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Cottages by the Sea

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront cottage near Frederiksted Pier

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Deluxe Cottage, Kitchen, Garden View (Cockle Shell)
Deluxe Cottage, Kitchen, Garden View (Conch) | Garden view
Property grounds
Deluxe Cottage, Kitchen, Garden View (Castaway) | Bathroom

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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127A Smithfield Rd, Frederiksted, St. Croix, 840
  • Place, Sandy Point
  • Place, Frederiksted Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Rainbow Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christiansted (STX-Henry E. Rohlsen)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Cottage, Kitchen, Garden View (Castaway) | Living area

Deluxe Cottage, Kitchen, Garden View (Castaway)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Cottage, Kitchen, Garden View (Carol's Rest)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Cottage, Kitchen, Garden View (Cone Shell)

Deluxe Cottage, Kitchen, Garden View (Cone Shell)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Cottage, Kitchen, Garden View (Cowry Shell)

Deluxe Cottage, Kitchen, Garden View (Cowry Shell)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Cottage, Kitchen, Garden View (Calypso)

Deluxe Cottage, Kitchen, Garden View (Calypso)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Cottage, Kitchen, Garden View (Cockle Shell)

Deluxe Cottage, Kitchen, Garden View (Cockle Shell)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Cottage, Kitchen, Sea View (Chocolate) | Living area

Deluxe Cottage, Kitchen, Sea View (Chocolate)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Cottage, Kitchenette, Garden View (Coco Bean)

Basic Cottage, Kitchenette, Garden View (Coco Bean)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Cottage, Kitchen, Garden View (Seaglass)

Deluxe Cottage, Kitchen, Garden View (Seaglass)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Cottage, Kitchen, Garden View (Crew)

Deluxe Cottage, Kitchen, Garden View (Crew)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Cottage, Kitchenette, Sea View (Carmen)

Standard Cottage, Kitchenette, Sea View (Carmen)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Cottage, Kitchen, Sea View (Turtle Camp) | Living area

Deluxe Cottage, Kitchen, Sea View (Turtle Camp)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Cottage, Kitchen, Partial Sea View (Martha)

Deluxe Cottage, Kitchen, Partial Sea View (Martha)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Cottage, Kitchen, Garden View (Conch)

Deluxe Cottage, Kitchen, Garden View (Conch)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Frederiksted

On the beach.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Frederiksted cottage, you'll find Frederiksted Pier and Fort Frederik. Also, Estate Whim Museum is within 3 miles (5 km) and Sandy Point is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Fort Frederik - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Frederiksted Pier - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Rainbow Beach - 9 min drive - 3.9 km
  • St. George Village Botanical Garden - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Cane Bay - 24 min drive - 20.2 km

Getting around

  • Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Allure Lounge - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Armstrong Homemade Ice Cream - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Louie & Nacho’s - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Rhythms At Rainbow Beach - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cruzan Rum Distillery - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cottages by the Sea

3-star beachfront cottage near Frederiksted Pier
Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. Summer fun is a breeze at Cottages by the Sea with activities like snorkeling and kayaking.

WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach cottage also offers a garden and a terrace. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Frederiksted cottage.

  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 8 buildings
  • Built in 1952
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Cottages by the Sea offers 27 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. 40-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On a white sand beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Microwave

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Library
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Location highlights

  • Near the airport
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Snorkeling
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 2 floors
  • 27 units
  • 8 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Built in 1952
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

Property Registration Number 2-65654-1L

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Cottages by the Sea.

Property is also known as

Cottages Sea
Cottages Sea Frederiksted
Cottages Sea House Frederiksted
Cottages By The Sea Hotel Frederiksted
Cottages By The Sea St. Croix/Frederiksted
Cottages Sea House
Cottages By The Sea St. Croix/Frederiksted
Cottages by the Sea Cottage
Cottages by the Sea Frederiksted
Cottages by the Sea Cottage Frederiksted

Reviews

Cottages by the Sea Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 236 out of 302 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 302 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 302 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 302 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 302 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Derrick

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Overall this was a great vacation, we really enjoyed the island and hotel. No amenities onsite, except for the beautiful Caribbean Sea just outside our door. This hotel is very historic, and it shows. But if you are looking for a great place to rewind and relax, and can due without the norms of a big chain hotel, this is your place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Cottages By The Sea was absolutely amazing! This quaint little complex is a crown jewel of St. Croix. The staff was very friendly and it is a very calm and relaxing environment with pristine beach access. We stayed in the Crow's nest in which our second level porch overlooking the sea was breathtaking. We will absolutely be coming back!
Sea View from our balcony.
Beach view on the the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel Joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love that some of the best snorkeling on the Island is right on the beach of the cottages.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taisha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property is perfect for a relaxing vacation right next to the water. But the best part was the staff Sande, the manager, is the most welcoming, kind, affectionate, warm and inviting person we have ever met. Because of her I will always stay at this property when I come back to STX. I will be telling everyone I know to stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven W

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cant wait to come back
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Excellent.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, quiet beach with calm clear water. This was our second stay… and we’ll be back. Our favorite place away from home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

john Howard

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The beach was super clise
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian, OCEAN SPRINGS

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to get away to. Enjoyed our stay there. Clean place with beautiful water and views. When you dont feel like cooking, you have a Restaurant right next door that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie, Lakeside

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay. Right on a beautiful beach. We hope to return in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is amazing. You can snorkel right off the property, room was clean, house keeping was super friendly and gave us fresh towels when needed. I can’t say enough about this property! Also they have the sweetest cat that lives there. Will be booking again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth, tunnel hill

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family owned, right on the beach. Great place to stay. We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heaven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I had an amazing stay. Literally steps from the calmest beach I’ve ever been to. The room was exceptionally clean, just a little outdated— but I did book their last room available so it makes sense. I was told that the property is so popular you need to book the room at least 11 months in advance. Overall I would most definitely recommend this stay if you’re going for a chill, romantic, or family oriented stay. 10/10.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

A vacation dream location...

Cottages by the Sea offers it all... AMAZING location with just a few steps to one of the island's most beautiful beaches, over the top customer service & staff (before, during and after our stay), gorgeous grounds, adorable cottages with everything you could possibly need during your stay. Hot water works all too well, be careful when getting in the shower lol!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Serene! Lovely little rustic cottages on the beach. Not all cottages are ocean view, but the entire property is on the beach. And the beach is beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haihai

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. It's the best beach on the island. Easily saw turtles and stingrays and lots of fish. Love jumping into the water right after waking up~
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Murielle

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked very much that the property is directly on a clean, quiet and beautiful beach. The property was quiet and clean and well-maintained. Cleaning the room should be improved. The shower had hair on its floor from the previous client. There is a serious ant infestation in the kitchen. The kitchen dinining room seats were ripped off and taped - unacceptable!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin H

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful time. Beautiful property very close to the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have been coming to The Cottages for 10 years, and it feels like a warm hug every time I visit. What could be better than waking up and walking out your cottage door, and the ocean is in front of you!! You are surrounded by lush greenery, and turtles lay their eggs on the beach so that you might see tiny turtle footprints leading to the ocean. The nights are spectacular for seeing the stars, and I have taken beautiful shots of the constellations. Honesty, no words do this place justice; see for yourself the magic at The Cottages by the Sea
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Marshfield

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great service and friendly staff. Beautiful beach and best sunsets ever.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024