Cruz Bay, St. John, United States Virgin Islands

Welcome to Caneel Bay!

Created by Rockefeller over 50 years ago, Caneel Bay is an exclusive resort located on the remote island of St. John, in the heart of the United States Virgin Islands. Nestled within the lush island greenery of the Virgin Islands National Park, this 170-acre resort boasts 7 secluded beaches overlooking the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea.

Seven secluded white sand beaches encircle the peninsula of Caneel Bay - Honeymoon Beach, Little Caneel Beach, Caneel Beach, Scott Beach, Paradise Beach, Turtle Bay Beach, and Hawk's Nest Beach.

Located 40 minutes (by taxi and ferry) to the airport. Passengers are taken from St. Thomas airport by taxi to Charlotte Amalie Harbor, where a Caneel Bay ferry takes them directly to the resort.

Known as a retreat for celebrities and others seeking relief from stress, the resort emphasizes the natural environment, privacy, and tranquility. A degree of gentility prevails, with men asked to wear long pants (or at least long dress shorts), collared shirts, and closed-toe shoes (no athletic shoes) after dark. Loyal guests return year after year. They're greeted by long-time staff members, some of whom go back more than half a century.

• 7 secluded beaches
• Airport greeting
• Welcome bottle of private label rum and mixers
• Use of Sunfish sailboats, kayaks, and snorkeling gear
• Introductory scuba diving clinic
• 11 tennis courts
• Weekly tennis round robins
• Fitness center
• Underwater slide show
• Self Center (meditation, yoga, breathing and imagery)
• Nightly movie presentations
• Rum tasting demonstration
• Early morning coffee and afternoon tea
• Twice daily housekeeping service
• Managing Director's cocktail reception

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Allure Package

• Full breakfast and dinner daily
• Champagne upon arrival
• Couples massage
• Self Center session (meditation, yoga, breathing and imagery)
• A five course, private, starlight dinner
• Guided snorkel trip to off-shore reef
• Sunset cocktail cruise
• Private champagne and hors d'oeuvres picnic
• One-day jeep rental to explore St. John
• Round-trip airport transfers
• Note: Allure Package is a 7-night package
  

Escape to Family Package

• Accommodation in two guest rooms (based 1 or 2 adults in the 1st room and a maximum of 3 children under the age of 16 in the 2nd room. Adjoining and connecting rooms are limited and subject to availability)
• Unlimited daily children's programs at Turtle Town
• "Embracing the Child in You" - a family sampler of Self Center sessions
• Day trip to Coral World in St. Thomas
• Use of non-motorized watersports
• A Caneel Kids beach kit
• Round-trip airport transfers
  

Inspire Package

• Full breakfast and dinner daily
• Private champagne and hors d'oeuvres picnic
• Half day sail
• Sunset cruise
• Massage for two
• Self Center session (meditation, yoga, breathing and imagery)
• Watercolor lessons
• Aromatherapy
• Welcome gift
• Round-trip airport transfers
• Note: Inspire Package is a 4-night package
  

Package inclusions are subject to change.

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Caneel Bay offers an array of activities, and entertainment.

Swimming Pool Kayaking Water skiing Windsurfing Running track/path Volleyball Bicycle rentals Parasailing Fishing Jet skiing Sailing

Snorkeling Tennis Aerobics Hiking/biking trails Horse riding/rental Helicopter/airplane sightseeing Nightly Entertainment Massage demonstrations Feature movie presentations Rum-tasting demonstration

Golf

Golf, within 1 hour away by ferry on St Thomas, Mahogany Run, 18 hole, par 70 golf course

Children's Program (Turtle Town)

Note: "Turtle Town," the children's program, is open year round. The program may close during very low periods of occupancy, but counselors will be on hand for individual sessions.

Children's Policy

Children of all ages are welcome year round at Caneel Bay. For guests wishing to enjoy serene relaxation, 2 of Caneel Bay's quietest beaches, Scott and Paradise, and their respective rooms are reserved exclusively for guests 12 years and older except during the traditional holiday periods (Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter).

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Caneel Bay features four restaurants:

The Caneel Beach Terrace
Sumptuous lunch buffets are available at the Caneel Bay Beach Terrace. This open-air dining room located just a few steps from the Caneel Bay shoreline, is also a popular spot for the weekly Grand Buffet. All meals feature the finest cuisine prepared with health and fitness in mind.

