Virgin Islands Campground

Virgin Islands Campground, St. Thomas, USVI hotel review Visited: May 2011

Posted by FunntheSun

Water Island Campground was a wonderful experience. We enjoyed nine days of paradise, staying in one of the canvas cottages (this is nothing like tent camping). We loved every minute - even the downpour of rain that the island needed so much to sustain itself was delightful. The night was cool with the sound of rain and thunder, and not a drop in our cottage. The hot tub and deck area had awesome views of the sunrise over St. Thomas.

The best plan is to bring some of your food (even frozen meat made the trip fine in a collapsible cooler in a checked bag), and pick up what else you need at Pueblo's before getting on the water ferry to the island. Make sure you stop at Tickles for a drink, too.

We also purchased a multi-trip ticket for the ferry on our first trip over and used all ten trips. We went into St. Thomas for Carnival (what an experience), and used the Safari taxi to get to Red Hook for only $2.00 each, then took the Ferry to St. John for a day/night.

We felt like we got the whole Virgin Island experience without the hassle of all the other tourists, not to mention cost. We loved the serenity of cooking at the pavilion overlooking the cruise ships coming into port on St. Thomas.

There were pesky mosquitoes, so pack the bug spray. If you forget, there is some for use in the bathrooms, which I must say were beyond my expectations. For composting toilets and solar heated showers, and very clean. Also, don't bother bringing shampoo, conditioner and shower gel. It is all there for you to use.

Celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary at the VI Campground was the best decision. Paul and Deborah were so helpful. We loved getting to know the locals. We also enjoyed a day sailing with Karl and Katie, the best snorkeling off Buck Island, cocktails at Joe's Beach Bar and snacks, drinks and movies with Heidie. We even had pizza Friday night on the island.

Honeymoon Beach was a wonderful beach to sit back and watch the day go by. We toured the island by foot. Be sure to bring good walking shoes. Make sure you check out Limestone Beach, the Fort and Flamingo Point. This was a great vacation.

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Virgin Islands Campground, St. Thomas, USVI hotel review Visited: March 2011

Posted by sandyc

The campground is just minutes from St. Thomas by ferry. There are no hotels or clubs on the island, so if you want action and nightlife this is not the place for you. However, if quiet beaches, snorkeling and exploring are for you, this is your place!

There is a small bar, Heidi's walk-up eatery on the main beach, and also a small store/pizza place. They all have limited hours, but suited us well.

Paul and Deborah, the camp owners, are wonderful people to deal with. Deborah was very helpful via email, and she phoned ahead of time to help me prepare for our trip!

We are going back again next year with our children as this island is very safe!

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Virgin Islands Campground, St. Thomas, USVI hotel review Visited: July 2009

Posted by thepeabe94

My husband and I just spent our anniversary at the Virgin Islands Campground. Our stay was incredible! What views!

If you don't mind having to walk several steps from your clean, private cabin nestled in lush tropical forest, to use a shared bathroom or shower facility, this place is for you!

My husband and I would eat our Frosted Flakes while watching cruise ships come into port. . . minus the noisy atmosphere of more "touristy" resorts of the mainland.

It is very apparent the hosts take pride in their "campground".

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