2 Best Hotels in East End, St. Thomas

Hilltop villas give you an eagle's-eye view of the East End and beyond, and those in a building adjacent to the reception area offer incredible sea views, but the sea-level junior suites, where the sounds of lapping waves lull you to sleep, are smaller. The beach, a five minute walk away, is tiny, though some may call it wonderfully private. Three pools give you more swimming and sunning options. The property also has a labyrinth of well-marked nature trails to explore. The casual waterfront Sun and Sea Bar & Grille serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and Ocean 180, an elegant American-inspired eatery, offers fantastic views of the British Virgin Islands. If you prefer to self-cater, you can opt to buy groceries online in advance.

This cozy bed-and-breakfast feels like a home away from home because of its casual ambience, picturesque setting overlooking Red Hook Harbor, and the friendliness of the owners. All rooms have air-conditioning and continental breakfast served on the balcony each morning. Just five minutes' drive to the beach, shopping, and ferries to St. John and the BVI, this is a great spot if you're looking for something intimate.