Title: Caneel Bay Beach in St. John - Tours and Activities | Expedia.ca

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# Caneel Bay Beach Tours and Activities

![Caneel Bay which includes tropical scenes and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068169/facafb4f-7ed4-48d3-8561-f605d1252063.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Caneel Bay which includes tropical scenes and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068169/facafb4f-7ed4-48d3-8561-f605d1252063.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Caneel Bay which includes general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068169/e0b5ac9f-0f6c-4bd5-994e-19d57f4bdf22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Caneel Bay featuring forest scenes and a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068169/e900bee3-42a9-46cf-a3e8-1587bf991fdc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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## Visit Caneel Bay Beach

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#### Spot dolphins and sea turtles as you sail on a yacht or take a kayak around the glorious beaches that surround this vestige of the lavish Rockefeller dynasty.

Caneel Bay is a spectacular resort in harmony with the scenic forests decorating a peninsula on St. John. It is an idyllic spot for snorkeling, star gazing, kayaking and many other activities. Get to know the resort with a ride on its cute donkeys and explore the seas with a yacht trip.

Visit the many beaches that surround the resort on the island of St. John. See the turtles on Scott Beach, rent sail boats from Caneel Beach and watch the sunrise from Hawksnest Beach. Rent a hut on the pristine white sand of Honeymoon Beach, where tour operators rent out equipment for kayaking, hiking and snorkeling. Embark on the fairly arduous hike of Lind Trail that meanders through the coastal forest to Cruz Bay.

Go scuba diving in the clear water of Caneel Bay for a chance to spot angelfish, damselfish and parrotfish among the network of colorful marine life here. Admire the coral and sea urchins along with bigger creatures such as barracudas, reef squid and sea turtles.

The lights in the resort are mainly indirect, in order to ensure that vacationers have an unspoiled view of the stars at night. Take a break from the distractions of city life, where rooms are free of telephones and TVs. Appreciate the romantic and tranquil ambiance in this pristine natural setting.

Note that the resort takes its name from its eponymous bay, which derives from the old Dutch term for “cinnamon.” The hotel was built in the 1950s by famous American entrepreneur Laurance Rockefeller, after he fell in love with the picturesque beauty of the area.

Reserve a room at this hotel, which is open year-round apart from September and October.

Caneel Bay is on a large peninsula in the Virgin Islands National Park on the northwestern part of St. John. If you are arriving at the Cyril E. King International Airport on St. Thomas, register with the hotel’s reception inside the airport. You will be taken on a bus followed by a ferry to St. John. Make the most of your time on St. John by visiting other attractions, such as Lind Point, Salomon Beach and Hawksnest Beach.

## Plan a trip to see Caneel Bay Beach

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![Bluebeard's Castle Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122150000/122147400/122147352/w1173h784x0y1-4df40712_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

### Bluebeard's Castle Resort

CA $2,444

per person

Mar 6 - Mar 13

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Toronto (YTO) to St. Thomas (STT)

No reviews

Clean room, beautiful property, fantastic location! Will absolutely stay again.

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

![Margaritaville Vacation Club - St. Thomas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11800000/11796200/11796106/29cf8be8_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

### Margaritaville Vacation Club - St. Thomas

CA $2,873

per person

Mar 6 - Mar 13

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Toronto (YTO) to St. Thomas (STT)

8/10 Very Good! (2,299 reviews)

Nice partial view of ocean. Clean facility! Near attractions. Staff was very friendly/accommodating. No seaweed smells/issues in January.

Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026

![Limetree Beach Resort by Club Wyndham](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/527900/527815/ab5620c8_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

### Limetree Beach Resort by Club Wyndham

CA $3,965

per person

Mar 6 - Mar 13

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Toronto (YTO) to St. Thomas (STT)

8.2/10 Very Good! (202 reviews)

The room was spotless

Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026

### Popular places to visit

![Honeymoon Beach featuring a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068183/43edeb06-f08e-402f-bd2c-d4f0cdb9e6f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Honeymoon Beach

5/5(3 reviews)

From snorkeling to stand-up paddlingboarding, choose from a range of activities that will get you out in the water to see the rays and turtles that live around this excellent beach.

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![Since I like to sleep late...Here's another sunset from STJ!
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#### Hawksnest Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Hawksnest Beach during your travels in St. John? Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the snorkeling spots. 

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![Tropical palm tree on Soloman Bay beach,  island of St. John, Virgin Islands, Caribbean.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6248665/0f0f2640-2756-4258-a2b8-c92d3c365746.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Salomon Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Salomon Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to St. John. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the snorkeling spots. 

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![Our tradition while on the island is to buy a bottle of rum, sit in the water and enjoy the sunset. Absolutely my favorite time of day on STJ as the sunsets are typically amazing. #nationalpark #beach #sunset #Caribbean #nature](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6248694/7c352529-c56e-4a0c-84f9-d8eaf13216a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Gibney Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Gibney Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to St. John. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the snorkeling spots. 

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#### Trunk Bay

5/5(5 reviews)

Backed by palms, this stretch of sparkling white sand is regularly ranked as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

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#### The Self Centre

Enjoy a trip to The Self Centre and popular activities like snorkeling in Estate Caneel Bay. Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful coral reefs in this romantic area. 

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