We had a great stay at Elysian Beach Resort. We visited both restaurants and enjoyed the food and…read moredrinks at both places. The front desk was helpful and accommodating when we had issues. The rooms were clean and AC worked great. There is a laundry room available to use as well as a pool & hot tub for guests. It has its own beach front access & lounge chairs available to use free. Our favorite place was Rico's bar located next to the pool. He gave us the best recommendations and we had such a great time hanging at the bar with him. Definitely stop by for a drink at Rico's bar! Personally I wish it was located closer to the main road but we had a rental car so it wasn't a big deal. We stayed on the 3rd floor bldg Y. Our room had a fridge.

Booked through AirB&B so this experience might not be the same for members. We got to the resort…read moreeasily from the airport via taxi. We were allowed to check in 2 hours early, so that was a plus. The lobby is small but has cold water, a small lounge, a bathroom and an ATM. But no concierge (front desk person: "I don't know where she is--I haven't seen her in a long time.")--so had to figure out everything ourselves. They had a concierge contact us from one of their sister properties but she never texted back when I asked about a time to connect. Only one restaurant was open on Sunday when we arrived so we were barely in time to order before they closed. The dive shop was supposed to be open but was not. Even though we were advertised a late check-out, we only got 30 more minutes so stored our bags and went into town as they did not have guest showers on property to be able to enjoy the beach after we checked out. The room was nice, clean, and spacious for a studio king. The kitchenette had a blender, toaster, coffeemaker, small fridge, and cups/plates/silverware etc. Bathroom had towels, shampoo, conditioner, bar soap, and lotion. Room had a safe. There was a dresser and end tables and a small table and chairs inside. On the balcony, there was a table and chairs and one chaise lounge chair. Each room has its own air conditioner. The property is built into a hill but relatively easily accessible (not ADA accessible but not crazy) despite the stairs. The grounds were well-maintained and the pool was a decent size and clean. At first I was not impressed with the beach because it was a bit rocky especially on one side and had lots of boats on the bay, but after touring four other properties on the island, I realized ours was the best we had seen. The lounge chairs are adequate and towels are provided both in your room and at the front desk. The shore is dotted with trees for natural shade if you want it. The water is clear but a bit rocky. The dive shop offers snorkels, boat rentals (kayaks, SUPs, and paddle boats), sand toys, sundries like sunscreen and tampons, and gear like hats and shirts and waterproof bags. They also offer snorkeling excursions departing from other nearby properties. Shout out to the attendant working the shop this week--he gave us great recommendations. No market or store on property--go into Red Hook (small nearby town) to the shops. Also, warning, you can't go to the glamorous property next door even to have lunch as they do not allow visitors on property. The two restaurants onsite were fine for our needs. One is pizza and sandwiches (Sangria's) and the other is more upscale (Caribbean Fish Market). But definitely recommend going into Red Hook to enjoy the local cuisine! I would recommend this hotel for a less expensive option than many competitors, especially if your party wants to go out and explore and do activities. The beach was the best we saw on the East End, and being close to Red Hook was a real plus. There are lots of options to take a boat road or the ferry to St. John and it's a pretty quick ride. If you want an immersive, pampered experience, this place isn't likely for you. But this is a good home base to enjoy all that USVI has to offer.

We had an amazing time and I can't recommend it enough.  "Blue Bitch" is perfect for anyone looking…read morefor a wonderful relaxing, beautiful, and comfortable location to visit while on St. John. Our own private lomo (included in the rate) met us at St Thomas airport and took us to Red Hook where we took the ferry to St John. There Albion met us, took us on a quick tour of the island, stopped at Starfish Market to pick up staples, and then on to Bluebitch Villa. "Bluebitch" is impeccably clean, spacious and has everything you'll need for a relaxing and enjoyable vacation.  A fully equipped kitchen (even a bbq), wonderful views, and a private beach that became our go-to place for a morning cup of coffee, afternoon swim or great place to read a book and watch the sun set.  We wanted to experience the culture and special spots of St. John and the information and suggestions provided were very helpful and gave us lots of ideas for our adventures around the island.   Thank you for helping create some amazing memories and a refreshing week in St. John Albion and Ann were gracious and welcoming and they made us feel like family. We'll definitely be making this our yearly vacation spot.

