3 Best Hotels in St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands

This small condominium complex with studio, two-, and three-bedroom apartments is a 10-minute walk from Cruz Bay, but it's insulated from the town's noise in a sleepy suburban neighborhood. You can swim and snorkel at the small beach or relax poolside and catch some rays. Rooms have a fresh feel; each is a little bit different in decor, with whites, blues, and greens predominating in the color scheme. Colorful artwork by St. John artist Elaine Estern graces the walls.

Built among old stone ruins on a lushly planted hill overlooking Cruz Bay, Estate Lindholm has an enchanting setting—you'll feel as if you're out of the fray, but still near enough to run into town when you want. The location puts you close to Cruz Bay's restaurants, shopping, and nightlife. Rooms are sophisticated, with crisp white spreads accented by teak furniture. The sunset views from the pool deck provide a stunning end to your day.

This complex offers modern studio and 1-bedroom apartments on lush grounds with lovely views (plus a shared pool) and makes a great pick for a budget stay in a residential locale. Although this is a property from the 1960s, the units don't feel dated thanks to recent renovations. There are colorful spreads, fully equipped kitchens, and bookshelves filled with good vacation reads. You definitely need a car if you stay here, though; it's about 1 mile (1½ km) up a steep hill from Cruz Bay.