Hotels with Kitchens in St. John

Contant Farms offers an authentic slice of St. John living away from tourist crowds. This residential area sits tucked into lush hillsides with easy access to Virgin Islands National Park hiking trails. Great Cruz Bay and Turner Bay are just a short drive away, while bird songs and tropical scents create a peaceful retreat after exploring Trunk Bay or Sapphire Beach. Private holiday rentals and modest Caribbean-style homes with wraparound porches make up the accommodation options here. You'll need a hire car to navigate the steep roads and reach Cruz Bay's restaurants and shops. The trade-off for limited walkability is the genuine island experience most visitors never discover.

Upper Carolina offers a peaceful hillside retreat with breathtaking Caribbean views far from tourist crowds. Your days revolve around stunning panoramas, private villa living, and quick drives to pristine beaches. Virgin Islands National Park sits at your doorstep with Ajax Peak tempting hikers to discover sweeping island vistas. Most villas feature infinity pools and full kitchens for sunset cocktails and home-cooked meals. The steep, winding roads require confident driving, making rental cars essential for exploring Cruz Bay's dining scene and beaches. This residential haven delivers authentic island living with exceptional privacy and natural tropical beauty.

Klein Bay and Rendezvous Bay steal the show with pristine turquoise waters and powder-soft sand beaches. Tucked into St. John's southern shore, this exclusive enclave features luxury villas cascading down lush hillsides with jaw-dropping ocean views. Privacy is the main attraction here—you'll feel miles away from the crowds while still having paradise at your doorstep. Most properties come with infinity pools and fully-equipped kitchens for your morning coffee with a side of Caribbean sunrise. Renting a car is essential as the winding roads are steep and taxis are expensive. Stock up on groceries in Cruz Bay before settling into your slice of tropical heaven.

Lower Carolina's pristine beaches and clear waters create the perfect tropical escape on St. John. Hiking trails wind through lush vegetation, leading to hidden coves perfect for snorkelling among vibrant coral reefs. Virgin Islands National Park borders the area, offering adventures through unspoiled wilderness just steps from your door. Luxury holiday villas with panoramic ocean views dominate the accommodation scene, most featuring private pools and full kitchens. You'll need a hire car to navigate the winding roads, as public transit is limited. The peaceful atmosphere comes with minimal commercial development—most visitors cook at their villas or drive to nearby Cruz Bay for dining options.