Caneel Bay

Situated on a 170-acre peninsula surrounded by the beauty of the Virgin Island National Park and seven pristine beaches, Caneel Bay is on St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands. With 3/5 of the island preserved under the national park system, the island remains the least commercial and low key of the three USVI islands. 

This tiny island is only accessible by boat or ferry. Its beaches are considered to be some of the best in the world, white sandy beaches shaded by seagrape trees and coconut palms. Surrounded by crystal blue-green waters teeming with coral reef life, St. John is home to tropical forests, relics from the Pre-Colombian Amerindian civilization and remains of Danish colonial sugar plantations.

Nestled within Caneel’s lush grounds are 166 charming guestrooms that feature truly inspiring views. Each intimate retreat has been thoughtfully renovated 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.  All rooms offer air-conditioning and ceiling fans, but are free from telephones, televisions and other modern-day distractions.

COMPLIMENTARY SERVICES 

• Airport greeting

• Welcome bottle of island rum

• Use of Sunfish sailboats & kayaks

• Windsurfing

• Use of snorkeling gear

• Introductory scuba clinic

• Underwater slide show

• Tennis Play on 11 fine courts. Improve your game with lessons & clinics. Enjoy a workout at the Ball Machine Workout. Socialize and compete in our complimentary social Round Robins. Test your skills in a match. Visit the Pro Shop for the latest in tennis fashions, logo wear, equipment & refreshments.

• Use of Fitness Center & pool

• Managing Director's cocktail reception

• Garden Walk

• Massage demonstrations

• Feature movie presentations

• Rum-tasting demonstration

• Continental breakfast

• Afternoon tea

• NY Times facsimile 

• Evening turndown service

• Twice-daily housekeeping service 

Additional Charges:

• Full-day Hinckley sail 

• Scuba diving & instruction

• Buccaneer Beach Barbecue

• Tennis instruction

• Sunset Cocktail Cruise

• Day trips to Little Dix Bay

• Guided snorkeling tours

• Tours of St. John

• Fishing charters

• Boat charters

• Self-drive power boat rentals

• Jeep rental

• Massage services

• Laundry service

• Babysitting & Children's Program. For children, vacation means being active, making friends, having great experiences and learning new skills with our well-trained and fun-loving staff. For parents, it's knowing your child is in safe hands with our experienced and caring staff. Creative arts and crafts activities will offer children precious memories and souvenirs of their Caribbean vacation. Peace, Quiet and Kids at Caneel Bay. Come by for a visit and you’ll want to stay!

• Self Center programs 
  
  

Restaurants &  Bars

Caneel’s most elegant restaurant, the 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. Relax with a cocktail on 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. Afternoon tea and evening cocktails are served on the Verandah. (**Days and hours of operation of the resort's dining venues vary according to season)

The Wine Room located within the walls of an 18th-century plantation house, seats up to 10 for private dinners. A prix-fixe, seven-course menu, carefully selected to highlight selections from Caneel's wine collection, is offered. The wine list is comprised of 265 selections to complement wine tastings and pairing dinners. The Caribbean's only fully operational, temperature-controlled wine room boasts over 1,000 bottles of wine. Open for dinner all week in winter and four nights in fall, spring and summer. (**Days and hours of operation of the resort's dining venues vary according to season)

At the Equator, every evening is celebrated with passionate flair. Within the dramatic stone and coral ruins of this enchanted 18th-century sugar mill, guests enjoy an intriguing menu of eclectic cuisine while a glorious paprika sun sets over the water. The restaurant overlooks all of Caneel Bay with the dramatic lights of St. Thomas in the distance. It’s specialty menu features fresh seafood and grilled meats prepared with classic and Caribbean flair. (**Days and hours of operation of the resort's dining venues vary according to season)

Sumptuous lunch buffets are available at the Caneel 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

Lite meals served until 9:00 p.m. Live entertainment most evenings. (**Days and hours of operation of the resort's dining venues vary according to season)