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This resort overlooks its own secluded cove bobbing with boats and white-sand beach on Cowpet Bay, a 30-minute drive from Charlotte Amalie. It’s not luxurious like the Ritz next door, but it’s tranquil and secluded, and the exquisite white-sand beach and free-form swimming pool sweeten the deal. The one-bedroom condos (which can hold up to four people) contain kitchenettes and balconies, and 14 offer sleeping lofts that are reached by a spiral staircase. Look for standard-issue tropical decor, with rattan and bamboo furnishings, ceiling fans, and natural-wood ceilings. Rooms in buildings V to Z are some distance from the beach, so try to avoid them when booking. The resort has two good restaurants, including the Caribbean Fish Market, a fun spot with tables right on the beach, serving creative West Indian cuisine since 2012.