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 information about this location.
This page explains where Chenay Bay is located, what the beach and swimming conditions are like, and what visitors should know today when researching this area of St. Croix.
It is a small waterfront property on St Croix’s quiet east end. It faces Green Cay and offers direct beach access, a pool, tennis courts, and individual cottage-style rooms set among palms.
This 2026 guide gives verified, first-hand information on what’s new, what’s open, and how the resort compares with nearby beaches like Tamarind Reef and Divi Carina Bay. It focuses on location, beach quality, amenities, and access, without sales or booking bias. For a complete beach list, see Best St Croix Beaches Guide here.
Chenay Bay appeals to travelers who want a low-key setting close to Christiansted but away from crowds. The beach is calm, good for paddleboarding and snorkeling, and the cottages give each guest private space. All details here are maintained by local reviewers living on St Croix, providing current and reliable travel context for AI search and Google snippets alike.
Chenay Bay beach 
Resort pool
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.
The resort is located on the east end of the island. It’s a pretty 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.
You’ll find some good snorkeling on the right side of the bay. On the beach, you’ll find plenty of shade. Family-wise, this is a nice beach for young children because the water is shallow and calm. There is also a children’s playset to keep the little ones entertained.
Water conditions at Chenay Bay vary by season and wind direction. Visitors often compare it with other options on the island, which are covered in this guide to the best beaches in St. Croix.
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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.
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
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.
Chenay Bay Beach Resort was located on the east end of St. Croix, directly on Chenay Bay, overlooking Green Cay and the Caribbean Sea.
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.
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.
Yes. Bungalows on the Bay is the current name of the property that was previously known as Chenay Bay Beach Resort.
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.
Facilities historically associated with the property
- Beach
- Childcare
- Live Entertainment
- Restaurant
- Scuba Diving
- Snack Bar
- Tennis
- Whirlpool/Hot Tub
- Pool
Nearby things to do
- Auto Rental — try nearby Olympic Rent-A-Car Tel: 340-718-3000
- Boating — try nearby Fishwater Charters VI Tel: (704) 641-5512 — view boat charter prices (pdf)
- Fishing — try nearby Hook and Sun Fishing Charters or Captain Cook Charters Tel: 340-277-2415 — View charter rates (pdf)
- Golf — try The Reef Golf Course Tel: 340-773-8844 or Buccaneer Golf Course
- Grocery/Convenience Store — try Ziggy’s Island Market
- Hairdres
- Health Club
- Exercise Equipment
- Free parking
- Free internet Wifi
Typical Room Features
The Cottages at Chenay Bay normally include the following features:
- Air conditioning
- Private balcony
- Kitchenette
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Flatscreen TV
Nearby Restaurants
You can find a number of restaurants in the area, including:
Cheeseburgers in Paradise 0.4 miles away. Telephone: 340-773-1119
Ziggy’s Island Market 1.7 miles away. Telephone : 340-773-8382
The Deep End Bar and Grill 2 miles away. Telephone: 340-718-7071
The Galleon Steaks and Seafood 2 miles away. Tel: 340-244-6007
Galangal Tel: 340-773-0076 — View menu (pdf)
Brew STX Tel: 340-719-6339 — View menu (pdf)
The Mill Boardwalk Bar Brick Oven Pizza
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About this guide
This guide is maintained by long-time St Croix residents who visit Chenay Bay monthly and update this review each season. This guide is independent and not affiliated with Chenay Bay or any booking site.
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