Was anchored and snorkeled in caneel bay a couple weeks ago. Had a security guy sitting on a four wheel thng watching us the whole time. I guarantee you that they will not let you on the dock or a taxi into the resort while they are closed. Without someone staying there or dinner reservations, I would not take a chance on that as a meeting place.

Again unless St John is a planned destination, it is easiest for all to simply ferry to and from west end. Dock at Fish n Lime is great spot to get crew and send crew..can see the ferry coming with a nice beverage..only people going and coming need go thru customs.
If plans are to spend time on st joHn ..it's probably easiest to meet them there rather than STT.