Morningstar Buoy Haus Beach Resort At Frenchman’s Reef

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Brand: Autograph Collection (Marriott Bonvoy)


Nestled just steps from the powdery sand of the finest beach in St. Thomas, Morningstar Buoy Haus Beach Resort stands as the epitome of an island escape. This idyllic retreat beckons travelers with its vibrant mix of bars and restaurants, luxurious amenities, and exclusive-use offerings, creating an unparalleled tropical haven for honeymooners.

Seaside Dining Extravaganza:

Morningstar Buoy Haus captivates guests with its diverse culinary offerings. Indulge in the fresh and creative seafood at Isla Blue, savor oceanfront handcrafted cocktails at Sandbar, or experience the genuine seaside ambiance at Salt Shack. Each venue boasts a unique flavor, inviting guests to embark on a culinary journey amid the tropical breeze.

Exclusive Luxuries:

The resort elevates the concept of luxury with its exclusive-use Tide Pool, Cabanas & Bar, providing an intimate and secluded setting for guests to unwind. Whether lounging by the tranquil pool or indulging in a refreshing beverage at the bar, Morningstar Buoy Haus offers an atmosphere of refined relaxation.

Fitness and Fun:

For those seeking to maintain their fitness routine, the Buoy Haus gym provides a well-equipped space overlooking the beauty of St. Thomas. After an invigorating workout, guests can bask in the sun, enjoy the breathtaking views, and experience the island’s vibrant energy.

Frenchman’s Reef Amenities:

Morningstar Buoy Haus guests enjoy the added privilege of accessing various amenities at Frenchman’s Reef. Delight in the offerings of five additional bars and restaurants, pamper yourself at the ultra-luxe Heavenly Spa, take a dip in the large infinity-edge cliffside pool, or set sail on the Flying Frenchman luxury catamaran. These treasures of tranquility seamlessly complement the resort’s commitment to providing a comprehensive island experience.

Life on the Sand:

Morningstar Buoy Haus Beach Resort, with its meticulously curated amenities and exclusive luxuries, epitomizes the essence of island living. Whether immersing yourself in the beauty of the beach, savoring delectable cuisine, or enjoying the private cabanas, Morningstar Buoy Haus ensures that every moment is like nothing else—creating an unforgettable honeymoon experience in St. Thomas.

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Travelers adored their stays at various resorts, praising the beautiful locations and stunning ocean views. Many highlighted the exceptional customer service, particularly from staff members Wendy and Shany, who provided attentive and personalized care at the pool and restaurants respectively. The food was described as excellent across multiple eateries, with special mentions of fresh fruit punch, donut holes with ice cream, and the diverse options available. Several reviews noted the comfort and luxury of the accommodations, including rooms with balconies overlooking the water and the relaxing sound of waves. The resorts were also commended for their well-maintained grounds and the intimate, relaxing atmosphere they provided.


Reviews of Morningstar Buoy Haus Beach Resort At Frenchman’s Reef

Beautiful relaxing vacation!

We had the best time at this Beautiful resort! Wendy at the pool was the absolute best!!! All the staff here have been so wonderful. Highly recommend! The food at both restaurants is also top notch. Hospitality at its best! Weather can’t be beat either.


Wonderful experience!

Had a wonderful day at the pool at buoy Haus! The view was amazing and Wendy, pool supervisor took great care of us! Highly recommend spending a chill day with this awesome group! Food and drinks were great too! 🏝️The poolside chairs saved us on a super hot day!


Superior customer service

From the breathtaking views to the attentive staff, we enjoyed our stay immensely would highly recommend this for anyone looking to enjoy the beauty St. Thomas. Wendy, the pool supervisor, made our afternoon at the pool, a memorable one; highly attentive and providing superior customer service, the afternoon was a...

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Shany

Shany’s service in Salt Shack was great. Food was inconsistent— great to so so. But really, the location on the beach, one would be crazy to complain… The villas on the upper floors facing the Caribbean, With their balcony views are simply amazing.


