Arrival and airport access
Nearest airport
Clayton J. Lloyd International Airport (AXA)
Ground access
Anguilla is accessed by regional flights, private aviation or sea transfer from St Maarten.
Discover the destination
Welcome to Anguilla
Anguilla is a refined Caribbean beach destination with white sand, luxury resorts, beach restaurants and Leeward Islands cruising appeal.
Superyacht Guide Award
Superyacht Guide Destination Star
★★☆☆☆
2 Stars - Good yachting destination
Preliminary Superyacht Guide destination note pending full editorial assessment. Anguilla has recognised yachting merit as a refined beach destination.
Preliminary Listing
Luxury Beach
Leeward Islands
Last reviewed: May 10, 2026
Destination Stars are editorial ratings based on cruising appeal, marina access, hospitality, scenery, events, seasonality and available information.
Destination intelligence
Key facts at a glance
The essentials for planning a visit, cruising or shore-side operations.
- Region
- Caribbean
- Local area
- Leeward Islands
- Country
- Anguilla
- City / area
- Sandy Ground / Meads Bay / Shoal Bay
- Type
- Luxury beach island destination
- Cruising area
- Caribbean / Leeward Islands
- Best season
- December to April
- Nearest airport
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Clayton J. Lloyd International Airport
AXA - Charter appeal
- High
Explore Anguilla
The destination guide
Anguilla is one of the Caribbean’s most refined beach destinations, known for white sand, clear water, luxury resorts, villas, beach restaurants and a quieter atmosphere than nearby St Barths or St Maarten. It is a strong stop for yachts cruising the northern Leeward Islands.
Popular areas include Road Bay, Sandy Ground, Shoal Bay, Meads Bay and offshore cays such as Sandy Island and Prickly Pear. The island is especially attractive for guests who want beaches, fine dining, privacy and low-key luxury rather than large marina infrastructure or nightlife.
Anguilla is usually combined with St Maarten and St Barths in winter charter itineraries. It works best as a tender and anchorage destination with careful local planning for customs, access and weather.
Superyacht highlights
- Refined beach and villa destination
- Shoal Bay, Meads Bay and Sandy Ground
- Excellent restaurants and luxury resorts
- Quiet alternative to busier yacht hubs
- Good combination with St Maarten and St Barths
Plan the visit
Travel, berthing and planning
Operational details and access information for the destination.
Marina and yacht access
Marina access
Anguilla is more anchorage and tender focused than marina-led.
Berthing
Large yachts usually use anchorages and tenders, with local entry and weather planning important.
Planning details
Best time to visit
The winter season is the principal yacht and luxury travel period.
Coordinates
18.195495, -63.075023
Time ashore
Hospitality and experiences
Hotels and accommodation
Cap Juluca; Four Seasons Anguilla; Malliouhana; Aurora Anguilla; Zemi Beach House
Restaurants
Blanchards; Jacala; Straw Hat; Veya; beach restaurants and resort dining
Attractions and places
Shoal Bay; Meads Bay; Sandy Ground; Prickly Pear; Sandy Island; beach restaurants
Events
Anguilla summer festival, winter luxury season and Leeward Islands yacht activity.