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Sapphire Beach Condominium Resort

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Smith Bay Estates,St. Thomas, Virgin Islands (U.S.) 00802
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Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1100
Local currency: USD

Sapphire Beach is one of St. Thomas's premier resorts with complete amenities. The resort's beach is over a half mile long, with clear turquoise water at the shore becoming a rich deep blue in the distance. Sapphire Beach Resort enjoys suites that are luxurious and spacious, with spectacular views. Enjoy private balconies, and full kitchens with large living areas. All units have air conditioning, cable TV, ceiling fan and phones. Everything is provided to ensure the total vacation. Amenities include a water sports center and a large freshwater pool overlooking the sea along with two tennis courts lit for night play. Volleyball, snorkeling, swimming, winds surfing, sailing: you have it all. Sapphire Beach is located one mile from the town of Red Hook on the eastern end of the island. Red Hook provides all conveniences and grocery shopping, along with many additional dining options. Ferry service to St. John and the British Virgin Islands is also available from Red Hook. This is one of St. Thomas's finest all-suite properties located on one of the world's finest beaches in the perfect Caribbean location.World class beach, concierge and activities desk, car rental on property, water sports center with complimentary non- motorized water sports*, PADI dive center, 67 slip marina with charters leaving daily to St. John and the British Virgin Island - fishing charters also available from the Marina. On site Wedding coordinators, free continental breakfast, managers cocktail party and shuittles to Red Hook. Wireless internet access in the lobby and all guest rooms with safes. World class beach, concierge and activities desk, car rental on property, water sports center with complimentary non- motorized water sports*, PADI dive center, 67 slip marina with charters leaving daily to St. John and the British Virgin Island - fishing charters also available from the Marina. On site Wedding coordinators, live entertainment, managers cocktail party.

Hotel policies

Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1100
Local currency: USD


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Hotel address: Smith Bay Estates, St. Thomas, Virgin Islands (U.S.)  00802  

 
 

Area served

St. Thomas, Virgin Islands

Area airports

Cyril E. King International (STT)

Description

On the Eastern end of the island, over looking the Brisith Virgin Islands and St. John, moments from Red Hook and the ferry to St. John.

Amenities

  • Free Parking
  • Free Breakfast
  • Handicapped rooms/facilities
  • Internet Access
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Concierge
  • Wireless internet
  • High Speed Internet

Dining

Breakfast/Cocktail Parties

Free continental breakfast daily and managers cocktail party.

Please enter check-in and check-out dates to the right to select a room

Beachfront Suite

Beachfront suite with king bed. Suite includes separate living room area with queen sofa sleeper, kitchen and dining area. All suites include alarm clock, patio or balcony, hairdryer, radio, cable TV and writing desk.

Beachfront Villa

Features 1 king bed upstairs, with a two-queen pull out sofa bed in downstairs living room. Enjoy a 150 square foot ocean-view balcony off of the living & dining room with lounge chairs and outdoor dining set. Also, there is a small balcony off of the bedroom with lounge chairs too.

Harbor View Suite

Yacht harbor view suite with king bed. Suite includes separate living room area with queen sofa sleeper, kitchen and dining area. All suites include alarm clock, patio or balcony, hairdryer, radio, cable TV and writing desk.

Hotel policies

Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1100
Local currency: USD


Terms and conditions

*rate found for check-in Dec 19, check-out Dec 20

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3.0 out of 5

(11 reviews)

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2 out of 5

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A Decent Resort

Jai Jul 28, 2009

This is a decent resort that could use some changes. The locatoin is good, the rooms have kitchens with great views and good ... beach access. The location is close to Red Hook (a small town with a few restaurants, a few bars, grocery store and the ferry to St John - cost $5). The Marina, which many of the tours start are on the premises. Has good snorkeling, jet skis and other water sports. This resort does not have any restaurants or bars, everything is boared up. It does have a grill set up with hot dogs, hamburgers, fries and frozen drinks for sell until 4. Bring your own liquor! The room was clean, had a updated bathroom, great view and great access to the beach. However, the decor could use some updating, we did have a small ant problem, the screen on the patio door did not work properly and the bed was squeaky. The employees were nice down to earth people who accomodated us with everything we requested, which was nice. To sum it up, if you are looking for a resort that will pamper you, has room service, a selection of restaurants, a gym, nightly entertainment, etc., this is not the place for you. But if you are looking for a clean, quiet, economy type place, don't mind cooking to save money with a nice beach and pool, and friendly security. This is the place for you. If this resort would provide some entertainment, reopen the restaurants and pool bar, have working phones and update their rooms, it would be a really great place to stay in St Thomas.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
1
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
3
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
3
Dining options:
1

Traveler type: Couples

Nightlife hint, Short Drive

Go to Red Hook, catch the ferry to St John or go in town for the night life.