Perfect, relaxing stay on St Thomas

Beautiful luxury hotel. Incredible location right on the water, the sound of the waves right outside the rooms. Manicured grounds, pool, friendly staff, excellent on property food. Rooms all have patios or balconies, inside and outside fans, daily water service.


SALT SHACK REVIEW 03/08/2025 hosted by Shany!

The salt shack was such a warm and inviting paradise away from our super busy weekend. This was our first time there. Shany hosted us and was absolutely amazing. She made me a fresh fruit punch from scratch and that recipe she did for me NEEDS TO BE ON THE...

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Don’t miss this hotel and all the rooms are lovely. You don’t have to get an ocean view to enjoy it. We had great time.

This is our third stay at the Buoy Haus. We really enjoy it here. It’s beautiful hotel, beautiful beach many places to eat and enjoy the surroundings. It certainly the nicest place on St. Thomas now and you can also use the facilities at the other two surrounding Marriott properties.

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Restful and romantic

We had 4 nights to get some rest and early anniversary trip and came across Buoy Haus on the Marriott site and we are glad that we gave it a try. It’s intimate and beautifully designed, we’ve stayed at a lot of nice hotels but never one that has everything...

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10/10 Highly Recommend

Great stay, room are well decorated, Modern and extremely clean. Pillows and mattress extremely comfortable. Amazing hearing the ocean crash at night and waking up right on Beach. Management staff (Cordy) was fantastic reaching out ahead of time coordinating our arrival and late checkout Sunday as we waited to meet...

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Buoy house

Everything is stunning. The beaches, the water, the hotel team, restaurants. Just perfect. The shack restaurant is one of my favorite. Shan’t from the restaurant was very pleasant and helped us with a lot of details to make our stay the best one.


Love the service from Shany at the Salt Shack at Buoy House!

Shany was an absolute delight! From the moment we sat down, she greeted us with a warm smile and a cheerful attitude that made our dining experience even more enjoyable. She was incredibly pleasant, always checking in at just the right moments without being intrusive. Her attentiveness ensured our drinks...

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Exceptional Service at the Salt Shack – Thanks, Shany!

After a long day of travel, we were looking for a relaxing spot to unwind, and the Salt Shack was the perfect choice. From the moment we sat down for our late lunch, our waitress, Shany, made us feel completely at ease with her warm and attentive service. She went...

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Very relaxing week on a beautiful property

The resort itself was beautiful and special. Our ocean front king was fantastic. Landscaping and beach were immaculately cared for. Had an exclusive feel and never felt crowded. Food was very good but menus a bit limited. Service at the Sugar Shack was uneven, slow and haphazard most times we...

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Beautiful resort!

The staff here are the absolute best. Shaheem and Belto at the pool were fantastic! The restraint t staff including Belinda, Mai and Shayne were super attentive. And, Jamal Pickering who helped us to our room was almost like family! Highly recommend!


First time visiting St Thomas & Buoy Haus

Currently savoring the last day of our 4 day stay. The staff is lovely and helpful. The property is gorgeous and connected to the Westin hotel which isn’t a far walk on the beach. Access to their restaurant and shops. Shoutout to Shany at the Salt Shack and Wendy, Pool...

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The best

Wendy, the pool supervisor was amazing! He was very personable, always checked in on us, and made sure our day was perfect! I would go back in a second and go to the pool! Additionally, the hotel manager Maria was amazing as well! She made sure our day was perfect


Trip report

What a wonderful vacation! Weather was perfect and the staff at the Buoyhaus were super especially Shany, Reynita, Lala, and Nathaly at the Salt Shack. At the pool we are most appreciative of Wendy, Junior, Anais, and Keylan. Aquan found us chairs in the shade when there were none to...

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A school break getaway!

The hotel is nicely situated on the beach, just a stone’s throw from Charlotte Amalie. The facilities are kept clean and are nicely appointed. The staff, particularly AQuane (in the pool area) are pleasant and attentive. I am definitely returning.


