Saba Beaches: Cove Bay

Cove Bay

Visitors will discover there are plenty of advantages to visiting a beach that's located away from any major metropolitan areas, like not having to struggle through a crowd every time you want to take a dip and Cove Bay fits the bill nicely.

Located on the northeastern side of Saba, where the waters are usually rough, lies protected Cove Bay. A calm blue pool nestled among large boulders is the swimming area. The shore is a mix of small rocks and gray sands that stretches for about 20 feet. Cove Bay is just a short walk from the airport.

While Saba has beaches that are more secluded than Cove Bay the mix of natural beauty, personality and atmosphere provided by this beach could be what you are looking for.

Seclusion and privacy are part of the draw to Saba's beaches, and you'll find a bit of that style of travel at Cove Bay though you'll never be too far away, either. With cities nearby but not too close you won't lack for anything.

Many visitors feel that the level of activity at a beach and its amenities are important. Others feel that getting the chance to spend a day in the sun and experience seclusion is the best part of the beach. No matter what you're looking for, Saba has plenty to choose from, and Cove Bay may be the perfect beach for you.

Location

Beach-goers will find this stretch of sand 1.3 miles from Mt. Scenery, on the northeastern coast of Saba. Cove Bay is close to Hell's Gate, so you can tour the town after your visit to the beach.

Nearby Hotels

The number of other guests enjoying the beach can vary widely -- it depends on when you visit. The beach is not adjacent to any large hotels but it can appeal to vacationers from smaller hotels in the general area. If you're looking for a place to stay near here you have some good options to consider.

Nearby hotels are listed in the following table.

Nearest Hotels to Cove Bay
Hotel NameDistanceNo. of
Rooms
Queen's Garden Resort 1.6 mi. 13

Amenities and Ambience

Saba is said to have no beaches, in fact, Cove Bay is not a beach, but is excactly what it claims - a small cove with a protected swimming area. Saba is better known for its snorkeling and diving.

Who you share these sands with will depend on the time of day, season, and other factors. A few of Saba's beaches may hardly ever be crowded, while others are frequently crowded especially during the high season. An important thing to remember when considering a day at the beach may be the size of the crowd you'll encounter. While some like a crowded beach with plenty of people and activity, some would rather relax in a peaceful spot by themselves.

Like so many places in Saba this beach has a distinctive quality which will attract certain visitors. The personality of this beach is rather different from other beach locations in Saba. Cove Bay's rocky shores are better used as a place to reach the water, and isn't far from the airport.

Attractions

The beach is pretty close to several worthwhile natural attractions, like Mt. Scenery which you will find 1.3 miles to the southwest of Cove Bay.

Plenty of nearby activities will ensure that you never run out of diversions. Attractions close to this beach can found in the following table.

Attractions Near Cove Bay
Attraction NameDistanceDirectionType
Flat Point 0.3 mi. N.A. Airport
Around the Bend 1.1 mi. SW Shopping
Sea Saba 1.1 mi. SW Watersport
Breadfruit Gallery 1.1 mi. SW Shopping
Jobean Designs 1.1 mi. SW Shopping
Lynn Gallery 1.1 mi. SW Shopping
Saba Museum 1.2 mi. SW Museum
El Momo Folk Art 1.2 mi. SW Shopping
Mt. Scenery 1.3 mi. SW Natural Attraction
Saba Marine Park 2.2 mi. S Zoo/Wildlife Sanctuary

Food

It doesn't matter what kind of meal, an absolutely wonderful way to start-- or end-- your day is often enjoying an area restaurant, where you'll be able to sample local cuisine without having to go far from the beach.

The table below provides some restaurants closest to this beach.

Restaurants Near Cove Bay
Restaurant NameCuisine TypeMeals ServedDistanceDirection
YIIK Contemporary breakfast, lunch, dinner 1.1 mi. N.A.
Brigadoon Restaurant Caribbean dinner 1.1 mi. SW
Saba Chinese Bar & Restaurant Chinese lunch & dinner 1.2 mi. SW
Swinging Doors Eclectic lunch & dinner 1.2 mi. N.A.
Tropics Cafe Contemporary breakfast, lunch, dinner 1.2 mi. SW
Corazon Asian lunch & dinner 1.4 mi. S
Lime Time Bar and Restaurant Caribbean lunch & dinner 2.2 mi. SW
In Two Deep Eclectic lunch 2.7 mi. SW

Every location has its own cuisine, and Saba is no different. A unique place to experience delicious local specialty dishes is directly on the beach. Many hotels will prepare a picnic lunch for you, or you can obtain picnic supplies on your way to the beach.

Other Beaches

Vacationers will find plenty of beaches in Saba, so Cove Bay is just one of the options.

The variety found in Saba makes for many experiences for many different travelers, even if you've planned a vacation far from Cove Bay.

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