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Pirates Pension at Bluebeard's Castle by Capital V
St. Thomas · U.S. Virgin Islands
1331 Estate TaarnebergView location
8.4/10Excellent805 Reviews
Cleanliness8.6/10 8.6
Service8.2/10 8.2
Comfort8.8/10 8.8
Condition8.2/10 8.2
Location8.8/10 8.8
Neighborhood8.2/10 8.2
Value9.4/10 9.4
Amenities8.2/10 8.2
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About Pirates Pension at Bluebeard's Castle by Capital V
Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and a fitness center at Pirates Pension at Bluebeard's Castle by Capital Vacations. This St. Thomas aparthotel also provides complimentary Wi-Fi, concierge services, and an area shuttle (surcharge).
Dine at one of the two onsite restaurants and enjoy a refreshing drink at the poolside bar. A business center, express check-in, and laundry facilities are also available. Free self-parking is provided onsite. Each of the 30 air-conditioned rooms features a refrigerator, microwave, and a private balcony.
Bathrooms are equipped with showers. Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi. You'll be within a 15-minute drive of Bolongo Bay and Magens Bay Beach, 8. 5 miles from Sapphire Beach, and 12 miles from Virgin Islands National Park.
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With a stay at Pirates Pension at Bluebeard's Castle in St. Thomas, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Magens Bay Beach and Bolongo Bay. This aparthotel is 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from Sapphire Beach and 12 mi (19.4 km) from Virgin Islands National Park.
Make yourself at home in one of the 30 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and laundry facilities.
Free self parking is available onsite.
Popular amenities
Free WiFi
Parking available
Concierge
Laundry
Gym
Smoking areas
Childcare
Business facilities
Transportation services
Accessible facilities
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
4:00 PM
Check-in until
11:00 PM
Check-out until
10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age
21
Hotel policies
No rollaway/extra beds available
No cribs (infant beds) available
Professional property host/manager
Pets not allowed
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Cleaning and safety
Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available
Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO
Important information
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Property Alerts
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Deposit: USD 250 per accommodation, per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
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You need to know
- Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
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Special Instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
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Instructions
- 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, debit cards, and cash
- Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
- Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
- 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
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Minimal age
21
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Spoken Language
English
Nearby attractions
Bluebeard's Castle
0.1 km / 0.1 mi
St. Thomas Historical Trust Museum
1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Lionel Roberts Stadium
1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Emancipation Garden
1.2 km / 0.8 mi
St. Thomas Government House
1.2 km / 0.8 mi
99 Steps
1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Fort Christian
1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Yacht Haven Grande Marina
1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Virgin Islands Legislature Building
1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Haagensen House
1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Frenchtown
1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Cathedral of St. Peter and St. Paul
1.5 km / 0.9 mi
The Virgin Islands Children's Museum
1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Blackbeard's Castle
1.5 km / 0.9 mi
St. Thomas Synagogue
1.6 km / 1 mi
Hotel facilities & services
Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.
- Total number of rooms: 30
- hotel
- Wheelchair-accessible
- Car park
- Check-in hour
- Check-out hour
- Wi-fi
- Laundry service
- Lift access
- Restaurant: 2
- Poolside snack bar
- Meeting room
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- Business centre
- Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
- Children’s swimming area
- Children playground
- Fitness
Meal plans
Meal plan types
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Room types
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STUDIO STANDARDSTUDIO • STANDARDSTU.ST
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
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- STUDIO
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- STANDARD
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STUDIO STANDARD
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Room overview
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- STUDIO
- View / characteristic
- STANDARD
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Room code: STU.ST
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Guest reviews
What other guests saying about Pirates Pension at Bluebeard's Castle by Capital V
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Christine
Jay and Lisa at the Sunshine Grill and Aaron at the top bar are the best part of this property! They are always so friendly and treat you like family!
Michael
Clean and spacious room. Close to shopping and restaurants.
Lenox
Clean room . Very nice ambiance.. only draw back could smell better
DEBBRA
Great location, amazing views of the harbor nicely, remodeled bathroom, and staff was very helpful. Some wear shown on the baseboard and trim work. But overall nicely updated. Nice to have a kitchenette.
