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Cottages by the Sea

3.0 star property
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December 2024
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On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
127A Smithfield Rd, Frederiksted, St. Croix, 840
  • Frederiksted Pier
    20 min walk
  • Fort Frederik
    2 min drive
  • Frederiksted Beach
    4 min drive
  • Christiansted (STX-Henry E. Rohlsen)
    16 min drive

Room options

Cottage, Kitchen, Garden View (Castaway)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Premium Cottage, Ocean View, Beachfront

  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Signature Cottage, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, Ocean View (Coral)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed

Cottage, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Ocean View (Coco Palm)

  • Studio
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Cottage, Kitchen, Garden View (Cockle Shell)

  • Studio
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Premium Cottage, Ocean View, Beachfront

  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Cottage, Kitchen, Garden View (Carol's Rest)

  • Studio
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Premium Cottage, Ocean View, Beachfront

  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Classic Cottage, Kitchen, Garden View (Carol's Rest)

  • Studio
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Cottage, Kitchen, Ocean View (Calabash)

  • Studio
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Premium Cottage, Ocean View, Beachfront

  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Cottage, Kitchen, Garden View (Cowry Shell)

  • Studio
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Premium Cottage, Ocean View, Beachfront

  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

Cottage, Garden View (Cone Shell)

  • Studio
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Premium Cottage, Ocean View, Beachfront

  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Cottage, Kitchen, Ocean View (Caribe)

  • Studio
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Cottage, Kitchen, Garden View (Calypso)

  • Studio
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Cottage, Kitchen, Partial Sea View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Frederiksted

Located in Frederiksted, Cottages by the Sea is by the ocean, within a 5-minute drive of Fort Frederik and Frederiksted Pier. .This beach cottage is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Sandy Point and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Estate Whim Museum.

What's nearby

  • Frederiksted Pier - 20 min walk
  • Fort Frederik - 2 min drive
  • Sandy Point - 2 min drive
  • Rainbow Beach - 8 min drive
  • Cane Bay - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Armstrong Homemade Ice Cream - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Louie & Nacho’s - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Rhythms At Rainbow Beach - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Flambouyant Restaurant - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Saman Restaurant - ‬21 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cottages by the Sea

Fun on the beach, near Frederiksted Pier
Cottages by the Sea offers 27 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodations at this 3-star cottage have kitchens with microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the cottage include complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 27 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchens. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and microwaves, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This cottage also features a picnic area and barbecue grills.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach umbrellas

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self-parking on site

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Library

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable service

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets or service animals

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • No lifts
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Front desk (limited hours)

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • Near the airport

Things to do

  • Snorkelling on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Free bike hire on site
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 27 rooms
  • 2 floors
  • 8 buildings
  • Built in 1952
  • Individually decorated

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Cottages Sea
Cottages Sea Frederiksted
Cottages Sea House Frederiksted
Cottages By The Sea Hotel Frederiksted
Cottages By The Sea St. Croix/Frederiksted
Cottages Sea House
Cottages By The Sea St. Croix/Frederiksted
Cottages by the Sea Cottage
Cottages by the Sea Frederiksted
Cottages by the Sea Cottage Frederiksted

Cottages by the Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 203 out of 260 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 260 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 260 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 260 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 260 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort
Excellent stay! room was quiet and clean and has great beach access! After being on other beaches in St Croix this one is right at the top. Air conditioning was great but when you want to turn it off, the windows open to hear the surf.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hugo

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Destiny Fantasia Simone, Wadesboro

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The people treated me amazing it felt like home I can’t wait to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Quiet and peaceful
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are looking for a quiet place, steps from the beach and comfortable; this is the place. Very clean and staff is great. Will stay again here!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colette N, Copiague

