Sand Castle on the BeachvsThe Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas
Sand Castle on the Beach and The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas are both praised by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas is preferred by most reviewers compared to Sand Castle on the Beach. The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas scores 94 with praise from 5 publications such as Travel + Leisure, Forbes Travel Guide and Fodor's.
Sand Castle on the Beach
127 Smithfield, Frederiksted Beach, Frederiksted 00840, St. Croix
From $209/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"Right on a gorgeous stretch of white beach, Sandcastle has a tropical charm that harks back to a simpler time in the Caribbean; its nearness to Frederiksted's interesting dining scene is also a plus. " Full review
Frommer's
"This 21-room hotel right on Frederiksted Beach has long had a gay and lesbian following, but it’s welcoming to all, with friendly service and splendid sunset views" Full review
Lonely Planet
"Right on the beach about a mile south of Frederiksted, 21-room Sand Castle is one of the few gay- and lesbian-oriented hotels in the Virgin Islands." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Quick beach access, two freshwater pools, and complimentary breakfast are just a few of the perks awaiting guests at Sand Castle on the Beach, a charming gay-owned abode found on the island of St"
The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas
6900 Great Bay, 00802, St. Thomas
From $655/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"Everything sparkles at the island's most luxurious resort, from the in-room furnishings and amenities to the infinity pool, white-sand beach, and turquoise sea beyond." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"From rum-punch-accompanied check-ins and nighttime snorkel tours to the emotional goodbye drink at the bar, everything about the 180-room island treasure hums along with fluidity.
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Travel + Leisure
"This lush 30-acre Mediterranean-style resort with terracotta roofs and sunshine-yellow-washed walls stands apart as one of the U.S. Virgin Islands’ most tranquil and civilized oases." Full review
Frommer's
"This is the island’s one true luxury resort." Full review
Michelin Guide
"Though the facilities are almost comically expansive — two private white sand beaches, four restaurants, a vast full-service spa and fitness complex, and more meeting facilities" Full review