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Carina Bay Boutique All-Inclusive Resort & Casino

5025 Turner Hole Rd, Christiansted, St Croix 00820, USVI

Four-StarAdults OnlyNear CoastMid-Size
3.7
553 reviews on Google

Highlights

Adults-only all-inclusive
2 pools
2 restaurants & bars
30 min from STX

Activities & Experiences

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Guest Reviews

Denise Zubizarreta · 3 weeks ago

After spending two weeks at this resort, I can confidently say that if you’re looking at the beautiful photos online and imagining a relaxing all-inclusive vacation, you should seriously consider staying somewhere else. The website advertises multiple restaurants, amenities, and a tropical beachfro...

Jess Vandehey · a month ago

My husband and I stayed at Divi Carina Bay Resort from February 4–21 for our wedding and honeymoon, and unfortunately, our experience fell far below expectations. Before sharing the challenges, I want to recognize a few bright spots during our stay. Bethany, Gregory, and Lalo were consistently kind...

Ashli B. · 2 months ago

We definitely felt duped staying at this resort for our anniversary. I sent an email and called the resort after our stay but never received a response from anyone as to why this resort isn’t being operated as advertised. The restaurant, Tuscany, was never open the 5 days we stayed at the resort. Li...

Mirsad Hodzic Jr · 3 weeks ago

This place is nothing they advertise on Expedia or online. The photos are when this place just opened. This hotel is so ran down that no one cares for it. Its filthy dirty and the sea weeds no one cleanse the beach front like in other hotels. It smells so bad. You cant even sleep at night how bad th...

Taylor Sease · 4 weeks ago

The beach was covered in seaweed making it unusable. They need to invest the money they make to clean that shit! The food was mediocre and tasted like leftovers that gotten reheated lmao The bartenders and front desk employees seemed irritated and mean! Why even work at a RESORT if you're miserabl...

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Details
5025 Turner Hole Rd, Christiansted, St Croix 00820, USVI
Getting There
Nearest airport: STX
Henry E. Rohlsen Airport
35 min transfer
The Vibe
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Grand Escape Score
7.5/10
Divi Resorts
St. Croix
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Scores

Beach7.0
Medium
Food6.2
Medium
Service6.5
Medium
Rooms7.3
Medium
Pools7.6
Medium
Value6.1
Medium
Romance6.7
Low
Nightlife6.8
Low
Quiet8.0
Medium

Pros

  • Adults-only all-inclusive format on St. Croix
  • Beachfront setting with ocean views
  • Quiet east-end location
  • Casino access on or near the property
  • Two outdoor pools and casual activity options

Cons

  • Food and dining variety receive recurring mixed feedback
  • Service consistency is a recurring concern
  • Beach quality is not universally praised
  • Remote location can feel limiting without a car

Things to know

  • Carina Bay is best suited to adults who want a quiet, simple all-inclusive base on St. Croix rather than a large luxury resort.
  • The resort has one of the more unusual combinations in the U.S. Virgin Islands: adults-only, all-inclusive, beachfront, and casino access.
  • Guest feedback is mixed enough that travelers expecting polished five-star Caribbean service should compare alternatives before booking.

Hidden tips

  • Consider renting a car if you want to explore restaurants, beaches, and towns around St. Croix.
  • Pack water shoes because some guest feedback mentions rocky or weedy beach conditions.

What guests say

Most loved
  • Quiet adults-only setting (12)
  • Beachfront location and views (14)
  • Helpful staff mentions (10)
Most common complaints
  • Food quality and limited dining variety (11)
  • Inconsistent service (8)
  • Beach can be rocky or weedy (6)
Things people wish they knew
  • The resort is on the quieter east end of St. Croix, so renting a car or budgeting for taxis is important for exploring beyond the property.
  • The all-inclusive format is convenient, but guest feedback is mixed on food quality and dining variety.
  • Beach conditions can vary, and water shoes may be useful.
From Reddit

Reddit discussion is limited but useful as a caution signal: recent St. Croix traveler threads describe mixed-to-negative impressions, especially around food, service consistency, beach quality, and value compared with other St. Croix options.

Rooms

Rooms To Avoid:Hillside suites may be less convenient for guests who want direct beach access.Low

Official FAQ notes hillside suites are across a small street and many have obstructed water views.

Best Room Category:Beachfront roomsLow

Best fit for guests prioritizing ocean views and easy beach access; verify current room naming before publishing.

The facts

146
Room Count
2
Number Of Pools
2
Number Of Restaurants
TennisGood WifiBeachfrontPickleballAdults OnlySwim Up BarSwimmable Beach

How we scored it

Food
Variety: 5.8Guest Sentiment: 6Complaint Frequency: 5.5All Inclusive Convenience: 7
Weighted Review Analysis · sources: Official, Booking.com, Expedia, TripAdvisor, Reddit · verified 2026-06-29
Beach
Crowding: 8Swimmability: 7Sand And Entry: 6.2Guest Sentiment: 6.8Beachfront Setting: 8.5
Weighted Review Analysis · sources: Official, TripAdvisor, Booking.com, Hotels.com, Reddit, Apple Vacations · verified 2026-06-29
Pools
Pool Count: 8Poolside Amenities: 7.3Cleanliness Mentions: 7.5
Weighted Review Analysis · sources: Official, Expedia, Hotels.com, Booking.com · verified 2026-06-29
Quiet
Adults Only: 8.5Activity Level: 7East End Location: 8.5
Property Positioning And Guest Sentiment · sources: Official, Official FAQ, Booking.com, Hotels.com, Pleasant Holidays · verified 2026-06-29
Rooms
Views: 7.8Comfort: 7Guest Sentiment: 7Renovation Signal: 7.8
Weighted Review Analysis · sources: Official, TripAdvisor, Booking.com, Hotels.com, Expedia · verified 2026-06-29
Value
Food Value: 5.5Service Value: 5.8Guest Sentiment: 6All Inclusive Value: 6.8
Weighted Review Analysis · sources: Expedia, Booking.com, TripAdvisor, Reddit, Hotels.com · verified 2026-06-29
Overall
Expedia Rating: 7.6Tripcom Rating: 7.6Guest Sentiment: 7.2Reddit Sentiment: 5.5Skyscanner Rating: 7.8
Weighted Review Analysis · sources: TripAdvisor, Expedia, Booking.com, Hotels.com, Trip.com, Reddit · verified 2026-06-29
Romance
Seclusion: 8Adults Only: 8Luxury Polish: 5.5Food And Service Drag: 5.5
Adults Only And Guest Sentiment Analysis · sources: Official, Booking.com, Expedia, TripAdvisor, Reddit · verified 2026-06-29
Service
Consistency: 5.8Responsiveness: 6.5Positive Staff Mentions: 7.2
Weighted Review Analysis · sources: Expedia, Booking.com, Hotels.com, TripAdvisor, Reddit · verified 2026-06-29
Nightlife
Bars: 6.5Casino: 7.5Evening Entertainment: 6.5
Amenity Based Analysis · sources: Official, Expedia, Hotels.com, Apple Vacations · verified 2026-06-29

Sources

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Scored with Grand Escape methodology v1.0.