St. Croix Eco-Friendly Lodging
Some of the best places to stay on St. Croix are the ones that bring you closest to nature. Eco-friendly lodging will truly make you feel like you are on vacation. Listen to the tree frogs singing you to sleep and the birds serenading you in the morning. The tropical breeze passes through your room, cooling it without any effort at all. The stars and the sky provide all the comfort you'll need to feel at home in the natural state that St. Croix's tropical climate can offer. Try camping in a tree house made from exotic wood that came from the very forest you are staying in. Relax in an eco-villa with ocean views and shade trees. Explore the many ways to be as close to outdoors as you can —St. Croix is a nature lover's paradise.
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Northside Valley is a magical place to stay on St. Croix - click here to learn more about it at NorthsideValley.net.
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Cane Bay Campground
Cane Bay Beach, St. Croix
340-718-0071 or 340-514-0062
VirginKayaksTours.com
Cane Bay Campground is located just across the street from popular Cane Bay Beach. Stay in one of four tent cabins, 50 yards from the #1 beach and dive spot on St. Croix! Cabins are tucked under the forest canopy, at the base of Mt. Eagle (St. Croix's highest peak) and are fully equipped for pampered camping. Cook in your cabin, or walk to one of nine restaurant/bars in the neighborhood. Kayaking, hiking, diving and yoga on premises. Feel away from it all, but have all the amenities of Cane Bay Beach at your doorstep! Rates from $525.00/week.
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Mount
Victory Camp
Creque Dam Road, Frederiksted
866-772-1651
MtVictoryCamp.com
Have a real Caribbean
adventure! Experience our small valley farm nestled in the cool
hills of St. Croix's west end. Stay in uniquely handcrafted bungalows
made from local tropical hardwoods. Mount Victory offers a peaceful
and relaxing retreat only five minutes up the hill from white sand
beaches. Enjoy hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding
or just exploring this scenic part of the island. This
is "camping" at its most comfortable with handmade teak
beds with linens, efficiency kitchens, hot showers in a clean
tiled bath house. Experience our herb gardens, tropical
fruit trees, historic ruins and land tortoises Our goal is
to provide access to the natural beauty, incredible foods
and wonderful music that makes St. Croix so special. Se habla
espanol, on parle francais, nou pale creole See
you soon! — Bruce and Mathilde
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Discovery Grove
Estate Canaan, St. Croix
340-642-8322
DiscoveryGroveSTX.com
Discovery Grove, an eco retreat on St. Croix, offers charming West Indies-style accommodations set on the grounds of a former 18th century sugar cane plantation. At the base of Blue Mountain, Discovery Grove is a magical place where our guests have the freedom to explore towering bamboo stands, inviting mango and guavaberry trees and winding nature trails. Guests come to Discovery Grove seeking a special vacation experience that embraces relaxation with outdoor adventure activities including guided hikes and water sports. Whatever your interests, Discovery Grove offers a rich environment that embraces St. Croix's diverse culture and natural beauty.
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Virgin Islands Sustainable Farm Institute
West End Rain Forest, at Creque Dam Farm
340-332-8255 or 706-534-5033
VISFI.org
Visit the Virgin Islands Sustainable Farm Institute -the Virgin Islands' only certified Organic and Green Globe destination -a sprawling 200-acre conservation forest farm with comfortable guest
cabanas, a seasonal variety of personal workshops, garden tours, and healing arts. See why VISFI was ranked as a 'Top 100 Blue List' island travel activities in the world in 2007, a top 25 'New Favorite' in the Caribbean in 2008 (by ISLANDS Magazine), and a top 'Geotourism' project in the world by National Geographic's Center for Sustainable Tourism Destinations. Personal or group overnight retreat options range from affordable bunkhouse beds to the stately Hawk's Nest. We are not a hotel, but an agro-eco farm with an experience to share. Group retreats and workshops are welcome. Email us directly at farmstay@visfi.org
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Northside
Valley
2 Estate Northside
340-772-0558 or 708-790-0558
NorthSideValley.net
Northside Valley's six acres of Caribbean landscape enthrall the ecologically-inspired traveler. The eight villas that dot the valley afford lovely sea views. Stargaze or relax on your villa's deck and enjoy tropical breezes wafting by. High ceilings, wide windows, and native trees cool our guests as well as draw attention to the villa's island setting. The crystal-clear blue water at Northside Valley 's beach
entices the avid snorkeler. Our guests report sightings of turtles, colorful seafans, and the big-eyed squirrel fish. Trek a few more yards to investigate the tidal pools at Monk's Bath.
Our eight villas in close proximity provide the perfect opportunity for group events such as reunions, destination weddings, and fitness/spiritual retreats.
Escape to the simple living at Northside Valley where our beautiful surroundings and sustainable practices envelop you in peace.
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