The Equator
At the Equator, every evening is celebrated with passionate flair. Within the dramatic stone and coral ruins of this enchanted 18th-century sugar mill, you'll enjoy an intriguing menu of eclectic cuisine while a glorious paprika sun sets over the water. This restaurant overlooks all of Caneel Bay with the dramatic lights of St. Thomas in the distance. Its specialty menu features fresh seafood and quality meats prepared with classic and Caribbean flair.

Turtle Bay Estate House
Succumb to the charms of the Caribbean moon while enjoying an evening of romantic dining at Caneel's most elegant restaurant, Turtle Bay Estate House. Perched high on a panoramic peninsula, Turtle Bay offers an inspired menu of classical and creative American cuisine served against a backdrop of ethereal beauty. Begin with cocktails in the cozy surroundings of the verandah. Then, savor a candlelit feast in the beautifully appointed dining room. Breakfast and lunch buffets are also served in high season at Turtle Bay. Seating capacity: 132. Afternoon tea and evening cocktails are served on the verandah overlooking the channel and affords picturesque views of neighboring islands and passing yachts on the horizon.

The Wine Room
The new Wine Room at Turtle Bay, located within the walls of a 17th-century plantation house, seats up to 12 for private or group dinners. A prix-fixed, seven-course menu is offered with each course carefully selected to highlight top selections from Caneel's wine collection. The wine list offers 265 selections to complement wine tasting and pairing dinners. The Caribbean's only fully operational, temperature-controlled wine room boasts three large glass-enclosed display cabinets filled with over 1,000 bottles of wine and walls lined with Caneel's collection of magnums and double-magnums. Open for dinner seven nights a week in winter and four nights in fall, spring and summer.

Room Service is available.

Note:
Caneel Bay Dress Code: Gentlemen are asked to wear collared shirts, slacks, and closed-in shoes after sunset when dining at Turtle Bay Estate House during the winter (jackets are customary during this season, but not required). Ladies will feel comfortable in evening resort attire. During spring, summer, and fall, dress Bermuda shorts and closed-in shoes or dress sandals are acceptable for gentleman dining at the Equator or Caneel Beach Terrace. Slacks are required at Turtle Bay Estate House. Throughout the year, guests should wear a shirt, wrap or cover-up over bathing suits in select public places during the day.

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Nestled within Caneel’s lush grounds are 166 charming guest rooms that feature truly inspiring views. Each intimate retreat has been thoughtfully decorated with natural woods, native stone, hand-crafted furniture and richly woven fabrics. Relax as cool ocean breezes whisper through the plantation shutters and our discerning staff attends to your every need.

Courtside Guest Room
Located near the tennis courts & fitness center, these rooms offer views of lush tropical greenery and are a short walk to the beach. Maximum Occupancy: 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Gardenview Guest Room (Tennis Garden)
Pleasantly scattered throughout the resort, these ground level rooms are surrounded by Caneel's tropical foliage and are just a short stroll to the beach. Maximum Occupancy: 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Oceanview Guest Room
These rooms, near the water's edge, offer panoramic patio or balcony views of the beach and sea. Maximum Occupancy: 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

 

Premium Oceanview Guest Room
Located in the Cottage Point area of the resort, these rooms are perched along the shoreline with unobstructed views of the sea. Maximum Occupancy: 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Beachfront Guest Room
Located directly on the pristine sands of Caneel's beaches, these rooms feature spacious balconies or patios. Maximum Occupancy: 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

 

Premium Beachfront Guest Room
Offering the utmost in privacy, these beachfront rooms are located in single-level units and feature balconies that open directly onto the finest of Caneel's beaches. Maximum Occupancy: 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Room Amenities
All guest rooms include: sitting area, fully stocked refrigerator/mini-bar, in-room safe, individually controlled air conditioning & ceiling fan, bathrobes and slippers, iron and ironing board, hairdryer, and umbrella. Most rooms are not equipped with bathtubs. There are no telephones or TVs in the individual guest rooms

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Massage Services

A variety of therapeutic and relaxing massage techniques are available from our qualified staff of skilled licensed massage therapists. Receive your treatment at the Massage Center or enjoy the luxury of a massage en suite.

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Caneel Bay’s serene setting in nature is itself a truly unique wedding destination. Your guests will be captivated by Caneel’s gracious Caribbean service and simple elegance. Far from the distractions of the modern world and surrounded by Caneel’s Bay natural beauty, your guests can naturally focus on that special occasion.

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Additional Hotel services include the following:*

Laundry Service Tour Desk Baby-sitting Car Rental

Shops Excursions On-site car rental Business center

*For Additional Cost

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