Patricia
The room was just ok, not as clean as I would like. The washer and dryer are very dated. The sheets had noticeable stains on them. We couldn't go to bed until the staff brought us clean sheets. The staff were friendly and accommodating, however I wouldn't revisit.
Salina
Staff was nice overall hotel was nice and location. Restaurant, food and location were good as well.
Charlotte
The property was beautiful., staff was very friendly. Grest location close to downtown & Yachat Haven. It was very walkable to both locations.
Great staff at pool bar.
Would stay again.
Great staff at pool bar.
Would stay again.
Shereika
Great staff
K
Yes. Everything was great
Laurita
Ambient view
GERALD L
This property is a Gem. A must stay if you ever decide to visit this lovely island.
Bryan E.
Room was very good and view was great.
Bar and resteraunt was the best bartender lady was very nice.
Front desk lady cant remember name was not into her job.
Bar and resteraunt was the best bartender lady was very nice.
Front desk lady cant remember name was not into her job.
WILSON
There was no elevators, we have to go through 3 flights of stairs to make it to our room, also the hours for the Bluebeard castle were limited, only 10am to 2pm
Serge
Front desk gals very rude, we were placed in a room four flights down stairs then 39 more stairs to pool and restaurant. Asked for luggage pickup at 8am to checkout to make our plane, had to call twice and still waited 28 minutes after carrying our bags up the four flights of stairs. I have bad knees and we were never given the heads up regarding our room location. The hotel was definitely not full this was off high season. Will not be back!!!
Sabrina
Amazing view, quiet, didn’t have to leave the hotel for anything. They have a convenient store as well as restaurant and I love the fact that the pool stay open till midnight!!
I miss my flight and was able to stay near the airport, but I chose to rent this place for another night
I miss my flight and was able to stay near the airport, but I chose to rent this place for another night
Yolanda
Good stay very nice place it’s just that we were told we could get an extend check out at no charge for an added hour but was later rejected at the last minute. The hotel was great not much around to shop you have to take a taxi to get around. On the property does have food but the cost is expensive compared to when you go out. The room we stayed in was good washer and dryer in the room. The staff should communicate better when one thing is told to a guest. I would recommend this locate 8/10
Juelis
Great parking options. Quiet. Clean. Awesome Views.
Juelis
This is my favorite staycation spot!! Wonderful staff and superb view.
Jim
Wonderful staff
Siana
nice view
Rafael
Business friendly, great accommodation, parking space and overall service.
Roman
Amazing view on the harbor. Easy parking. Great beaches. Excellent rooms.
Marc
Beautiful property and wonderful location with beautiful views
Juelis
Quiet and Beautiful View from the room. Just what I needed for a Refresh Weekend.
Kezia Elizee
Lovely view from the room
Idalma
The location of the room itself wasn’t expected. There isn’t daily housekeeping, you need to bag the dirty towels and/or linen and call the front desk and let them know you need them refreshed. 1st time staying at a hotel where daily housekeeping doesn’t happen. The two times I called the front desk, Julissa answered and the towels spent hours outside the door until I called an additional time to remind them. Lots of stairs to the room and to get to the pool. You’ll be charged $75/hr extra past 10 am check out.
Shana
Easy check in/out- Staff very accommodating- Hot tub/pool/bars/restaurants all on property- centrally located- great concierge service
Selena
Everything was ok-The only complaint is that check in time is very late after 4pm and a checkout is very early 10 am-no flexibility with this.
Monet
Check in agent was great. Friendly. Sense of humor. Accommodated our requests
Francisco
Staff was not very friendly
Alaric Andrew
Way too many stairs
Sergey
Good property in a good location. Nice view from the room.
a bit bad road surface on approach. Some loud music from marina down below in the evening.
a bit bad road surface on approach. Some loud music from marina down below in the evening.
charles
Awesome property, good location close to down town and restaurants. Property overlooking the ocean bay where cruise ship docks. I would definitely recommend this property, you wont regret it and I will return.
Xavier
Very nice
Shanelle
Will visit again.
DLique
The room was updated and really nice. Had an amazing view overlooking the entire waterfront, even saw Havensight and hassle island! The front desk service however, was absolutely horrendous. Speaking from a former front desk supervisor, night staff the ladies were terrible. They might need customer service training.
