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Reviews of Villa Marbella Suites

3 out of 5
Villa Marbella Suites
15-24 Frenchmans Bay, St. Thomas, St. Thomas

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 101 reviews" "
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Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 101 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 101 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts were extremely accommodating and very hospitable. It is in a safe place. The view is spectacular. Thereis nothing not to like.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019
Response from Leah on Jun 12, 2019
Thank you so much for the kind words!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great view. If you rent a car from them they will pick you up from the airport and get you back. They have snorkel and beach gear you can borrow. Kinda like staying at a friends house. Don't expect breakfast and housekeeping. Good place to stay if your gonna do day trips to St. Johns or BVI. Keep in mind you have to drive to just about everything
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Response from Leah on Jun 1, 2019
Thank you for staying!

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Wonderful Place to Stay on St. Thomas!
An amazing find. While much of the island is recovering from two devastating hurricanes, this is an oasis of beauty on the island. A wonderful pool and jacuzzi, good sized villas, available car rentals, an honor system fridge (which saves drives to the grocery stores), and not too far from the center of the city, or the airport. Air conditioning works well, and the rooms are clean and have a hot plate, a fridge and freezer, and lots of space, as well as wifi and great views. Wonderful caring proprietors that do what they can to make your visit pleasant and smooth.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Response from Leah on Jun 1, 2019
Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Response from Leah on Apr 3, 2019
Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette, Austin, Texas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the views here! I stayed in the Frenchmen Loft and I loved that it had this great size patio. It was like an extension of our room. The view of the pool and beyond to the ocean was fantastic. There was a 5 to 10 minute hike down to a semi-private stretch of beach that we loved. There were tall rocks near where we put our things that kept sand off and also provided shade. The waves were little and calm. Nice and relaxing spot. You have to hike back up but I thought that was nice too, because it was like a free mini hiking excursion.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019
Response from Leah on Mar 28, 2019
So glad you had a good time! I think just like you about the porch, an extension of the room! Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A unique stay at a unique property, we felt very welcome and enjoyed every bit of it. What an amazing view from the pool area!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019
Response from Leah on Mar 28, 2019
Thanks for staying!

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Response from Leah on Feb 23, 2019
Thank you ! Hope to see you again soon!

4/10 Poor

Jules, Jacksonville, Florida

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They were out drinking and eating when I made the booking and did not have the wits to notice that they had a booking. I flew in from Florida and got there at 8:30pm. They were very rude and told me that they were not aware of the booking and did not care that I had no place to go. They had an empty room but were too busy partying to clean it and told me to leave. This was not even close to a hotel. They told me they are just a family renting out rooms in their home. The road there is terrible and the parking is real bad. It is way out in the middle of nowhere so you are stuck with not much to do unless you rent a car and learn how to drive on the left side of the road. All the roads in the area are terrible and dangerous to drive on. It is a good 30 minutes to the tourest area for food. I would never recommend this place to anyone. They are stuck up uncaring people that own the home. Who refuses you a room on an island like that? I am a 57 year old woman traveling alone?? Who does that?
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Response from owner on Feb 24, 2019
First off let me thank you for the review. Now let me tell the facts. 1. You made the reservation at 7:49pm. Our check in hours are clearly stated 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. 2. You arrived at 8:30 banging on our front door after check in hours demanding a room, with 2 additional people in tow. Which if the room would have been clean, I would have gladly let you stay in. I had guests leave that day and I was working my other job the whole day and was not expecting guests for 3 more days, so it was not clean. 3. When referring to my parting, we were having after dinner drinks and watching TV. Do I know how to party! 4. Yes, we are a family owned business and have been renting out rooms for 10 years with the proper licensing and from all the other reviews are doing fairly well. 5. If you would have read anything on our listing, you would have known that we are in a quiet neighborhood and it also lets you know that you do need a rental car to stay here. We are 5 minutes from the closest restaurant and 10 minutes to 20 restaurants. We are very centrally located on the island. 6. Sorry, I cannot do much about the roads, my paving machine is currently down. 7. Sounds like it was just poor planning Furthermore, I am flabbergasted that you were able to write a review when you did not stay here, and I did not charge you. Something I must take up with Expedia.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful Villa with an Amazing View!
This villa was really a wonderful place to stay. It is peaceful and removed from the busier downtown areas. We had an amazing view from our room! There is also a great pool and beach area. Leah and Gunnar were terrific hosts who went above-and-beyond to accommodate us. Leah emailed a bunch of helpful tips as soon as we made the reservation! We liked the secluded nature of the villa, but one should be prepared to either take cabs or drive a rental to go anywhere. There is no easy/walkable access to restaurants/shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Response from Leah on Feb 12, 2019
Had you had a nice time and you are definitely correct about the cab and rental car! Thank you!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Response from Leah on Apr 3, 2019
Thank you!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Response from Owner on Feb 8, 2019
Thank you for staying with us.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved this place! Totally peaceful, we had our own little private beach that you got to through a short walking trail which was super awesome. Super chill peaceful spot. Would def stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
Response from Leah on Dec 18, 2018
So happy you had a nice time! Hope to see you again soon..