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cottages was everything and so much more! I did a good amount of research and knew I wanted to stay in Frederiksted when looking at available places. Cottages came out above the rest. First it's on the water, you can wake up, and walk right into the water whenever you choose. And, please don't downplay the beach... this is the Caribbean sea, not any regular beach. Serene waters, calm and salty so you float easily, plus cottages have a plethora of floats and beach toys to use. To enhance the experience there's rocky areas where you'll see loads of small fish. This was especially fun for the kids to follow around the fish with their snorkel gear. We stayed in the chart house, which slept 5, and it was great for our family. It's not just a hotel room, it's great for big families like mine, since it's always a challenge to get a room that can fit all of us comfortably. The cottage has a full kitchen: full size fridge, microwave, toaster, kettle, pots, pans & dishes. I knew I wanted to find some local fisherman to score some fish and this kitchen was so useful for all meals. The location is great as its a short drive from just about all the restaurants in the area. It's also close to excursions like jet ski & off roading. We had an absolute blast, and I was near tears on our last day. Thank you Cottages for allowing us to experience the beauty of your island through the hospitality of the Cottages. Many memories were made here that we won't soon forget!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nana-Akyaa

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to stay on a family vacation. The property is literally on the beach. You can access the beach at anytime. The staff are friendly and extremely helpful, especially Kate and Kishma. The units have a kitchen which is a definite plus. I would recommend staying here and will definitely be returning. Thanks for a lovely stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was real quiet and close to the water. Super clean
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip, Ostrander

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the end of March of this year. It was our first visit to St. Croix. We loved the quaint feeling of the cottage and the friendliness of all the staff. We were there the week before Easter and the locals set up campsites at the edges of the beach. We had some several days of untypically rough water but were still able to enjoy the beach. We did snorkel at the Pier. Make sure you enter the water to the left of the pier. The hike to Ham's Bluff lighthouse is a little difficult but it is not crowded and you are rewarded with incredible views.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Private beach
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. We have no complaints. It’s in a great location. Close to lots of dining options and shopping. The shuttle staff were very friendly and fast. Overall pleasant experience.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful rooms. Staff was amazing. The beach was 15 steps from our cottage. Rooms were fully stocked with diahes, cookware, and silverware. Already planning a return teip
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

CALLIE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shundrikka

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael Wayne

Travelled with partner
Great place to stay bed was comfy and ac worked. The beach at the property was amazing and we would go for swims in the Caribbean 2-3 times a day. The staff was always very friendly and helpful and the other vacationers were all very lovely most had been coming for 10 years or more. This is our first trip. There won’t be our last.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyus

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot for a quick getaway. The view of the ocean from our room was beautiful especially while we enjoyed breakfast on our patio. Snorkeling off the beach was excellent. We saw sea turtles, sting rays and even an octopus! They even have spare flippers and snorkel equipment at no extra cost. The hotel next door has a restaurant making dinner easy and convenient if you don’t want to head into town or cook. Can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Everything was good. Smooth check in, clean beach, facilities are good. Friendly staff and other guests. Honestly one of the better if not best beaches in st croix.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Wonderful stay!
My son and I loved this property! The beach was perfect and the views were incredible! We loved being able to have a kitchen and the barbecues on site! The staff was friendly and helpful! I will be back! The only thing I could have used in our room was a broom or a mini vac for the sand that we tracked in. Not every day had housekeeping, which is fine, but I wouldn’t mind sweeping up after myself. Other than that, the property was charming and beautiful❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Darin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We would have given this property 5 stars, the location to a beautiful beach was outstanding, very friendly staff, condition of location was good. The reason for less stars and our only dissatisfier was, roaches, if possible we would have changed locations because living amongst roaches does not a great vacation make. We left some food out one night and saw roaches in it the next day. We highly recommend that the property do something about this ASAP.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

tammy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we will return.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property itself was amazing! The views, the beach, the cottages, the staff, the amenities…all were wonderful. Very few restaurants nearby and all had limited hours, closed Sun-Tue and nothing opens early. I suggest planning to eat most meals in or travel to Christiansted for dining. Close to the pier where you will certainly see sea turtles if you snorkel, but lots to see just south of the beach in front of the cottages, too. We’ll likely be back but will do meals differently.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ulysses

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
I loved everything about The Cottage by the sea.. I will definitely visit there again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023