The premier full-service resort on St. Thomas — a dramatic position on a headland above the harbor with panoramic Caribbean views, a full beach, multiple pools, and the strongest service infrastructure on the island after a post-hurricane rebuild.
Why We Chose It
Frenchman's Reef reopened in 2022 after extensive reconstruction following hurricane damage, emerging as the flagship luxury resort on St. Thomas. The 471-room property sits on a dramatic headland east of Charlotte Amalie with views of the harbor, St. John, and the British Virgin Islands to the east. Multiple pool levels descend toward a private beach. The Morning Star Beach section (the lower portion) has its own boutique-hotel atmosphere with direct beach access. The location — 5 minutes from Charlotte Amalie duty-free shopping by water taxi — is ideal for those wanting resort amenities and easy access to town. The full-service marina and water sports center are among the best on the island.
What Stands Out
- Dramatic headland position with panoramic harbor and BVI views
- Rebuilt in 2022 — the best new resort infrastructure on St. Thomas
- Morning Star Beach lower section — boutique resort within the resort
- 5-minute water taxi to Charlotte Amalie duty-free shopping
- Full-service marina and comprehensive water sports center