Philipsburg : Profile

Docking

There are two marinas in Philipsburg, Great Bay Marina and Bobby's Marina. Boats that do not wish to use one of the marinas may anchor in Grand Bay, although the recent construction of a large cruise ship dock has somewhat restricted the space.

Bobby's Marina
PO Box 383, Philipsburg, St. Maarten, N.A.
Tel:(599) 542 2366, Fax:(599) 542 5442, VHF Channel 16, 69 'Bobby's Airport'
bobmar@sintmaarten.net
All facilities, 50 ton travelift, good repair services, fuel dock, 24 hour security, chandlery, restaurant and bar, convenience store, and mail services.

Great Bay Marina
Pointe Blanche, Philipsburg
Tel:(599) 542 5705 or 599 542 5705, Fax:599 542 4940
A small marina with water and electricity, bar/restaurant and provisions.

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