Located on approximately 170 acres in the Virgin Islands National Park, the Caneel Bay Resort offers family-friendly accommodations and activities. This waterfront resort features seven private beaches that border the property. The Caneel Bay Resort was once part of the Rockresorts hotel chain owned by Laurance Rockefeller.
Caneel Bay offers a variety of recreational activities, including sailing, kayaking, windsurfing, swimming, tennis, jet skiing and hiking. Just off the coastline, scuba diving and snorkeling enthusiasts will find a coral reef filled with tropical fish, which is part of the U.S. National Park.
On-site amenities include several mini-bars, four fine-dining restaurants, a dive shop, a private dock, a fitness center and an outdoor swimming pool. Resort accommodations feature beachfront access, views of the bay or garden and court-side views.
The Gallows Point Resort offers waterfront accommodations with panoramic views of St. John's Cruz Bay. The resort's spacious suites and villas range in size from about 750 to 1,000 square feet. On-site dining is available at Zozo's Ristorante. Continental breakfast is served daily at the Gallows Point Gourmet. Both also offer room-service menus for in-room dining.
The on-site swimming pool is amoeba-shaped and located near the beach, along with an outdoor whirlpool hot tub. A few steps from the resort, guests can go swimming and snorkeling in Cruz Bay. Kayaks and small boats are also available for guest use. Since the Gallows Point Resort is primarily for adults, only children over the age of 12 are welcome.
Gallows Point offers wedding and honeymoon packages, including on-site ceremony locations, bridal suite accommodations and professional photography sessions. Honeymoon packages also feature limousine services, dinner for two and private island tours.
Also located on Cruz Bay, The Westin Resort of St. John is situated on 34 acres of private island. Many of Westin's luxury suites are equipped with their own balcony, in-room whirlpool hot tub and views of the sea. The private beachfront comprises more than 1,200 feet, offering a number of water sports' activities and a waterfront dock.
The Westin Resort's grounds feature brick walkways that form the shape of a fish bone, as well as tropical plants, palm trees and multi-colored flower gardens. As a family-friendly resort, the Westin offers all children under the age of 18 to stay free with their parents. The resort also features a teen center, children's club, and kids eat free (a maximum of two) per each dining adult.
The resort offers four on-site restaurants including Cruz Bay Prime's fine dining or casual dining at the Beach Cafe and Bar, Snorkel's Bar or the Mango Deli. Other hotel amenities include a poolside bar, a health club and spa. Guests can book a variety of island tours or activity trips through the front desk.
