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Oceans at Carina Bay

Saint Croix, Saint Croix

3.5(27 reviews)

Adults Only

Oceans at Carina Bay is the upgraded, beachfront tier of Carina Bay All-Inclusive Resort & Casino, the adults-only (18+) East End property Divi Resorts still operates and now markets as "The CB" (it was long known as Divi Carina Bay). That makes it one of the very few adults-only all-inclusives in the US Virgin Islands: US citizens need only a government ID, the currency is the dollar, and there is no customs line on the way home. Oceans itself is 50 rooms in two beachfront categories, and its perks are robes, an in-room espresso machine, upgraded bath products and VIP check-in and checkout rather than a separate enclave; Divi places it right by the pool and the action.

Traveler Insights

Pros

+Adults-only (18+) all-inclusive in the US Virgin Islands, so US citizens fly in on a driver's license, pay in dollars and skip customs entirely
+Both Oceans room types are beachfront at 379 sq ft, each with a private balcony or patio facing the water, and guests describe the sunrise from them as the reason to book
+Oceans is the upgraded tier of the resort: robes, a smart TV, an espresso machine with gourmet pods, upgraded bath products and VIP check-in and checkout
+Two pools to choose from: a beachfront pool by the bar and a quieter hillside pool when the main deck gets busy
+The bartenders, especially the poolside crew at Oceans Bar & Grill, get exceptional praise for remembering guests and their drinks from day one
+Non-motorized water sports are included, with kayaks and paddleboards from the on-site water sports center, plus tennis, pickleball and shuffleboard
+Carina Bay Casino (21+) gives the evenings a draw that most small all-inclusives lack, with slots, table games and a cafe and bar inside
+Small scale, with just 50 Oceans rooms, means no fighting for loungers, and chairs and umbrellas are free on a first-come basis with no advance reserving allowed

Cons

−Remote East End location, about 17 miles from the airport and 20-30 minutes from Christiansted, so exploring town means a rental car or taxis, and the resort tells departing guests to allow 4-5 hours before a flight
−Sargassum is a real seasonal problem: the resort says it is unavoidable at times, and staff are not allowed to clear the beach during turtle nesting season (a free daily shuttle to a nearby beach runs then)
−Dinner is a buffet at Waves Marketplace from 6 to 9 pm, and the rotation can feel repetitive by day four or five of a longer stay
−Entertainment is deliberately light: a weekly activity schedule with limited evening programming, so the casino and the lobby bar are most of the nightlife
−No spa on site at all, which the resort states plainly, so massages mean leaving the property
−Food at the casino's Carina Cafe & Show Bar is not part of the all-inclusive plan, and the casino itself is 21+ even though the resort admits 18-year-olds
−Lean staffing shows when the resort is busy, with slower bar and restaurant service at peak times
−No-see-ums at dawn and dusk come up again and again, so pack repellent

The practical experience is simple and small-scale. Breakfast and dinner are buffets at Waves Marketplace, lunch and snacks come from Oceans Bar & Grill by the main pool, East End Coffee does espresso and breakfast sandwiches in the morning, and Latitude Bar is the round lobby bar for a drink before dinner. Some guests find the food rotation repetitive on a longer stay. There are two pools (one beachfront, one on the hillside), tennis, pickleball, shuffleboard, a fitness center and a water sports center with kayaks and paddleboards. There is no spa. Evenings are quiet by design, with a weekly activity schedule and Carina Bay Casino (21+) as the main draw; food at its cafe is charged separately. Seaweed can be heavy at certain times of year, and the resort cannot clear the beach during turtle nesting season.

It suits couples and friends who want a calm, uncrowded beach week with a US-territory travel day, and who are happy to rent a car for St. Croix's real attractions: diving and snorkeling on the Cane Bay Wall, the bioluminescent bays, the forts in Christiansted and Frederiksted, and the hike to Point Udall nearby. Travelers who need nightly shows, a spa or a big restaurant lineup will do better at a larger adults-only resort in Jamaica or Mexico, though those lose the no-passport convenience.

Common Questions

Do US citizens need a passport to visit St. Croix and Oceans at Carina Bay?

No. St. Croix is part of the US Virgin Islands, so US citizens only need a government-issued photo ID such as a driver's license. Non-US citizens should check their own country's entry requirements for US territory.

How is Oceans at Carina Bay related to Carina Bay All-Inclusive Resort & Casino?

It is the same property. The whole resort, which Divi Resorts markets as The CB and which was formerly Divi Carina Bay, is adults-only at 18+. Oceans is its premium tier of 50 beachfront rooms with extras like robes, an espresso machine and VIP check-in and checkout, while sharing the resort's pools, beach, restaurants and casino.

