Activities

Q: Is The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas family-friendly?

Yes, The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas welcomes children of all ages , with guests 18 and older charged as adults. The resort features a dedicated Family Pool with a waterslide designed to be enjoyable for all ages, alongside the Ritz Kids program for children ages 4 to 12, making it a comfortable choice for multigenerational travel.

Q: Does The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas have a kids' club?

The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas operates the Ritz Kids activity program for children ages 4 through 12, running Tuesday through Saturday. Children must be registered at least three hours in advance , and the program is offered for a surcharge, giving younger guests supervised, age-appropriate activities during their stay.

Q: Are the pools at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas suitable for both adults and families?

The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas maintains two distinct outdoor pools to suit every guest: a 125-foot free-form infinity edge pool reserved for guests ages 13 and older , and a separate Family Pool with a waterslide that is perfect for all ages. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult when using the pool areas and cabanas.

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Discover a world of authentic St. Thomas adventure and laid-back luxury, set beside the famous St. Thomas Beach—known for its crystal-clear waters and sea turtle snorkeling. Enjoy everything from live music and themed nights to poolside games, dance lessons, and nightly shows in an elegant setting. Spend your days kayaking, yoga sessions, or exploring nearby cenotes, then unwind with romantic evening entertainment designed for couples seeking both excitement and relaxation.

Paddleboarders on turquoise water near The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas.

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Paddleboarding Great Bay

Stand up on calm Great Bay water with paddleboards available directly from the resort’s private beach, an easy ocean activity included among non-motorized watersports.

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Kayaking Great Bay

Launch from the resort’s powder-white sand beach for a quiet paddle along Great Bay, using non-motorized watersports equipment included with the daily resort fee.

Small sailboat on clear blue water near The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas.

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Hobie Cat Sailing

Catch the trade winds from the resort beach aboard a Hobie Cat, part of the non-motorized watersports offered to guests on Great Bay.

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Reef Snorkeling

Pick up snorkel gear with instructions for a nearby reef and explore the clear water off the resort’s Great Bay shoreline.

Fitness center with rows of treadmills and window views at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas.

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Daily Fitness Classes

Join scheduled fitness sessions included with the resort fee, adding guided movement to mornings or afternoons by the sea.

Couple walking along the beach under a leafy tree at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas.

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Magens Bay Beach

Plan a beach day at Magens Bay, the mile-long crescent shoreline widely regarded as one of the Caribbean’s standout beaches.

Fitness center with weight machines and dumbbells at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas.

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Strength Training

Use the resort’s weight-training equipment in the approximately 2,000-square-foot fitness center, located just off the Palazzo building.

Blue lounge chairs lined along the beach at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas.

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Sapphire Beach Day

Visit Sapphire Beach, roughly 2.4 miles from the resort, for white sand, calm clear water and a relaxed east-end beach outing.

Tennis courts overlooking the Caribbean at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas.

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Night Tennis

Play after sunset on the resort’s two lighted omni-synthetic tennis courts, with court use included for guests.

Curved sandy beach with clear blue water near The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas.

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Lindquist Beach Visit

Head to Lindquist Beach, about 2.7 miles from the resort, for a scenic stretch of sand and clear Caribbean water.

Resort pool with waterslide, palms, and cabanas at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas.

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Waterslide Play

Let younger travelers splash, slide and cool off at the family pool area, where the waterslide is designed for all ages.

Guest sitting in an infinity pool with palms and bay views at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas.

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Infinity Pool Swimming

Swim or lounge at the 125-foot free-form infinity-edge pool reserved for ages 13 and older, a relaxed setting for older guests.

Ritz Kids entrance and garden walkway at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas.

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Ritz Kids Program

Register children ages 4 to 12 for the Ritz Kids activity program, offered Tuesday through Saturday with advance registration required.

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Coki Point Snorkeling

Snorkel shallow reef waters at Coki Point Beach, located next to the marine park and about 4.2 miles from the resort.

Oceanfront spa room with two treatment tables at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas.

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Ocean Spa Massage

Reserve an ocean-inspired massage, facial or body treatment at the resort spa, open daily with therapies ranging from deep-tissue massage to body scrubs.

Couple relaxing on a sailboat near The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas.

