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The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.
Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1100
Local currency: USD
Casually-sophisticated accommodations overlooking a secluded beach, sweeping vistas of the Caribbean's most majestic harbor and an island rich in romantic lore. Our 481 rooms make Frenchman's Reef & Morning Star the largest Caribbean resort in the US Virgin Islands. Relax on the soft sands of a private beach, set sail on a sport fishing adventure from the resorts full-service water sports center or get on a game of tennis under a cloudless sky. The resort also offers three spectacular swimming pools, a complete health club with luxurious spa services, and 9 restaurants and bars to tempt your taste buds.
The more intimate 96-unit Morning Star Resort, located directly on Morning Star Beach, offers rooms featuring tropical decor, open-air terraces and mahogany sliding doors. Morning Star Beach, one of St. Thomas' world-class beaches, boasts pristine white sand, a variety of water sports, volleyball and other activities.
Additional features include: Air conditioning, hair dryers, ice makers, mini-refrigerator, in-room safes, iron & ironing boards, remote control tv with on-command video, children's program, health club, handicapped accessable rooms (Frenchman's Reef only), business center, meeting facilities, pool, resort desk, concierge
Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1100
Local currency: USD
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.
Overall score
3.8 out of 5
(55 reviews)
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Hotel address: 5 Est Bakkeroe, St Thomas, Virgin Islands (U.S.) 0
St. Thomas: Charlotte Amalie St. Croix: Christiansted and Fredericksted St. John: Cruz Bay
Cyril King Airport - Resort is approximately 20 minutes away. Transportation: Taxi Cost: Approximately $7.50 USD per person (one way fare)
The images you'd expect from a tropical paradise are here: stretches of beach arc into the distance, and white sails skim across water so blue and clear it stuns the senses. Red-roof houses color the green hillsides as do the orange of the flamboyant tree, the red of the hibiscus, the magenta of the bougainvillea, and the blue stone ruins of old sugar mills. Towns of pasteltone villas, decorated with filigree wrought-iron terraces, line narrow streets that climb from the harbor. Amid all the images you can find moments -- sometimes whole days -- of exquisite tranquillity: an egret standing in a pond at dawn, palm trees backlighted by a full moon, sunrises and sunsets that send your spirits soaring with the frigate birds flying overhead.
Cuban Caribbean Fusion - newest, hottest restaurant in the island. Located seaside with gorgeous views of the sunset and departing cruise ship. Hours: 6:00pm - 10:00pm
Frenchman's Reef's newest bar - overlooking beautiful Charlotte Amalie Harbour - exclusively featuring rums from around the Caribbean. Enjoy a sunset cocktail while watching the cruise ships depart the harbour on our newly renovated terrace. Hours: 5:00pm - Midnight
Locating on Morning Star Beach - Enjoy cool caribbean breezes as you sip on the Sand Bar's signature frozen Coladas & Daiquiries. Hours: 11:00am - 6:00pm
Serving a full American style buffet with 'eggs to order' station, seasonal fruits, pastries and hot items. In the evenings, we prepare all your American favorites - Caribbean style. Friday evenings we feature an Italian Buffet. Hours: 7:00am - 11:00am (Breakfast) and 6:00pm - 10:00pm (Dinner)
Swim-up bar looking around the pool. Hours: 11:00am - sunset
Sport's Bar & Cafe serving all your favorite pub fare. Watch the latest sporting events. Hours: 5:00pm to 11:00pm
Poolside Luncheon Spot serving wraps, sandwiches and salad platters with Caribbean flavor. Hours: 11:00am - 5:00pm
Located right in the heart of Morning Star beach. Enjoy the light fare cuisine and the famous Caribbean buffet every Wednesday night. Hours: 7:00am to 11:00pm
From meeting your specific catering needs to providing the latest enhancements in audio-visual technology, we'll provide the elements that support your meeting objectives, along with a service-rich tradition of meetings expertise. Known for our creative and innovative catering menus our food and beverage team is dedicated to make your next event the most memorable one yet. Unique menus, designed with you in mind, can be tailored to meet the most discriminating traveler's pallet.
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Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1100
Local currency: USD
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.
Overall score
3.8 out of 5
(55 reviews)
Reviews and scores for each hotel are collected from customers who purchased a stay at that hotel.
Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."
The "overall score" is an average of all reviewer scores submitted for a hotel.
Score
5 out of 5
Fun week in Paradise
Candyland Nov 25, 2009
We spent the week staying here while attending the Paradise Jam basketball tournament in Nov 2009. We were assigned a room ... in the Morning Star beach resort. Pool and beach were well maintained and quiet. Room was nice. Staff was friendly and responsive to any request. Food and drinks are a little high but we found that to be the case everywhere, not just at the resort. Great trip!!
