America’s paradise, the U.S. Virgin Islands, is eminent for its white sand beaches, abundant natural diversity, and cultural heritage. Previously named the Danish West Indian Islands, these turquoise waters have been a favorite summer destination for travelers worldwide.
The islands are composed of three large islands and about fifty smaller ones. Of these, St. Thomas houses the 5-acre (2-ha) marine attraction, Coral World Ocean Park, and the national historic landmark Blackbeard’s Castle. Likewise, the U.S. Virgin Islands is a piece of heaven on earth that will unquestionably give you a one-of-a-kind family vacation with exquisite resorts equipped with private pools.
Pack your things, pick your reef-friendly sunscreen and look through this list of the best resorts with private pool in the U.S. Virgin Islands for your great escapade.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to private pool. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. The Westin St. John Resort Villas; St. John (from USD 809)
The 2-bedroom villa was comfortable and well-equipped, but the pricing for additional amenities like chairs and snorkel gear was considered expensive.
The villa had a private pool, well-maintained grounds, and complimentary kayaks for exploring Great Cruz Bay.
Stunning beachfront location with easy access to the pool, hot tub, and nearby attractions, but limited transportation options and a small beach area.
The breakfast was quick and tasty, but the lunch menu at Snorkels Bar & Grill was preferred over the dinner options. Limited dining choices due to Covid situation.
Do you wish to have an intimate pool experience with your loved one in St. John? At The Westin St. John Resort Villas, you might want to consider booking the three-bedroom villa that boasts a private pool. The accommodation comprises of stylish sun loungers and an outdoor table and chair set with an umbrella. You can also take advantage of the whirlpool master bath in one of the bathrooms if you need some alone time to unwind.
The Westin St. John Resort & Villas
Address: 300B Chocolate Hole, Cruz Bay, Cruz Bay, U.S. Virgin Islands, 830
8.73 km (5.5 mi) from Coral World Ocean Park
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2. Memory Daze; St. John (from USD 600)
Make extra special memories with your family at this lovely Caribbean style villa in Coral Bay showcasing a large pool overlooking a panoramic southeast island view.
Memory Daze allows you to enjoy studio cottage pods and the main house, where you can sleep, dine, and freshen up. With its classic set of furniture, bedroom essentials, and the refreshing waters of the private pool, who wouldn’t have a restful stay in this beautifully appointed nest?
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the views from the pool area were amazingthe view is beautiful and we loved the poolwe were super comfortable and could not get over the jaw dropping viewhaving our own pool with such an amazing view made our stay fantasticthe kitchen was large and well appointed and the grill was also goodHost:
the staff was wonderfulfrom start to finish the team was helpful responsive and communicativeRead more reviewsLocation:
we liked the location on the coral bay sidethe location is away from it all yet with easy access to the best beaches and activitiesvery cute & quant place perfect for twoi felt very comfortable and safe at this locationwe loved the location with its views of coral bay
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3. The St. John Great House (from USD 1383)
Take a plunge into this villa’s horizon pool perched atop a private road in Cruz Bay. With its vanishing edge style, you will unquestionably admire the 270-degree view of the panoramic Caribbean Ocean. Furthermore, the pool area is equipped with modern beach chairs, umbrellas, and coolers to complete your outdoor relaxation. It also has an outdoor dining area and bar where you can share a meal with your family.
From St. John Great House’s state-of-the-art interiors to its meticulously planned functional rooms, you will notice how magnificent and amenity-rich this villa is, deserving of a 5-star rating.
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this is a beautiful home with incredible views love the layout lots of deck space poolsthe interior is comfortable with beautiful and interesting furnishingsthere was a pullout twin bed in the room so it worked greatwe loved sitting outside on the deck for breakfast and dinner and watching the ships and the weatherthe beds are the most comfortable beds i have ever slept on
4. Heaven's Gate; St. John (from USD 1014)
Fall in love with this luxurious Mediterranean-inspired villa overlooking St. John’s pristine beaches and mangrove lined bays.
Heaven’s Gate lives up to its name, perched atop a hill with an unimpeded view of the ocean and its neighboring islands, so you are in for a visual feast. It flourishes even more with its sparkling saltwater private pool that is open anytime. What’s more, you can enjoy the sweeping views from the pool as it has a built-in seating feature.
