Overview. Caneel Bay is situated is a true slice of paradise - crystal blue water, white sand beaches, and wildlife that roams free on the property. The free bottle of welcome rum is a nice touch, however, Rosewood could improve the food, service, and management mistakes. Oh, and they have a serious mosquito problem. Read on for more details. Pros:... more

My husband and I got married at Caneel Bay in May 2009. I had very high expectations for the wedding events, however, even those expectations were surpassed. Our wedding coordinator and director of catering were superb and attended to every little detail. It is no wonder that everything was perfect--from food to flowers and overall flow of the event. Our... more

Caneel Bay “I think I get it” Let’s get this out of the way so that I don’t have to mention it again. “It is expensive” Here are two reasons why I think it needs to remain so; 1. It must take a bazillion dollars to keep this place so beautiful, 170 acres of ground and beaches. 2. Keeping it... more

I wrote a mediocore if not bad review of Caneel Last year when we stayed there in August. This year when we were looking for places to book part of our Honeymoon, we decided to give Caneel another shot because the deals were hard to say no to and we love St John and the beaches at Caneel. From previous... more

Just came back from 6 nights at Caneel Bay. Just beautiful. We stayed in a courtside room. It was large, clean, comfortable. The thickest, largest bath sheets we have ever seen. Bathroom, was small, but always clean. Plenty of bath and beach towels and replaced twice a day. This place is so impressive. Beaches are clean and uncrowded. Great snorkeling,... more

Some thoughts.... 1. People on this site said the staff was not friendly. My wife and I waited for the Sunday 6AM ferry back to St. Thomas. The workers were unloading the same ferry for work. As they walked by 80% said "have a good day. or safe trip" with a smile. Sounds like happy people to me. 2. Room... more

I have never been to a hotel expecting so much and been delivered so little. My wife and i started here on our honeymoon. We arrived late in St thomas. I had called ahead to see if we could get late dinner reservations and they said all of their restaurants were closed as well as their bar- everything shuts down... more

Just back from my second visit to Caneel Bay, I went in June of 2007 & last week. This place overall is amazing with beautiful beaches, much improved food & service however It was alot busier this time. I attribute the difference to all the great promotions they are offering now as well as off season just started. I have... more

Sorry to say, but staff seems so unhappy. Stayed for 2 weeks and the beaches are the asset. Employees unhappy and seems because of Management. Very disappointed with food and options. more