Tamarind Reef Beach
 

Tamarind Reef Beach is located on the northeastern coast of the Virgin Islands. St. Croix is home to a wide variety of activities, from a popular duty-free shopping area to wonderful snorkeling offshore, it is an extremely diverse island in the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Visitors will discover there are plenty of advantages to visiting a beach that hasn't been"discovered" by thousands of tourists, like being able to enjoy the scenery without the"scene" and Tamarind Reef Beach provides those rewards.

The cozy Tamarind Reef Beach is small but extremely appealing. Located in the east of Christiansted, this beach offers captivating views of the tropical Caribbean, as well as excellent snorkeling conditions.

Although there are many choices to make during your vacation, the beaches you choose to visit may be be some of the most important ones the Virgin Islands is filled with options like Tamarind Reef Beach.

While Tamarind Reef Beach isn't far from the beaten path, you'll find this beach is more secluded than other of the Virgin Islands' beaches. This means that, although it may not be right for a romantic stroll, it's certainly further outside of the main cities than other beaches.

The beaches in the Virgin Islands aren't well-known for their peace and quiet, however, this beach is a little more secluded than many, helping to make it a great spot for many visitors. Tamarind Reef Beach is still near plenty of people.

One of the most important parts of a beach can be location, and you can find a great sunny spot to relax on a beach. You'll find plenty of beaches in the Virgin Islands, like Tamarind Reef Beach. Therefore, if you're looking for an out of the way spot, or a more active getaway, you'll be sure to find it, but you have to decide if this particular beach is the perfect fit.

Many visitors to the Caribbean feel that the amenities and attractions located near the beach are the attributes which make the difference between good and great. For others, the prospect of having a quiet section of the beach for yourself is the decisive factor to consider. There are many beaches in the Caribbean, so your options aren't limited to Tamarind Reef Beach. By studying the information that follows, you can easily determine if this one might not be the perfect fit.

Food

If you want to get a bite to eat during your beach outing, not to worry, you'll have plenty of nearby options when it comes to dining.

The following table provides some food choices near this beach.

Restaurants Near Tamarind Reef Beach
Restaurant NameCuisine TypeMeals ServedDistanceDirection
The Galleon Eclectic dinner 0.4 mi. NE
The Terrace Restaurant International breakfast & dinner 0.8 mi. NE
Morning Glory Coffee and Tea Coffee Shop/Diner breakfast & lunch 1.5 mi. SW
Golden Banana Cafe International breakfast, lunch, dinner 1.8 mi. SW
The Chase Place Seafood lunch & dinner 1.9 mi. SW
South Shore Cafe American dinner 2.0 mi. SE
Savant Caribbean dinner 2.1 mi. SW
Harbormaster Restaurant American breakfast, lunch, dinner 2.1 mi. SW
Top Hat Scandinavian dinner 2.2 mi. SW
Tutto Bene Italian dinner 2.2 mi. SW
Marina Bar and Grill Caribbean breakfast, lunch, dinner 2.2 mi. SW
Fort Christian Brew Pub Brew Pub lunch & dinner 2.2 mi. SW
Cafe Christine French lunch 2.2 mi. SW
Stixx on the Waterfront American lunch & dinner 2.2 mi. SW
The Bombay Club International lunch & dinner 2.2 mi. SW
Tivoli Gardens International lunch & dinner 2.3 mi. SW
Luncheria Mexican lunch & dinner 2.3 mi. SW
Paradise Cafe Deli breakfast, lunch, dinner 2.3 mi. SW
Restaurant Bacchus Contemporary dinner 2.3 mi. SW
Kendricks Contemporary dinner 2.3 mi. SW
Board Walk Inn International breakfast, lunch, dinner 2.4 mi. SW
Indies Caribbean breakfast, lunch, dinner 2.4 mi. SW
Breezez Eclectic lunch & dinner 3.2 mi. SW
Cormorant Beach Club Restaurant International breakfast, lunch, dinner 4.5 mi. W
The Hideaway American breakfast, lunch, dinner 4.6 mi. W
Villa Madeleine Restaurant Contemporary dinner 4.8 mi. NE
Off the Wall Eclectic lunch & dinner 9.4 mi. SW
The Mahogany Room International dinner 10.5 mi. SW
Comanche Club Caribbean lunch & dinner 14.3 mi. SW
Pier 69 American breakfast, lunch, dinner 14.3 mi. SW
Le St. Tropez French lunch & dinner 14.3 mi. SW
Sunset Grill American lunch & dinner 14.5 mi. SW

