Best resort in st thomas virgin island

Easily one of the most family-friendly vacation hubs that the United States has to offer, St. Thomas is “the” spot to be if a vacation chock-full of things to do is your jam.

From parasailing to hiking to zip lining to long beach days on the white sands to verdant hills to lovely tourist spots such as the Coral World Ocean Park, the chances of finding something here that enthralls and caters to every family member’s wishes are extremely high.

To add the very delicious cherry to the top of this yummy cake, you’ll find more family-friendly accommodation on St. Thomas than the neighboring St. John or St. Croix — that’s half the job done and more than half the vacation-planning worry done away with.

On your next family vacation to St. Thomas, consider my round-up of the best St. Thomas family resorts for your U.S. Virgin Islands basecamp.

1. The Ritz-Carlton St. Thomas

A gorgeous oceanfront property sprawled across 30 acres, The Ritz-Carlton St.Thomas has a ton of fun in store; you can sail, snorkel or just kick back and relax on the white powdery sands of the Great Bay.

The hotel boasts a splendid infinity-edge swimming pool — also oceanfront — and 4 world-class restaurants with some pretty sumptuous fare on offer.

Even better, head to the beach and set up your own private family barbecue dinner.

Additionally, the hotel doesn’t neglect its youngest guests; you can find spa services exclusives for the young ones, a dedicated pool for tykes and tots, the option of having family movie nights.

Oh, and don’t forget Ritz Kids, the hotel’s award-winning kids’ club where kids can dabble in sand art, lawn games and beach activities, to name a few.

Things are truly family-friendly at The Ritz.

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2. Marriott Frenchman’s Cove

The Marriott Frenchman’s Cove is a great option if you’re looking for a luxurious St. Thomas family getaway.

The resort boasts a secluded beach, vibrant, luxurious villas and an excellent oceanfront pool.

The colorful villas feature fully-equipped kitchens and balconies with great views; families can either choose the one or two-bedroom options.

Apart from a great onsite restaurant, you can also stock up on essentials and munchies at the onsite market; take your supplies back to your comfy villas and make dinner a private family affair with tons of family bonding.

Guests of the Frenchman’s Cove can also head to the Morning Star Beach Resort and enjoy its 9 wonderful restaurants.

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3. Marriott Reef and Morning Star Beach Resort

Another must consider when it comes to St. Thomas family hotels is the Marriott Reef and Morning Star Beach Resort with its gorgeous bay views, beautiful modern architecture and excellent services and amenities.

Sharing borders with the Frenchman’s Cove (they’re on the same property), the gigantic beach resort is a world unto itself, with assured views wherever you are.

It plays home to a beautiful oceanfront infinity-edge pool, 9 specialty onsite restaurants and a great spa.

Guestrooms are equipped with kitchenettes and are conveniently a stone’s throw away from the Morning Star Beach, saving you the trouble of walking long distances, carrying all the smelly wet clothes and beach toys.

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4. Bluebeard’s Beach Club

With like Bluebeard to back it up, you can rest assured that your stay at the oceanfront Bluebeard’s Beach Club will involve quite a bit of history, adventure and fun, especially with the Paradise Point Tramway and the Atlantis Submarine Expedition closeby.

Guest families can choose from Studio Suites, featuring a sleeper sofa and a king bed, or the One-Bedroom Condos, featuring sleeper sofas, kitchenettes and a private bedroom.

Both options come with their own private balconies.

To add to the fun and adventure, the resort has its own water sports center; there’s a great swimming pool for those who like their days low on the adventure.

Pick up souvenirs at the onsite gift shop and enjoy a delicious dinner buffet every night.

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5. Secret Harbor Beach Resort

Another great option in St. Thomas, USVI, the Secret Harbor Beach Resort features is a combination of vacation rentals, great amenities and even better water sports.

This St. Thomas resort offers guests the option of choosing from one and two-bedroom suites; the suites all feature private balconies or patios and fully-equipped kitchens.

If you don’t want to make use of your kitchen, worry not.

There are two onsite restaurants serving a variety of yummy food.

Head to the water sports center to enjoy some of the best scuba diving in the world, or take a break and head to the spa for some lovely treatments, while the kids splash around in the lovely freshwater pool.

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6. Best Western Plus Emerald Beach

As the name says, you have access to the emerald-green waters and pristine sands of the Emerald Beach, should you choose to stay at the Best Western Plus Emerald Beach.

At this resort, your Caribbean vacation will feature delicious food at the onsite restaurant and yummy cocktails at the fun pool bar, as well as fun water sports; you can rent equipment for the water sports on the beach.

The guestrooms all feature beachfront balconies — time to get the ‘Gram jealous with an awesome backdrop in your family pictures (uploading will be a breeze with the hotel’s free Wi-Fi).

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7. Virgin Islands Campground

The Virgin Islands Campground is indeed a Caribbean camping ground but with more than a touch of luxury, excellent service and great amenities added — glamping in the truest sense.

Families can enjoy the comfortable wood and canvas cottages featuring super-cozy beds and electricity; cottages can comfortably accommodate 4-member families.

Of course, the camping factor has to come in — you’ll be sharing bathrooms.

Additionally, you have full access to The Pavilion, where you can whip up meals for the family in the shared kitchen.

If you want to add a touch of privacy to your glamping experience, stay at The Suite; this spacious suite features a private bathroom, shower, kitchen and a beautiful terrace that gives you even better views of the ocean.

Apart from this, you can enjoy the hotel’s hot tub and rent snorkeling gear.

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8. Sapphire Beach Resort

The last (but essential.) feature on my list of hotels in St. Thomas US Virgin Islands for families is the Sapphire Beach Resort.

At this gem of a property, in the tropical paradise that St. Thomas is, there seems to be no dearth of things to do.

The resort has its own artificial reef that guests can snorkel around when they’re not busy exploring ancient Mayan ruins, tubing through the thick jungles, soaking in the sun on the private beach or cave hopping in Belize.

The rooms are all equipped with flat-screen televisions, furnished balconies and private bathrooms.

The onsite restaurant is a must visit if you dig mouth-smacking seafood; you’ll be spoilt for choice between the fresh catch and local delicacies they serve.

The hotel arranges PADI dive lessons and scuba excursions for guests, whereas the tykes and tots can enjoy a spot of surfing or splashing around in the hotel’s pool.

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Final Word

The Caribbean is a lovely spot to go on a family vacation; St. Thomas is a gem in the tropical paradise that the U.S Virgin Islands are and these resorts only serve to increase its allure to vacationers.

Great amenities, a ton of activities and a little something for everyone awaits those who vacation at these resorts — consider picking them on your next getaway for a great time and book your trip today!

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