On behalf of the Staff and Management of Bunker Hill Hotel, we would like to welcome you and to sincerely thank you for choosing us to serve your lodging needs. We value your patronage and it is very important to us that your stay will be a comfortable and enjoyable one. We take great pride in providing our guests with the utmost in professional and personalized service.
This directory is provided to familiarize you with the many services we offer as well as acquaint you with the downtown area.
If there is anything we can do to make your visit with us more enjoyable, please feel free to ask our staff members.
We hope you have a great stay and we look forward to your next visit.
Sincerely,
The Staff and Management
GENERAL INFORMATION
Check-Out/Check-In
Check-out Time is: 11:00 a.m. Check-in Time is: 3:00 p.m.
Late Check-Out - Unless previously arranged with the front desk agent, guests checking out later than 11:00 a.m. are subject to be charged the equivalent of one night’s room rate.
Early Check-Out - If you will be checking out during the time that the office is closed; you may either leave the key in your room or put it in the gray drop box near the front gate.
If you need a taxi early in the morning, please try to arrange that with the front desk attendant the night before.
Keys - Unreturned keys are subject to a $25 lock change fee.
Breakfast
Every morning we offer a complimentary, made to order, breakfast from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Served in the upper pool deck area.
Dining
Our award-winning, on-site, Caribbean-American restaurant, Sugarcane Grille, is open Monday through Friday for lunch (11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.) and Monday through Saturday for dinner (5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.). It is located directly across from the lower pool deck. Phone # 340-776-8056.
Lobby Hours
Lobby hours are 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. daily. Although the lobby is closed overnight, contact numbers are posted on lobby doors for our on-site staff.
In case of emergencies, please call “340-998-8867”, “340-642-5252” or “340 513-7993”.
Vanity Items
Items such as irons, coffee makers, hair dryers, extra towels, pool towels, shampoo, are available from the Lobby upon request.
GUEST SERVICES
Credit Card Information
We accept American Express, Visa, Discover and MasterCard.
Although the lobby is closed overnight, contact numbers are posted on lobby doors for our on-site staff. In case of emergencies, please call “340-998-8867”, “340-642-5252” or “340 513-7993”. Our executive staff is readily available to answer your questions or offer assistance.
Ice and Vending Machines
Ice and vending machines are on pool deck level
Mail and Messages
Mail and messages received at the hotel may be collected at the Front Desk by either calling or stopping by.
Parking
Complimentary parking is available for all registered hotel guests. The hotel cannot be responsible for items left in the vehicles.
Pet Policy
Pets are not permitted. Service dogs are permitted with papers.
Swimming Pool
Our swimming pool hours are from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., an adult must accompany children. No glass permitted in the pool area. Swim at your own risk, as there is no lifeguard on duty.
GUEST SERVICES
Complementary WIFI is available throughout the property. Please check with front desk for current passcode.
SAFETY AND SECURITY PROCEDURES
Your safety and the security of your personal property are of the utmost concern to those of us who welcome you as our guest. We urge you to take advantage of the following suggestions.
Admittance
Do not admit persons to your room without first making identification. A peephole is provided in your door for your convenience. If there is any doubt about the person’s true identity, please contact the Front Desk.
Double Locks and Chains
For additional security, utilize the deadbolt lock provided on your door upon entering. This will prevent the door from being opened by a regular room key. As an additional precaution, please secure the safety chain lock.
Keys
Do safeguard your key. Be sure to leave it with the Front Desk upon departure. Do not leave it in the room or in the door. Do not give your key to others.
FIRE SAFETY PROCEDURES
Fire
Please familiarize yourself with the location of the nearest fire exit stairway. In the unlikely event of a fire, please move quickly but calmly to the stairs. Report fire or smoke to the Hotel Operator. We hope these procedures will help to contribute to your comfort and well being during your stay at our Hotel.
Fire Safety Procedures
Like all buildings, hotels can have fires. Plan what to do when you check in. You won’t have time to plan during a fire.
• First, find two exits nearest your room. Be sure they are unlocked and unblocked.
• Then, count doors between your room and exits, so you’ll have a reference point if it is smoky.
• When you hear an alarm, act, don’t investigate.
• If the fire is in your room, get out and close the door. Once out report the fire.
• If the fire is not in your room, leave if you can. First, feel your door. If it is cool, open it slowly and go to the nearest exit. Crawl in smoke. Fresh air will be at the floor. Take your key so you can get back in if you can’t use the exits.
• If your door is hot, don’t open it. Your room may be the safest place to be. Seal all cracks with wet towels. Shut off fans and air conditioners. Signal at your window. Call the Fire Department and wait to be rescued.