Karla L Cardenas
Nice place for the price. Only thing rent a car. Taxis add up
Paul
Good
Angel
Easy for everything
Mark
Nice property. A few upgrades are needed. Water pressure in showers were terrible.
Dwight
My room was very clean and comfortable.This location is central and a great place to stay. Staff were very helpful. There should be some signs to direct guests to the different amenities restaurants, gym, pool etc. The restaurant are needs cleaning the bar counter top was very dirty. The foods were horrible. The steak I ordered I could not eat. Having a pet cat feeding area close to the restaurant is never a good thing.
Andrea
This is more of an adult resort; there was not much for kids to do and the behavior and explicit language used by guests around and in the pool was not appropriate for children, in my opinion. In the room, the washer and dryer did not work, the television had no sound, the shower leaked so it created a flooded bathroom floor after each shower. We were only given two pool towels for four people in a one-bedroom villa, even after asking 3 times for the front desk to bring additional towels. The food, however, was excellent at the (only) resort restaurant. Overall, it was fine, but I would not stay here again.
Matthew
Great property for the money!
Wendell
Unfortunately we found a bloody stain on the bed sheet and bed protector pad, on the second day.
I have pictures
I have pictures
Michelle
5 flights of stairs to our room, and stairs needed cleaning. Room was great! Staff was fantastic! The doormen took us down the hill to town.
Nate
Close to all the good bars and not far from airport at all. The only hiccup was the bathroom water pressure besides that it was a good experience
Tesca
Good stay!
Malissa
We had a great stay at Pirates Pension at Bluebeards Castle! The resort sits on a hill with beautiful views of the turquoise water and nearby islands—you can enjoy it from the suites, the pool/bar, and even the gym with its oversized windows.
Our suite had tropical tile floors, a cozy balcony, and a small kitchenette with a cooktop, mini fridge/freezer, microwave, and sink. It was spacious for two and comfortable, though it could use a few minor repairs. We also saw a 1-bedroom king suite with a full kitchen, wraparound balcony, and dual bathroom access—great layout.
The pool and jacuzzi hours (8am–12am) were perfect for relaxing, and the bar served a good breakfast—get there early if you have excursions. The staff was helpful and friendly, especially Shawn & the at the front desk team who gave great tips for dining, nightlife, and getting to St. John.
We arrived before check-in but were able to complete the process early and enjoy lunch at the pool bar while we waited. They offer bell service and pool towels are already in your suite, which was convenient.
We rented a Jeep, which we recommend—the hill is steep and not walkable. Stores, the cruise port, and fast food are a quick 5-minute drive away. Red Hook was about 20 minutes and had more local food, excursions, and ferry access.
Would definitely stay here again!
Our suite had tropical tile floors, a cozy balcony, and a small kitchenette with a cooktop, mini fridge/freezer, microwave, and sink. It was spacious for two and comfortable, though it could use a few minor repairs. We also saw a 1-bedroom king suite with a full kitchen, wraparound balcony, and dual bathroom access—great layout.
The pool and jacuzzi hours (8am–12am) were perfect for relaxing, and the bar served a good breakfast—get there early if you have excursions. The staff was helpful and friendly, especially Shawn & the at the front desk team who gave great tips for dining, nightlife, and getting to St. John.
We arrived before check-in but were able to complete the process early and enjoy lunch at the pool bar while we waited. They offer bell service and pool towels are already in your suite, which was convenient.
We rented a Jeep, which we recommend—the hill is steep and not walkable. Stores, the cruise port, and fast food are a quick 5-minute drive away. Red Hook was about 20 minutes and had more local food, excursions, and ferry access.
Would definitely stay here again!
Pam
This is not really walkable to anything. The roads are too steep and there is not always a sidewalk. Front desks people were not friendly. They seemed bothered. Our unit 401 had about 4 flights of stairs to take to come and go. Daughter said sofa bed was not comfortable and lastly the noise (bands, etc) from the area below goes until late night/early morning - earplugs would’ve been helpful. Appreciated the updated bathroom, washer and dryer, coffee maker and coffee, cold AC, nice view of cruise port, quick drive to many good places to eat.
Stephen
Room was great. Property and area around it need to be taken care of and updated
Kela
My problem was that my bathroom shower drain had hair in it and the floors wasn’t clean. Sticky and slippery. Also if there’s no towels and wash cloths on the rack where they belong look under neath the sink in the cabinet. The room was awesome awesome though.