Traveler type: Couples
Score
2 out of 5
So so
KT Nov 24, 2009
Although we would see people around, it seemed like we had the huge resort to ourselves. Not crowed at all. The staff was ... friendly. The prices in the store were extremely expensive (bag of nachos and jar of salsa $21). Best deal was the salads in the store ($10). The hotel is beat. There are always employees doing things but it just needs some love. They updated the lobby and there were new rugs in most places - but there were holes in the walls and the pool areas look a bit worn. The price wasn't bad so I can't complain too much.
Traveler type: Couples
Score
4 out of 5
Hotel
Chris Nov 2, 2009
The hotel had a great room with balcony overlooking the ocean with great view. Room was spacious and clean. Bathrooms were ... the only area that could use a makeover. Set up and scenery is amazing and couldnt have been better. I would definitely recommend this hotel.
Traveler type: Couples
Reviews represent the opinions of Orbitz customers, not of Orbitz or its staff.
Expensive, but Havana Blue is an AMAZING restaurant right on the beach at the resort. World-class dining, exceptional presentation and service. Five star ambiance!!
--YiSunMe, De Pere, WI Oct 29, 2009
We would highly recommend a jeweler in Charlotte Amalie, Imperial Jewelers. This is a family owned business where you can expect honesty and very, very good prices. You might want to ask for Andy, the jeweler who helped us.
--L.S. and D.M., Rochester, MI Oct 25, 2009
Attraction problems
--big brian, Ames Iowa Sep 27, 2009
Overall score
3.8 out of 5
(55 reviews)
Reviews and scores for each hotel are collected from customers who purchased a stay at that hotel.
Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."
The "overall score" is an average of all reviewer scores submitted for a hotel.
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Score
5 out of 5
Fun week in Paradise
Candyland Nov 25, 2009
We spent the week staying here while attending the Paradise Jam basketball tournament in Nov 2009. We were assigned a room ... in the Morning Star beach resort. Pool and beach were well maintained and quiet. Room was nice. Staff was friendly and responsive to any request. Food and drinks are a little high but we found that to be the case everywhere, not just at the resort. Great trip!!
Traveler type: Couples
Score
2 out of 5
So so
KT Nov 24, 2009
Although we would see people around, it seemed like we had the huge resort to ourselves. Not crowed at all. The staff was ... friendly. The prices in the store were extremely expensive (bag of nachos and jar of salsa $21). Best deal was the salads in the store ($10). The hotel is beat. There are always employees doing things but it just needs some love. They updated the lobby and there were new rugs in most places - but there were holes in the walls and the pool areas look a bit worn. The price wasn't bad so I can't complain too much.
Traveler type: Couples
Score
4 out of 5
Hotel
Chris Nov 2, 2009
The hotel had a great room with balcony overlooking the ocean with great view. Room was spacious and clean. Bathrooms were ... the only area that could use a makeover. Set up and scenery is amazing and couldnt have been better. I would definitely recommend this hotel.
Traveler type: Couples
Score
4 out of 5
Beautiful Resort, gorgeous beach!!
YiSunMe Oct 29, 2009
Beautiful weather the entire trip, our room overlooked the beach and we had our own private balcony which was nice. It wasn't ... very crowded, and the staff was always friendly. The beach was amazing, and the restaurants at the hotel(3 of them) were excellent. We went to the Ocean Park which was fun, would definately recommend for any families. Visited Coco Beach right next door to the Park after some of the feedings and went snorkeling for cheap, this was a busier beach but very beautiful and lots of fish. Downtown was ok, we were asked for money a few times....The Green Room downtown has amazing food, our waiter was [...] and he was one of the friendliest and most helpful waiters we've had anywhere.Downsides to the hotel was that there was no shuttle service to downtown, only a 10 minute drive but a taxi cost at least $15 each way. The hotel charged $16/day for Wi-Fi, and Verizon had no coverage at all on the island so we were pretty much in the bermuda triangle tech-wise. Also, groceries were priced incredibly high, recommend bringing your own snacks if possible. I don't mind paying for attractions/equipment/great dining, but the basic necessities at the hotel should have been cheaper. Finally, we got the shuttle service from the airport to our hotel which cost a pretty penny. After arriving we found out we could've had a taxi take us to and from for less than 1/3 the cost of the shuttle.
Traveler type: Couples
Expensive, but Havana Blue is an AMAZING restaurant right on the beach at the resort. World-class dining, exceptional presentation and service. Five star ambiance!!