BRIEF HISTORY OF THE U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS
Many know the U.S. Virgin Islands as “America’s Paradise”. Many are not aware that this small group of Caribbean islands has been a territory of the United States since its purchase in 1917 for just $25 million from the Danish government. Famous for world-class scuba diving, the best marlin fishing in the world, beautiful beaches and island-style hospitality, the U.S. Virgin Islands have a rich history beginning with Columbus’ discovery of the New World in 1492.
The U.S. Virgin Islands are comprised of four unique islands, each distinctly different from the other three. St. Croix, the largest of the four islands, was once home to sugar cane plantations. Today it is known for its well-preserved historical landmarks. St. John, the smallest commercial island, is devoted largely to National Park, a generous gift covering 2/3 of the island donated by Laurance Rockefeller to the U.S. government in 1956. This is a favorite retreat for hikers and other ecotourists. St. Thomas is the most cosmopolitan of the four islands. Its historic port of Charlotte Amalie, once teeming with four-masted trading ships, now plays host to visiting cruise ships and a fleet of sail and power yachts. Water Island, recently named the fourth Virgin Island, has no gas stations or garbage trucks!
During our history, the islands have been home to many European nations, including Spain, France, England, The Netherlands, Denmark, the Order of the Knights of Malta, and finally the United States of America. The melting pot of nationalities in the Caribbean has created a rich and varied culinary tradition. One would have great difficulty pointing to a dish or an ingredient that is solely Caribbean – our ingredients and dishes have been appropriated and recreated from cuisines from all over the world.
Fungi
Rice and Peas
Traditional Island Cuisine
A cornmeal porridge flavored with okra and thyme – like Caribbean polenta.
A pilaf prepared with aromatic vegetables and pigeon peas.
Johnny Cakes Made for the journey, this fried bread dough was made by locals to take them on their travels.
Paté
Johnny Cake dough filled with spiced beef, saltfish, chicken, conch or vegetables.
Stew Chicken, All dishes braised with vegetables and served with rice and or local Stew Mutton sweet potatoes. and Oxtail
Conch in Stewed conch with onions and peppers in a buttery veloute sauce
Butter Sauce flavored with thyme.
Kallaloo Local soup prepared traditionally with dasheen leaves, coconut milk, okra and seafood.
Saltfish Used widely on all islands, a salt preserved cod fried or soaked and marinated for salads.
Roti From the island of Trinidad, this dish consists of an Indian chicken curry served wrapped in a traditional chick pea flatbread.
AREA ATTRACTIONS
Get Wet
St. Thomas boasts over forty beaches featuring sparkling blue water and swaying palm trees. Aside from sunbathing and solitude, the beaches and coves offer water-sports including snorkeling, scuba, kayaking, and sport fishing. Rent sports equipment, or book a water adventure through the local businesses along the water’s edge.
Tours and Eco-Attractions
The many Eco-Attractions on St. Thomas allow you to explore Caribbean marine life, bird watch, or observe the best examples of the Caribbean’s native flora. Your vacation wouldn’t be complete without booking a day cruise or water tour to get you and your family out on the water for a trip around the island. Cruise the Caribbean waters off the coast of St. Thomas and discover the colorful reefs and sea life that lie beneath.
Taste St. Thomas
The collection of restaurants on St. Thomas are in a category all by themselves. Venture outside the bounds of your hotel, guest house or villa to experience the wide variety of cuisines.
Red Hook on the East End of St. Thomas has at least 8 restaurants with cuisines to tantalize your tastebuds. Reserve a table in the historic Frenchtown, and explore the menus of the downtown Charlotte Amalie eating establishments. There is no excuse for eating poorly while on your vacation in St. Thomas.
Charlotte Amalie – History and Culture
Charlotte Amalie, the capital city of St. Thomas is within minutes of Bluebeard’s Castle. Stroll through the streets and enjoy some duty-free shopping. Experience the history and culture of the island through walking tours, museums, historic buildings and local events. Charlotte Amalie is also home to attractions such as the 99 Steps, Blackbeard’s Castle, Emancipation Park and more.
99 Steps
These stairs lead from Kongens Gade up into a canopy of trees at Blackbeard’s Castle’s foot. The steps were constructed using ship-ballast brick in the mid-18th century. The view at the top impresses. Explore in the cool of the morning, before the cruise-ship crowds arrive.
Emancipation Gardens
The park was built to commemorate the freeing of the slaves which took place July 3, 1848. A commemorative plaque, a bronze bust of a freed slave blowing a conch shell and a replica of the Liberty Bell are featured. The park was also ringed with a fence of old ships’ anchor chain and cannons recovered from the harbor. Carnival celebrations and concerts take place here, but mostly folks kick back under trees with a fruit smoothie from the Vendors’ Plaza next door.
Drake’s Seat
Drake’s Seat is a historic location on St. Thomas. Legend says that it is the location where 16th-century explorer Sir Francis Drake kept watch for enemy ships of the Spanish fleet. This lookout includes a panoramic view of where the Caribbean Sea joins the Atlantic Ocean.
