What is the water and sand quality of the Great Cruz beach?

The Great Cruz beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Great Cruz beach?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Great Cruz beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.The Great Cruz beach is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Sup surfing (Sup touring)</li></ul>

Is the Great Cruz beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.Great Cruz beach is fully protected from waves.There are a lot of boats in the bay.

Is the Great Cruz beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Great Cruz beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Great Cruz beach?

The bar is located right on the Great Cruz beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Lemongrass Restaurant & Bar is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Great Cruz beach?

There are 80 places to stay in the Great Cruz beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Great Cruz beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6362218&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Sugar Mill Hotel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9017529&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Hideout</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5190566&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Ocean View Villas</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6402206&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Tortola Adventure Private Villa Ocean-View Pool</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8267343&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">More Than Beauty Properties</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8600067&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">More Than Beauty Properties</a></li></ul>

How far is the Great Cruz beach from parking?

The Great Cruz beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Great Cruz beach?

There are 3 attractions near Great Cruz beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel located in 1.3 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Great Cruz beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Great Cruz beach is September. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 26°C and water 26°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Great Cruz beach (St.John island) is not just a great place to relax and swim, everything is created there for sunbathing. You can even call Great Cruz beach a sunbathing beach. Comfortable sun loungers with umbrellas and for the most sophisticated tourists - a natural shade along the beach. A beautiful tan after taking a few sunbaths on this beach is ensured. The main thing is not to forget to use sunscreen and do not overdo with time spent in the sun. If in doubt, look at the user photos above.

Photo of Great Cruz beach with spacious bay

Photo of Great Cruz beach with turquoise pure water surface

Great Cruz beach

8.3

#10 out of 76 in Cruz Bay 1

Free entrance Amenities beach Picturesque Easy access Bright fine sand Fine sand bottom Fully waves protected

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Located within the settlement

Cruz Bay • 1.2 km

Map of beach

Park Franklin A. Powell, Sr. Park

1.1km

Park National Park Field

1.1km

Hiking Area Lind Point Trail

1.5km

Hiking Area Caneel Hill Trail

2km

Park St John Native plant garden

2.4km

Hiking Area Peace Hill Trail

3.3km

Hiking Area L'Esperance trailhead

3.5km

National Park Virgin Islands National Park

4.5km

Hiking Area Cinnamon Bay Trail

4.9km

Cafe Lemongrass Restaurant & Bar

7.2 - Good 80m

Restaurant Ronnie's Pizza

9 - Excellent 280m

Cafe Captain Joe's Java Hut & Island Info

400m

Cafe Papaya Cafe

8 - Very good 580m

Bar Tamarind Court Restaurant and Bar

10 - Exceptional 840m

Restaurant The Inn at Tamarind Court

9 - Excellent 850m

Coffee Shop St. John Provisions

9.2 - Excellent 880m

Restaurant Privateer Chef Zack Williams

1000m

Mediterranean Restaurant Extra Virgin Bistro

9.2 - Excellent 1km

Supermarket Dolphin Gourmet Market - Westin

390m

Grocery Store Baby’s Mini Mart

1km

Sandwich Shop North Shore Deli

9.4 - Excellent 1.1km

Ice Cream Shop Cool Desires

8.6 - Excellent 1.1km

Ice Cream Shop St. John Scoops

8.8 - Excellent 1.1km

Grocery Store Moe's Fresh Market Redhook

6.6km

Supermarket Food Center

8.4km

Grocery Store Louie's Market

8 - Very good 9.2km

Supermarket Baly's Hempworld

9.7km

Tourist Attraction Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel

9.8 - Exceptional 1km

Tourist Attraction Dennis Bay Greathouse Ruins

9.4 - Excellent 3.5km

Tourist Attraction Jumbie Beach

3.5km

Tourist Attraction Coral Reef Underwater Park Trail

4km

Tourist Attraction Parasail Virgin Islands

9.8 - Exceptional 6.5km

Tourist Attraction Champagne Catamaran

9.8 - Exceptional 8.3km

Tourist Attraction Captain Nautica Excursions, Tours, & Boat Rentals

8 - Very good 8.4km

Tourist Attraction Carolina Corral

8.8 - Excellent 8.7km

Art Gallery Bajo el Sol Gallery, Art Bar & Rum Room

9.8 - Exceptional 1.1km

Aquarium Coral World Ocean Park

8.4km

Historical Landmark Annaberg Sugar Plantation

7.5km

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About

Great Cruz beach is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 10th place out of 76 beaches in the United States Virgin Islands region The beach is located in an urban area with very picturesque views. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