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amazing views and warm welcome the house was comfortable for 8 adults and each bedroom had an amazing viewthe most beautiful sunset and sunrise right off any of the patio’s or from any of the roomslimitless views excellent swimming pool such a beautiful home and locationwe enjoyed the patio and pool both day and nightthe outdoor bathrooms were amazing especially the one with the viewCleanliness:
the pool is clean and relaxingit is very clean and very privatethe house was very clean comfortable and spaciousHost:
hugo was an excellent hosthugo is an outstanding hosthugo was such a great host with great response timehugo is a great host he was very accommodating brought us fresh produce from his farmhugo was a fantastic host and we could not have asked for a better experienceRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful location and very thoughtful villa designif you’re looking for a peaceful breathtaking get away this is the place
5. Ginger Thomas Villa; St. John (from USD 440)
Ginger Thomas has king size bedrooms, each with a full bathroom. The open-concept living and dining area comes with a 5.5-m (18-ft) sliding door that leads to a large outdoor living area. Besides the covered veranda with a wicker couch, the outdoor living area has a gorgeous splash pool on the deck, where visitors can loosen up while watching the spectacular sunset over the Caribbean islands.
Are you going to the beach? No need to worry, because this property has snorkeling equipment perfect for your water adventure.
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we love the main villa with pool and fantastic views looking towards stCleanliness:
the house was very clean and well appointedthe property is cleanthis was a wonderful clean and well appointed 2 bedroom homeeverything went exactly like expected beautiful villa and very cleanthe villa is clean and well located right above cruz bayHost:
property owner/manager was super responsive to handling a couple issues we hada great spot and a great host - highly recommendtara is very helpful in providing help and informationthe property was as described and tara was very responsive and helpful to questions and informationRead more reviewsLocation:
an ideal place for two couplesthe location is great - just a short drive down the hill to downtown cruz baythe location is great view is amazing and the property is top notch
6. Remodeled villa with heated pool; St. Thomas (from USD 577)
Take a dip in the calming waters of the serenity pool at this rental, spread across 188.1 sqm (2,025 sq. ft.) of elevated land area in Charlotte Amalie. The pool comes with unobstructed 180-degree Caribbean views. It is ideally situated between the two gorgeous house pods and is heated during the winter, allowing you to enjoy swimming even in cold weather.
The villa likewise takes pride in its sophisticated functional areas, child-friendly features, and accessibility to four beaches. WiFi is free, too.
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views were impressive from the property’s pool deck and overall neighborhood was well kept and manicuredpros: - amazing view - 4 separate "suites" with bathrooms and acthe deck is huge and has multiple sitting areas and a nice poolCleanliness:
the pool was warm and clean and included noodles towelsrooms were clean and well furnished and expansiveHost:
joel the owner is greatbeautiful view and very attentive owner any problems txt him and he took care of it immediatelyjoel was excellent at communicating with us and curlson was helpful and entertainingRead more reviewsLocation:
best of all the location was close to our relatives on the islandwe are a group of 8 friends that go to different locations every year
7. Palm Vista; St. John (from USD 699)
Be on top of the world at this top-rated hilltop villa in Cruz Bay that uncovers a sparkling private pool and a spacious poolside deck where you can relax while watching the unbelievable sunrise to sunset views.
This vibrant and immaculately clean villa has vaulted ceilings, stone walls, and travertine marble floors. It is also installed with solar panels and cutting-edge power walls to ensure an excellent stay even during power outages. You can unquestionably have a restful stay with its air conditioned bedrooms outfitted with ensuite luxury baths. Enjoy island views while inside the house as the home comes with large glass doors.
