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The Westin Beach Resort & Spa, at Frenchman's Reef vs Pavilions and Pools Villa Hotel

Both properties are highly recommended by travel writers. On balance, Frenchman's Reef & Morning Star Marriott Beach Resort ranks marginally better than Pavilions and Pools Villa Hotel. Frenchman's Reef & Morning Star Marriott Beach Resort ranks #5 in U.S. Virgin Islands with accolades from 4 publications including Frommer's, Oyster and Jetsetter.

The Westin Beach Resort & Spa, at Frenchman's Reef
The Westin Beach Resort & Spa, at Frenchman's Reef
8 / 10
5 Estate Bakkeroe, Charlotte Amalie 00801, St. Thomas
From $249 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"A clean, modern resort with stunning views, this 478-room Marriott is a cut above every other hotel in St. Thomas." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"On a promontory overlooking the east side of Charlotte Amalie's harbor, Frenchman's Reef is a high-rise full-service superhotel; Morning Star is the even more upscale boutique property." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Family-friendly USVI classic with sweeping views of Charlotte Amalie Harbor and a mint of upgraded amenities." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"If you like a full-service American-style resort with plenty of onsite entertainment and dining options—and a fetching sweep of white-sand beach—this resort should fit the bill" Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The Marriott Bonvoy property includes four beach and poolside bars with private cabanas, an infinity oceanfront pool, and access to private charters on Frenchman's Reef."
Pavilions and Pools Villa Hotel
Pavilions and Pools Villa Hotel
8 / 10
6400 Estate Smith Bay, Charlotte Amalie 00802, St. Thomas
From $300 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Perfect for couples craving privacy, the villas here have full kitchens, lots of space, and sunken garden showers." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Budget
"25 privately owned and individually designed vacation villas, with full kitchens, flat-screen TVs, separate living or dining areas, and private outdoor terraces with barbecue grills and pools." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"If absolute seclusion is on your wish list, this 25-unit condominium resort might be just the ticket: Each villa opens onto its own private swimming pool" Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The cool thing about this small property is that each of the 25 suites has its own pool – yeah, you read that right." Full review