Marriott Morning Star Beach Resort vs. Frenchmans Cove

[cal poly dad]

Anyone have an opinion between the two. If given equal costs for two adults/two children 7 and 8 who LOVE the beach to stay at Marriott Morning Star or at the Frenchmans Cove timeshare, which would you pick?

Thanks

 

[bw3]

Morningstar

If your kids love swimming in the ocean, then Morningstar is your place. The Frenchman's cove has a beach but the ocean has too much coral. The Frenchman's Cove has a fabulous pool. I hope that helps.

 

[GrayFal]

When you stay at Frenchmens' Cove, you can use all beaches, pools, amenities of the Marriott Frenchmens' Reef/Morningstar Beach resort plus you have a 2BR 2Bath 1200+ sf condo with a great view. Hotel guest can not use the facilities at FC.

For four people, I would hands down take FC.

 

[chuck1955]

I agree with Grayfal. Not sure it's even a good comparison unless you are staying only for a very short period. If it is the same cost FC should be the obvious choice. Also with FC you have your own kitchen. Eating out all the time in St. T is not cheap....

Regards,

Chuck

 

[m61376]

Besides the cost savings of having a kitchen and, of course, the larger space, especially with kids the added convenience of a kitchen can't be beat. Even if you intend to go out for dinner every night, having a kitchen even for breakfast and snacks can make a huge difference in a vacation; it is so much easier in the mornings especially than having to get up and out right away.

 

[ecm500]

Another plus for Frenchman's Cove:

Your own washer and dryer in your unit. I've been spoiled now forever by that one feature alone.

Ellen

 

[gores95]

Hands down FC over Morningstar. You can rent a car and drive over to their beach or take the free shuttle.

As someone mentioned earlier the pool at FC is very nice with a small water slide.

 

[cal poly dad]

Thanks folks, great info, will check out the Cove. Appreciate your time everyone. I did reserve a car with Budget. We have definitely enjoyed the suites at other Marriott properties.

Thanks again