Photo of Caneel Bay beach with bright fine sand surface

Photo of Caneel Bay beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Caneel Bay beach with small bay

7.6

Very good

Caneel Bay beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Caneel Bay beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Caneel Bay beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.The Windmill Bar is the closest place located 1400 meters from the beach.

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Caneel Bay beach?

There are 83 places to stay in the Caneel Bay beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Caneel Bay beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6362218&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Sugar Mill Hotel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9017529&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Hideout</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5190566&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Ocean View Villas</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6402206&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Tortola Adventure Private Villa Ocean-View Pool</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8267343&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">More Than Beauty Properties</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9302967&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Modern 3-bedroom villa with pool</a></li></ul>

#40 out of 76 in Cruz Bay

7.6

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Picturesque Easy access Bright fine sand Deserted Fine sand bottom

Click on any feature to view all similar beaches in area

Located within the settlement

Cruz Bay • 2.2 km

Map of beach

Italian Restaurant ZoZo's at Caneel Bay

9 - Excellent 650m

Bar The Windmill Bar

9.2 - Excellent 1.4km

Restaurant Shambles Island Bar and Grill

9.2 - Excellent 1.5km

Bar Heading East Bar & Grill

9.6 - Exceptional 1.6km

Restaurant St John Brewers - Tap Room Brewpub

9 - Excellent 1.9km

Seafood Restaurant 1864 The Restaurant

9.4 - Excellent 1.9km

Restaurant Greengos Caribbean Cantina

8.6 - Excellent 1.9km

Restaurant Sun Dog Cafe

9 - Excellent 1.9km

Restaurant Morgan's Mango

9 - Excellent 2km

Hiking Area Caneel Hill Trail

850m

Hiking Area Peace Hill Trail

930m

Park National Park Field

1.9km

Hiking Area Lind Point Trail

1.9km

Park Franklin A. Powell, Sr. Park

2.2km

Hiking Area L'Esperance trailhead

2.8km

Park St John Native plant garden

3.2km

Hiking Area Cinnamon Bay Trail

3.6km

National Park Virgin Islands National Park

3.7km

Ice Cream Shop St. John Scoops

8.8 - Excellent 1.9km

Sandwich Shop North Shore Deli

9.4 - Excellent 1.9km

Ice Cream Shop Cool Desires

8.6 - Excellent 2km

Grocery Store Baby’s Mini Mart

2.3km

Supermarket Dolphin Gourmet Market - Westin

2.5km

Grocery Store Moe's Fresh Market Redhook

7.4km

Supermarket Food Center

9.2km

Grocery Store Louie's Market

8 - Very good 9.3km

Supermarket Baly's Hempworld

9.8km

Tourist Attraction Dennis Bay Greathouse Ruins

9.4 - Excellent 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Jumbie Beach

1.2km

Tourist Attraction Coral Reef Underwater Park Trail

1.8km

Tourist Attraction Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel

9.8 - Exceptional 2.3km

Tourist Attraction Parasail Virgin Islands

9.8 - Exceptional 7km

Tourist Attraction Carolina Corral

8.8 - Excellent 8km

Tourist Attraction Champagne Catamaran

9.8 - Exceptional 9.3km

Tourist Attraction Captain Nautica Excursions, Tours, & Boat Rentals

8 - Very good 9.3km

Tourist Attraction Gun Point

10 - Exceptional 9.7km

Art Gallery Bajo el Sol Gallery, Art Bar & Rum Room

9.8 - Exceptional 1.9km

Aquarium Coral World Ocean Park

8.3km

Historical Landmark Annaberg Sugar Plantation

6km

View all on map

About

Caneel Bay beach is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 40th place out of 76 beaches in the United States Virgin Islands region The beach is located in an urban area with very picturesque views. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.

Caneel Bay beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, snorkeling, sup-surfing, sea kayaking.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

18 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Maho Bay beach, which has a rating of 8.7.

Caneel Bay beach is located in United States Virgin Islands within Cruz Bay, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the coast of the St.John island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+28 ^o C +27 ^o C

