Anguilla is home to some of the best beaches in the entire Caribbean — long white-sand bays, shallow turquoise water, and almost no crowds.
There are no big cruise ports, no high-rise hotels, no busy beach strips.
Just relaxation, food, scenery, and luxury villas.
Anguilla is perfect for:
- Beach lovers
- Couples
- Luxury travelers
- Families looking for calm water
- Anyone who wants quiet Caribbean beauty without chaos
If you want perfect beaches + peace, Anguilla is it.
How to Get to Anguilla
Option 1: Fly to St. Maarten → Ferry to Anguilla (most common)
- Fly into SXM (Princess Juliana Airport)
- Walk to the ferry pier (or take 5–10 min taxi)
- Ferry to Blowing Point, Anguilla
Ferry time: 15–25 minutes
Option 2: Fly Direct to Anguilla (AXA)
- Direct flights are limited but increasing (Miami, San Juan)
Option 3: Private Boat
- From St. Maarten → Anguilla (luxury option)
Pro Tip:
Most travelers choose St. Maarten → Ferry because it’s simple, fast, and scenic.
Where to Stay
Best Areas to Base Yourself
| Area | Vibe | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Shoal Bay East | Turquoise water + calm waves | First-timers & families |
| Meads Bay | Luxury resorts + sunsets | Couples + upscale travelers |
| Rendezvous Bay | Long quiet beach | Privacy + calm |
| Sandy Ground | Beach bars + dining | Social travelers |
Budget Tiers
- $ Guesthouses + small inns around Island Harbour
- $$ Boutique hotels in Meads Bay / Rendezvous
- $$$ Luxury villas + high-end beachfront resorts
Booking Tip:
If beach quality is the priority → stay Shoal Bay or Meads Bay.
Best Beaches (Anguilla’s Strength)
| Beach | Why Go | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Shoal Bay East | Often ranked #1 in the Caribbean | Calm, shallow, perfect every day |
| Meads Bay | Luxury + perfect swimming | Amazing sunsets |
| Rendezvous Bay | Long, peaceful, quiet | Great walking beach |
| Maundays Bay | Picture-perfect turquoise | Calm water |
| Little Bay | Cliff-surrounded cove | Boat/kayak access |
Shoal Bay is a must — probably the best all-around beach in the region.
Top Things to Do
1) Shoal Bay Day
All-white sand + shallow turquoise water.
Rent chairs → chill → float → eat beachfront lunch.
2) Meads Bay → Beach Bar Hop
Smooth water + great food (Blanchards, four-star restaurants, beach lounges).
3) Little Bay Snorkeling
Reach by boat or kayak → cliff-backed mini cove.
4) Sandy Island / Prickly Pear Cays
Boat trip to tiny offshore islands.
5) Dining
Anguilla has some of the best cuisine in the Caribbean.
Food & Drinks
Anguilla is a chef’s island — big on seafood, grills, and fine dining.
Try:
- Snapper
- Lobster dishes
- Grilled mahi
- Local BBQ plates
- Rum punch (classic Caribbean-style)
Top areas:
- Sandy Ground
- Meads Bay
- Shoal Bay (kiosks + casual lounges)
Transportation
- Rent a car — best way to explore multiple beaches.
- Taxis are reliable but expensive for long distances.
- Roads are safe and easy to drive.
3–7 Day Itineraries
3 Days (Perfect Quick Trip):
Day 1: Shoal Bay
Day 2: Meads Bay
Day 3: Little Bay + Sunset dinner
5 Days (Balanced):
Day 1: Shoal Bay
Day 2: Meads Bay → Sandy Ground
Day 3: Prickly Pear Cays
Day 4: Rendezvous Bay
Day 5: Meads Bay sunset
7 Days (Full Week):
Add:
- Day trip to Sandy Island
- Extra Shoal Bay mornings
- Food nights in Sandy Ground
Safety & Practical Notes
- Extremely safe island
- Tap water is desalinated + clean
- Reef-safe sunscreen recommended
- Strong sun year-round
Internal Links
- St. Maarten / St. Martin Guide
- St. Lucia Guide
- Barbados Guide
- Aruba / Curaçao / Bonaire guides
- Reef-Safe Sunscreen Guide
- Caribbean Adults-Only Resorts
Spanish Summary — Resumen en Español
Anguilla es famosa por tener algunas de las mejores playas del Caribe, como Shoal Bay.
La forma más común de llegar es ferri desde St. Maarten.
Es un destino tranquilo, seguro y perfecto para relajarse y disfrutar playas de agua azul clara.
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