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Score

1 out of 5

not worth the price

future islander Jul 7, 2009

its really too bad the such a super location has fell into such a state of dis-repair, all bars/restaurants are closed and ... boarded up, and the unit we stayed in (#B104) was in terrible shape, all the fixtures/light switches, bathtub, and toilet were very rusty, ants all over the place, and several lights that did not work. I stayed here 5 years ago and it was pretty nice, hard to believe its has gotten so bad. not worth the money in my opinion. One high point is the beach, I think its the nicest on island.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
1
Room comfort:
2
Hotel check-in:
2
Maintenance:
1
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel Staff:
2
Value:
1
Dining options:
1

Traveler type: Couples


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5 out of 5

Fantastic Location

St Thomas Traveller Jun 16, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The location was great. The beaches are beautiful and the rooms are very nice. ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples


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Trip hints from our users

Nightlife hint, Short Drive

Go to Red Hook, catch the ferry to St John or go in town for the night life.

--Jai, Washington DC Jul 28, 2009

Money savers hint

Be prepared to rent a car or pay for taxi service. We found a gentleman whom we called when we needed to be transported. He was great and very reliable.

--The Traveler, Midwest May 27, 2009

Dining hint, Long Walk

Buy food at the market in Red Hook to save some money.

--Guessed, Iowa Apr 22, 2009

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3.0 out of 5

(11 reviews)

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2 out of 5

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A Decent Resort

Jai Jul 28, 2009

This is a decent resort that could use some changes. The locatoin is good, the rooms have kitchens with great views and good ... beach access. The location is close to Red Hook (a small town with a few restaurants, a few bars, grocery store and the ferry to St John - cost $5). The Marina, which many of the tours start are on the premises. Has good snorkeling, jet skis and other water sports. This resort does not have any restaurants or bars, everything is boared up. It does have a grill set up with hot dogs, hamburgers, fries and frozen drinks for sell until 4. Bring your own liquor! The room was clean, had a updated bathroom, great view and great access to the beach. However, the decor could use some updating, we did have a small ant problem, the screen on the patio door did not work properly and the bed was squeaky. The employees were nice down to earth people who accomodated us with everything we requested, which was nice. To sum it up, if you are looking for a resort that will pamper you, has room service, a selection of restaurants, a gym, nightly entertainment, etc., this is not the place for you. But if you are looking for a clean, quiet, economy type place, don't mind cooking to save money with a nice beach and pool, and friendly security. This is the place for you. If this resort would provide some entertainment, reopen the restaurants and pool bar, have working phones and update their rooms, it would be a really great place to stay in St Thomas.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
1
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
3
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
3
Dining options:
1

Traveler type: Couples

Nightlife hint, Short Drive

Go to Red Hook, catch the ferry to St John or go in town for the night life.


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Score

1 out of 5

not worth the price

future islander Jul 7, 2009

its really too bad the such a super location has fell into such a state of dis-repair, all bars/restaurants are closed and ... boarded up, and the unit we stayed in (#B104) was in terrible shape, all the fixtures/light switches, bathtub, and toilet were very rusty, ants all over the place, and several lights that did not work. I stayed here 5 years ago and it was pretty nice, hard to believe its has gotten so bad. not worth the money in my opinion. One high point is the beach, I think its the nicest on island.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
1
Room comfort:
2
Hotel check-in:
2
Maintenance:
1
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel Staff:
2
Value:
1
Dining options:
1

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

5 out of 5

Fantastic Location

St Thomas Traveller Jun 16, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The location was great. The beaches are beautiful and the rooms are very nice. ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

3 out of 5

Trip hint

Beautiful Beach - Rooms Need Updating

The Traveler May 27, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The overall experience was good. Some of the rooms were more updated than others, but all were tolerable. We did not have ... any pests,torn screens, etc. Our room had nice stainless steel appliances and it appeared the bathroom was in the midst of being updated because some of the materials were in the closet. The staff was nice with the exception of one person. They have a grill near the beach that prepared hot dogs, hamburgers, etc.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
3
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
4
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Friends

Money savers hint

Be prepared to rent a car or pay for taxi service. We found a gentleman whom we called when we needed to be transported. He was great and very reliable.


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Score

3 out of 5

Stay at Sapphire

Constant Traveler Apr 23, 2009

Sapphire Beach seems as if it was a beautiful resort at one time, but the owners seem to have really let it go and the ... grounds need a great deal of work. Our individual unit left a lot to be desifered as well.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
2
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
1
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
1
Dining options:
1

Traveler type: Family


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Score

4 out of 5

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Great time!