Air temperature

8.2 M/S

Wind

+29 ^o C

Water temperature

1.3 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Cruz Bay • 2.2 km

Map of beach

Italian Restaurant ZoZo's at Caneel Bay

9 - Excellent 650m

Bar The Windmill Bar

9.2 - Excellent 1.4km

Restaurant Shambles Island Bar and Grill

9.2 - Excellent 1.5km

Bar Heading East Bar & Grill

9.6 - Exceptional 1.6km

Restaurant St John Brewers - Tap Room Brewpub

9 - Excellent 1.9km

Seafood Restaurant 1864 The Restaurant

9.4 - Excellent 1.9km

Restaurant Greengos Caribbean Cantina

8.6 - Excellent 1.9km

Restaurant Sun Dog Cafe

9 - Excellent 1.9km

Restaurant Morgan's Mango

9 - Excellent 2km

Hiking Area Caneel Hill Trail

850m

Hiking Area Peace Hill Trail

930m

Park National Park Field

1.9km

Hiking Area Lind Point Trail

1.9km

Park Franklin A. Powell, Sr. Park

2.2km

Hiking Area L'Esperance trailhead

2.8km

Park St John Native plant garden

3.2km

Hiking Area Cinnamon Bay Trail

3.6km

National Park Virgin Islands National Park

3.7km

Ice Cream Shop St. John Scoops

8.8 - Excellent 1.9km

Sandwich Shop North Shore Deli

9.4 - Excellent 1.9km

Ice Cream Shop Cool Desires

8.6 - Excellent 2km

Grocery Store Baby’s Mini Mart

2.3km

Supermarket Dolphin Gourmet Market - Westin

2.5km

Grocery Store Moe's Fresh Market Redhook

7.4km

Supermarket Food Center

9.2km

Grocery Store Louie's Market

8 - Very good 9.3km

Supermarket Baly's Hempworld

9.8km

Tourist Attraction Dennis Bay Greathouse Ruins

9.4 - Excellent 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Jumbie Beach

1.2km

Tourist Attraction Coral Reef Underwater Park Trail

1.8km

Tourist Attraction Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel

9.8 - Exceptional 2.3km

Tourist Attraction Parasail Virgin Islands

9.8 - Exceptional 7km

Tourist Attraction Carolina Corral

8.8 - Excellent 8km

Tourist Attraction Champagne Catamaran

9.8 - Exceptional 9.3km

Tourist Attraction Captain Nautica Excursions, Tours, & Boat Rentals

8 - Very good 9.3km

Tourist Attraction Gun Point

10 - Exceptional 9.7km

Art Gallery Bajo el Sol Gallery, Art Bar & Rum Room

9.8 - Exceptional 1.9km

Aquarium Coral World Ocean Park

8.3km

Historical Landmark Annaberg Sugar Plantation

6km

View all on map

Booking.com

Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

10.6km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Ocean View Villas

Resort Villa

Located at nearest locality

Cruz Bay • 12.8km from center

Booking.com View deals

10.6km from the beach

9.4 Excellent

The Hideout

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Cruz Bay • 12.8km from center

Booking.com View deals

20km from the beach

7.5 Very good

Abigail's Spectacular 2 bedrooms-Entire Apartment

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Cruz Bay • 22km from center

Booking.com View deals

View all nearest stays

Booking.com

Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8.1 (Very good)

What to do in Caneel Bay beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

If you like outdoor activities, the Caneel Bay beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!

When it comes to what to do in Caneel Bay beach, it's impossible not to mention an insanely popular activity: snorkeling. The coastal waters of the region are full of interesting views, which can be observed through a snorkeling mask. Well, if you do not have the necessary equipment for snorkeling - everything can be purchased at the nearby shops.

There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Caneel Bay beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.

In most cases, the question What to do on Caneel Bay beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.

View map

Nearest Beaches

290m 4 min walk

Turtle Bay beach II Turtle Bay beach II

7.8 Very good

500m 7 min walk

Turtle Bay beach Turtle Bay beach

7.8 Very good

570m 8 min walk

Hawksnest beach Hawksnest beach

8.3 Very good

1km 14 min walk

Oppenheimer beach Oppenheimer beach

7.5 Very good

1.1km 15 min walk

Honeymoon beach Honeymoon beach

8.5 Excellent

1.2km 16 min walk

Jumbie beach Jumbie beach

7.8 Very good

1.4km 19 min walk

Salomon beach Salomon beach

8.3 Very good

1.8km 23 min walk

Trunk Bay beach Trunk Bay beach

8.7 Excellent

Localities

Nearest

Cruz Bay • 2.2km

Transport

Airport

SPB • 16.5km

All nearest beaches

You can set the search radius & filter nearest beaches by features

Recommended Activities

What to do in Caneel Bay beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.6 Very good

Contribute

Share your experience with other travelers

Average Reviews rating

7.6 Very good

Ling

10 Exceptional

This beach is a great spot for snorkeling, but it can only be reached by boat at this time.

April 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Caneel Bay beach?

The Caneel Bay beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Caneel Bay beach?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Caneel Bay beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

The Caneel Bay beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Snorkeling
Sup surfing (Sup touring)

Is the Caneel Bay beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.

Caneel Bay beach is fully protected from waves.

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Caneel Bay beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Caneel Bay beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Caneel Bay beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Caneel Bay beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.The Windmill Bar is the closest place located 1400 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Caneel Bay beach?

There are 83 places to stay in the Caneel Bay beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Caneel Bay beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Caneel Bay beach from parking?

The Caneel Bay beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

Are there any attractions nearby Caneel Bay beach?

There are 3 attractions near Caneel Bay beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Dennis Bay Greathouse Ruins located in 1.1 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Caneel Bay beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Caneel Bay beach is September. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 26°C and water 26°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Caneel Bay beach (St.John island) is not just a great place to relax and swim, everything is created there for sunbathing. You can even call Caneel Bay beach a sunbathing beach. Comfortable sun loungers with umbrellas and for the most sophisticated tourists - a natural shade along the beach. A beautiful tan after taking a few sunbaths on this beach is ensured. The main thing is not to forget to use sunscreen and do not overdo with time spent in the sun. If in doubt, look at the user photos above.