Caneel Bay, St John

Caneel Bay is luxurious resort, featuring a European plan, is nestled within the Virgin Islands National Park on St. John. This exclusive retreat boasts seven secluded, white-sand beaches bordering 170 lush acres where Caneel's accommodations have been artfully built to blend into the landscape. The resort remains purposefully absent of modern glitz and electronic distractions, encouraging guests of all ages to relax and enjoy a true escape from the everyday hustle and bustle.

Caneel Bay invites you to 'disconnect' in pristine natural surroundings and low-key luxury. This exclusive retreat, nestled within the Virgin Islands National Park on St. John, remains faithful to the vision of founder Laurance Rockefeller and his reverence for the environment. Seven secluded white sand beaches border 170 lush acres where Caneel's accommodations have been artfully built to blend into the landscape. The resort remains purposefully absent of modern glitz and digital and electronic distractions, encouraging guests of all ages to relax and enjoy a true escape from the everyday hustle and bustle. Great for honeymooners and families alike!

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Hotel Information

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Arrival Information
Situated on a 170-acre peninsula surrounded by the beauty of the Virgin Island National Park and seven pristine beaches, Caneel Bay is only accessible by boat or ferry.
* Guests visiting Caneel Bay fly into Cyril E. King Airport in St. Thomas. The resort is located four miles (a 35 minute ferry ride) from downtown Charlotte Amalie or one mile (a 15 minute ferry ride) from Red Hook at the east end of St. Thomas. Ferry times from Red Hook to Caneel Bay are at 6:45am, 7:30am, 9:45am and 11:00am. The Resort provides St. Thomas airport reception and check-in followed by a short land transfer to Caneel Bay's private boat service to St. John. At the Caneel Bay airport arrivals lounge, you will be directed to their safari bus and taken down to the dock at Charlotte Amalie, about a 10-15 minute ride.
* Transfers, which include baggage handling, van transportation and unlimited use of the Caneel ferry between St. Thomas and St. John during your stay, are available for purchase at the time of booking. Discounted rates are available for children ages 5-12, children ages 4 and under are complimentary.

Resort History
Laurance S. Rockefeller "discovered" Caneel Bay in 1952 while sailing in the Caribbean. The total population of the island was only 400, and 85 percent of the island's topography was jungle. Envisioning the perfect vacation spot amid this unspoiled land, he purchased the Caneel Bay Plantation. In 1955, Rockefeller began developing an infrastructure on the island to provide the resort with power, fresh water and roads. He oversaw every detail of the development. He also donated the property to Jackson Hole Preserve, a non-profit, conservation-minded foundation supported by the Rockefeller family. The preserve later purchased 5,000 additional acres surrounding Caneel Bay and donated the land to the federal government, thus paving the way for the creation of the U.S.V.I. National Park.

Gracious Accommodations
Nestled within Caneel’s lush grounds are 166 charming accommodations. Each intimate retreat has been thoughtfully decorated with natural woods, native stone, hand-crafted furniture and richly woven fabrics. Relax as cool ocean breezes whisper through the plantation shutters and a discerning staff attends to your every need. Guests can truly unwind without the presence of telephones and TVs in the guestrooms. All rooms offer air-conditioning and ceiling fans.

The Self Centre
An oasis of inner calm, self discovery and fulfillment, The Self Centre at Caneel is dedicated to helping guests nurture their desires for mental, physical and spiritual well-being through an array of mind/body approaches to stress relief, relaxation, rejuvenation and renewed sense of self. There are more than 20 mind/body techniques to choose from, including yoga, meditation, Ayurveda and astrology. An exceptional staff guide guests in treatment choices and provide assistance in creates personalized programs. Perched atop a quiet bluff overlooking Caneel and Honeymoon beaches, The Self Centre at Caneel is housed in a screened-in building with cathedral ceilings, providing tropical breezes and a magnificent ocean view.

Awards & Accolades
2012 Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards: Top 25 Resorts in the Caribbean, Bermuda and Bahamas

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Hotel Updates

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Please Note:
The U.S. Virgin Islands has increased room tax, making it 12.5% starting the night of January 1, 2016. As it is law, the increase will affect all guests regardless of when their reservation was made.