Weather

history

+29 ^o C +28 ^o C

Air temperature

4.8 M/S

Wind

+30 ^o C

Water temperature

1.7 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Cruz Bay • 1.2 km

Map of beach

Park Franklin A. Powell, Sr. Park

1.1km

Park National Park Field

1.1km

Hiking Area Lind Point Trail

1.5km

Hiking Area Caneel Hill Trail

2km

Park St John Native plant garden

2.4km

Hiking Area Peace Hill Trail

3.3km

Hiking Area L'Esperance trailhead

3.5km

National Park Virgin Islands National Park

4.5km

Hiking Area Cinnamon Bay Trail

4.9km

Cafe Lemongrass Restaurant & Bar

7.2 - Good 80m

Restaurant Ronnie's Pizza

9 - Excellent 280m

Cafe Captain Joe's Java Hut & Island Info

400m

Cafe Papaya Cafe

8 - Very good 580m

Bar Tamarind Court Restaurant and Bar

10 - Exceptional 840m

Restaurant The Inn at Tamarind Court

9 - Excellent 850m

Coffee Shop St. John Provisions

9.2 - Excellent 880m

Restaurant Privateer Chef Zack Williams

1000m

Mediterranean Restaurant Extra Virgin Bistro

9.2 - Excellent 1km

Supermarket Dolphin Gourmet Market - Westin

390m

Grocery Store Baby’s Mini Mart

1km

Sandwich Shop North Shore Deli

9.4 - Excellent 1.1km

Ice Cream Shop Cool Desires

8.6 - Excellent 1.1km

Ice Cream Shop St. John Scoops

8.8 - Excellent 1.1km

Grocery Store Moe's Fresh Market Redhook

6.6km

Supermarket Food Center

8.4km

Grocery Store Louie's Market

8 - Very good 9.2km

Supermarket Baly's Hempworld

9.7km

Tourist Attraction Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel

9.8 - Exceptional 1km

Tourist Attraction Dennis Bay Greathouse Ruins

9.4 - Excellent 3.5km

Tourist Attraction Jumbie Beach

3.5km

Tourist Attraction Coral Reef Underwater Park Trail

4km

Tourist Attraction Parasail Virgin Islands

9.8 - Exceptional 6.5km

Tourist Attraction Champagne Catamaran

9.8 - Exceptional 8.3km

Tourist Attraction Captain Nautica Excursions, Tours, & Boat Rentals

8 - Very good 8.4km

Tourist Attraction Carolina Corral

8.8 - Excellent 8.7km

Art Gallery Bajo el Sol Gallery, Art Bar & Rum Room

9.8 - Exceptional 1.1km

Aquarium Coral World Ocean Park

8.4km

Historical Landmark Annaberg Sugar Plantation

7.5km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

13.5km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Ocean View Villas

Resort Villa

Located at nearest locality

Cruz Bay • 12.8km from center

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13.5km from the beach

9.4 Excellent

The Hideout

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Cruz Bay • 12.8km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.5 (Very good)

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Localities

Nearest

Cruz Bay • 1.2km

Transport

Airport

SPB • 16.3km

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Great Cruz beach

Park Franklin A. Powell, Sr. Park

Park National Park Field

Hiking Area Lind Point Trail

Hiking Area Caneel Hill Trail

Park St John Native plant garden

Hiking Area Peace Hill Trail

Hiking Area L'Esperance trailhead

National Park Virgin Islands National Park

Hiking Area Cinnamon Bay Trail

Cafe Lemongrass Restaurant & Bar

Restaurant Ronnie's Pizza

Cafe Captain Joe's Java Hut & Island Info

Cafe Papaya Cafe

Bar Tamarind Court Restaurant and Bar

Restaurant The Inn at Tamarind Court

Coffee Shop St. John Provisions

Restaurant Privateer Chef Zack Williams

Mediterranean Restaurant Extra Virgin Bistro

Supermarket Dolphin Gourmet Market - Westin

Grocery Store Baby’s Mini Mart

Sandwich Shop North Shore Deli

Ice Cream Shop Cool Desires

Ice Cream Shop St. John Scoops

Grocery Store Moe's Fresh Market Redhook

Supermarket Food Center

Grocery Store Louie's Market

Supermarket Baly's Hempworld

Tourist Attraction Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel

Tourist Attraction Dennis Bay Greathouse Ruins

Tourist Attraction Jumbie Beach

Tourist Attraction Coral Reef Underwater Park Trail

Tourist Attraction Parasail Virgin Islands

Tourist Attraction Champagne Catamaran

Tourist Attraction Captain Nautica Excursions, Tours, & Boat Rentals

Tourist Attraction Carolina Corral

Art Gallery Bajo el Sol Gallery, Art Bar & Rum Room

Aquarium Coral World Ocean Park

Historical Landmark Annaberg Sugar Plantation

About

Weather

Cruz Bay, ,

Park Franklin A. Powell, Sr. Park

Park National Park Field

Hiking Area Lind Point Trail

Hiking Area Caneel Hill Trail

Park St John Native plant garden

Hiking Area Peace Hill Trail

Hiking Area L'Esperance trailhead

National Park Virgin Islands National Park

Hiking Area Cinnamon Bay Trail

Cafe Lemongrass Restaurant & Bar

Restaurant Ronnie's Pizza

Cafe Captain Joe's Java Hut & Island Info

Cafe Papaya Cafe

Bar Tamarind Court Restaurant and Bar

Restaurant The Inn at Tamarind Court

Coffee Shop St. John Provisions

Restaurant Privateer Chef Zack Williams

Mediterranean Restaurant Extra Virgin Bistro

Supermarket Dolphin Gourmet Market - Westin

Grocery Store Baby’s Mini Mart

Sandwich Shop North Shore Deli

Ice Cream Shop Cool Desires

Ice Cream Shop St. John Scoops

Grocery Store Moe's Fresh Market Redhook

Supermarket Food Center

Grocery Store Louie's Market

Supermarket Baly's Hempworld

Tourist Attraction Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel

Tourist Attraction Dennis Bay Greathouse Ruins

Tourist Attraction Jumbie Beach

Tourist Attraction Coral Reef Underwater Park Trail

Tourist Attraction Parasail Virgin Islands

Tourist Attraction Champagne Catamaran

Tourist Attraction Captain Nautica Excursions, Tours, & Boat Rentals

Tourist Attraction Carolina Corral

Art Gallery Bajo el Sol Gallery, Art Bar & Rum Room

Aquarium Coral World Ocean Park

Historical Landmark Annaberg Sugar Plantation