Sand Castle on the Beach is one of my favorite places in St. Croix. We visit often and always have…read morea great experience. The beachfront setting is beautiful, the atmosphere is relaxed, and it's a wonderful place to spend the day or enjoy a meal. It's one of the first places we recommend to friends and family when they visit the island.

The view is amazing with the beach right there and a good view of the sunset. The food was a tad…read morepricey for the quality/what you get. The buffalo sauce was like franks red hot sauce instead of a true buffalo sauce, but the portion of the wings was good for the price. Overall a decent experience and service was good!

We love this little boutique getaway. We have been here twice. It's such a remote location, but…read morestill not too far from bars or town. Close enough to the beach to open the windows to hear the waves.

Very chill spot and will likely return. Water is very calm and clear out back with lots of good…read moresnorkeling. Bed was comfy. You can log in to your Netflix. Restaurant next door is good for a morning coffee or in a pinch but it's just alright. Pretty expensive. This is in a good location. Rent a car for sure. Two trips in a taxi is more than a day rental car at centerline rentals. Check out my other reviews for st Croix restaurants we visited. This was our second trip. First time was Hotel on the Cay. Probably about the same, better beach here, different snorkeling there. Colder and deeper so we saw eagle rays (10 years ago). Lots is turtles our back here... There too, sting rays, barracuda, and lots of pretty reef fish here. You can snorkel the rocks up close to the beach on the left or right, or the rocks a bit further out to the left are good too. Snorkeling the pier was very cool

The hotel is very visually appealing. The layout is nice and the sexual innuendos are everywhere…read more The pool and hot tub were worth it. The bar had its perks. Beers were priced right and the Painkiller was by far the best mixed drink. Small thing is in the room dropped it from a perfect 5-star review. The Keurig was without pods and the lamp didn't work. Oh, well. We would stay here again.

The room, gift shop, food, pool hot tub, no kids and of course, THE VIEW. EVERYTHING about The Fred…read moreis fantastic!! Loved it so much, already booked our stay but for 2 weeks this time!!

Really nice boutique hotel with great location and beautiful views.. easy check in, Manager Keith…read moreis nice and friendly. Quiet area. Very clean. Will book again.

I stayed here last week while I was in St. Croix to work a few days. I reserved the cheapest room…read morebut before I got there they called me to let me know they had a cancellation and upgraded me into a suite facing the ocean. The view was amazing! I was able to see the ocean while laying on my bed. One morning I saw a cruise ship approaching the island! I didn't get a chance to try the breakfast because I left too early each morning. Parking was easy to find on the street in front of the hotel especially since my rental car was compact. This place was the most reasonable place I could find and I'm glad I stayed here and saved my job a little travel money.

We did not stay at the Victoria House, but stopped in to have a drink on the Saturday Evening…read morebefore Easter. Fredrikstead was fairly quite, but Victoria House was hoping and everyone seemed to be having a lovely time. My husband and I each ordered a drink and did a little people watching. The bartender was very friendly, the drinks were well made, and the prices were affordable. There was a band playing, and the atmosphere was fun. A very nice place to visit.

Location is good for snorkeling but the Coral Reef room needs improvements. The WiFi and TV didn't…read morework the entire week we were there, the room smelled very musty and damp, and we were constantly woken up by the roosters living in the tree right outside the room. There was also a music festival going on most of the time we were there, often playing until 5 am. I understand that the hotel has no control over the festival (and they did offer us earplugs), but it would have been great if they could have tried to minimize other noise during the day, for example, pause amplified music from the Ruff Night bar and try to do something about the roosters living directly above the room.

Do not be fooled because this is owned by Marriott. Throw the whole hotel away!…read more Pros: Beautiful, picturesque Check in staff were friendly and apologized for the inconveniences. Con's: Housekeeping came banging on the door at 20 til asking when I was leaving instead of just waiting until after the scheduled checkout time. Housekeeper also let herself in while I was showering and asked if I needed cleaning that day (chain was on the door and it was "locked") Stains in toilets, and all over vanity chair Checked in online the day before alerting business id arrive at 2pm. Room was not ready until after 4:30pm (check in time is 4) Staff provide verbal directions and let you on your way. No one shows you anything or walks with you. Everything is extremely overpriced. DO NOT EAT HERE! Min 30 mins drive from everything (MUST RENT A CAR) Room 75 is excessively noisy. It's where the house keepers yap about their day, the golf carts park and it's just outside the parking lot and parallel to the pool so you hear noise all day/ night it's impossible to relax.

Our family chose to spend Christmas 2025 in the Caribbean, and Carambola Resort provided a truly…read morebeautiful setting for our holiday. The property is tucked away in the hills, surrounded by breathtaking scenery that feels peaceful and untouched. Its secluded location made the beaches feel private--soft sand, clear blue water, and the constant sound of waves crashing. The soothing ocean sounds made nights especially relaxing, while the calm water during the day was perfect for splashing, swimming, and enjoying family time. The resort atmosphere was quiet and clean, making it easy to unwind. Drinks were always perfectly frozen, which was a nice treat in the warm island weather. There's a lounge available throughout the day, as well as a restaurant for dinner, and the lounge also serves casual food if you're in the mood for something lighter. The pizza from the lounge was especially good. Dining at the restaurant offered a nice variety of steak and seafood options. Breakfast was a highlight, with a full buffet available each morning along with made-to-order omelets. Be sure to look closely around the omelet station--there's a little hidden surprise where you can often find French toast or pancakes. We missed it the first couple of days but were glad once we discovered it. For those who enjoy a bit of adventure, a roughly 45-minute hike over the hill is well worth the effort. The trail leads to stunning tidal pools and opens up to a striking black stone beach. The sound of the waves crashing against the rocks and the stones rustling underfoot creates an unforgettable, almost magical experience. Overall, Carambola offered a serene, scenic escape that made our Christmas in the Caribbean truly special.

