Beach-Hopping in St. Kitts: From Hilltop Views to Hidden Bays
Spent the day cruising around St. Kitts and hitting up a bunch of beaches—and honestly, the island totally delivered. Every spot had its own vibe, from calm and cozy to remote and rugged. Here's how it all went down:
We started the morning by picking up a rental car from Avis on Bay Street, which was super easy. It’s right near the cruise port, so we were in and out and on the road in no time. If you're coming in by ship, this is a solid option for doing your own thing on the island.
Frigate Bay Beach
Such a chill way to start the day. The water was insanely clear and super calm—perfect for just floating and zoning out. I ended up doing a little impromptu shelling too, and there were actually some good finds. I probably could’ve stayed there forever just being a beach goblin.
Timothy Hill
After that, we headed up to Timothy Hill, and the views there are no joke. You can see both the Atlantic and Caribbean sides of the island at once, which is wild. It's definitely one of those “yep, we need a photo here” kind of stops, and it’s quick and easy to pull over for a few minutes to take it all in.
South Friars Bay
This one had a super laid-back vibe. Not too many people, lots of space, and a couple of beach bars nearby if you're in the mood for snacks or something cold to sip on. Great spot to just hang out and watch the day roll by.
White House Bay
Then came the off-road adventure. Heads up: don’t even try this one in a regular car. You’ll need a truck or a Jeep because the road down is rough. Bring water shoes too—seriously. It’s rocky as heck. But once you get down there? Totally worth it. It’s quiet, a little wild, and feels like one of those “am I in a movie right now?” kind of places.
Majors Bay
After that, we hit Majors Bay, and it was a totally different scene. The wind was going off—like, hold-onto-your-hat level—but we met a local who said it’s usually super calm, especially later in the afternoon. Even with the gusts, the place was gorgeous. We were literally the only ones there except for two locals, which made it feel like we stumbled on a hidden beach no one knows about.
The water was crystal clear, and there’s this old broken-down dock just chilling out in the ocean. It’s kind of eerie-cool and has fish swimming around it if you look closely. Felt like one of those secret places you accidentally find and immediately want to keep to yourself.
Cockleshell Bay
We wrapped things up at Cockleshell Bay, which had a little more going on—some beach bars, food spots, that kind of thing—but it still felt relaxed. We grabbed lunch at Spice Mill, and wow, it was so good. The restaurant has this breezy, open-air setup with views right out to the water and Nevis in the distance. Super chill vibe, but the food was next level—fresh, flavorful, and just what we needed after bouncing around all day. I had the jerk chicken (spicy, juicy, perfect), and the grilled mahi mahi with lemon butter sauce was unreal. Like, actual dream meal status.
After we ate, we ended the day with a beach massage right there on the sand. Not gonna lie—it felt a little sketchy at first (like, are we about to get scammed or get the best massage of our lives?). But honestly? It was amazing. The woman used aloe straight from a local plant, and it felt super refreshing after a long day in the sun. Ghetto fabulous, 10/10, would do again.
Pro Tip
In St. Kitts, you drive on the left side of the road. It’s weird at first, but you get used to it pretty quick. Just watch those turns and roundabouts.