Adam
Had a great time spent 5 days with my wife it was quiet with beautiful views
Tawanna Lisa
The room was great !! But transportation was limited ! Those hills was no joke
Tami
Very quiet and very beautiful scenery every morning!
Harriette
Staff put us in a room that we nicknamed the dungeon. 6 flights of stairs down with no elevator. Asked to be moved siting ADA limitations to no avail. Room did not have a phone ☎️ which was another problem. Thank God I didn’t have a medical emergency while there because I would have surely died. Staff treated me like a 2nd class citizen because I booked through Expedia. I would not recommend. Ira the bellman was AMAZING ‼️
Amy
Enjoyed my stay at the property with my family. Clean and good amenities. Beautiful views and right in Charlotte Amalie. Lots of stairs. Restaurant was good-nice staff and food. However, front desk staff could have been friendlier and could never get responses to inquiries via Expedia or email.
Latavia Huntley
Perfect Location
Staying at Bluebeard was an absolute joy! Staff was helpful, there’s always a taxi ready to take you were you need to go, and the view is insanely gorgeous. As a solo woman traveler I felt safe and cared for. My only complaint is my room didn’t have a phone in it. But the front desk provides you with all the contact numbers that you can dial from your cellphone. Also, from my balcony you could hear all the music on a Saturday night for free.
Mohinie
This is my third time staying here. The pool is clean rooms are clean and comfy. Great place to stay with kids
Denis
Overall it was a good experience but there were a few really silly things. They didn’t serve hot tea at the pool bar which is where breakfast is. So we had to go upstairs to get hot water. That’s just dumb. One of the younger servers during breakfast at the pool bar was snotty and she needs an attitude adjustment
Chrysan
A very nice place to stay. The views are great. Everything is close. We enjoyed our stay. I would recommend Bluebeards pension.
Charlayne
The property was clean the people were super nice
Matt
We loved our apartment-style room with separate bedroom and large balcony facing the sea. Common areas were clean and well kept. Restaurants were good with friendly staff.
Nathan
It was good, there was a lot of hairs that seemed to keep appearing that were obviously not ours, we have light hair lots of long black hairs. Maybe check that.
Ina
The view from our room 411 was excellent. The bathroom was great/clean, AC works great and towels and amenities was provided. The only thing I wish was a little bit firmer bed ( a sagging bed).
Becky
Property was beautiful but the pool area could use a little sprucing up
Kristi
The balcony and the view
Kalina
Beautiful views!! The amount of stairs are insane but I promise the views are much worth it!! Beautiful, spacious rooms with all the kitchen necessities you require...
derry
Most of all knowing my maternal grandfather, who worked there in the 70's, planted trees there when I was a kid, trees I now get to enjoy.
Jessica
Great views! Food at the pool side restaurant was great. Not having daily housekeeping was a downfall and dragging luggage up and down 3 flights of stairs.
Adrianna
We enjoyed our stay thoroughly! The view was wonderful and our room was spacious, more like a suite as we stayed at Pirates Pension!
We decided to rent a care and are glad we did as the property sits at the top of a hill. But it was gorgeous and well kept and the pool area is a nice addition. The restaurant is also a nice touch and the food is pretty good.
We decided to rent a care and are glad we did as the property sits at the top of a hill. But it was gorgeous and well kept and the pool area is a nice addition. The restaurant is also a nice touch and the food is pretty good.
Darshanie
Property does not offer housekeeping, or basic necessities like water. Had to call many times just for garbage bags or extra toiletries for the restroom.
Keith
Great stay everything was perfect
Michelle
There was no room service but aside from that the rooms were spacious and comfortable
Verified traveler
Oddly no regular housekeeping
Room was good size. no breakfast and no daily housekeeping. pleasant accomodation
patrick
The air-conditioning ran constantly but the room never got below 78. Floors were not very clean.
Michael
The guest up stairs very loud
mary
our room was filthy
Michael
Clean and comfortable
Michael
Room was nice and beautiful view. However, the staff seem disgruntled. Room’s phone not working, which made it difficult to call the front desk to get a ferry since the room I got was at a remote area.
