Upper Carolina

St. John

A pool overlooking a bay with boats and a hilly landscape.
A turquoise sea with small islands, a sandy beach, and lush green hills.
A turquoise sea, a sandy beach, and lush green hills.
A coastal landscape with lush green hills, a bay with boats, and scattered buildings.
A beach with clear turquoise water, sailboats, and distant islands.

Spend time in Upper Carolina to discover scenic trails, historic ruins, and relaxing beaches amid lush landscapes.

Upper Carolina is an ideal destination for outdoor and scenery travelers. You can explore Maho Bay and enjoy the surrounding natural beauty, or relax at nearby Maho Beach. For hiking enthusiasts, the Francis Bay Trail and the Reef Bay Trailhead offer opportunities to immerse yourself in the diverse landscapes. Additionally, nearby Mongoose Junction provides a shopping experience, while the Self Centre offers body treatments to help you unwind after a day of exploration.

Spend some time exploring the different neighborhoods surrounding Upper Carolina. Nearby Estate Hammer Farm is known for outdoor and scenic experiences, featuring the historic Catherineberg Ruins. Estate Carolina also offers beautiful scenery with Mamey Peak as a prominent highlight. Another area, St. John, is recognized for its attractions, including the Cruz Bay Visitor Center and Cruz Bay Beach, as well as the Battery, which adds to its cultural significance.

The best time to visit Upper Carolina largely depends on how busy it is rather than the weather, which remains warm and fairly constant throughout the year. Demand tends to be steadier, but it is a little quieter in May and during the months of October to November. This can be a good time to enjoy the area's offerings with fewer crowds, allowing for a more relaxed experience.


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Upper Carolina Hotel Deals

Bluebeard's Castle Resort

Bluebeard's Castle Resort

4 out of 5
1331 Estate Taarneberg Charlotte Amalie Saint Thomas
$159 nightly
The price is $179 total per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
$179 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this aparthotel in St. Thomas. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Magens Bay Beach and Sapphire Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (965 reviews)
"Kitchenette, Comfortable room."

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2026

Bluebeard's Castle Resort
The Westin St. Thomas Beach Resort & Spa

The Westin St. Thomas Beach Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
5 Estate Bakkeroe St. Thomas St. Thomas
$460 nightly
The price is $517 total per night from Nov 29 to Nov 30
$517 total
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in St. Thomas. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,578 reviews)
"A/c was not working in many rooms and it was hot and humid. They provided fans but that didn't work."

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2026

The Westin St. Thomas Beach Resort & Spa
Margaritaville Vacation Club - St. Thomas

Margaritaville Vacation Club - St. Thomas

4 out of 5
6080 Estate Smith Bay St. Thomas
$377 nightly
The price is $424 total per night from Nov 12 to Nov 13
$424 total
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in St. Thomas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Margaritaville Vacation Club - St. Thomas
Bunker Hill Hotel

Bunker Hill Hotel

3 out of 5
2307 Commandant Gade St. Thomas
$113 nightly
The price is $127 total per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
$127 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in St. Thomas. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,084 reviews)
"I will start with acknowledging that this place isn’t for everyone. If you want the Ritz Carlton experience, save yourself some trouble by not booking here. If you want a laid back stay with fantastic people, great location, and delicious included breakfast, this is the place for you! The staff here ..."

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2026

Bunker Hill Hotel
Windward Passage Hotel

Windward Passage Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Veterans Drive Charlotte Amali St. Thomas St. Thomas
$180 nightly
The price is $202 total per night from Nov 12 to Nov 13
$202 total
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in St. Thomas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,503 reviews)
"Todo perfecto"

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2026

Windward Passage Hotel
Emerald Beach Resort

Emerald Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
8070 Lindbergh Bay St. Thomas St. Thomas
$240 nightly
The price is $270 total per night from Dec 12 to Dec 13
$270 total
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in St. Thomas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,497 reviews)
"🫡"

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2026

Emerald Beach Resort
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Where to stay in Upper Carolina

Find the best Upper Carolina areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Upper Carolina
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Maho Bay Quarter

If you're spending some time in Maho Bay Quarter, Maho Beach and Cinnamon Bay Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Contant Farms

If you're spending some time in Contant Farms, Great Cruz Bay and Turner Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Rendezvous & Ditleff

While visiting Rendezvous & Ditleff, you might make a stop by sights like Rendezvous Bay and Klein Bay.

Lower Carolina

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lower Carolina and surrounding area, you can visit Virgin Islands National Park and Maho Beach.

Estate Saunders Gut

Estate Saunders Gut might not have many top sights, but Johnson Bay and Virgin Islands National Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.



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