Renaissance Beach
 

Travelers can easily find Renaissance Beach strategically placed on the northeastern coast of the Virgin Islands. The most populated island of the U.S. Virgin Islands, St. Thomas is home to a bustling port and shops with international goods.

Renaissance Beach is an ideal location on the northern coast of St. Thomas for watersports, particularly windsurfing. The beach's waters are calm and good for swimming, although they are filled with sea grass.

While some of the beaches in the Virgin Islands are more secluded than Renaissance Beach the combination of natural setting, personality and other qualities offered by this beach might be just right for you.

Vacationers who are hoping for a taste of seclusion in the Virgin Islands could find that Renaissance Beach suits them perfectly. You'll find urban areas without going far, but you won't be too far from the beaten path, you'll discover a great middle ground.

the Virgin Islands' beaches are hardly known for their seclusion, but this beach is a little further from the crowds, but is not the most urbanized beach. Renaissance Beach is still near plenty of people.

For some visitors the level of activity at a beach and its amenities are particularly important attributes. For others, it is the seclusion and the chance to waste away the day on the sand that is extremely important. There are plenty of beaches in the Virgin Islands, and you may find what you're looking for at Renaissance Beach.

If you are comparing beaches, location is a key factor to consider. The Caribbean region has hundreds of beaches, so Renaissance Beach is not your only choice. Using the information presented below, you can easily decide if this one is just your style.

Food

No matter the meal, a fantastic way to start—or finish-- your day of fun in the sun is sometimes visiting a local food establishment, where you'll be able to get a taste of local fare without having to go too far from the beach.

Some dining options are listed below.

Restaurants Near Renaissance Beach
Restaurant NameCuisine TypeMeals ServedDistanceDirection
Romanos Italian dinner 0.5 mi. SE
Seagrape French breakfast, lunch, dinner 1.4 mi. SE
Off the Hook Seafood dinner 1.8 mi. SE
Texas Pit BBQ, Red Hook Barbecue dinner 1.8 mi. SE
Raffles International dinner 2.1 mi. SE
Blue Moon Cafe American dinner 2.4 mi. SE
Old Stone Farmhouse Eclectic lunch & dinner 3.0 mi. W
Texas Pit BBQ, Wheatley Barbecue dinner 3.5 mi. SW
Banana Tree Grille International dinner 3.8 mi. SW
Herve Restaurant American lunch & dinner 4.3 mi. SW
Tavern on the Waterfront Eclectic dinner 4.4 mi. SW
Hard Rock Cafe American lunch & dinner 4.5 mi. SW
Greenhouse Bar and Restaurant American breakfast, lunch, dinner 4.5 mi. SW
Cafe LuLu Mediterranean dinner 4.6 mi. SW
Texas Pit BBQ, Waterfront Barbecue dinner 4.7 mi. SW
Stone Terrace Eclectic dinner 4.9 mi. E
Fish Trap Seafood dinner 4.9 mi. E
Cafe Roma Italian dinner 4.9 mi. E
Luscious Licks Vegetarian lunch 4.9 mi. E
Lime Inn Seafood lunch & dinner 5.0 mi. E
La Tapa International dinner 5.0 mi. E
The Chart House Seafood dinner 5.0 mi. SW
Hook, Line and Sinker American lunch & dinner 5.0 mi. SW
Asolare French dinner 5.0 mi. E
Global Village Cuisine at Lattitude 18 American breakfast, lunch, dinner 5.1 mi. E
Sun Dog Cafe Eclectic lunch 5.1 mi. E
Paradiso American dinner 5.1 mi. E
Texas Pit BBQ Barbecue dinner 5.9 mi. SW
Tickle's Dockside Pub American breakfast, lunch, dinner 5.9 mi. SW
Le Chateau Bordeaux French lunch & dinner 8.6 mi. NE
Skinny Legs Bar and Restaurant American lunch & dinner 10.2 mi. NE
Serafina Seaside Bistro International dinner 10.2 mi. NE
Shipwreck Landing Seafood lunch & dinner 10.3 mi. NE

Every location in the world has its own unique cuisine, and the Virgin Islands is no different. A wonderful place to enjoy local fare is directly on the beach. Many hotels are happy to pack a picnic lunch for their guests, or you can pick up food from local vendors en route to the beach.