There are an assortment of dining experiences to be had in the Virgin Islands, but a meal on the beach can be especially enjoyable. Your hotel may be happy to pack a picnic lunch for you, or you can obtain picnic supplies on your way to the beach.

The restaurant at the beach serves hungry sun worshipers.

Amenities and Ambience

Because the Tamarind Reef Beach is located at the Tamarind Reef Hotel, patrons of the resort will have access to a variety of great amenities including an assortment of watersports.

The amount of people on the beach depends on several things, like the time of year and day of the week. Some of the Virgin Islands' beaches are more crowded than others particularly when tourism season is as its peak. One of the most important factors when considering a day at the beach can be the probability of crowds. While some beach goers prefer a crowded beach with lots of activity, others enjoy a quieter beach atmosphere.

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 personality of this beach is a bit different from most other locations in the Virgin Islands. For the most part, the crowd at the Tamarind Reef Beach are guests of the Tamarind Reef Hotel.

Attractions

If you're like most vacationers, you enjoy seeing plenty of wonderful sights during your visit-- and also relax. The beach can be a relaxing experience, but natural attractions, like Little Princess Estate (located 3.3 miles to the southwest of Tamarind Reef Beach) can add greatly to your vacation experience.

Historical attractions like Athalie MacFarlane Peterson Library provide a great complement to the sands of Tamarind Reef Beach, giving vacationers the chance to learn more about the Virgin Islands without straying to far from the beach.

With all the exciting activities nearby you'll never run out of things to do. Attractions close to this beach can found in the following table.

Attractions Near Tamarind Reef Beach
Attraction NameDistanceDirectionType
Green Cay Marina 0.4 mi. NE Water Body
D. Hamilton Jackson Park 2.1 mi. SW
Fort Christiansvaern 2.1 mi. SW Historical Site
Scale House 2.2 mi. SW Historical Site
Danish Customs House 2.2 mi. SW Historical Site
Steeple Building Museum 2.2 mi. SW Museum
Alexander Hamilton House 2.2 mi. SW Historical Site
Florence Williams Library 2.3 mi. SW
Government House 2.3 mi. SW Historical Site
Holy Cross Catholic Church 2.4 mi. SW Church

Location

You'll find this sandy spot 0.4 miles from Green Cay Marina, on the northeastern coast of the Virgin Islands. Tamarind Reef Beach is close to Christiansted, so travelers staying in this area won't have far to go.

Nearby Hotels

The number of other people sharing the beach can vary widely, depending upon when you visit. You can expect to share the beach with hotel guests staying close by. There are a small number of hotels located near this beach. So if you're interested in staying close to this location you won't have trouble finding a spot.

Other Beaches

The Virgin Islands has many nice beaches, so Tamarind Reef Beach is just one option. Another location you might enjoy is Lameshur Bay; it's found 38.7 miles to the northwest. Enjoy a relaxing stroll on sultry tropical sands at Lameshure Bay, where there are hardly ever any crowds. This is the perfect sandy spot for those vacationers want to enjoy a quiet day at the beach.

Still, if you're searching for something a little more active, you might like Buck Island. It is located 4.1 miles to the northeast.

Another location you may want to try is Reef Beach, located 4.4 miles from Tamarind Reef Beach. Reef Beach opens into Teague Bay on the east end of St. Croix and is popular with windsurfers and guests who come out for the pristine beach and colorful bar.

Tamarind Reef Beach might not make your top beaches list, but with plenty of beach and activity options in the Virgin Islands, you'll have no need to worry if this beach doesn't strike your fancy.

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