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The Palms at Pelican Cove vs The Westin Beach Resort & Spa, at Frenchman's Reef

Both hotels are endorsed by those who travel for a living. On balance, Frenchman's Reef & Morning Star Marriott Beach Resort scores slightly higher than The Palms at Pelican Cove. Frenchman's Reef & Morning Star Marriott Beach Resort comes in at 85 with recommendations from 4 publications including Jetsetter, Frommer's and Oyster.

The Palms at Pelican Cove
The Palms at Pelican Cove
7 / 10
4126 La Grande Princesse, Christiansted 00820, St. Croix
From $0 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Oyster Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The three-and-a-half-pearl Palms at Pelican Cove is a relaxed beach resort that doesn’t pretend to be what it isn’t -- that is, a big luxury hotel." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"A 10-minute drive from Christiansted's interesting shopping and restaurants, this resort, with its mixed-bag of guests, has a gorgeous strand of white sand at its doorstep." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Water-lovers take note: This elegant but casual boutique resort is not only set on 7 acres of gorgeous beachfront property, it boasts one of the largest pools on the island" Full review
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."