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Catamaran Snorkel Sail

Board the resort’s exclusive catamaran from the sands of Great Bay for a sailing and snorkeling outing with refreshments while exploring Virgin Islands waters.

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Mongoose Junction Shopping

Ferry to St. John and browse boutiques, galleries and island shops at Mongoose Junction, listed among nearby attractions to the resort.

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Trunk Bay Snorkeling

Continue from the St. John ferry by safari taxi to Trunk Bay, a famous beach stop for a day of swimming, sand and snorkeling.

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Carnival Festivities

Experience St. Thomas Carnival in April, a seasonal cultural highlight filled with parades, music, dancing and local food across the island.

Resort buildings glow at sunset at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas, with green hills behind them.

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Charlotte Amalie Shopping

Browse jewelry, liquor, souvenirs and island finds in Charlotte Amalie, the historic capital and cruise port about 20 minutes from the resort.

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ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT FAQs

What activities and entertainment can guests enjoy at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas?

The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas offers a wide range of on-site activities including two outdoor pools, a private powder-white sand beach on Great Bay, non-motorized watersports such as kayaks, paddleboards and Hobie Cats, two lighted outdoor tennis courts, a 24-hour fitness center, The Ritz-Carlton Spa, St. Thomas, and a Topgolf Swing Suite in the Grand Palazzo. Guests can also book excursions aboard the resort’s own 65-foot catamaran, Lady Lynsey II, for snorkeling trips and sunset sails departing right from the beach.

Is The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas family-friendly?

Yes, The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas welcomes children of all ages, with guests 18 and older charged as adults. The resort features a dedicated Family Pool with a waterslide designed to be enjoyable for all ages, alongside the Ritz Kids program for children ages 4 to 12, making it a comfortable choice for multigenerational travel.

Does The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas have a kids' club?

The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas operates the Ritz Kids activity program for children ages 4 through 12, running Tuesday through Saturday. Children must be registered at least three hours in advance, and the program is offered for a surcharge, giving younger guests supervised, age-appropriate activities during their stay.

Are the pools at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas suitable for both adults and families?

The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas maintains two distinct outdoor pools to suit every guest: a 125-foot free-form infinity edge pool reserved for guests ages 13 and older, and a separate Family Pool with a waterslide that is perfect for all ages. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult when using the pool areas and cabanas.

What water sports and beach activities are available at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas?

Directly from its own private beach on Great Bay, The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas offers complimentary non-motorized watersports equipment including kayaks, paddleboards and Hobie Cats, plus snorkel gear with instructions to a nearby reef. The resort’s on-site 65-foot catamaran, Lady Lynsey II, also departs from the beach for guided snorkeling trips and sunset sails.

Does The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas offer tennis and fitness facilities?

Yes, The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas features two lighted outdoor tennis courts with a PTR-certified tennis professional available for lessons. The resort’s 24-hour fitness center, located just off the Palazzo building, spans roughly 2,000 square feet with cardio and weight-training equipment, and personal trainers are available on-site for private sessions.

What spa services are offered at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas?

The Ritz-Carlton Spa, St. Thomas is open daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM and offers one of the most diverse selections of ocean-inspired therapies and treatments in the Virgin Islands, including massages, body treatments and facials such as deep-tissue massage and body scrubs. It’s a relaxing complement to the resort’s active, oceanfront setting.

Can guests book excursions and island day trips through The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas?

Guests staying at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas can arrange tours and ticket assistance through the resort for outings such as sailing and snorkeling trips aboard the exclusive Lady Lynsey II catamaran, plus nearby options like scuba diving, sailing, water skiing and surf lessons. The resort’s location near the Red Hook ferry dock also makes day trips to neighboring islands easy to arrange.

Does The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas have on-site entertainment like a golf simulator?

Yes, The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas features a Topgolf Swing Suite located in the Grand Palazzo, offering a golf simulator bay and virtual sports games for guests looking for indoor entertainment beyond the beach and pools.

Are activities at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas included in the resort fee?

The daily resort fee at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas covers a number of activities and amenities, including daily fitness classes, a welcome drink and beverage station, non-motorized watersports introduction and daily use, snorkel gear with instructions to a nearby reef, enhanced WiFi access, and use of the tennis courts, making it easy to enjoy the resort’s active offerings throughout your stay.