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RESORT COMPARISON · ST JOHN

Cinnamon Bay Beach & Campground vs The Westin St. John Resort Villas

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What the badges mean:FPFamily Preferred — solid family choiceFFFamily First — built around kids & teens
KIDDOMETER RECOMMENDATION

Best for most families: Cinnamon Bay Beach & Campground

FPFamily Preferred

Cinnamon Bay offers strong family amenities like water sports rentals, diverse activities, and family-oriented accommodations, making it a preferred choice for active families.

✓ OUR PICK
Cinnamon Bay Beach & Campground
FPFamily Preferred

Cinnamon Bay Beach & Campground

$$ Per night, avg.

Cinnamon Bay Beach & Campground offers a relaxed, nature-immersed experience for families directly on a beautiful Caribbean beach. Its rustic cottages, tents, and campsites provide an adventurous stay away from modern distractions.

The Westin St. John Resort Villas
FPFamily Preferred

The Westin St. John Resort Villas

$$$$ Per night, avg.

This beachfront resort provides a family-friendly setting with dedicated activities for kids and a private Caribbean beach. The villa-style accommodations with kitchen amenities cater well to families seeking a longer stay.

AT A GLANCE

Quick Facts

FEATURE
Cinnamon Bay Beach & Campground
The Westin St. John Resort Villas
Kids Club
Not included
✓ Yes
Spa
Not included
✓ Yes
Babysitting
Not included
✓ Yes
Price
$$
$$$$
Best For
Families with elementary-age to teenage kids who enjoy camping, rustic accommodations, and active beach holidays.
Families with elementary-age kids and teenagers, as well as multi-generational groups
WHAT THEY BOTH SHARE
✓ Beachfront✓ Family Rooms✓ Grocery Nearby
AROUND THE RESORT

Nearby Highlights

CINNAMON BAY BEACH & CAMPGROUND
→Cinnamon Bay Beach — Directly on
→Trunk Bay Beach — ~4 min drive (2.0 miles)
→Maho Bay Beach — ~5 min drive (2.3 miles)
→Hawksnest Beach — ~6 min drive (3.1 miles)
→Annaberg Plantation Ruins — ~9 min drive (4.5 miles)
THE WESTIN ST. JOHN RESORT VILLAS
→Great Cruz Bay Beach — Directly on
→Cruz Bay Town — 4 min drive / 12 min walk
→Virgin Islands National Park (nearest entrance/visitor center) — 4 min drive
→Trunk Bay Beach — 15 min drive
→Maho Bay Beach — 20 min drive
THE UPSIDE

Things Families Love

CINNAMON BAY CAMPGROUND
✓Longest beach on St. John offering ample space for play and relaxation
✓Calm, shallow Caribbean waters perfect for safe swimming and floating
✓On-site water sports rentals including kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkel gear
✓Daily National Park Service maintained restrooms and showers
✓Engaging amphitheater programs and easy access to historical plantation ruins
WESTIN ST. JOHN RESORT VILLAS
✓Spacious villas, townhouses with full kitchens, washers, and dryers
✓Westin Family Kids Club offers daily activities for ages 4-12 including iguana feeding
✓Large quarter-acre resort pool with a whirlpool, cabanas available
✓Private white-sand beach with calm, swimmable water perfect for young children
✓Complimentary non-motorized water sports like kayaks and paddleboards
✓Some larger villas feature private plunge pools for extra family privacy
BEFORE YOU BOOK

Things to Know

CINNAMON BAY CAMPGROUND
!Accommodation options are camping-style, ranging from bare sites to eco-tents and cottages
!No private bathrooms, all accommodations use communal bathhouses
!Restaurant and food truck offer limited dining options, consider bringing your own food
!Campground closes annually from September 1st to October 31st
!Getting here requires a ferry from St. Thomas and then a taxi or rental car
WESTIN ST. JOHN RESORT VILLAS
!Transportation from St. Thomas to the resort's private dock incurs an additional fee
!On-site dining can be limited in variety and expensive, consider villa cooking or exploring Cruz Bay
!The resort's man-made beach has calm water but may not be ideal for snorkeling
!Aggressive golf cart traffic on property is a noted concern for families with young children
!While family-friendly, many reviews mention the property is generally pricey overall
RATES & PHOTOS

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