Joe
This was our second stay at Bluebeards Castle. First at Pirates Pension, and we love it! Amazing view! Close to downtown.
Gaynell
Privacy and security
Arlene
The stay was good, but two things the store should have more essentials groceries and there was no elevator and I was on the bottom floor walking up and down those flights of stairs was a bit much. But otherwise everything was great!!
Joseph
It was a very difficult place for a serior citizen to get around. Too many steps and levels. We managed and it was good exercise. We didn't get hurt or strain ourselves.
Kamead
Loved the property, rooms were so clean large and smelt really good. Wi didn't like that we didn't have cleaning services everyday or every other day and the fire alarm kept going off at odd hours, 1:30am, 11:30pm.. Was stressful and annoying
Nicholas
Great place to stay for vacation or something like wedding, more!!! This place going to get 5 stars for being everything rated!!!
Kevin
Good place
Lukeiser
We enjoyed our time the people at the resort were very friendly. We didn’t eat that much at the resort but when we did the food was pretty decent
Kelli
Property was nice come prepared to walk steps
Kristi
Great place! Highly recommend!
Tamara
I had my first solo trip here to this hotel and I absolutely loved it. From the time I arrived until the time I departed, I felt like I was in great hands. Special thank you to Mr. Shaun at the front desk who made sure I was okay each day knowing that I was traveling alone. I would definitely recommend this hotel. I had a studio suite that was really nice with kitchenette, washer/dryer in my room and a beautiful balcony with a gorgeous view 😍. I will be staying here again when I return.
Kimberly
A lot of changes at the Castle since my last stay. The grounds looked amazing! The workers were very friendly on our daily walk. Everything appears to have a fresh coat of paint. Also there are now elevators to get you around the multilevel compound should you need them. Once again we stayed in Pirates Pension and enjoyed the balcony overlooking the cruise ships. But with that view came a lot of noise pollution. Of course the Castle has no control over this as there are 2 very busy roads just below it. I won’t stay in PP again but I would stay at the Castle again. I’ve been coming back for over 30 years.
The pool no longer has the waterfall or deep end but that didn’t make it any less enjoyable.
The poolside little restaurant is gone but now you can get breakfast lunch and dinner from where Banana Tree used to be. They have a nice bar in there facing the harbor.
I would say our stay was awesome and I’ve never seen the Castle or the grounds look better.
The pool no longer has the waterfall or deep end but that didn’t make it any less enjoyable.
The poolside little restaurant is gone but now you can get breakfast lunch and dinner from where Banana Tree used to be. They have a nice bar in there facing the harbor.
I would say our stay was awesome and I’ve never seen the Castle or the grounds look better.
LAKEITA
Omg the entire ataff was AMAZING!! with the exception of the night bartender she was not friendly at all but the rest of the staff will have a frequent visitor! I will most definitely be retuning. The place was clean the view in every angle was amazing it was just awesome!
Susan
Views were great. If you are older ,or have a lot of bags ,make sure you are in rooms at the top of the hill
Jerry
Blue beards is a really great place to stay. It was very comfortable and had a great view! The only compliant Inhave is that I wish I had booked it through the hotel and not hotels.com! When we checked in the hotel wasn’t aware of our reservation and we had to wait an hour for them to have our room ready.
Christian Jose
Great views of the port, shooping and dinning nearby.
Philip
Really great views. Nice restaurant. The road leading to the hotel is pretty beat up though.
Aileen
Centrally located on the island. Nice large balcony with table and chairs and beautiful view of the harbor and cruise ships. Great open kitchen with up to date appliances. There was a washer/dryer unit in the bathroom which we didn’t use. Convenient parking near our unit. However, our unit was 3 flights down from the parking lot (no elevators). One night we ate at the hotel restaurant. Food was mediocre. Lovely view of the harbor. Toward the end of dinner, it started to rain very hard and the ceiling started leaking heavily forcing diners to try to avoid getting soaked. Restaurant workers were slow to assist customers.
Allison
Amazing stay and wonderful views.
Rosalie
The view was amazing. Food on premises fantastic.
Verified traveler
Beautiful hotel.
It was great.
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Pirates Pension at Bluebeard's Castle by Capital V
1331 Estate Taarneberg, St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands
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