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The resort sits at 6900 Great Bay on the eastern side of St. Thomas. Great Bay provides a broad beach and calm access to the Caribbean, while views stretch toward nearby islands. The landscaped grounds spread across a substantial waterfront site rather than rising as a single hotel block. Palms, lawns, terraces, pools, and low-rise buildings keep the sea visible through much of the property.

Red Hook is the practical link to ferry services, shops, and restaurants on this side of the island. From there, St. John becomes a straightforward day-trip option. Charlotte Amalie lies farther west for historic streets, shopping, and the island's busier harbor setting. Cyril E. King International Airport is about 10 miles from the resort. The road journey crosses the island, so map distance alone does not capture every transfer.

The east-end position is quieter than central Charlotte Amalie and well placed for time on the water. It is less convenient for travelers who expect to walk into a town center. Most off-site plans require a car, taxi, ferry, or boat. That trade-off is central to the experience: Great Bay feels removed from urban activity, yet Red Hook keeps inter-island connections within practical reach.

Accommodation begins with Resort View and Ocean View rooms, available with a king bed or two queens. Every listed category has a balcony, keeping outdoor space central even before moving into a suite. Ocean-facing choices bring the Caribbean into clearer view, while resort-facing rooms look across the grounds. Executive Ocean Suites add a separate living area and sofa bed, making them useful for couples who want more room or a small family that does not need a second bedroom.

Club categories run from guest rooms to oceanfront suites. Club Oceanfront Suites sleep up to five and combine a living area, marble bathroom, and broad private balcony. The Two-Bedroom Club Ocean View Suite is the most practical family step-up. At about 1,539 square feet, it has a king bedroom, a second bedroom with two queen beds, three full bathrooms, a pull-out sofa, and separate living and dining areas. Capacity for up to seven allows a multigenerational group to share one suite without losing all privacy.

The Three-Bedroom Presidential Suite is the most residential option. It has five full bathrooms, ocean-view terraces, generous living and dining rooms, and a kitchenette with stainless-steel appliances. The kitchenette is useful for snacks and simple meals, though it should not be read as a full villa kitchen. For a longer stay, the suite's real strengths are bedroom separation, multiple bathrooms, and enough shared space for the group to gather comfortably.

Club rooms and suites include access to a private lounge, a dedicated concierge, and a separate Club beach. The lounge overlooks Great Bay and provides food and drink presentations across the day. Indoor and outdoor seating gives Club guests another place to pause beyond the room or main pool areas. Access belongs to an eligible Club category rather than every accommodation.

The pool layout separates two common resort rhythms. A 125-foot free-form infinity-edge pool faces the Caribbean and is geared toward long swims and quiet time by the water. The family pool adds a waterslide, with a children's pool or splash area nearby. A whirlpool completes the group. This division keeps lively family time from defining every poolside space, while the beach remains available to all guests.

Great Bay supports stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, snorkeling, and Hobie Cat sailing from the resort. Two tennis courts provide an option away from the water. The Lady Lynsey II is the signature way to explore farther out. The resort's catamaran is used for sunset sails, snorkeling outings, day trips toward the British Virgin Islands, and private events. It turns the hotel from a beachfront base into a direct starting point for seeing more of the island chain.

Alloro is the resort's most formal restaurant, with Sicilian cooking, pasta, seafood, and seasonal ingredients. Its setting suits a slower dinner after a day on the beach. Sails Beachside Restaurant & Bar takes a more open approach. The oceanfront room serves seafood and grilled dishes, then shifts naturally toward drinks as the light changes over the water.

Coconut Cove is the casual beachfront choice, built around seafood and familiar American coastal dishes. Bleuwater handles breakfast with locally influenced plates alongside recognizable morning staples. Southwind fills a different need as the resort's coffee house, serving pastries, panini, desserts, and coffee. The five venues are distinct enough to support a longer stay without requiring every dinner off property. Guests who enjoy exploring local restaurants will still find more choice in Red Hook.

The Ritz-Carlton Spa, St. Thomas provides a full treatment program rather than a limited beach cabana menu. Massage, facials, body scrubs, wraps, couples treatments, and nail care form the core. Ocean-inspired treatments keep the spa tied to the setting, and selected massages take place in a seaside cabana. The spa gives the resort a quieter indoor counterpoint to the beach and pool areas.

The fitness center covers about 2,000 square feet and includes cardio machines, strength equipment, free weights, locker rooms, and a steam room. That is enough for a complete routine rather than a brief hotel-gym workout. Tennis, paddling, sailing, and swimming add outdoor movement, allowing active guests to vary the day without leaving the property.

Families have a dedicated pool with a waterslide, a children's water area, the Ritz Kids Club, and direct access to calm-water activities. Ritz Kids draws on local culture, nature, exploration, and responsibility rather than functioning only as an indoor playroom. The resort layout also gives adults room to find quieter spaces, especially around Club Level, the spa, and the infinity pool area.

Room choice changes the family experience. Two-queen guest rooms keep a short stay simple, while an Executive Ocean Suite adds a separate lounge. The two-bedroom suite is far more comfortable for older children or two family units, and the three-bedroom Presidential Suite is suited to longer multigenerational stays. Balconies and water access require normal care with young children, but the range of layouts allows families to choose how much separation they need.

The resort has more than 10,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event settings. Its five indoor meeting rooms total 5,141 square feet, while seven outdoor venues use the beach, terraces, pavilions, and poolside areas. The Great Bay Ballroom covers 2,500 square feet, with floor-to-ceiling windows and room for up to 200 guests in a theater layout or 220 at a reception.

Great Bay Terrace, the hotel beach, Ocean Pavilion, Sails, and the pool terrace allow groups to move beyond a conventional ballroom program. The Lady Lynsey II can also become part of a private event or group excursion. This range suits incentive trips, executive retreats, destination weddings, and social gatherings that need formal infrastructure without losing the Caribbean setting.

The main trade-off is location. The east end is removed from Charlotte Amalie, and off-site dining or sightseeing generally requires transport. In return, guests gain a broad waterfront resort close to Red Hook and well positioned for St. John or boat excursions. It is a particularly strong fit for travelers who want an island base with family facilities, serious suite options, and enough dining and recreation to avoid planning every hour away from the hotel.