Visitors will also discover a restaurant at this beach.

Amenities and Ambience

Most people visit Renaissance Beach for its wide array of watersport opportunities, and the area is especially good for windsurfing. The Grand Palace Resort has restrooms, a watersports center, and restaurants that are open to guests.

The number of people on the beach is affected by several factors, including the day of the week and time of year. Some of the Virgin Islands' beaches may rarely be crowded, while others are often crowded especially when tourism season is as its peak. An important thing to remember when considering a day at the beach can be, for some beach goers, the possibility of crowds. While some beach goers prefer a crowded beach with lots of activity, many would prefer to just relax in a quiet area.

Like many other aspects of the Virgin Islands this beach has a distinctive personality which will be more appealing to some than to others. The special qualities of this beach are a little different from what you'll experience at other beach locations in the Virgin Islands. This beautiful beach attracts families and couples to its shores, while watersports enthusiasts also come to play in the sparkling waters.

Attractions

Natural attractions can be a beautiful way to see more of the island during your day at the beach. A prime example is Coral World Underwater Observatory & Marine Park, which is 0.2 miles to the northeast of Renaissance Beach.

Historical attractions such as Fort Christian provide a nice complement to the shores of Renaissance Beach giving visitors the opportunity to learn more about the Virgin Islands without having to stray to far from the beach.

The beach is one type of attraction you can visit, but there's even more to see during your stay.. The ensuing table is comprised of other attractions that are close to this beach.

Attractions Near Renaissance Beach
Attraction NameDistanceDirectionType
Coral World Underwater Observatory & Marine Park 0.2 mi. NE Natural Attraction
Tillett Garden Art Center 1.5 mi. SW Museum
Fort Mylner 1.8 mi. SW Historical Site
National Park Headquarters 2.2 mi. SE Natural Attraction
Race Track 2.2 mi. S
Hospital 3.2 mi. SW
Paradise Point Tramway 3.7 mi. SW Tourism Oriented Business
Fort Christian 4.2 mi. SW Historical Site
Emanicipation Garden 4.3 mi. SW Historical Site
Fairchild Park 4.5 mi. SW Natural Attraction

Location

Vacationers will find this beach on the northeastern coast of the Virgin Islands, 0.2 miles from Coral World Underwater Observatory & Marine Park. Renaissance Beach is close to Tutu, so exploring the town is a convenient option.

Nearby Hotels

The number of other vacationers sharing the beach can vary widely, depending upon when you visit. You can typically expect to encounter a fair number of hotel guests staying close by. There are a fair number of hotels located nearby. Those looking to stay in the vicinity of this beach should be able to find what they are looking for.

Other Beaches

Of course, Renaissance Beach is just one of many beaches you can visit in the Virgin Islands. Travelers can also have a good time at Coki Point Beach, which offers an active beach scene. You'll find it 0.2 miles to the northeast. Coki Point Beach is a popular tourist beach that is often very crowded. Prime snorkeling, other watersports, and ample facilities attract many guests to its charming shores.

If you're looking to travel to a more tranquil beach, your search could end at Salt Pond Bay. The secluded little beach at Salt Bay offers beachgoers privacy as well as excellent swimming conditions. So on your next trip to St. John, go off the beaten path and sample these sandy shores. It's found 11.1 miles to the east.

Vacationers may also want to visit Lindquist Beach; it is located 1.2 miles from Renaissance Beach. One of the best secrets on St.. Thomas is Lindquist Beach, a perfect Caribbean beach, that resides off of an unmarked dirt road, and thus stays unpopulated in a busy tourist area.

You'll find a great deal of variety in the Virgin Islands, no matter which of the beaches, even Renaissance Beach, you choose to visit.

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