From the owner: An all inclusive Vacation Rental on the island of St. John, US Virgin Islands, includes luxury…read moreaccommodations for 2 on a private estate, an SUV, airport limo service, secluded beach, dining & excursion discounts and much more.

I stayed there for a few days last year and am on my way back in a few weeks. Don was so incredibly…read morenice to me and his place is just a few minutes from the ferry. His rentals are immaculately kept and cozy. They are also affordable and he has Jeep rentals on site. I can't wait to go back!

My husband and I stay in the Amore Loft when we visit the island. It is fabulous and Donald is a…read moregenius. you could not ask for a more gracious host or a more generous and genuine soul. If you are looking to check your email and phone and work all day...DO NOT COME TO THIS ISLAND. If you are looking to relax and visit the most beautiful beaches in the world and walk with wildlife on abandoned trails and snorkel and boat around a peaceful enchanted island...then this place is for you,and do it via Donald Schnell. When you go home, you will know that you are doing life so wrong. You will know that you need to do your best to get back to Saint John and you will know it because the genius of Donald Schnell and his artistic touches, you will notice all over the island.

About a year ago we had the amazing pleasure of staying at the Blue Turtle Beach House for a week…read more We couldn't have chosen a better place to stay. By the end of summer Hurricane Maria had hammered the island and the ocean had a new home in the Blue Turtle pool. Thankfully this April the beautiful beachfront property (and the pool) were back looking beautiful! If you're heading to St. Croix I totally recommend this place (just not the same time as me, ). I seriously cannot wait for the opportunity to come back to Blue Turtle-fully furnished and all the gear a family needs to have a great time in the ocean. It really was a relaxing week...this place is Heaven. https://www.facebook.com/BlueTurtleBeachHouseSTX/

This is the BEST holiday vacation ever!!! Perfect beach location, private beach alcove, beautiful…read morehome with all of the amenities you can imagine! Awesome snorkeling, great restaurants and shopping close by. And if you prefer hiking then it's right up the road in the rain forest! Best value, best location, BEST EVER!!! We have chosen to make this our annual holiday destination!!!!

I booked a villa for a destination wedding on St John. It was a first class experience from the…read moremoment we landed in St John. We were greeted with a taxi, who whisked us to Red Hook to catch the boat to St John. We were met on St John by a lovely greeter, Denise who gave us keys to a Jeep we reserved. We followed her to Hawksbill villa, a couple of miles from town. Denise explained all features of the magnificent hilltop villa, gave us tourist information, showed us highlights on a map, and made us feel welcome. The return trip was equally expertly arranged. Caribbean Villas is a top notch villa operator and I would not hesitate to book with them on St John again.

I wanted to rent a house on St. John USVI, for my family of eleven and the ladies at Caribbean…read moreVillas where great in helping me find the perfect house to meet our needs. Not only did they direct me to the right property but our reservation was the beginning of the Chinese Virus shut down for the Islands. No worries though, everyone at Caribbean Villas couldn't have been more accomodating to work with me rearranging our schedule around this crazy epidemic. We finally made our trip the first week of the opening of the USVI in September. The Property, Cinnamon was better than presented on their site. We had a couple of minor issues during the week and the local representatives where more than responsive in addressing our issues. I can't say enough good things about these folks at Caribbean Villas except we will be back! Thanks for a great job done and helping my family have a gathering of a life time.

Everything about this villa is great, especially for families. The view is elite, top 5 out of all…read morethe STJ homes I've rented throughout the years. The pool is great. Perfect size and depth for families. The villa itself was recently updated so everything is new. The fitness room is a huge bonus. I was able to workout without driving to St John Fitness...saving time and money. Central AC through which helps on the hot days. Outside grilling and lounging areas were great. We were a family of four but there is a 3rd downstairs bedroom for grandparents or a teenager who wants some privacy. We will definitely consider this home again and I highly recommend for families with children.

