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The Private Island Experience at Hotel on the Cay

Stay on an Island. Wake Up Surrounded by Water.

Hotel on the Cay offers a St. Croix experience unlike a traditional mainland hotel. Located on Protestant Cay in Christiansted Harbor, the hotel sits on a private island just a short ferry ride from historic Christiansted.

Here, the water isn't just part of the view. It's part of the experience.

Arrive by ferry, settle into your recently renovated room or suite, step onto your private balcony and take in the harbor, the Caribbean Sea or the beach. Spend your day swimming, relaxing on Cay Beach or exploring St. Croix, then return to the quiet of the island at the end of the day.

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Your Own Island Setting in Christiansted Harbor

Hotel on the Cay is located on Protestant Cay, a small island in the center of Christiansted Harbor.

From the island, you can look across the water toward historic Christiansted and Fort Christiansvaern, watch boats move through the harbor and experience the Caribbean from a completely different perspective.

Yet you are never far from town. A short ferry ride connects Protestant Cay with the historic Christiansted waterfront, giving you access to restaurants, shops, history and local attractions while allowing you to return to your own island setting afterward.

Private island. Historic town. One distinctly St. Croix experience.

Wake Up With a View

One of the most memorable parts of staying on Protestant Cay is waking up surrounded by water.

Every guest room and suite at Hotel on the Cay features a private balcony, giving you your own outdoor space to enjoy the Caribbean breeze and the scenery surrounding the island.

Your view depends on where your accommodation is located:

Bay View

Look east across Christiansted Harbor toward the morning sun and passing boats.

Beach View

Look west toward Cay Beach and the Caribbean Sea, with a sunset-facing setting.

Harborview Fort

Look across the harbor toward historic Fort Christiansvaern and Christiansted's waterfront.

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Cay Beach Is Part of the Experience

You don't have to leave the island to enjoy the beach.

Cay Beach is located on Protestant Cay, just steps from Hotel on the Cay. Spend the day swimming, snorkeling, sunbathing or simply enjoying the Caribbean surroundings. The beach also offers views across Christiansted Harbor and a peaceful place to slow down and enjoy island life.

For many guests, the appeal is simple:

Wake up on an island. Walk to the beach.

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Across the Water From Historic Christiansted

Staying on an island doesn't mean being removed from the destination.

Hotel on the Cay is just across the water from historic Christiansted, where you can explore Fort Christiansvaern, walk the waterfront, browse local shops, discover restaurants and experience the history and culture of St. Croix.

When you're ready to leave town, simply cross back over the harbor to Protestant Cay.

It's a unique balance:

The energy of Christiansted when you want it.
The privacy of the island when you don't.

An Island Stay, Not an Isolated Stay

One of the advantages of Hotel on the Cay is that you can experience the feeling of getting away without being far from the places you want to see.

Spend a quiet morning on the beach. Take the ferry into Christiansted for lunch. Head out on a snorkeling or diving excursion. Explore historic sites. Return to the island for an evening surrounded by water.

Hotel on the Cay puts you close to the action while giving you a place to step away from it.

Discover St. Croix From the Cay

Your island experience can be as relaxing or adventurous as you want it to be.

From Hotel on the Cay, you can easily explore:

History & Culture

Fort Christiansvaern, historic Christiansted and the waterfront.

Beach & Water

Swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding and other water activities.

Island Adventures

Diving, boat excursions, horseback riding, eco-tours and more.

Food & Drink

Dining on the Cay and additional restaurants just across the harbor in Christiansted.

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A Private Island Wedding

For couples celebrating something special, Hotel on the Cay offers the opportunity to host a wedding on a private island surrounded by Caribbean water.

From intimate beachfront ceremonies to larger celebrations with family and friends, the setting gives your wedding a distinctly St. Croix backdrop.

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Who Is Hotel on the Cay Best For?

Couples

A private island setting, private balcony and beach just steps away create a naturally romantic St. Croix escape.

Families

Two-queen rooms and spacious suites provide options for families traveling together, with easy access to the beach and Christiansted.

Friends & Small Groups

Enjoy the shared experience of staying on an island while having Christiansted and St. Croix's activities nearby.

Travelers Looking for Something Different

If a traditional hotel doesn't sound like your ideal St. Croix vacation, Hotel on the Cay offers a genuinely different way to experience the island.

What Makes Staying on Protestant Cay Different?

It's the combination of experiences that sets Hotel on the Cay apart:

  • A private island location
  • A beach on the island
  • A private balcony in every accommodation
  • Recently renovated rooms and suites
  • Views across Christiansted Harbor
  • Historic Fort Christiansvaern nearby
  • A short ferry ride to Christiansted
  • Easy access to St. Croix's activities and attractions

You don't have to choose between being secluded and being connected.

At Hotel on the Cay, you can have both.

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Your Private Island Stay Awaits

Come for the island. Stay for the experience.

Wake up surrounded by water. Walk to the beach. Explore historic Christiansted. Return to your private balcony and watch the harbor change with the light.

This is St. Croix from a different perspective.

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