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fabulous views from every roomawesome views from balcony and poolthe pool and lounge chairs were perfectwe had breakfast looking at the most amazing view in the islandviews were spectacular the house was comfortable and the winds kept the house comfortable without using the acCleanliness:
everything was very clean and welcomingit was really clean upon arrivalhouse was very clean and securethe villa was very clean and was stocked wellour villa was super clean which is very important to meHost:
property owner was very accommodating and helpfulthe owner provided excellent recommendations and information about the islandthis property and owner was outstanding thank you mikecouldn’t ask for a better host than mikeit was terrific from the first moment mike the owner is now a bffRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is nice where it takes only 15 min to get into townthis villa was perfect and we thought it was a great location
8. Mountaintop villa with outdoor pool; St. Croix Island (from USD 125)
Let your kids play and splash around in the oval-shaped outdoor pool while you are relaxing in one of the sun loungers of this private gated mountaintop villa in Frederiksted, St. Croix.
This property with eclectic touches showcases pleasant bedrooms, a vintage living area, and a fully functional kitchen. If you wish to test the waters by scuba diving, this property has the right equipment and the host is a scuba diver who’d love to help you!
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the pool feels great and the views from the deck at sunset are amazingamenities were superb (even to our high standards as bed & breakfast innkeepers ourselves)the pool was great after day at the beach and sunsets from the deck are amazingthe 2 bedroom apartment was perfect for the two of usapartment was perfectHost:
miro was a wonderful hostsecurity provided by 2 very friendly dobermansbeautiful property that the owner is continuously improvinghowever the owner provided us with a 5 gal bottled water jug to make that an easy processmiro (property owner) was more than accommodating friendly and politeRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location to reach nearby fredericksted and only a short drive to the hustle and bustle of christened
9. Villa Santa Cruz; St. Croix Island (from USD 950)
Experience the “Jewel of the Caribbean” in this 455.2 sqm (4,900 sq. ft.) gated sanctuary in St. Croix, just a few steps away from the historical Columbus Landing Beach. This majestic oceanfront villa promises an exceptional stay with its first-rate amenities, such as a gym, a game room, and a wet bar.
On top of these, it boasts a 12.2-m (40-ft) pool next to a shallow sundeck, where you can enjoy a gulp of beer and a calming view of the beach. If you want to avoid the sun, step into the shaded areas instead, where you can continue enjoying views of the azure waters.
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the pool was a perfect temperature with stunning viewsthe guest rooms suited us perfectly as three couples had an ocean view and private bathroomCleanliness:
but overall it was clean and comfortablethe property could use a more regular deep clean (ceiling fans baseboards) and minor maintenance (pool grout lightbulbs)Host:
she had also been kind enough with helping set up the house with our requested provisionsthe owner was easy to communicate with and very helpfulhe was very helpfulour local host was attentive and easy to coordinate with for arrival and other maintenance activitiesaustin is the on island property manager and he is very responsive and availableRead more reviewsLocation:
the location of the villa is perfect for a secluded vacationvery lovely property in a nice locationthe grill bar area is a favorite and the location convenientgreat property with total privacy and great location
10. Eco-friendly villa; St. John (from USD 750)
Beat the heat of the sun as you immerse yourself in the refreshing private pool of this eco-friendly beachfront villa in St. John. You’ll also have a dining area with a glass wall right next to the pool, so you can continue admiring the view even from indoors.
This massive villa flourishes with its eclectic blend of tropical and Thai touches visible in every corner of the charming property, giving off a surprisingly playful and cozy vibe. After a long day, unwind in the outdoor hot tub and take in the panoramic ocean view while sipping your favorite drink.
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kitchen has every appliance and cookware necessary for great meal preparationsthe kitchen and living room were inviting and had plenty of seatingthe tap room (at the brewery) had good food/drinks and an informal ambienceboth an outdoor dining table and a screened-in bar table were perfect for enjoying sunrises over the baybeds comfortable baths luxuriousCleanliness:
villa was well maintained and cleanRead more reviewsHost:
owners were communicative friendly and helpfulviki the property manager was great as was jonathon ward the owner of the villaviky the concierge is an absolute dream so warm professional and accommodatingoverall the island was gorgeous and the people were kind and friendlyviky was very helpful in arranging our stay giving info about st
Enjoy your vacation in the U.S. Virgin Islands
With its magnificent natural beauty, astounding beaches, and a wide array of exciting things to do, the U.S. Virgin Islands is a slice of paradise on Earth that will keep you coming back for more. Explore every nook of this wonderland and check out this list of the best resorts with a private pool in the U.S. Virgin Islands for a memorable getaway.
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