This review is just for the pool/beach area. We didn't stay at the hotel; however, we bought and…read moreused a "daycation" pass through ResortPass. The beach and pool are both beautiful. Attendants are very helpful too. Loved the included amenities and accommodations. Options to snorkel, go out on personal sailboats, and other stuff too. We'll definitely come back here again the next time we're in St. Thomas. It's a fantastic alternative to regular cruise excursions.

An absolutely amazing and unforgettable luxury vacation in St. Thomas! My husband and I have stayed…read moreat the Ritz-Carlton three times now, and our most recent visit was for a family vacation and it was hands-down amazing! The views are simply breathtaking, and the property is immaculate and beautifully maintained. We enjoyed walking through the gardens and landscaping, and the pools are pristine. I especially appreciated the dedicated children's pool, which is perfect for families. The on-site restaurants offer great dining options, and the location is just a short ride into town, making it easy to explore. One of the highlights of our trip was taking excursions on the stunning Lady Lynsey catamaran. I've done both the Maho Bay Snorkel and the Sunset Dinner Sail to St. John--both experiences were incredible and I highly recommend them! The staff is warm, attentive, and truly elevate the experience. We can't wait to return!

Catch n Keep is not actually in CRUZ Bay as the address avows - it is in Coral Bay, just as the map…read moreshows. WHAT A TREAT!!! Too many times have we looked for a place to stay on St John on the "less busy" (although none of the island is really "busy") side of the island and thought, "oh myyyy, what if it's in one of those less desirable areas." Well - - think that no more and book this place. We wanted to be on our favorite side of the island and this fit the bill. It is absolutely perfect for two who like a little peace and quite. Yet, it's extremely convenient to all the wonderful things in Coral Bay. Just minutes down the mountain to Love's grocer, a few mins from Salt Pond Bay for the best snorkeling you will find on island, and not far from Calabash either. Catch n Keep is supremely decorated - in fact, we realized how much we have in common with the owner by looking at all the sweet touches on the place. It's very well maintained - in PERFECT condition, and the view is breathtaking. While it's not an ocean view, you feel like you're in a tropical rain forest and that is just fabulous. We enjoyed gorgeous sunsets on the porch with wine and cheese and had early, early morning coffee with the hummingbirds to watch the sun come up out there too. The porch is a treat! Miss Judy keeps it well maintained with comfy furniture and it's super clean --- it felt just like home! And speaking of Miss Judy - She's awesome to deal with. Very responsive (in the middle of the evening when we needed to find our way in the dark, she met us at Love's to direct us to her place!), she is just below you in case you need her, but you would never know she's there. She is also very knowledgeable about the island and has tons of treats in store for you, if it's your first time. We are already planning our next St John trip in April and will stay at Catch n Keep!

Great place. Super simple cottage, very nice, total relaxation time. No AC, but the breezes and…read morefans kept it comfortable during our April stay. This is the less developed side of the island. We enjoyed our stay.

This wasn't our first time renting a villa on St John and we're had mixed experiences with real…read moreestate managers there in the past. We were a little unsure of what to expect when we went through McLaughlin for our villa on this past trip. But now cannot say enough great things about them. Great communication prior to the trip, totally professional, well organized paperwork, polite, everything we wanted in a rental broker. There were some minor problems with the villa when we arrived (the hot tub didn't work) and they told us in advance, apologized, and had someone out to fix it the next day. The last few times we went through another broker (Windspree) and whenever there was an issue with a villa (occasionally more serious like no hot water or broken air conditioning) it was like pulling teeth to get someone on the phone...and then getting something fixed just didn't happen without more than a little aggravation and wasted vacation time. McLaughlin was the complete opposite. We will 100% definitely use them again on our next trip to St John.

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