Royal Marriott Resort

Located in the heart of the Islands, off of Frigate Bay, the Saint Kitts Marriott Royal Beach Resort is the island’s premier resort destination. Complete with its own private beach front, the resort has several exclusive restaurants and a complete up-scale casino for your enjoyment.

Known for the Royal Beach Casino, the complete entertainment facility is ranked as one of the top casinos in the region. Guests can also enjoy complete services at the Emerald Mist Spa or play a round of golf at the Royal Golf Club, which has hosted a number of professional events. With a triple-A rating, guests enjoy impeccable service year round and can experience the complete Island from the ideal location.

Business travelers will have complete Internet and business office access, along with travel amenities such as dry cleaning, in-room technology and room suites that make the resort ideal for leisure or work travel.

Weather in Saint Kitts

The tropical climate provides good travel weather round-round, with temperatures generally in the 80s, ranging into the high 90s during the summer. During vacation season, from late Winter to early Spring, temperatures tend to fall within the high 70s to low 90s, and cotton clothing with light jackets for the evening are recommended.

During the late summer, the climate becomes more volatile, as the Caribbean experiences greater winds and precipitation as a result of the Hurricane season; during the rest of the year, rainfall is much more limited. Humidity is relatively low, generally around 70% with a light, cool breeze running during most of the year. Days are generally sunny, making for enjoyable visits to the Island’s many beaches.

Saint Kitts Holiday Celebrations

With a combination of British and local Caribbean traditions, St. Kitts and Nevis has a diverse holiday calendar that reflects the unique culture of the Islands. Both global and local holidays feature a variety of celebrations, events and unique festivals which are enjoyed by travelers and locals alike.

Toward the beginning of the year, the Islands celebrate Alexander Hamilton’s birthday with a tea party hosted by the local Historical Society. Hamilton, who was born on Nevis in 1755 went on to become one of America’s most celebrated Presidents and diplomats. The month concludes with Tourism week, which features a variety of cultural celebrations.

In March, the Islands host a Garden Tour which provides an open house event for the local villas to the public, along with an Agricultural Day where visitors can learn about the Island’s rich farm life first-hand by sampling local produce and meeting with farmers. In July, the Islands hold a Fruit Festival, where you can enjoy the summer fruit harvest, including a variety of tropical fruit.

The largest annual festival is held at the end of July: Culturama celebrates Emancipation with a variety of cultural activities include a Parade, Live Music and Pageants over a two week period. After the Festival, the Islands hold an International Food Fair at St. George’s which celebrates the Caribbean culinary tradition. On September 16, the Islands celebrate their 1983 Independence and further celebrate Nevis Heritage with a Culinary Expo at the end of October. Year end holidays, including Christmas, Boxing Day and New Years round out a complete holiday cycle.