St John Inn – Room Style

Rooms at St John Inn are simple, practical, and geared toward travelers who need a comfortable base in Cruz Bay. Options range from single rooms to two-room suites, with some kitchenettes available.

• Room types ranging from single rooms to two-room suites
• Useful in-room amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, coffee makers, and hair dryers
• Some kitchenette options for travelers who want extra flexibility

St John Inn is the better pick if you want a small, convenient hotel room and plan to spend most of your time out exploring the island.

The Westin St. John Resort Villas – Room Style

The Westin St. John Resort Villas delivers a more resort-style lodging experience, with villa accommodations that feel better suited to longer stays and travelers who want more of a vacation-home setup.

• Villa-style accommodations rather than a small boutique-inn format
• Better for travelers who want a more residential resort stay
• Best for guests who prioritize comfort, space, and a larger property feel

If you want a more substantial resort-villa experience and expect to spend meaningful time on property, The Westin St. John Resort Villas is the stronger choice.

St John Inn – Pool & Beach Gear

St John Inn has one small outdoor pool and leans on practical beach-day perks rather than a large pool complex. It works best for guests who plan to visit St. John's beaches independently.

• One outdoor pool in a small inn setting
• Complimentary snorkel gear, beach chairs, beach towels, and coolers
• Best for travelers who want to explore different beaches rather than stay poolside all day

The Westin St. John Resort Villas – Resort Beach Scene

The Westin St. John Resort Villas offers more of the classic St. John resort atmosphere, making it a better match for travelers who want their beach-and-pool time tied closely to the property.

• Larger resort setting with a stronger on-property vacation feel
• Better for guests who want to spend more time relaxing at the resort
• Stronger choice for a beach-resort style stay on St. John

If your ideal trip is beach-hopping with borrowed gear and a simple room in town, St John Inn is a smart fit; if you want a more complete resort setting, choose The Westin St. John Resort Villas.

St John Inn – Family Fit

St John Inn is an all-ages, family-friendly property where children are welcome. It is best for families who are comfortable with a small hotel setting and want easy Cruz Bay access.

• Children of all ages are welcome
• Kids 12 and under may stay free using existing bedding
• Better for independent families who value location over resort programming

The Westin St. John Resort Villas – Family Fit

The Westin St. John Resort Villas is the stronger option for families or multi-generation groups who want a larger resort-villa environment and more room to settle into a vacation routine.

• Villa-style setup works well for longer family stays
• Larger property feel than a small Cruz Bay inn
• Better for groups who want a more self-contained resort stay

If your family wants walkability and a casual base, St John Inn is appealing; if you want a more spacious resort-villa vacation, The Westin St. John Resort Villas is usually the better fit.

St John Inn – Value Snapshot

St John Inn offers the most value when you want a modest, central, boutique hotel with useful included perks and no need for a large resort footprint.

• Best for travelers who want to stay near Cruz Bay dining, shopping, and ferry access
• Great if you value complimentary breakfast, Wi-Fi, parking, beach gear, and happy hour
• Strong value for guests who will explore St. John instead of relying on resort amenities

The Westin St. John Resort Villas – Value Snapshot

The Westin St. John Resort Villas is the better value if your priorities are resort scale, villa-style comfort, and a stay that feels more self-contained.

• Best for travelers who want a larger St. John resort experience
• Stronger for families and groups who prefer villa-style accommodations
• Worth it if you want more of your vacation centered around the property