Score
4 out of 5
An incredible destination wedding
Mom of groom and bride Oct 26, 2009
This was my sons destination wedding. The setting of hotel and wedding site were even more beautiful than the photos. There ... were some problems with rooms but solved quickly and graciously. Most guests were early 30s professionals and a few family members who were seasoned travelers. All were very pleased and would return. Bride and groom were absolutely happy and hope to return for anniversaries. [...] the wedding planner very attentive. Wedding dinner at havana blue was exquisite. Excellent unique food magnificent atmosphere. For what we got a very good price . Very attentive staff. [...] was fantastic. Everyone very accomodating. Wedding licence very easy.
Traveler type: Family
Score
4 out of 5
Marriot Frenchman's Reef
L.S. and D.M. Oct 25, 2009
Other than food/bar service that was slow at times, the experience we had at Frenchman's Reef was wonderful. We would return. ...
Traveler type: Couples
We would highly recommend a jeweler in Charlotte Amalie, Imperial Jewelers. This is a family owned business where you can expect honesty and very, very good prices. You might want to ask for Andy, the jeweler who helped us.
Score
5 out of 5
Relaxing
SM Oct 16, 2009
This was a true vacation!!! I've been to St Thomas several times and have always enjoye d it. This was my first time at this ... hotel and I had the best time. When I go back the Marriott will be my first choice!!!
Traveler type: Friends
Score
5 out of 5
Great Experience, Good Location!
texastraveler Oct 15, 2009
We got married in Magens Bay in St Thomas and continued our honeymoon there. We loved the Marriott. It was a great ... experience. We had a problem at check in with the room, but they made it right by putting us in a suite overlooking the harbor. PERFECT for us!
Traveler type: Couples
Score
4 out of 5
USVI Marriott
big brian Sep 27, 2009
We did a lot of activities during our stay which included scuba diving and Coral Ocean World Park. The hotel helped arrange ... these day excursions with ease, but also did not take into account previously purchased tickets, which we are now trying to get a refund for. Our stay would have been more enjoyable if we knew about the attractions hours of operation ahead of time. Scheduling all of our activities was time consuming and irritating.
Traveler type: Couples
Attraction problems
Score
4 out of 5
Good Value, Perfect Location
Mike Sep 23, 2009
Came Aug 20, 2009 for 1 week, reserved 2 rooms in Frenchman's Reef- one ocean view and one garden view (cheaper). Asked to ... upgrade garden to ocean and got 2 rooms on 5th (top) floor in building C with balconies to the beach and ocean. In the morning, sun is rising from behind the hill on the left , the ocean and beach views are unbelievably beautiful. Especially when large cruise ship is coming to the town. Photos on a balcony with cup of coffee and the ship in the background on a blue sea look wow! Another beautiful view - in the night across the harbor the lights of the Charlotte Amalie town on the mountain slopes. Seat either on the veranda of RumBar or inside Windows on the Harbor restaurant, by the glass wall. In our rooms, the air conditioner worked well, not too loud in the night. Coffee maker, TV, mini-fridge all worked. Laptops on internet worked but pricey - $16/24 hrs. Beach is long and half-empty with nice sand, fine but not dusty. As this is open ocean, waves are always present. When they are calm the water in full sun is crystal clear greenish-light blue. There are rocks with tropical fish on both ends of the beach. Higher waves do not interrupt swimming but make water less transparent, no snorkeling then. A pool is near the beach,we prefer to seat there undet the palm trees, and swim in the ocean. Coco Joe restaurant at the beach, with good Mexican and Caribbean food, and with cocktails (we liked "voodoo bucket" - 4 rums with 5 juices in a quart-size bucket). A lot of iguanas, bearded and peaceful. Just don't feed them. A larger pool near the hotel - many people prefer it to the beach, because of volleyball in the pool and a cocktail stand - seat on stool in the water and drink. It was an almost perfect vacation. Just a little lack of enterntainment - in the evening there is nothing to do in the hotel other than restaurants with no live music. So couple of times we took a taxi and visited some nearby places at Bolongo Bay (10 min drive) with music and dancing. Get all-inclusive package. Food is good but pricey. Bottom line: perfect ocean vacation, no problem with hotel amenities or service.
Traveler type: Family
Score
4 out of 5
Excellent place to stay
Proud Mamma Sep 8, 2009
The views were awesome. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Unfortunately it rained, so I did not get to do as much as I ... would have liked. But the beach and the amenities that the hotel offered kept me entertained for the trip. Windows on the Harbour was nice. Great food and great view.
Traveler type: Friends
Score
3 out of 5
Nice last mintue getaway!
Rita Sep 6, 2009
The hotel staff was very friendly! ...
