The Hills, St John – Room Style

The Hills, St John is built around individually styled condominium-style villas rather than standard hotel rooms. The feel is residential, spacious, and well suited to travelers who want a private base above Cruz Bay.

• Multi-bedroom villa layouts for families, couples traveling together, and groups
• Kitchens and living areas that make longer stays and relaxed evenings easier
• Some villas add private pools, while all guests have access to the shared community pool

The Hills is the better pick if you want more independence, more space, and a villa-first stay rather than a conventional resort room.

Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina – Room Style

Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina offers a more traditional luxury resort experience, with accommodations tied to the rhythm of a private-island stay and marina setting.

• Better for travelers who prefer hotel-style service over a self-contained villa routine
• Resort setting suited to couples, families, and boaters who want to stay close to the marina
• Stronger fit if the room is part of a larger private-island resort experience

If you want resort structure, island seclusion, and a marina-based setting, Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina has the edge.

The Hills, St John – Pool & Beach Scene

The Hills is not a beachfront resort; its appeal is the hilltop setting, panoramic Cruz Bay views, and villa privacy. Beach days are planned as outings around St. John.

• Shared community pool overlooking Cruz Bay with a shaded cabana
• Some villas include their own private pool
• Beach chairs, beach towels, and a cooler are provided for villa guests heading out

Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina – Pool & Beach Scene

Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina is the stronger pick if you want the water, marina, and private-island setting to be central to the resort experience.

• Better for travelers who want waterfront resort time built into the stay
• Marina setting adds a yachting and island-hopping feel
• Stronger fit for guests who want less planning around beach access

If you want hilltop views and the freedom to explore St. John beaches, choose The Hills; if you want a more self-contained waterfront resort feel, choose Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina.

The Hills, St John – Family Programming

The Hills is an all-ages villa community, not an adults-only resort. Its family appeal comes from space, privacy, kitchens, and concierge support rather than a large kids-club-style program.

• Multi-bedroom villas work well for families and multi-generational groups
• Concierge can assist with childcare arrangements
• Residential layout makes it easy to keep family routines during the trip

Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina – Family Programming

Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina is better for families who want more of a resort environment, where the island setting, waterfront activities, and on-property services shape the stay.

• Good for families who prefer resort convenience over a villa base
• Also appealing for couples and groups who want a private-island atmosphere
• Better for travelers who want fewer off-property plans during downtime

If your group wants bedrooms, kitchens, and a St. John base, The Hills is the stronger family fit; if you want resort convenience on a private island, Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina is more natural.

The Hills, St John – Value Snapshot

The Hills, St John offers the most value when you will use the villa space: bedrooms, living areas, kitchens, laundry access, parking, and concierge planning all matter more here than a beachfront resort footprint.

• Best for families and groups who want to stay together in a private villa
• Great if you plan to explore St. John beaches and return to a spacious base
• Strong value when shared space and privacy are priorities

Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina – Value Snapshot

Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina is the better value if you want the private-island setting itself to be the centerpiece, with resort services, marina atmosphere, and waterfront relaxation folded into the stay.

• Best for travelers who want a private-island resort experience
• Stronger for couples, boaters, and families who want resort convenience
• Worth it if you prefer a self-contained island escape over a villa base