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• Map of where to stay in St Croix: 3 options
• 01- Cane Bay
• 02-Frederiksted
• 03- Christiansted
• Final thoughts

My husband and I drove all the way around the island to get a “feel” for the different areas. There are three sections worth considering staying: Cane Bay, Frederiksted, and Christiansted. All have their pros and cons. Deciding which area is going to be best for you will depend on several factors such as the activities you want to do, whether you require the property to be beachfront, and proximity to restaurants and bars. 

This is the location where my husband and I stayed, and we absolutely loved it (so I am going to be biased)!!! 

While we were in St Croix, we drove past this boutique hotel getting renovated. Now it should be open and ready for business, and it looks absolutely stunning! Waves has 11 modern oceanfront rooms, a bar serving craft cocktails, and one of the top restaurants (AMA) on the island focusing on sustainable seafood. 

There are several beautiful villa rentals situated cliffside along Cane Bay. We chose The Pearl and will only book here in the future! This gorgeous Mediterranean-style property SURPASSED our expectations. It is only a 5-minute walk to several restaurants and the incredibly picturesque Cane Bay Beach. Let me take you on a tour. 

THE POOL 

As soon as you pull into the gated entrance at The Breakers, you will be beckoned by the property’s private outdoor pool to jump on in. My husband and I spent many hours relaxing out here, sipping on cocktails, and watching the ocean waves crash on the rocks below us. Any stress will instantly melt away. I truly felt I was on vacation here! 

I also loved the constant breeze we received being right on the cliffs by the ocean. What does that mean? Little to no mosquitoes! I am a walking buffet, and I did not get one bite while staying in our villa. That is a record for me. 

Relaxing on the pool rafts at The Breakers at Cane Bay 

Our friend who joined us by the pool 

MAIN FLOOR (2nd floor)

The villa has three floors, all with balconies facing the ocean. The main floor has a living room, dining area, and full kitchen. We loved making some homemade meals, sitting outside and dining al fresco on the oceanfront balcony, and being mesmerized by the crashing ocean. Expect some beautiful sunsets! 

By the way, this is probably the most well-stocked kitchen I have encountered during our travels. They even had proper champagne and martini glasses, which I greatly appreciated. 

Oh, and did I mention how CLEAN this villa is? This is super important to me! 

UPPER FLOOR (3rd floor)

The Breakers is a 2-bedroom 2-bathroom property with a 1/2 bath located by the pool. We stayed on the 3rd floor, which had a huge bedroom with vaulted ceilings, an ensuite bathroom with a travertine shower, and an ample-sized oceanfront balcony. 

We often left the door open, letting the ocean waves lull us to sleep. Best white noise machine ever! 

LOWER FLOOR (1st floor) 

The lower 1st floor is a carbon copy of the upper 3rd floor, so expect another master bedroom with an ensuite bathroom. You can easily see why this triplex design is perfect for 2 couples. Both bedrooms are huge with private balconies, so no one feels like they got the “inferior room.” A stackable washer and dryer are located on the first floor bedroom, so you do not have to pack much. 

TripAdvisor readers love Cottages by the Sea, which is actually one of the oldest hotels in St Croix and is still owned by the founding family, the Benedicts. It is located right on a beautiful beach, where you can snorkel and swim. Normally, the water is calm on this side of the island. 

Most cottages come with a full kitchen if you want to cook a few meals at home. The only downside is there is no pool, but you can use the pool at the hotel Sandcastle on the Beach next door for a fee. 

This beachfront, adults-only hotel is located right in town and has a swanky, eclectic, modern vibe. It boasts two saltwater pools adjacent to the outdoor bar, which serves up all the rum cocktails you can handle.

The Fred has great reviews on Tripadvisor. A few guests have mentioned it can get quite lively and loud, so if you are looking for a quiet oasis this may not be it. 

St John USVI has very few beachfront properties. In contrast, St Croix has quite a few. If your dream Caribbean vacation means waking up and walking right out to the beach, you have some options. 

This historic beachfront hotel has quite a history. It all started when a Knight of Malta constructed the first building in 1653. The property has transformed over time from a sugar factory to growing cotton and then raising cattle before it became a hotel. Quite a few famous celebrities and politicians have enjoyed a stay at the Buccaneer including Kirk Douglas, Michael Jackson, Bill O’Reilly, and even President Joe Biden. 

The Buccaneer has many amenities including a golf course, tennis court, pool, and spa. Another perk is its close proximity to downtown Christiansted, which is a short 8-minute drive. Christiansted has a lot of the top restaurants in St Croix such as Savant, 40 Eats and Drink, and Toast Diner.

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