Absolutely beautiful views of the ocean from our bedroom door. Carl and Amanda were wonderful hosts…read morewith plenty of information on what to see and where to eat on the Island. Had a great time using the Villa's snorkeling equipment to explore the ocean just seconds from our patio. Loved our stay here !!!

From the owner: Paradise Found! St. Croix’s top beachfront villa vacation rental offers the intimate tropical…read moreescape you’ve always dreamed about. Stylish suites offering incredible 180-degree sea views just feet from the ocean, with kitchenettes, private baths, balconies, 50Mbit/s Internet. Splash in the fresh pool, sunbathe on the spacious deck, entertain at the Tiki Bar, or blissfully stargaze the night away. Secluded for intimacy and privacy, yet minutes away from local restaurants, entertainment, charming historical Christiansted, plus tons of watersports and marina activities. Villa Margarita is the perfect Caribbean escape!"

The service was very good. They were very hands-on helpful loved it. I had a broom that I couldn't…read moreaccess. They changed it in my room. The people are very nice. Would recommend 10 out of 10. Can't wait till the remodeling gets done.

Came here for a beach day and it was delightful! We rented a cabana and two chairs. Being pregnant,…read moreI wasn't able to sample the alcoholic drinks, but they were able to make blended drinks non-alcoholic for me which was nice. They have a restaurant which does not have a fryer. It's too bad, because I think that if they could do some fried seafood, or french fries they would have the perfect menu!

More food options would be greatly appreciated. The property has wildlife roaming and a few deer…read moreonsite.

While our stay in STX had us at a friends house, we got to experience some of The Buccaneer's…read moreamenities. Access was simple: a quick mention to the guard that we were dining at the restaurant, and we were welcomed into the resort. We spent time at Mermaid Beach, soaking in the sun and clear waters. Although we did not use the pool since we weren't hotel guests, the beach offered plenty of enjoyment. The staff were incredibly friendly, and the food was consistently good. Sitting on the patio, we enjoyed our meal with an unforgettable ocean view. It's easy for expectations to be high when visiting a destination resort, but it's important to remember the challenges of island logistics. Considering that nearly everything arrives by boat, the locals do a truly commendable job of supporting tourism and providing guest with their best possible experience.

Had a great time diving with Nep2une in early July. Did both guided day and night pier dives and a…read morecouple morning two-tank boat dives over 4 days. They offer a full concierge service with your gear so if you don't want to handle setting anything up or tearing it down they will handle it all to include transporting it the short (100 yards or so) walk to the dock on the pier. After the diving they have gear rinse stations to clean gear off. Their default appears to be cleaning your gear for you, but I was also welcome to handle my gear myself. If you are going to dive with them over multiple days they will even keep your gear hung up in their shop so you needn't tend to it yourself. But do remember to hang onto your mask and fins if you want to spend some time snorkeling on the beaches in between dives! Their boat is a six pack and has probably the easiest entry into the water. Simply take a seat at the back of the boat and slip on your mask and fins. Then they'll position your cylinder and BCD behind you such that all you need to do is put your arms through the shoulder straps. From there just lean forward and you are in the water. No giant stride or back rolling for those who don't care for either of those. Most importantly there's no walking across a pitching and rolling boat deck with a cylinder, weights and a BCD on your back. It's the easiest entry I've seen in almost 30 years. If (like my wife) you find getting geared up and into the water the most bothersome part of diving, Capt K and her crew will take that burden off your shoulders--literally. Diving the Frederiksted pier is a must do dive, provided there isn't a cruise ship docked at the time. If you want to see turtles they have a great number of them. If you have a good eye (or one of their sharp eyed guides) you might just spot a juvenile drum fish, not even an inch long, in the turtle grass. There's also spotted and moray eels and octopi waiting to be found. The pier dive runs 30-35 for much of it and makes for a nice easy dive to start the trip off with. There's a giant stride entry off the lower dock portion (don't worry, it's only a few feet to the water) and the exit will be on the other side where there are some stairs to bring you back up to the street. If you only have the opportunity to do one dive while on St Croix, make it the Frederiksted Pier. If you want to do a night dive, the pier is also an amazing dive for that seeing all the nocturnal creatures and their activities like eels out hunting. Don't have lights? No worries, Nep2une can provide those to you. If you are running a camera rig they also have clearly marked camera rinse tubs. For those unaware the defog in masks can destroy the seals on a camera so it's important not to rinse masks in the camera tubs. I look forward to diving with them again during my next trip into the island.

Had a great time with Paul on our Frederiksted Pier dive Tuesday (8/26). We had originally planned…read moreon diving with Neptune for all of our dives but they had to cancel our boat dives due to inclement weather, they were kind enough to recommend Bluewater Adventures who has boat that is better suited for choppy water. Paul was knowledgeable and attentive and had us off the pier in no time. He kept a keen eye out for interesting sea life during our dive, which included a turtles, eels, stingrays, puffers, and many other sea creatures. Overall, Paul made my wife and I feel safe and welcome. I appreciate and respect the Neptune crew for cancelling our boat dives, recognizing that they wouldn't be able to provide a safe dive experience and recommending a dive crew that could.