Traveler type: Couples
either rent a car or take a taxi!
Score
4 out of 5
Morning Star Resort
Kate Sep 3, 2009
The beach was great! We were supposed to be in the Frenchman's Reef building but got upgraded to Morning Star, right on the ... beach, which was a great surprise. Food was pricey but we expected that. Iguanas are everywhere!
Traveler type: Family
Duffy's Love Shack in Red Hook was great!
Score
3 out of 5
Just too relax
GINA Sep 1, 2009
Well just like a lot of people i too was hesitant about this property, so while my experience is still fresh i will ... proceed....First of all the wait for our room was a little long ok but we are on vacation no bother there,I was upset however about the room not having a balcony to sit out on especially when i requested that,but orbits did give me a credit for that.Food there is very expensive as well as taxi service,I highly recommend renting a car $$$ money ahead!!! if not plan on paying at least 40.00 round trip plus tip if you wish, with our trip breakfast was included however when we checked out the front desk tried to charge for that,didn't happen though!! Breakfast at windows is the best!!! ate there every morning,went to the grocery store to buy fruit lunch stuff and drinks,$$$ ahead there too!! we had pizza delivered one night only 23.00 very good!! Dinner at Havanna Blue is amazing if you like seafood try the salmon best i ever had!! we did the timeshare but did not purchase and received 100.00 used it towards dinner at Havanna,Shipwreck is good hugh hamburgers enough for two,Paradise Island is a lot fun good music and food not pricey,sky lift up very nice!! you got too go to Magan's Bay beach,and St John's Trunk Bay you will love both very Beautiful,Coco Joes was fun free drinks from the bartender [...] very fun guy!!! all in all i believe this is a very nice place to stay and we will return,if you work out get there early for it is small all treadmills were taken by 7:00 have fun and just enjoy!! We Loved it!!!
Traveler type: Couples
Score
5 out of 5
Fantastic Hotel
LD Aug 30, 2009
A hotel that doubles as a resort, it was a great place. The beach, the pool, the rooms, the service, the restaurants (OH THE ... RESTAURANTS) were all amazing. I would definitely go again. Havana Blue might be one of the best restaurants in the whole Caribbean.
Traveler type: Couples
Go to HAVANA BLUE. One of the best meals and views, and overall restaurant experiences ever. And it's not expensive at all.
Score
4 out of 5
Worth the price
Chris Aug 26, 2009
N/A ...
Traveler type: Friends
Score
4 out of 5
Beautiful with very few flaws
Loves the beach girl Aug 18, 2009
We came on a family vacation. We had such a great time we did not want to leave!!! The rooms were nice- pretty average. ... However, the cleaning staff did not clean the sand out of the tub or off the bathroom floor, or room floor! And if you had food that wasn't covered- little bugs were quick to invade it!!! But I think that's the tropic! Our room had a GREAT private porch that looked out to the ocean- we loved that! It was far down to the beach but it was worth it- great beach!! And they did have an elevator, so that helped. Weren't real impressed with the choice of restaurants in the hotel so we ate out which worked out great!!! We rented a car and that was great except they drive on the opposite side of the road and the roads were narrow and lots of STEEP hills. Not a lot of signs to help find things when you are driving around. Overall- we LOVED it. I want to go back tommorrow!!
Traveler type: Family
If you are planning to take the ferry to St. John, and take your car...... plan on it taking at least an hour with waiting for the ferry, loading, traveling over, unloading....
Score
1 out of 5
This hotel was such a disappointment...
Native Visiting Home Aug 15, 2009
Rude & unfriendly management staff. First room, A/C soaked carpet was found as we checked in (obvious issue overlooked by ... staff) and not clean. Second room, forced into a king size bed (versus 2 doubles) and had to use a roll-away entire stay. A/C broke in second room too along with not being clean. Jacuzzi was broken for an entire week. No free wi-fi (expensive cost of $15 per day). Had to "beg" for housekeeping to clean room properly. Do not bother using this hotel.
Traveler type: Family
Most dining closes between 7p-9p. Additionally, retail closes by 5p and government offices by 4pm.
Score
3 out of 5
Over priced-Over rated
Disappointed Mother of the Groom Aug 12, 2009
I attended a wedding which was over priced or what the bride and groom got. Wedding planner did not give good information ... prior to the couples booking of the wedding. The hotel food was 3 star with 5 star prices. Everything was overpriced making it anti-family.
Traveler type: Family
If you're traveling with family, eat outside the hotel or order out for delivery. Shop for kids juices and snacks in nearby downtown. Prepare ahead for a late check-in and early checkout.
