St. Croix, the biggest and most diverse of the US Virgin Islands, serves up powder-soft beaches, rich history, and that easy-breezy Caribbean rhythm you came for. Travellers on a budget will love Frederiksted’s cosy guesthouses close to local eats and sunset piers, while luxury seekers can drift off in upscale beachfront resorts along Cane Bay. Over in Christiansted, boutique hotels mix colonial charm with modern comforts, ideal for culture buffs who want to wander markets, galleries, and lively waterfront bars just steps from their door.

Once a major sugar cane producer, the island still keeps its rum-making traditions alive, so sampling a local tipple is a must. You can delve deeper into its heritage at the Estate Whim Museum or step back in time at the imposing Fort Christiansvaern. The towns of Christiansted and Frederiksted are perfect for wandering, with their colourful architecture, independent shops, lively eateries, and a thriving arts scene at the Caribbean Museum Centre for the Arts.

Beyond the towns, St. Croix’s natural beauty steals the show. The surrounding waters are a dream for snorkelling and diving, with Buck Island Reef National Monument offering some of the best underwater sights. Rainbow Beach tempts with paddleboarding, live music, and rum cocktails, while nature lovers can explore Sandy Point Wildlife Refuge, the lush St. George Village Botanical Gardens, or venture inland for hiking, cycling, and horseback riding trails. And with beachfront hotels offering sailing, kayaking, and easy access to secluded coves, it’s easy to turn your stay into the ultimate island escape.

The Best Places to Stay on St. Croix

For Historic Charm

• Company House Hotel in Christiansted offers 33 elegant rooms in a recently restored 18th-century building. Pick this place for the sense of history, comfortable bedrooms and inviting courtyard pool. An ideal base for exploring historic Christiansted as a family or couple. Business travellers can make the most of the meeting facilities.

For a Seaside Stay

• Tamarind Reef Resort is a laid-back beach hotel with landscaped gardens, four tennis courts, two restaurants and a plethora of land & sea-based activities. Great for families, spacious guestrooms are traditionally-decorated and have private, ocean-facing balconies. Friendly and affordable.
• Chenay Bay Beach Resort promises a fun and relaxed family holiday at the seaside, with flexible accommodation in stone cottages, as well as a large infinity pool, a tennis court, snorkelling gear and kayaks. Cottages are self-catering, and there's also an onsite restaurant.
• Sandcastle on the Beach features 21 bright studios, suites and villas, some of which have two bedrooms. With two swimming pools, a great seafood restaurant and direct beach access, this is a fun mini-resort for a family or couples' trip. Close to Frederiksted, on the west coast.
• The Buccaneer Beach & Golf Resort promises a luxurious island stay. Rooms, suites and cottages have a classic Caribbean feel, and there are eight tennis courts, three pools, an 18-hole golf course, a superb spa and three restaurants. A wonderful resort for families, couples and keen golfers, set on 340 oceanfront acres.

For Great Value

• Carringtons Inn is an intimate, adults-only B&B with just four pastel-coloured rooms and one suite. Expect big breakfasts, a lovely pool and pretty views from the tranquil hilltop location, just inland of Christiansted. An excellent value choice for a couple or friends.

FOR AN APARTMENT OR VILLA

• If you'd prefer a self-catering option, we suggest that you visit our online partner Booking.com.

Travel Information

• Fly to Henry E Rohlson International Airport and travel to your hotel by ordinary taxi or bus. Alternatively, fly to Cyril E. King Airport in Charlotte Amalie, St Thomas, and take a 2-hour ferry across to Christiansted, St Croix.
• For the freedom to explore St Croix in your own rental car, contact our online partner Rentalcars.
• Expect balmy temperatures of around 25-30°C throughout the year. Peak season is between mid-December and mid-April. Travel between the end of the season and June for great hotel deals!
• The rainy season lasts from June to November, with hurricanes most likely to arrive in August and September. It's best to avoid these months.

Still not sure?

• Explore our list of all the best places to stay in St Thomas.
• Alternatively, expand your search to include all our recommendations for the best places to stay in the US Virgin Islands.
• Or contact one of our friendly Gurus for advice.