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The King Christian's special brand of hospitality starts at
the top and permeates the entire staff. The desk in the post-
age-stamp lobby is always manned by a friendly face who
greets you, inquires about your day and offers tidbits about
the island. Conversation around the pool and the small
sundeck is conducted in several languages.
HOTEL CARAVELLE
44A Queen Cross Street
Christiansted, St. Croix 00820
(340) 773-0687, www.hotelcaravelle.com
Reservations: (800) 524-0410
Moderate
Freshly painted in pastel pink with white trim, the Hotel
Caravelle has a wonderful location right on the waterfront
near Christiansted's restaurants and shops. The recently
renovated Caravelle blends old-world service with modern
amenities. Its 43 rooms are good-sized and decorated in rat-
tan and colorful prints. Some rooms have king-sized beds,
while others have doubles. All are air-conditioned, with
dressing areas, cable TVs and refrigerators. Those with har-
bor views have private terraces. The lobby has white rattan
furniture and is partly open-air.
Rum Runners
(see
Best
Places to Eat
) serves all three meals at waterside.
KINGS ALLEY HOTEL
57 King's Alley
Christiansted, St. Croix 00820
(340) 773-0103
Reservations: (800) 843-3574
Moderate-Expensive
This attractive hostelry is part of King's Alley promenade.
Filled with shops and restaurants, King's Alley leads from
Strand Street to the waterfront. The hotel has undergone
several changes. The original 22 rooms in the main building
offer good value. They have modern furnishings, king-sized
