury resorts.
Resort Amenities: While you have the right to access the sand, hotel lounge chairs, pools, and umbrellas are reserved for guests. You can often rent loungers or use beachside restaurants (like Straw Hat on Meads Bay) by meeting a food and drink minimum.
Getting Around: Renting a car is highly recommended to beach-hop at your own pace. Keep in mind that driving is on the left side of the road.

Top Beaches to Visit

Shoal Bay: Ranked as one of the best beaches in the world. It features vibrant turquoise water, pristine white sand, and excellent snorkeling.

Meads Bay: A wide, expansive, and visually stunning stretch of sand home to luxury accommodations and high-end dining spots.

Maundays Bay: Located near the southwestern tip, it offers calm swimming and stunning views of the neighboring island of St. Martin.

Little Bay: A secluded, remote cove surrounded by high cliffs. It is most easily reached by taking a quick boat taxi or charter from neighboring Crocus Bay.

Why reserve your beach chairs in advance

Anguilla is one of the most visited cruise destinations in the Caribbean, and the island's best beaches reflect that. Renting beach chairs in advance guarantees comfort and shade on pristine, sun-drenched shores like Shoal Bay or Meads Bay. It eliminates the hassle of carrying your own gear and lets you secure a premium spot for the day, even at remote or non-commercial beaches that lack facilities.

Reserving online through SandySpot before your trip means:

Your chairs and umbrella package are confirmed before you leave home
No queuing or uncertainty when you arrive at the beach
Ideal for families securing enough chairs for everyone in one booking
Available across multiple Anguilla beaches, so that you can choose your preferred spot in advance

To reach Anguilla beaches from a cruise ship, you will first need to travel to the nearby island of St. Martin/St. Maarten, as there is no direct cruise port in Anguilla. The total travel time from the St. Maarten cruise dock to the Anguilla ferry terminal is roughly 1.5 hours each way.

To get to Anguilla beaches from the main cruise or ferry ports in St. Maarten/St. Martin, take a 20-minute boat ride across to the Blowing Point Ferry Terminal in Anguilla. From there, take a local taxi or rent a car to reach the island's famous beaches.

St. Maarten to Anguilla:

The CrossingFerry Port: Take a taxi from the Philipsburg cruise port in St. Maarten to the Marigot Ferry Terminal on the French side (approx. 25–45 minutes, depending on traffic).
Ferry Ride: The fast public ferry from Marigot to Blowing Point, Anguilla takes about 20 minutes.
Customs: You must bring your passport as you will clear immigration in both directions.
Cost: Expect to pay about $30 each way for the ferry, plus small departure taxes in both territories.