There's a beach on the East End of St. Thomas for everyday of the week, and a few extra. The area's rolling, semiarid hillsides and its beaches are known for gorgeous views of glistening turquoise water dotted by sailboats and neighboring islands. It is home to resorts, condos, residences and offices; all of which is anchored by Red Hook. There you'll find visitors and residents alike shopping, dining and bellying up to a bar for happy hour!
Beaches include: small, pretty Sugar Bay; palm-fringed Cowpet Bay; sheltered Secret Harbor; and quiet Water Bay. Great Bay is home to picturesque Bluebeards Beach and Turtle Cove. Nearby is delightfully un-crowded Vessup Bay. There are cruise-shipper favorites Coki Point and Sapphire Beach. And part of Smith Bay Park, Lindquist Beach.
Getting Around: You can catch a taxi to and from resort beaches. Other beaches can be accessed by taxi however you may need to arrange return pick-up. Public transportation is an option for some. Beach hopping by rental car is super easy; the East End beaches are all within 2-10 minutes driving time from each other.
Coki Point
Coki Point is a small, crescent of white sand. Its shallow cove of tranquil, transparent water will have you thinking 'it looks like a swimming pool'. Vendors sell food, drinks and souvenirs; and rent snorkel gear, chairs and umbrellas. Local favorite on weekends. Read More
Water Bay
Often deserted you're footsteps are likely to be the only ones this sandy beach sees all day. The blue water is typically calm. Water Bay is known by several names like Pineapple Bay and Renaissance Beach. A short trail leads to a waterside restaurant. Read More
Sugar Bay
This sandy nook is little but lively. Take a ride on jet skis, kayak around the bay, take out a small sailboat or just relax and enjoy the view. Wyndham Sugar Bay Beach Resort clings to the cliffs above the beach; it has a beachfront restaurant and bar. Read More
Lindquist Beach
At Lindquist Beach you have spectacular aqua-marine water gently caressing rose-tinged sand; a terrific view of neighbouring islands and cays; and it’s usually blissfully quiet! Also called Smith Bay Park, this is one of St. Thomas’ most beautiful beaches. Read More
Sapphire Beach
Laze away in a beach chair under a sea-grape tree, stroll along and admire the pretty ducks waddling across the shore, rent a kayak and get busy paddling or hop on a jet ski for some speedy-fun. Sapphire Beach offers something for everyone. Read More
Vessup Bay
The sandy shore at Vessup follows the coastline like a white ribbon with sections hemmed in by rocky outcrops. The lovely strand sees few visitors but is a favorite with residents for weekend gatherings. Its calm water is excellent for swimming. Read More
Bluebeards Beach
Bluebeards Beach, home to Ritz Carlton Club, is a well-manicured, sandy stretch with beach chairs neatly placed in front of wind twisted sea-grape trees that line the shore. Calm to gentle waves. Populated mostly by resort guests. Read More
Turtle Cove
Watersports junkies will relish the great windsurfing and kiteboarding available at Turtle Cove. And if lounging is the name of your game; then find a spot, order a drink and enjoy the postcard perfect view. This compact cove is home to Ritz Carlton Resort. Read More
Cowpet Bay
Gently curved Cowpet Bay has a sandy shore lined with a tangle of coconut palm trees, convenient for shady lazing. Beach chairs are only a few steps from the calm water. Home to condos and a resort. Water sports rentals and restaurants are available. Read More
Secret Harbor
Grab a spot along the sunny white shoreline, cool-out under the shady stand of coconut trees or bob along in the azure-blue waters. This fine beach is not quite a secret any more yet it retains a calm and lazy atmosphere. Ssssshhh, it is Secret Harbor. Read More