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others provide shuttle service to nearby beaches. These
places offer less opulent creature comforts and are therefore
less expensive. They are often picturesque and offer a warm,
friendly, home-away-from-home atmosphere. We recom-
mended them for the active vacationer who likes to explore
independently.
THE INN AT BLACKBEARD'S CASTLE
Box 6227, Charlotte Amalie
St. Thomas, USVI 00802
(340) 776-1234; www.blackbeardscastle.com
Moderate
Since it was built by the notorious pirate as a watchtower to
scan the Caribbean for enemy ships, Blackbeard's Castle
has been a plantation and a private estate. Now
Blackbeard's hideaway can be yours. The present owners
have renovated the historic tower (it sparkles) and grounds,
and constructed an intimate 16-room inn. Most accommoda-
tions are suites on the main level of the hotel. They offer
views of town and the harbor. Amenities include
air-conditioning, ceiling fans, small refrigerators, cable TV,
voice mail, and in-room safes. All have private baths.
Steps from your door is the tower, which guards the large
swimming pool, sundeck and flower-filled gardens. The res-
taurant is currently closed.
HOTEL 1829
Box 1567, Charlotte Amalie
St. Thomas, USVI 00801
(340) 776-1829; www.hotel1829.com
Moderate-expensive
Looking for an inn that combines old world charm with mod-
ern convenience? Look no further. Head for Hotel 1829,
which opened for business in that year and has been in oper-
ation ever since. Built in Spanish style by a French sea cap-
tain, the hotel was owned by a world backgammon
champion for a time, which may account for the backgam-