Is there a casino, and can everyone use it?

Yes, Carina Bay Casino is next to the hotel, across the road from the rooms, with slots, table games and the Carina Cafe & Show Bar. You must be 21 with ID to enter, even though the resort and the island's drinking age are 18. Food at the casino cafe is not covered by the all-inclusive plan.

How remote is the resort, and do you need a rental car?

The resort is on the East End, about 17 miles from Henry E. Rohlsen Airport and 20-30 minutes from Christiansted. Taxis exist but add up, so most guests who want to explore rent a car; the resort works with a rental company that can deliver to the property. Remember that St. Croix drives on the left.

How bad is the seaweed on the beach?

It varies by season, and the resort itself says heavy sargassum is unavoidable at certain times of year. Staff clean the beach regularly, but cannot do so during turtle nesting season, when the resort runs a free daily shuttle to a nearby beach instead. There is no lifeguard, so swimming is at your own risk.

What activities are included in the all-inclusive?

Non-motorized water sports from the on-site center, such as kayaks and paddleboards, plus tennis, pickleball, shuffleboard, the fitness center, a games room and the weekly activity schedule. Motorized activities and dive trips cost extra; St. Croix's best-known dive and snorkel site, the Cane Bay Wall on the north shore, is reachable through local operators.

Restaurants (2)

Type	Restaurants
Buffet	Waves Marketplace
American & grill	Oceans Bar & Grill

From the resort's own dining pages. Only restaurants the resort lists are shown. All are covered by the all-inclusive rate, per the resort.

What's nearby

Christiansted National Historic Site (Fort Christiansvaern)
25 min drive · 8.4 mi
St. George Village Botanical Garden
40 min drive · 20 mi
Estate Whim Plantation Museum
40 min drive · 22 mi
Frederiksted Beach
45 min drive · 24 mi

More things to do (23)

Frederiksted Pier snorkel · excursion45 min drive · 24 mi
Christiansted · town25 min drive · 8.6 mi
Grapetree Beach · beach9 min walk · 0.4 mi
Cottongarden Bay Beach · beach6 min drive · 2.3 mi
Cramer Park Beach · beach7 min drive · 2.5 mi
Isaac Bay Beach · beach10 min drive · 3.5 mi
Point Udall · viewpoint11 min drive · 3.7 mi
Green Cay Marina · marina15 min drive · 6.8 mi
Deep-sea fishing charter · excursion15 min drive · 6.8 mi
Buccaneer Golf Course · golf20 min drive · 7.4 mi
Steeple Building Museum · museum20 min drive · 8.4 mi
Buck Island Reef snorkel trip · excursion25 min drive · 8.6 mi
Shoys Beach · beach25 min drive · 8.2 mi
Salt River Bay National Historical Park · nature35 min drive · 17 mi
Salt River Marina · marina40 min drive · 18 mi
Salt River Bay bioluminescent kayak tour · excursion40 min drive · 18 mi
Salt River Beach · beach40 min drive · 19 mi
Cane Bay Beach · beach40 min drive · 21 mi
Cane Bay wall dive and snorkel · excursion40 min drive · 21 mi
Annaly Bay Tide Pools · nature45 min drive · 23 mi
Fort Frederik · historic site45 min drive · 24 mi
Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge · beach50 min drive · 25 mi
Rainbow Beach · beach50 min drive · 25 mi

Amenities

Casino

Diving

Tennis

Snorkeling

Water Sports Rentals

Free Wi-Fi

Nightly Entertainment

Buffet Dining

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Gym

Beach

Style & Rooms

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Beachfront Rooms

Google Reviews★ 3.5 · 27 reviews

brent p.

a month ago

“Dec 2025, Adult only all inclusive. Rooms are great with ocean views. Food was great quality. Food at the pool bar was nicely seasoned. Right on the beach location. Was a bit of sargasm seaweed on the beach but not horrible. Nice pool but not heated...”

Sam J.

8 months ago

“We stayed at this resort a few months ago during Christmas and had a fantastic experience. The hotel was impeccably maintained, with clean, comfortable rooms that made our stay truly enjoyable. The resort offered a great selection of food and drinks,...”

Karen B.

9 months ago

“I had the pleasure of enjoying 10 days here in March. My room had an ocean view, was quiet and very clean. Special thanks to Abena for helping me navigate the espresso machine ❤️ giving me great day trip ideas and maintaining my room thru the week. I...”