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Carambola Beach Resort St. Croix, US Virgin Islands vs Sand Castle on the Beach

Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, Sand Castle on the Beach is the choice of most professionals compared to Renaissance St. Croix Carambola Beach Resort & Spa. Sand Castle on the Beach has a TripExpert Score of 84 with positive reviews from 4 reviewers like Frommer's, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.

Carambola Beach Resort St. Croix, US Virgin Islands
Carambola Beach Resort St. Croix, US Virgin Islands
7 / 10
PO Box 3031- Kings Hill, 00851, St. Croix
From $195 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Fodor's Fodor's
"This resort has a stellar beachfront setting and peaceful ambience as well as lovely rooms with attractive palm-theme accessories that match the resort's atmosphere." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"Wide, private beach that doesn’t ever feel crowded, landscaped tropical grounds, a large swimming pool, and breezy, modern rooms with classic Caribbean touches." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"The resort itself is comprised of 26 two-story buildings, each with six units, all furnished in Spanish colonial style (with Caribbean Creole touches) and dark (some say too dark) mahogany woodwork." Full review
Sand Castle on the Beach
Sand Castle on the Beach
8 / 10
127 Smithfield, Frederiksted Beach, Frederiksted 00840, St. Croix
From $209 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Right on a gorgeous stretch of white beach, Sandcastle has a tropical charm that harks back to a simpler time in the Caribbean; its nearness to Frederiksted's interesting dining scene is also a plus. " Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"This 21-room hotel right on Frederiksted Beach has long had a gay and lesbian following, but it’s welcoming to all, with friendly service and splendid sunset views" Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Right on the beach about a mile south of Frederiksted, 21-room Sand Castle is one of the few gay- and lesbian-oriented hotels in the Virgin Islands." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Quick beach access, two freshwater pools, and complimentary breakfast are just a few of the perks awaiting guests at Sand Castle on the Beach, a charming gay-owned abode found on the island of St"