RITZ CARLTON ST. THOMAS | Hotel Overview
The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas (Marriott) recently underwent a $100 million transformation, after the devastation of Hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017. With lush tropical flora and views of Great Bay, the property provides a refreshed and renovated oasis. The resort blends traditional architecture with modern comforts. The 180 rooms and suites have been designed in neutral colors and delicate fabrics, leaving the focus on the expansive beaches just outside the window overlooking the Caribbean Sea.
There are all-new public spaces, event and meeting spaces, and four inspired dining venues including new culinary concept Alloro, celebrating the simplicity of Sicilian dishes that transport guests from the beaches of St. Thomas to Italy.
Plunge in the remodeled infinity-edge pool, serenity pool and jacuzzi or venture at the new family pool with a slide. For the ultimate relaxation experience, upgrade to one of the brand-new pool cabanas at the pool decks. There is a swank Club Level experience as well which provides over 4 food service preparations daily, along with an open bar.
Arrival Information:
Guests fly into the Cyril E King Airport, which is 10 miles and 35 minutes from the property. There is a shared public taxi available for $25 pp or a private transfer can be arranged via the Concierge ($210 for 4 ppl). The capital, Charlotte Amalie, is 20 minutes by taxi and Red Hook which has more casual restaurants is 5 minutes away. Additionally, guests can opt to take the 15 minute ferry ride from Red Hook to St John, where there is a Westin property available (opportunity to share a trip between the two islands/properties.)
Arrival Information:
Guests fly into the Cyril E King Airport, which is 10 miles and 35 minutes from the property. There is a shared public taxi available for $25pp or a private transfer can be arranged via the Concierge ($210 for 4 ppl). The capital, Charlotte Amalie, is 20 minutes by taxi and Red Hook, which has more casual restaurants, is 5 minutes away. Additionally, guests can opt to take the 15 minute ferry ride from Red Hook to St John, where there is a Westin property available (opportunity to share a trip between the two.)
Hotel Room Categories
There are 180 rooms on the property with 9 different room types, from Resort and OV rooms kings/doubles) to Club Level rooms, 16 OV suites of various levels (club/regular) and 4 Presidential suites.
Rooms feature featherbeds, a duvet, pillow menu, coffee/tea maker, bottled water, mini fridge, nightly turndown, individual bath products, separate tub and shower, premium robes/slippers and linens and much more.
Previous pics are of an OV King and below find the Presidential Suite. Love the huge shower in the suite and porthole window, as well as a full kitchen, nice touch and helpful with families.
The Club lounge, provides 4 food and beverage offerings each day including breakfast, light lunch, heavy hors d’oeuvres at dinner, and a dessert buffet at night. Club level guests also have an adjacent private area on the beach for non-motorized water sports, swimming and lounging.
Breakfast omelet stations and breakfast meats are set up each morning along with an extensive buffet. Games and other common-use items are available upon request. Love the Enomatic wine dispenser, nothing like a crisp glass of Sancerre on vacay!
Pros of Property:
Private location
Selfie Stations (kitchy but fun)
Ritz Kids Club
Top Golf
Easy access to Red Hook and St John ferry
Commitment to Make-a-Wish foundation
Lady Lynsey sailboat with shared or private excursions: sunset, full and half day snorkeling to St. John
5 on-site restaurants, providing variety for a week long stay
Swank Club-level experience
Cons:
Far from main town for shopping and alternate restaurants
Nice beach, but not the best on the island
There is one off-property restaurant in walking distance, everything else is a taxi ride away
Spa is nice but not over the top (11 treatment rooms, seaside cabana and full service salon)
Best Time to Visit
This hotel would be fantastic to book anytime really, but of course it’s most popular when it’s cold up north. Reserve early for Festive as it gets booked up with families.
Enhanced Perks/Commissions
The Ritz St Thomas is a part of UJV and Virtuoso:
Upgrade subject to availability
Early check-in/late check-out
Daily breakfast
Food or spa credit
Complimentary wifi
10% commission
Guest Experience
Great sense of luxury at this property. Service is stellar. This property really shines for kids and families. Also a great venue for wedding or corporate meetings/retreats. There are 5 on-site restaurants which offer a variety of dining experiences at different price points.
Alloro: Southern Italian
Bleuwater: included breakfast and Asian fine dining in the evening
Coconut Cove: Caribbean fare
Sails: oceanfront lunch venue
Southwind: grab and go
Property Features/Amenities
180 guest rooms, each with private balcony/terrace
Selfie Stations!
Four on-site restaurants
Spa/FitnessCenter/Tennis program with instructor led classes
Infinity pool plus fun family pool with slide and splash pad
Non-motorized water sports (included in rate)
Cabanas ($350-800 depending on season)
Ritz Kids Club (full day with meal: 9-4, @125 and half day $95)
Top Golf ($125 for 8 ppl playing per hour, 22 fit in room)
