Is Chenay Bay open in 2025?

Yes. Reopened as Bungalows on the Bay with updated cottages and pool.

Where is Chenay Bay located?

East end of St Croix, about 10 minutes from Christiansted.

Chenay Bay Beach Resort, St. Croix (What It Is Now)

Chenay Bay Beach St Croix US Virgin Islands — Chenay Bay Beach in St Croix US Virgin Islands

Important note: Chenay Bay Beach Resort is the former name of what is now called Bungalows on the Bay, a small cottage-style beachfront property located on St. Croix’s east end. Many travelers still search for “Chenay Bay Beach Resort” when looking for this location.

Chenay Bay Beach is a small protected bay on the east end of St Croix overlooking Green Cay. The former Chenay Bay Beach Resort property located here includes beachfront cottages, a pool, tennis courts, and direct access to a protected bay that is often calm and suitable for swimming, paddleboarding, and snorkeling.

Chenay Bay Beach – Quick Facts

Location: East end of St Croix
Water conditions: Usually calm
Best for: Swimming, paddleboarding, quiet beach time
Nearby: Tamarind Reef, Green Cay
Closest town: Christiansted (10 minutes)

See also: Chenay Bay is one of several beaches on St. Croix’s east end. For a full comparison of swimming conditions and snorkeling spots around the island, see the best beaches in St Croix guide, which also compares nearby east end beaches such as Tamarind Reef and Divi Carina Bay.

Where to stay on St. Croix: Visitors exploring beaches on the island’s east end often stay near Christiansted for easy access to restaurants, shops, and historic sites. For a full overview of the best locations to stay on the island, see the best areas to stay in St Croix guide.

Chenay Bay beach appeals to travelers who want a relaxed setting close to Christiansted but away from the crowds. The beach is typically calm, making it good for swimming, paddleboarding, and casual snorkeling.

Chenay Bay is for travelers who enjoy being around lots of other people, hanging out at a bar which can often get loud with live music, and generally looking for a resort feel.

beach at Chenay Bay St Croix — Chenay Bay Beach on St Croix USVI

It’s a good beach for snorkeling and renting kayaks, stand up paddle boarding and other water sports and activities. It has a grassy bottom close to shore; this makes a nice environment for starfish, conch and sea turtles but may not please everyone looking for sandy-bottom only beach. This is a nice beach for families with young children because the water is shallow and calm. There is also a children’s playset to keep the little ones entertained.

Videos

Watch this video on YouTube

Video of the Resort Cottages

Directions

As you can see on the map, it’s about a 25 minute drive from Henry E. Rohlsen airport on St Croix. You can click on this map in Google Maps and it will navigate you to the resort doors.

If you don’t use Google Maps, then follow the signs to Christiansted and then East End Road (Rt. 82). About 4 miles out of Christiansted start looking for the sign on the left. Turn left here and take that road into the parking lot at the resort. You can park your car there and the resort reception office is the first building on the left. To get to the beach, walk about 200 yards straight through the resort property.

Map to Chenay Bay Beach — Directions to the resort

If you are not familiar with the east end of the island, see this St. Croix map to understand where Chenay Bay is located relative to Christiansted and nearby beaches.

Telephone

The resort telephone is 340-201-1309.

Questions commonly asked about Chenay Bay Beach Resort

Does Chenay Bay Beach Resort still exist?

The name Chenay Bay Beach Resort is no longer used. The property operates today under the name Bungalows on the Bay, though many visitors still refer to the area as Chenay Bay.

Where was Chenay Bay Beach Resort located in St. Croix?

Chenay Bay Beach Resort was located on the east end of St. Croix, directly on Chenay Bay, overlooking Green Cay and the Caribbean Sea.

Is Chenay Bay a good beach for swimming?

Chenay Bay can be good for swimming, especially on calm days. Water conditions vary depending on wind and weather, so visitors should always assess conditions before entering the water.

Why do people still search for Chenay Bay Beach Resort?

Many travel guides, older reviews, and repeat visitors still reference Chenay Bay Beach Resort by name, which is why the term remains commonly searched today.

Is Chenay Bay the same as Bungalows on the Bay?

Yes. Bungalows on the Bay is the current name of the property that was previously known as Chenay Bay Beach Resort.

What is Chenay Bay known for?

Chenay Bay is known for its quiet east-end location, beachfront setting, views toward Green Cay, and generally relaxed atmosphere compared to busier areas of St. Croix.