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A protected Caribbean sanctuary

St. John reveals itself as something rare—an island where two-thirds of the land remains protected within Virgin Islands National Park, thanks to Laurance Rockefeller's 1950s vision. This preservation shapes everything you'll encounter, from the absence of high-rise development to hiking trails winding through subtropical rainforest to secluded beaches. The island earned its "Love City" nickname from 1970s radio DJs, and that welcoming spirit persists. Historical Danish sugar mill ruins emerge from the landscape, particularly at Annaberg Plantation, where 18th-century stone structures tell the island's colonial story.

Refined simplicity and culinary excellence

Cruz Bay serves as the social center, where ferry arrivals step into a walkable town of boutiques at Mongoose Junction and restaurants ranging from Extra Virgin Bistro's tasting menus to waterfront Italian at ZoZo's. The atmosphere favors low-key luxury over flashy resort culture—you'll find more private villas than hotel towers. Trunk Bay's underwater snorkeling trail and the Reef Bay hike past ancient Taino petroglyphs define visits here. On the quieter eastern end, Coral Bay offers a bohemian counterpoint with casual spots like Skinny Legs and boat-access-only Lime Out.

Practical considerations

Since St. John has no airport, you'll fly into St. Thomas and take the 20-minute ferry from Red Hook. Most visitors rent a Jeep to navigate hilly terrain and reach North Shore beaches. The island works well as a base for day trips to St. Thomas's duty-free shopping or British Virgin Islands destinations—just remember your passport for BVI excursions.

Frequently Asked Questions about St. John

Can I book hotels in St. John with miles on Delta Stays?

Yes, you're welcome to use your Delta miles to book your St. John hotel stay, or if you prefer, you can combine your miles with cash for more flexibility. When you log in to your Delta SkyMiles® account, you will also discover Member offers at select properties that could enhance your travel experience.

What are the benefits of booking my St. John hotel on Delta Stays?

SkyMiles Members can earn 2 miles per $1 spent on completed hotel stays and vacation rentals booked through Delta Stays, get access to Member offers at select properties, and can pay with miles, cash, or a combination of both. To ensure you earn miles when paying fully with cash, simply sign in to your SkyMiles account or enter your SkyMiles number at checkout. Please allow up to 8 weeks after completing a stay for miles to appear in the SkyMiles account provided. Please also note that if you use miles to pay for any portion of your stay, you will not earn miles on that reservation, including any amount paid with cash.

Can I change or cancel my hotel booking made through Delta Stays?

Cancellation policies vary by property. Be sure to check the cancellation policy listed under the hotel’s details before booking. You'll find that some rates are refundable, while others are non-refundable. Please note that if you make changes to or cancel your booking, this may affect the number of miles you earn and receive in your account.

Can I book with my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card?

Your Delta SkyMiles® Gold, Platinum, or Reserve American Express® Card offers enhanced mileage earning potential along with a suite of benefits, including an annual statement credit up to $200 that can be utilized for prepaid accommodations when booking through Delta Cars and Stays. Terms apply. For an overview of all advantages associated with your card membership, please visit the Delta SkyMiles® American Express Credit Cards page where you can review complete benefit details.

Can I earn MQDs on Delta Stays hotel bookings?

Periodically, Delta Stays offers opportunities for SkyMiles Members to accumulate Medallion® Qualification Dollars through hotel and vacation rental reservations completed using Delta Stays. Be sure to check out the latest MQDs offers and terms at the Delta Stays MQD Offer page.

Do I need to be a Delta SkyMiles Member to book a hotel on Delta Stays?

While Delta Stays welcomes all travelers to use their hotel booking services, obtaining SkyMiles account unlocks additional benefits including mile-earning opportunities and access to Member-only rates and promotions. Members can earn 2 miles per $1 spent (excluding taxes and other fees) on Delta Cars and Stays, and it is free to join. Become a Member today by visiting the delta.com.

Can I book a vacation rental through Delta Stays?

Absolutely, Delta Stays features an extensive portfolio of vacation rentals in addition to traditional hotel accommodations. You have access to numerous homes, condos, and specialty lodging options powered by Vrbo to suit your travel preferences. You can discover these alternative accommodations by visiting the Vacation Rentals page.

Which hotels have high ratings in St. John?

You will find 12 hotels in St. John to choose from when you book on Delta Stays. Caneel Bay has a guest rating of 9.6 out of 10, and features a private beach and an outdoor pool. Another top-rated hotel is Marketplace Suites, where you can enjoy free parking and a shopping mall. Sea Shore Allure has a rating of 10 and this hotel has a beachfront setting and an outdoor pool.

What's a good time of year to visit St. John?

To experience St. John during great weather, consider a visit in February when the temperature averages 78°F and the skies are mostly sunny with light rainfall. For off-peak prices and more deals on hotels, consider visiting during May when temperatures reach a warm 82°F with mostly sunny skies, fewer crowds, and lower pricing.

*Terms and conditions:

Mileage Offer:

SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window on the base hotel rate for a completed hotel stay. Base hotel rate is the cost of the hotel room, before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking or upon checkout. Taxes and fees, gratuities, room service other booking charges, or any bookings which are paid or reduced by miles, redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit. For clarity, if miles are used as a form of payment (whether for all or a portion of the booking), no portion of the booking will be eligible to earn miles under this offer. Except with respect to the Hertz Mileage offer (listed below), SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per eligible US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Cars on the base car rental rate for a completed car qualifying rental booking (“Qualifying Dollars”). A qualifying rental booking includes rentals at a participating location for one or more days at rates other than travel industry rates or discounts, wholesale of tour package rates or discounts, wholesale tour package rates, insurance/dealer replacement rates, corporate and government rates, group travel discounts, or rentals in conjunction with a frequent flyer car award, or other corporate agreements applicable to the respective car company. Calculation of the applicable standard mileage offer is listed below by car rental company. Qualifying Dollars include the base car rental rate, which is the cost of the car rental before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking. Taxes, fees, other incidental charges, or other booking charges or any bookings which are paid or reduced by redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit and are not included in the Qualifying Dollars.

This mileage offer does not apply to stays or car rentals booked through Delta Vacations or any cruises booked through Delta Cruises.

Standard mileage offer for car rentals booked at https://www.delta.com/Opens in a new window or https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window:

Hertz Reservations:

• General SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Silver Medallions earn 5 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Gold Medallions earn 6 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Platinum Medallions earn 7 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Diamond Medallions earn 8 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Dollar and Thrifty Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Alamo, Enterprise, National, Avis, Budget, Payless and SIXT Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 2 miles per Qualifying Dollar