Score
3 out of 5
Marriott Frenchman's Reef
DC Girl Aug 4, 2009
The pool and beach were lovely and never too crowded. Highly recommend taking the hotel's water taxi downtown. The half day ... snorkle was reasonably priced and definitely worthwhile. Our room was a little out of the way, but it looked like no matter where you stayed you would have a great view. I also got a terrific manicure at the on-site spa.
Traveler type: Friends
If you are a true vegetarian there are very few options even though there are several restaurants on site (if you eat seafood you'll be ok). There are no other places to eat within walking distance of the hotel so if you want to dine off site you'll have to take a cab. Service at Coco Joe's one night was VERY slow (way beyond "island time"). The bartender and waitress at Rumbar were always friendly and fun. For a party night off site with local flavor try Duffy's Loveshack on Wednesday nights (it is ladies night and well drinks are free).
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Expensive, but Havana Blue is an AMAZING restaurant right on the beach at the resort. World-class dining, exceptional presentation and service. Five star ambiance!!
--YiSunMe, De Pere, WI Oct 29, 2009
We would highly recommend a jeweler in Charlotte Amalie, Imperial Jewelers. This is a family owned business where you can expect honesty and very, very good prices. You might want to ask for Andy, the jeweler who helped us.
--L.S. and D.M., Rochester, MI Oct 25, 2009
Attraction problems
--big brian, Ames Iowa Sep 27, 2009
either rent a car or take a taxi!
--Rita, Philadelphia Sep 6, 2009
Duffy's Love Shack in Red Hook was great!
--Kate, NY Sep 3, 2009
Go to HAVANA BLUE. One of the best meals and views, and overall restaurant experiences ever. And it's not expensive at all.
--LD, Westchester, NY Aug 30, 2009
If you are planning to take the ferry to St. John, and take your car...... plan on it taking at least an hour with waiting for the ferry, loading, traveling over, unloading....
--Loves the beach girl, Ogden UT Aug 18, 2009
Most dining closes between 7p-9p. Additionally, retail closes by 5p and government offices by 4pm.
--Native Visiting Home, Charleston, SC Aug 15, 2009
If you're traveling with family, eat outside the hotel or order out for delivery. Shop for kids juices and snacks in nearby downtown. Prepare ahead for a late check-in and early checkout.
--Disappointed Mother of the Groom, Montclair, NJ Aug 12, 2009
If you are a true vegetarian there are very few options even though there are several restaurants on site (if you eat seafood you'll be ok). There are no other places to eat within walking distance of the hotel so if you want to dine off site you'll have to take a cab. Service at Coco Joe's one night was VERY slow (way beyond "island time"). The bartender and waitress at Rumbar were always friendly and fun. For a party night off site with local flavor try Duffy's Loveshack on Wednesday nights (it is ladies night and well drinks are free).
--DC Girl, Washington, DC Aug 4, 2009
You need a car to avail yourself of all the dining and shopping
--Boopish, New york Jul 27, 2009
There is a wendy's, KFC, Domino's and Pizza Hut, as well as other restaurants in the town to get dinner from and you can take it back to your room, if you don't want to stay out. This saves a lot of money because each meal we ate(breakfast, lunch, Dinner) at the hotel was at least $50 for two.
--Family travel planner, Orange, CA Jul 25, 2009
Don't pay extra at Tropic Tours for a prepaid trip to the hotel. It is overpriced. You will pay $14.00 per person for the trip to the hotel with a taxi and there are plenty of taxis at the airport and the hotel.
--judyz, Baden, Pa Jul 21, 2009
Saphire beach was my favorite spot to hang out and snorkel at!
--z-man, pittsburgh PA Jul 6, 2009
Daysail Fantasy. Snorkeling, sailing, lunch and some local drinks.
--Nick, Slidell, LA Jul 6, 2009
Do not let the pressure from the jewellers convince you to buy when you don't want to buy anything!!!
--Mom, Fort mcMurray,Alberta,Canada Jul 4, 2009
No matter what you do take a lot of money!!!!!!!!!!!!
--wittlebiit, Burton MI. Jul 1, 2009
Get food from the grocery store or head into town to eat. The food at the hotel was a rip off!
--HarleyRunner, McKinney, TX Jun 29, 2009
Try these restaurants... Petite Pump, Delly Deck, Hook Line and Sinker, all in the Charlotte Amalie area. Hotel food has a lot to be desired, but the small one on the beach near HAvana Blue is the best.
--Family + 2yr Old, Austin, Tx Jun 18, 2009
Take the hotel ferry to the Yacht Haven Grande area or downtown for happy hour and dinner.
--Amanda, Virginia Beach, VA Jun 7, 2009
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