St John, US Virgin Islands is unlike many Caribbean tourist spots. Here are some surprising things that make St John a unique vacation destination.

• The island is mostly Virgin Islands National Park.
• Trip planners will quickly discover that St John does not have an airport!
• St John doesn’t have long beaches lined with all inclusive resorts!

While these differences are a big part of what makes the island one of the Hottest Caribbean Destinations – it’s also presents some challenges. Chief among the Where To Stay on St John? And since you’ve found this page – you’ve also found the answer! Keep reading to find the perfect place to stay on the Island.

ST JOHN RESORTS

The Westin St John – $$$$

St John’s only true resort is the 47 acre Westin St John! Choose from studio, 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom, and 3 bedroom “villas”. And enjoy on-site amenities that include a white sand beach, pool, WestinWORKOUT® Fitness Studio, Westin Family Kids Club, tennis courts and more! Convenient to Cruz Bay restaurants, shops and transportation. And just a short drive or taxi to some of St John’s TOP BEACHES and SNORKELING inside the Virgin Islands National Park!

For more details and to plan your vacation please visit Westin St John Villa Rentals.

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Lovango Resort & Beach Club* – $$$$$$

*Located on 44 acres of Lovango Cay, 10 minutes by boat from Cruz Bay, St John. The resort offers a villa, Treehouse, and glamping accommodations. Guests enjoy the relative privacy this remote island offers. As well as first-class amenities including pool, pool cabanas, restaurant, shop, snorkeling , hiking and water sports. For more details and to plan your vacation please visit Lovango Resort & Beach Club.

RESORT-STYLE PLACES TO STAY

While St John has just one true resort, you will find some resort-style places to stay in and around Cruz Bay. While they may not offer the full resort experience – they do have additional amenities you may not find at a hotel, B&B, small inn.

Grande Bay Resort – $$$

Located in Cruz Bay, this very popular spot is a short walk to most of the restaurants, bars, shops and transportation in Cruz Bay. Amenities include a gym/fitness room, parking, pool and spa.

For more details and to plan your vacation please visit Grande Bay Resort vacation rentals

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Gallows Point Resort – $$$

Located in Cruz Bay, this popular spot is also a short walk to all of the restaurants, bars, shops and transportation. Gallows Point offers guests a unique location with pool and snorkeling almost at your doorstep! On-site restaurant and more!

For more details and to plan your vacation please visit Gallows Point Resort

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Cinnamon Bay Resort – $

REOPENING in JAN 2022 – Located inside the National Park, this collection of “cottages” and eco-tents have front row seats to beautiful Cinnamon Bay Beach. Guests can enjoy simple amenities like bathrooms/showers, small gift shop, restaurant (future concession). Stay tuned for the reopening.

ST JOHN VACATION RENTALS

Most visitors stay at one of over 800 vacation villas and rentals that span St John island.

Most visitors stay at one of over 800 vacation villas and rentals that span St John island. Finding the perfect place can be a challenge. You’ll find lots of options from ultra lux’ villas with nightly rates of $2,000 and up to more affordable condos, cottages and apartments. Our vacation rental partner has a great site that makes the process of browsing and finding the right place .. Fun! Punch in your details like number of guests, dates if you have them and any must-have amenities. Sort the results by rate and start browsing! If something jumps out at you, scroll to the bottom of the listing to find the owner or manager’s full contact information. Or reach out via the Listing Contact Form with questions or to request a quote. The best part is you’re cutting out the big online travel sites, like VRBO and AirBnb, and the big guest service fees they charge you!

For more details and to plan your vacation please visit St John Villa Rentals

ST JOHN B&Bs / SMALL INNS

Is your idea of the perfect vacation an intimate-sized place to stay that offers the convenience of breakfast? You’re in luck! St John has (2) places that will check those boxes!

Estate Lindholm B&B – $$

Located on the hillside overlooking Cruz Bay, you’ll find (16) guest suites set amid tropical gardens. Guest rooms have small kitchenettes. And breakfasts are taken on the pool-side stone terraces, with beautiful views to St Thomas and stunning sunsets!

For more details and to plan your vacation please visit Estate Lindholm

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Garden by the Sea – $

As repeat guests will attest, island charm surrounds you when you stay at this wonderful (3) suite B&B.  Scrumptious breakfasts await. Your hosts get rave reviews! Choose from The Garden Room, The Terrace Room, and the Wild Ginger Room.

For more details and to plan your vacation please visit Garden by the Sea

ST JOHN LUXURY VILLAS

If budget be damned sounds like your type of vacation rental …. then you’ll want to check out these absolutely stunning places to stay! Browse 1 – 7 bedroom luxury villas, with amenities like huge main suites, king beds, A/C, pools, spas, ocean views … and even walk-to beach / water access!

For more details and to plan your vacation please visit Luxury St John vacation rentals

ST JOHN BEACHFRONT / WATERFRONT / WATER ACCESS RENTALS

The National Park on St John spans the center 2/3rds of the island. Most of the TOP BEACHES are located inside the National Park. So, beachfront vacation rentals are very rare and usually come at a premium. You’ll also find some waterfront and water access vacation rentals. These villas are either perched on a rocky point above the ocean and/or have a path or stairs to a small pocket beach or coral pebble “beach”.

For more details and to browse places to stay visit St John Beachfront / Waterfront / Water Access vacation rentals

ST JOHN ISLAND COTTAGES

Looking for a cute or sophisticated St John island cottage vacation rental? You’ll find a large selection … located across the island … at a wide range of rates and amenities.

For more details and to browse places to stay visit St John island cottage vacation rentals

ST JOHN CAMPING / GLAMPING

Cinnamon Bay Resort – $

REOPENING JAN 2022 – Located inside the National Park, this collection of “cottages” and eco-tents have front row seats to beautiful Cinnamon Bay Beach. Guests can enjoy simple amenities like bathrooms/showers, small gift shop, restaurant (future concession). Stay tuned for the reopening.

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Lovango Resort & Beach Club* – $$$$$$

*Located on 44 acres of Lovango Cay, 10 minutes by boat from Cruz Bay, St John. The resort offers glamping accommodations. Guests enjoy the relative privacy this remote island offers. As well as first-class amenities including pool, pool cabanas, restaurant, shop, snorkeling , hiking and water sports. For more details and to plan your vacation please visit Lovango Resort & Beach Club.