St John Inn – Room Style

Rooms at St John Inn are simple, practical, and geared toward travelers who plan to spend their days exploring St. John rather than staying in a large resort complex.

• Room types range from single rooms to two-room suites
• Some accommodations include kitchenettes for extra convenience
• In-room amenities can include refrigerators, microwaves, coffee/tea makers, and premium bedding

St John Inn is the better pick if you want a small, walkable, no-fuss base in Cruz Bay with useful in-room basics.

Buoy Haus Beach Resort St. Thomas, Autograph Collection – Room Style

Buoy Haus Beach Resort St. Thomas, Autograph Collection is the better fit if you want a more refined resort-style stay on St. Thomas rather than a small independent inn.

• Stronger choice for travelers who prefer a branded hotel experience
• Better suited to guests who want a beach-resort setting built into the stay
• Best for travelers prioritizing polish over small-inn simplicity

If you want a more upscale beach-resort feel, Buoy Haus Beach Resort St. Thomas, Autograph Collection is the more natural match.

St John Inn – Pool & Beach Setup

St John Inn is not a beachfront resort. Its strength is giving guests a small pool and practical beach-day gear while keeping them close to Cruz Bay and St. John transportation.

• One small outdoor pool on property
• Complimentary snorkel gear, beach chairs, coolers, and beach towels for guest use
• Best for travelers who plan to visit beaches around St. John rather than stay on one resort beach

Buoy Haus Beach Resort St. Thomas, Autograph Collection – Beach Scene

Buoy Haus Beach Resort St. Thomas, Autograph Collection is the stronger option if the hotel’s own beach-resort setting is central to your trip.

• Better for travelers who want a beach stay based on St. Thomas
• More resort-focused than St John Inn’s small-pool-and-beach-gear approach
• Better for guests who want the hotel itself to feel like the main vacation setting

If you want a true beach-resort feel, choose Buoy Haus Beach Resort St. Thomas, Autograph Collection; if you want to explore St. John from town, choose St John Inn.

St John Inn – Family Fit

St John Inn is an all-ages, family-friendly inn where children are welcome. It is best for families who are comfortable with a smaller property and an independent island itinerary.

• Children of all ages are welcome
• Kids 12 and under may stay free in the same room using existing bedding
• Best for families who value walkability, breakfast, and easy access to Cruz Bay

Buoy Haus Beach Resort St. Thomas, Autograph Collection – Family Fit

Buoy Haus Beach Resort St. Thomas, Autograph Collection is better suited to travelers who want the ease of a more conventional beach-resort stay on St. Thomas.

• Better for guests who want a resort-style base rather than a small inn
• Good fit when staying on St. Thomas is more convenient for the trip plan
• Stronger for travelers who want the hotel experience to carry more of the vacation

If your family wants a simple St. John base, St John Inn works well; if you want a more resort-centered stay, Buoy Haus Beach Resort St. Thomas, Autograph Collection has the edge.

St John Inn – Value Snapshot

St John Inn offers the most value when you want Cruz Bay walkability and useful inclusions without paying for a full resort setup.

• Best for travelers who want to be near restaurants, shopping, ferry docks, and charter boats
• Great if included breakfast, Wi-Fi, parking, beach gear, and happy hour matter
• Strong value for independent travelers using the inn as a base for St. John exploration

Buoy Haus Beach Resort St. Thomas, Autograph Collection – Value Snapshot

Buoy Haus Beach Resort St. Thomas, Autograph Collection is the better value if your priorities are beach-resort polish, St. Thomas convenience, and a more upscale hotel experience.

• Best for travelers who want a branded beach resort rather than a small inn
• Stronger for guests who prefer staying on St. Thomas
• Worth it if the resort setting is a major part of the vacation experience