Guessed Apr 22, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

We stayed 5 nights at the Sapphire Beach Resort and had a blast! The resort is on a beautiful white sand beach with clear ... blue water. We were able to use snorkeling and windsurfing equipment along with beach chairs for free. We ran into a problem during check-in. The hotel had no record of our reservation through Orbitz. This was taken care of quickly when the hotel staff called Orbitz. Other than this problem, we had a great time. The staff were friendly, making sure we were comfortable in our room and that everything was taken care of. While the resort is in a bit of a secluded area, we were able to walk (15-20 minutes) or take a taxi ($4-5 per person) to Red Hook. To save some money, I'd recommend buying some food at the market and cooking dinner in your room. The free breakfast was a bit of a disappointment, as they only offered muffins, bagels, juice, and coffee. Otherwise, our experience was great. The room was large, clean, and quiet, with a great view of the beach.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
2
Maintenance:
4
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
4
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples

Dining hint, Long Walk

Buy food at the market in Red Hook to save some money.


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Score

5 out of 5

Very friendly resort

Geraldine Oct 21, 2008

Would recommend to a friend!

Sapphire is a beautiful resort with one of the best beaches on St. Thomas. The staff was very friendly, and really made my ... stay here wonderful. The bathrooms were large and clean, the room service was terrfic. There was adequate closet space for all of our clothes. The location is about 1/2 mile from Red Hook, which has a terrfic nightlife and restaurants. I would stay here again.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
3
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Family


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Score

4 out of 5

Red Hook Harbor for Dining just 5 min away

Harald Apr 15, 2008

Would recommend to a friend!

The Sapphire Beach Condominium Resort has a perfect locaton on the beach. All of the privatly owned Condominiums have ... seaview. For dining you have to go to Red Hook harbour (half a mile away) per Taxi 4 US per person, or go with the ferry to Saint John - that's perfect for sunset, food and party. The Resort itself is 35 years old. The wood seems antik but all the palmtrees look very healthy and naturaly.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
3
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
2
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Friends


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Score

2 out of 5

Great location, poor facility

Linda Mar 19, 2008

Beach was lovely, view was lovely, location (5 minutes from the Red Hook ferry to St. John's) was great -- but the property ... was very poorly maintained: room safe was broken, cold water handle in the shower was coming off, one lamp and one bathroom light didn't work, etc. Staff was not very responsive; for example, it took 36 hours and repeated requests to get a working lamp, and four hours to get clean towels after we asked for them (our room wasn't ever serviced before 4 pm). The free cocktail party consisted of a pitcher of rum punch and three platters of dip & chip. Free continental breakfast was served at tables that had not been wiped off in a day or more.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
2
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
4
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

5 out of 5

Trip hint

Great Vacation

Tammy Mar 18, 2008

Would recommend to a friend!

This was a great location, great room and staff. The only complaint would be that there was not much to offer in the way of ... dining at this location. It has a lot to offer just seems that it needs some TLC from a management perspective. We loved it and will look to possibly buy a condo at Sappharie now. It was great!

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Couples

Dining hint, Short Drive

Seaside Inn Fresh Fish you pick it they cook it. It is great a local place


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Score

2 out of 5

Trip hint

Thank heavens for the beach and great snorkeling!

TK May 19, 2007

The only great thing about Sapphire Beach Condominium Resort is the snorkeling - along with colorful fish, we saw turtles and ... stingrays. The hotel itself was not in the best condition -lobby bathroom was dimly lit and toilet overflowing. Our marina front room was not clean - pubic hair found in the tub, sheets smelled musty and partition doors were fallen off the hinges. Overall staff seemed miserable and were not friendly except for the crew dealing with the non-motorized water equipment/beach chairs - they were so helpful. Swimming pool looked nice but the restroom and bar facilities were boarded up. The food was another limited amenity but we did enjoy the burgers grilled on the beach. Though I would not recommend staying here, you might want to stop in for snorkeling.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
2
Room comfort:
2
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
1
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel Staff:
2
Value:
2
Dining options:
2

Traveler type: Couples

Money savers hint, Short Drive

I recommend renting a car if you want to venture out on the island. Taxi rides were generally $10 per person one way. If you must stay at this hotel, hang out in Red Hook - Duffy's Love Shack has great drinks and try the marina bar across the street above the sushi restaurant - they make great pizza.


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Nightlife hint, Short Drive

Go to Red Hook, catch the ferry to St John or go in town for the night life.

--Jai, Washington DC Jul 28, 2009

Money savers hint

Be prepared to rent a car or pay for taxi service. We found a gentleman whom we called when we needed to be transported. He was great and very reliable.

--The Traveler, Midwest May 27, 2009

Dining hint, Long Walk

Buy food at the market in Red Hook to save some money.

--Guessed, Iowa Apr 22, 2009

Dining hint, Short Drive

Seaside Inn Fresh Fish you pick it they cook it. It is great a local place

--Tammy, Fort Lauderdale, FL Mar 18, 2008

Money savers hint, Short Drive

I recommend renting a car if you want to venture out on the island. Taxi rides were generally $10 per person one way. If you must stay at this hotel, hang out in Red Hook - Duffy's Love Shack has great drinks and try the marina bar across the street above the sushi restaurant - they make great pizza.

--TK, Washington, DC May 19, 2007

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