The Buccaneer
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Hotel Overview
Excellent vacation headquarters
The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The accommodations were lovely. Free coffee in the...
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Soccer Nut
- Oct 8, 2012
Great family vacation
This was our second time staying at this hotel. The first time the experience was great but this...
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Family Vacationing
- Aug 8, 2012
Family-owned resort on St. Croix known for service and amenities
Spread out among 340 acres, the Buccaneer has won dozens of travel awards during its more than 60-year history. Known as the Caribbean's most historic resort, the property features pristine beaches which provide ample space for water fun, including snorkeling, kayaking and scuba. Two swimming pools, a golf course and tennis courts lead to hours of fun. A celebrity favorite throughout its history, the gracious staff makes every guest feel welcome. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily.Highlights
- Complimentary kid's camp from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. for four to 12 year olds
- Golf course and tennis on site (fees apply)
- Three white sand beaches
- Complimentary use of kayaks, snorkeling gear, beach toys
- Full service spa
Rooms
Each spacious and bright guest room at the Buccaneer, 138 in all, accommodates up to four guests with two queen beds and pillow-top mattresses. There also are much larger villa suites and cottages for families of five or more, or for guests who prefer accommodations with multiple rooms. The plantation-inspired dƩcor highlights rich, dark wood and rattan furniture. Many rooms feature Italian porcelain flooring and have Jacuzzi tubs. Conveniences include air conditioners, small refrigerators and satellite TV. DVD and CD players available on request.Features
Charming and historic, the Buccaneer is proud of its reputation for elegance and gracious hospitality. Guests return again and again to this secluded sanctuary to swim in its calm waters, play golf on the legendary course or relax in the world-class spa. The resort is three miles from the town of Christensted, but guests need not leave for fine dining. Three restaurants on site serve a range of island-inspired fare such as jerk conch fritters and more typical American options, such as prime rib, sandwiches and wraps. Use of the full service fitness center is complimentary. Yoga, Qigong, Pilates, meditation and art classes are offered daily (fees apply).
Transportation
- Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (8.5 mi/13.6 km)
Attractions
- Golf and tennis (on site)
- Shoys Beach (0.2 mi/0.3 km)
- Old Danish Customs House (1.5 mi/2.4 km)
- Steeple Museum (1.5 mi/2.4 km)
- Christiansted National Historic Site (1.5 mi/2.4 km)
- Chenay Bay Beach (1.6 mi/2.6 km)
- Sandy Point (15.5 mi/24.9 km)
Business
- 2,900 total square feet and multiple rooms for meetings, awards banquets and weddings accommodates groups up to 125
- Theater-style room available
- Audio/visual equipment available (fees apply)
Policies and fees
Complimentary parking. Roll-away beds, cribs and high chairs are available at no extra charge. Babysitting services available (fees apply). Pets are not allowed. Minimum age for check in is 21. On-site car rental.This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.
The Buccaneer Rooms
- Family Cottage Suite - Includes Complimentary Full Breakfast
- Family Cottage Suite a two bedroom suite, located on the hillside between the Great House and the beach, each suite has a patio that fronts a spacious lawn and sea views, a master bedroom with one king bed and window seat bed, the second room has two twin beds, the two bedroom share one bath, small refrigerator, safe, telephone, hairdryers, air condition, satellite T.V., ceiling fans, iron/ironing board and coffee makers.
- Deluxe Oceanfront - Includes Complimentary Full Breakfast
- Deluxe Oceanfront , spacious rooms with sitting area, picture windows, oceanfront patios, distinctive 16-foot high wood ceilings, rooms interconnect, located along the shore between two beaches, with one king or two queen beds, small refrigerator, safe, telephone, hairdryers, air condition, satellite T.V., ceiling fans, iron/ironing board and coffee makers.
- Great House Ocean View - Includes Complimentary Full Breakfast
- Great House Ocean View room, located on the second floor of the Great House, with private balconies and views of the sea of Christiansted Harbor, with one king or two queen beds, small refrigerator, safe, telephone, hairdryers, air condition, satellite T.V., ceiling fans, iron/ironing board and coffee makers.
- Luxury Ocean View - Includes Complimentary Full Breakfast
- Luxury Ocean View with one king or two queen beds, small refrigerator, safe, telephone, hairdryers, air condition, satellite television, ceiling fans, iron/ironing board, coffee makers.
- Great House Mountain View - Includes Complimentary Full Breakfast
- Great House Mountain View located on the second floor of the historic Great House, these beautifully furnished rooms feature private balconies with views of the golf course and island, with one king or two queen beds, small refrigerator, safe, telephone, hairdryers, air condition, satellite television, ceiling fans, iron/ironing board, coffee makers.
Hotel Map
- Area served
- Christiansted, St. Croix
- Nearby airports
- Henry E. Rohlsen International Airport (STX)
- Area description
- The Buccaneer is located less than a five minute drive to the historic town of Christiansted, where sightseeing, duty free shopping, watersports and dining can be found.
Amenities
- Concierge
- Conference facilities
- Fitness center
- FREE parking
- Handicapped rooms/facilities
- Health club
- High-speed internet
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Spa services
- Wireless internet
Dining
- The Terrace
- Located in the Great House, The Terrace offers covered, open-air dining with views of the manicured fairways, Caribbean Sea and Christiansted Harbor. A complimentary full breakfast is served to resort guests. The dinner menu features classical cuisine with Caribbean accents.
- The Mermaid
- The Mermaid is located beachside, and features an extensive lunch menu of savory seafood and specials, soups, salads and sandwiches, ranging from all-American favorites to island specialties and vegetarian. There is also a full bar, including frozen island favorites.