Delicious breakfast with a beach view

Delicious breakfast with a beach view - can’t beat it…at Buoy Haus…Siobhan took amazing care of us…fantastic first class service with a smile. You’ll be lucky to have her help you out…thanks Siobhan 😉🏖️ the entire Buoy Haus location is amazing - a fantastic place to enjoy and unwind

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Cordy is awesome!

We stayed at the buoy house for 10 days. We travel often and are always looking for something to stand out. The property is very nice and the staff friendly. We had a few issues upon arrival but Cordy was fast and efficient to smooth everything out. He had our...

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Not up to standards

While the property is beautiful the customer service and overall upkeep is lacking. We were in 5124 - faucet in bathroom not working other faucet dripping. No dryer in room, took an hour to have it brought to room. Had white wine delivered to room, they were out of ice...

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A little slice of heaven - we will visit again

Loved our 7 nights stay at the Bouy Haus in St Thomas. Our room was an Ocean View (not Ocean Front) and we could hear the waves even with our doors closed. That is such a lovely sound. All we need for a perfect vacation is on property - between...

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Incredible Views, Amenities and Customer Service at the Buoy Haus

My wife and I spent a week at the Buoy Haus Beach Resort St. Thomas, in April 2025. Our ocean front room was beautiful and so close to the ocean we could hear the waves breaking each night. The ocean views at the infinity Tide Pool were amazing along with...

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SandShack at the Westin

An absolutely amazing experience at the Salt Shack! The staff is superb Shany made us feel right at home from beginning to end ! Shany is a phenomenal associate ! We met Tyrelle, Enide, April, Bylande simply wonderful team ! We will be back! Our very few hours have been nothing short superb


Shanny is the best!

I had a great experience with Shany! She was very pleasant and has an amazing personality. She connects with people in such a natural and genuine way—it’s easy to feel comfortable around her. Her positive energy is contagious. Highly recommend!


Great stay

We loved staying at the Buoy hous! The setting is beautiful, and between both properties there are plenty of things to do and dining options. The staff was also super friendly and made the experience great. Cordy was a wonderful concierge, he helped make our stay stress free. Ianner was...

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Wendy is what elevates Buoy House over others.

Terrific property made even better by its personnel. Wendy especially, the manager at the pool area, goes out of his way to ensure we had everything we needed to make our vacation stand out. From ensuring our cabana was set up and maintained to offering up local restaurant recommendations. He...

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Just what we hoped for

Great room, beautiful pool and lobby and great service at Salt Shack. Enjoyed a free breakfast every morning on the water. Our server Shandy was very welcoming. Isla Blue restaurant on site was one of the better restaurants we went to on the island.


Bouy Haus in February

My wife and I spent two weeks at Bouy Haus in February and it was one of the most pleasant, relaxing vacations we have ever taken. The property is beautiful and the staff is exceedingly professional and friendly. We enjoyed it so much we intend to return next February For...

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Excellent Experience

Wow....what a most Excellent stay! Celebrated my wife's birthday for a week and we absolutely loved it. Special Shout Out to Abby C....she made us feel special and valued! From recognition of our Bonvoy status to every team member engaging from bell service to FB team, Pool staff and Housekeeping....

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Attention to Details!

The Buoy Haus has exceeded all of our expectations! They pay attention to details and check that you’re happy. In particular I want to acknowledge Wendy for his leadership with the tidal pool staff and guests. He checked on us several times and ensured we had everything we needed. Always...

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Amazing experience and a fabulous staff

Incredible property with stunning views of the water. It’s way smaller (less rooms) than the larger Westin next door and feels a much more secluded stay. Loved it! Belto was so helpful at the pool and I really appreciate his recommendations. He made our stay. The food and bars were...

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Buoy Haus

Shany was amazing. Gave great recommendations and made our experience at the buoy haus enjoyable . Jerk chicken sandwich was very good and they had tons of vegan for my fiance. I would definitely come back here the next time I visit St. Thomas. Thank you Shany!