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THE WESTIN ST. JOHN RESORT & VILLAS
Box 8310, Great Cruz Bay
St. John, USVI 00831
(340) 693-8000, www.westinresortstjohn.com
Deluxe
This resort sprawls around its own marina and a secluded
1,200-foot sandy beach on Great Cruz Bay (south of the
town). Built as a Hyatt Regency, it was a welcome addition
to an island where there is still a dearth of hotel rooms.
When Westin bought the property, it undertook a major ren-
ovation of the public areas, rooms and facilities so it is now
truly first-rate. Accommodations (282 units) include spa-
cious guest rooms and suites. All have Westin's trademark
“Heavenly Beds,” rattan, wicker and light-colored furniture,
with views of the ocean, pool area or colorful gardens. Many
have patios or terraces.
Additionally, there are 67 villas in the Westin Vacation
Club on the grounds. Some are individually owned, while
other are used for time-sharing. Rentals are made through
the hotel. Villa guests enjoy all hotel privileges - perfect for
families.
Thirteen gray cedar-roofed buildings, accented by magenta
awnings, are scattered on 34 acres, criss-crossed by red
brick walkways and beautiful landscaping. Palm trees were
even imported from Puerto Rico. The huge pool is at the
heart of the resort and there is a big sundeck as well. It's just
a few steps to the dock and beach, where watersports equip-
ment is available, much of it gratis. That includes use of
windsurfers, kayaks, Sunfish, Hobie Cats and snorkel gear.
The watersports center also arranges waterskiing, scuba
dives and fishing trips. Great Cruz Bay has offshore reefs
close enough to snorkel over and the hotel has installed a
swimming raft, a trampoline and an “iceberg” slide just a
short swim offshore.
The new fitness center offers spa services. There are salt
scrubs,
aloe
wraps,
cleansing
facials,
reflexology
and
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