- Luxury Beachside Doubloons
- Named for the gold Spanish coins that washed up on the beach from sunken galleons, the Doubloons are the newest and largest of our accommodations. Located on the East side of beautiful Mermaid Beach, these private and luxurious villa-style accommodations have sitting areas with picture windows and marbled floors, patios and balconies with dramatic views of the sea and Christiansted Harbor. Each oversized room can interconnect through the patio or balcony to another Doubloon, and offers guests the option of ground floor convenience or second floor privacy. Fine furnishings, walk-in closets, spectacular baths with whirlpool tubs and separate showers make these rooms a favorite for honeymoon guests
- The Brass Parot
- Also in the Great House, the air-conditioned Brass Parrot has floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic views of the sparkling lights of Christiansted for your special event. May also be used as a meeting room.
- The Grotto Grill
- Offers a lunch menu of hot dogs, hamburgers and veggie burgers, served beachside at the Grotto Beach and pool.
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- Meeting space available up to 100 people.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- Check-out:
- 1100
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (66)
Ratings and reviews for The Buccaneer
- All travelers (66) 4.4 / 5
- Business (3) 4.7 / 5
- Couples (41) 4.4 / 5
- Families (15) 4.3 / 5
- Friends (3) 4.3 / 5
- Singles (4) 4.5 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4.3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.4
- Hotel staff:
- 4.6
- Room comfort:
- 4.5
- Location:
- 4.7
- Value:
- 4.1
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would recommend to a friend.
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Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Camelia5
Average
The hotel although marked as a 5 star resort felt more like a 3 star resort. The grounds were beautiful but the hotel itself is old. The rooms were comfortable but the bathroom had a musty smell and there were tons of mosquitos!!! The food at the hotel was like dinner food, salty and super expensive. Overall I was expecting more from this location based on the reviews.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 2
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Better food outside of hotel
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Soccer Nut
Excellent vacation headquarters
The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The accommodations were lovely. Free coffee in the room and free breakfast every day. The food was good. Beaches clean. Lots of other activities such as volleyball and golf. My only complaint was that the snorkeling at this site wasn't very exciting. Much better at Buck Island (a trip was arranged by the staff).
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Tx. Traveler
Nice Hotel
Friendly Staff with beautiful view from balcony. Water is beautiful.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Family Vacationing
Great family vacation
This was our second time staying at this hotel. The first time the experience was great but this second time around we really enjoyed the hotels amenities. We were upgraded to one of their villas closed to the beach. It was a big surprise and nice perk. The room is spacious and beds are comfortable.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Carib queen
Anniversary getaway
Lovely hotel with the friendliest, most service oriented staff in the Caribbean we have encountered in many moons.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Shopping tip:
Short drive from hotel
Not really a shopping destination which is ok if you know that going in to your vacation.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
aquacultureman
Business/Pleasure in St. Croix
I would recommend the Buccaneer to anyone who can afford to step it up a notch. View was fantastic, clear water, good snorkeling right off the hotel beach front. Staff were a friendly as they could be and seemed genuinely glad we were there. Gated entry makes it more secure. Fine dining is pricey as expected at a resort like this, but oh so good! We were there in the low season, so it wasn't so crowded, which to us was a plus. Room AC could have been upgraded to compensate for the warm temps, we just turned up the ceiling fan to compensate. Needed a few more days of relaxation to take advantage of the golf course and jogging trail on property, but maybe next time. Thumbs up!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
In Hotel
Take the Buck Island all day snorkeling and lunch tour. Picks up and drops off right at the Buccaneer hotel dock. Crystal clear water, fun boat crew. (Don't forget the "Rum Punch".
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Ironmate
St Croix Triathlon 70.3
Beautiful hotel , location, and all people . Perfect !
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
pineapple princess
Romantic beach getaway
My boyfriend and I stayed for 9 nights and would go back. The Buccaneer is about a 7 minute drive to Christiansted and about a 7 - 12 minute drive to the east end where there are more restaurants. If you want to spend your days on the beach there are 3 to choose from. They provide free use of kayaks, floaties, and snorkel gear. The staff is warm, helpful, and friendly. Our biggest complaint was the food. Lunch selections at The Mermaid were ok enough but dinner at the Terrace was always disappointing. Everything sounded really good but the execution was lacking. The full breakfast buffet that is included was definitely good enough - decent variety. The spa is small but provided good services. The golf course is beautiful. If you're looking for a very mellow, quiet, romantic vacation, this is the place. If you're looking for more action and nightlife, St. Thomas would be more suitable.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Harvey's - local, island food. open for lunch only. warm, friendly staff, excellent food. Kim's - also local, island food. lunch and dinner. VERY SLOW service but if you're prepared for that, the food is really good. Duggan's Reef - good, casual food, specializing in spiny lobster.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Stxlvr
Great Vacation
Had a great time, enjoyed the facility, people and room. Had an issue with the a/c part way through my stay - the maintance folks had it corrected within 30 mins. My only complaint, the rules for the pools should be enforced. Children were running, jumping and diving into the pool while adults were trying to swim. When brought to the parents attention, who by the way were not watching their children, they just ignored us who made mention.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
pineapple princess
We'd stay there again
access to 3 beaches, spa, golf, free use of kayaks, snorkel gear, and floating devices, friendly staff. bad food.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Harvey's for great local cuisine and friendly service. Kim's for a stiff rum and coke (it came in a pint glass) and good food, service is really slow.