The French influenced Martinique has so many beautiful beaches you won’t know where to start.  Martinique beaches range from white sand to black sand and crowded to secluded coves.  No matter your preference, you are sure to find a wonderful beach to enjoy on this rather large Caribbean paradise.

The Beach at Pointe du Bout is home of the many popular Martinique beach hotels.  There are several man made beaches here made especially for the Martinique beach hotels resort facilities.  Most of the Martinique beach hotels at Point du Bout are the larger chains like Sofitel and Le Meridian.  You can find a plethora of activities here and plenty of water sports and nightlife at the Martinique beaches near these hotels.

Another popular Martinique beach that is usually crowded and full of sunbathers is Point de Marin.  There are also several cafes nearby to make this an all day beach going experience.

For the exotic black sand Martinique beaches, there is Anse Noire in southern Martinique.  This Martinique beach is good for snorkeling.  In the morning you will find a lot of fishermen coming ashore so you will want to steer clear of their working men unloading nets.

Other black to grey sand beaches are found at Anse Ceron and Anse Couleuvre.  The Martinique beach of Anse Couleuvre is another good spot to snorkel and look at the picturesque views.

One of the more deserted Martinique beaches is Diamant Plage off the southwest corner of the island is less crowded than the northern beaches.  This Martinique beach has rough waters, so although it’s a bad spot for swimmers, its beautiful reefs make it a haven for divers and snorkellers.

For the more deserted Martinique beaches, try the southeastern sector.  Plage des Salines is one of the more secluded Martinique beaches, and highly regarded by the locals.

All beaches in Martinique are open to the public, but the hotel chains will charge for use of their facilities.  You will often see topless sunbathers, although no beaches are really specified as “nudist” beaches.

For a little taste of the French Riviera, try Anse-Mitan.  You can see many yachts moored off this Martinique beach. There are many Martinique beach hotels lining the beach, nestled among palm trees.  You can also find many seaside cafes offering delicious seafood meals with a taste of Paris.

For the surfer, Anse Tartane is the Martinique beach to be.  You can see cliffs near the crystal blue ocean.  There is a surf school nearby where the locals are taught to brave the high waves.

For families, try Diamont Beach where a nearby Martinique Beach Hotel Les Salines has calm waters and shaded areas for retreat from the sun.  There are food vendors nearby as well as souvenir shops.

There are many Martinique beaches with dive shops nearby, like Anse Marette, where the local dive shop can give you lessons or take the experienced diver for beautiful views of the local fish.

Martinique is a paradise with many beaches to satisfy the tropical paradise lover.  The special French influence makes this Caribbean beach heaven a trip worth taking.