Hotels in US Virgin Islands

Hotels in the U.S. Virgin Islands: your guide to where to stay

How much does a hotel in the U.S. Virgin Islands cost?

The price depends on the standard, the island and the dates. The table shows indicative nightly rates for a double room. Guesthouses are cheapest, while resorts on St Thomas and St John are the priciest. This is an expensive Caribbean destination. September tends to be the cheapest month and December the most expensive.

Indicative rates, updated periodically. For exact prices and availability, select your dates in the search above.

Where to stay in the U.S. Virgin Islands: most popular places

A trip centres on the three main islands, each with its own feel. These are the destinations travellers choose most often:

• St Thomas. The main island with the airport and cruise port. The widest choice of hotels and resorts, a base for getting around.
• St John (Cruz Bay). An island dominated by the national park, beaches and snorkelling. A quieter feel.
• Christiansted (St Croix). A historic town on the largest island, with a waterfront boardwalk and beach hotels.
• Frederiksted (St Croix). The second town of St Croix, a cruise port with botanical gardens nearby.
• Kingshill (St Croix). The mid-island area with a base by Cane Bay, a beach popular with divers.

Nightly rates vary between islands. Here are indicative prices per night for a double room:

What to see in the U.S. Virgin Islands

The islands combine beaches, nature and local culture, so it is easy to match a trip to your interests.

• Secluded beaches. Quiet bays such as Isaac Bay and Honeymoon Beach, away from the crowds.
• Virgin Islands National Park. A national park on St John with marked trails through lush scenery.
• Snorkelling. The best spots are Leinster Bay and Maho Bay, with reefs right by the shore.
• Frenchtown. A former 19th-century village on St Thomas with sea-facing restaurants.
• St Thomas Carnival. The most colourful celebration on the islands, held between April and May.

How much does a trip to the U.S. Virgin Islands cost

The currency is the US dollar, which keeps payments simple. ATMs are easy to find in the main towns on all three islands, and cards are taken at larger hotels and restaurants. A meal at a cheaper restaurant is about $16.50, and a couple of days of groceries about $75-80. This is a pricier destination than the average Caribbean island, so it pays to plan your budget ahead.

When is the best time to visit the U.S. Virgin Islands

The best time is from December to April, when the weather is good and most services and activities are open. That is also the peak season and the highest prices, led by December. September tends to be the cheapest month. Summer and early autumn are the time to watch forecasts for hurricanes.

Getting to and around the U.S. Virgin Islands

The islands are served by two airports: Cyril E King on St Thomas and Henry Rohlsen on St Croix. Most international flights land on St Thomas, usually with a layover in Miami. The islands are also a stop for large cruise ships, which dock at the Havensight and Crown Bay ports on St Thomas. Ferries run between the islands, with a one-way ticket from about $8. Vitran buses and domestic flights serve the islands too. You can rent a car from age 25, and remember that traffic drives on the left. Travellers from outside the US enter on a passport, and citizens of most countries do not need a visa for stays of up to 90 days.

Example hotels in the U.S. Virgin Islands

A few recognisable properties from different islands for reference:

• The Ritz-Carlton St Thomas and The Westin Beach Resort & Spa at Frenchman's Reef on St Thomas (top tier, from approx. $550).
• The Westin St. John Resort Villas and Gallows Point Resort on St John (from approx. $400).
• The Buccaneer Beach & Golf Resort and Divi Carina Bay on St Croix (from approx. $320).