10/10 Excellent

Vector, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic place to stay and the hosts were friendly, helpful, & informative.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
Response from Leah on Sep 18, 2018
Thank you so much, we are so glad yo had a good time!

8/10 Good

Lee, NYC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Leah and her husband were very kind and accommodating during or 6 day stay. The property overlooks the ocean which makes for an amazing/relaxing view. Overall it was a nice experience but there are a few things that would have made it more comfortable. The kitchenette area was really just a corner with a few kitchen items. I had to keep walking to and from the bathroom washing dishes and getting any water for cooking use. It wasn’t the best situation as the space itself is already very small. The coffee creamer expired in 2015 and Two of the light bulbs in the living room area were out. The tv is in an extremely awkward corner in front the spiral staircase which cannot be swiveled. It was very uncomfortable to view the tv. On top of that the tv was veryyy slow and kept loading ever few minutes. So maybe look into upgrading that whole set up. I loved having Lexi and jack around!! however if you’re providing a pool for guests ensure that the dogs doesn’t have free access of the pool as some people aren’t too comfortable with swimming with dogs or in a pool that dogs frequently use. We rented a vehicle from Leah and Gunnar as well and was picked up from The airport and later on was met at the airport to pick up the car before our departure. My husband and I had a great stay at the villa and will be visiting St. Thomas very soon again!!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
Response from Leah on Jul 27, 2018
Thank you for writing the review. Please let me address your concerns. 1. I am so sorry the coffee creamer was not expired that is just a smaller container I use to refill from a bulk container. 2. We know there is no place to wash dishes in that room, there is actually no where to put an additional sink, as you noted on the size of the room. Therefore we service the room each day and do the dishes. I am sorry you did them yourself, but we would have done them, sorry for the inconvenience. 3. We would have gladly replaced the bulbs had we know. Sorry we did not notice them. 4. I am sorry for the inconvenience of the TV. But we just got Direct TV and there might be a learning curve. Remember we just went though 2 cat 5 hurricanes and while we are trying our best, sometimes the technology falls behind. There is actually no where else to put the TV because there is a beautiful view with a sliding glass door that takes up the entire wall. 5. I am sorry I guess no one explained to you that we have a gate on our side of the villa to block off the dogs so they cannot get to the pool area. We leave it open because it is the only way they have to get to the bathroom. We ask all of our guests every day if they need anything and non of these things were brought to our attention we would have addressed them immediately. We are all about the guest having the best experience they can have. But it seems like you had an overall good experience. I hope you have a nice time when you come back to St. Thomas.

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth, Dallas, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Leah and Gunnar are awesome! They are informative, helpful and make sure you have everything you need to make it a great vacation. Staying at Villa Marbella made our trip so convenient and really enhanced our enjoyment of the island. Easy beach access, great pool, beautiful views. Cruzan View room was exactly as pictured and expected. Patio was great for morning coffee and evening drinks. Don’t hesitate to book. We will stay again on our next island visit!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
Response from Leah on Jul 11, 2018
We are so happy you had a nice time! Thank you for the kind words. We hope to see you again soon!

10/10 Excellent

Tanner, Shipshewana, IN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My friend and I really enjoyed our stay here. First of all the views are amazing! The pool area was very nice and clean. Our room was also very nice and clean, and had a lot of nice things included. Leah and Gunnar were also very nice, and willing to help us or answer any questions we had. I would recommend Villa Marbella Suites to anyone looking for a good place to stay on St. Thomas, and I will hopefully be back again sometime in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
Response from Leah on Jun 27, 2018
Hope to see you again! Thank you.

10/10 Excellent

Chris, Tampa, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Quiet Escape
We had a great trip staying with Leah and Gunnar. The view and property are gorgeous and we couldn't ask for much more. The Island is still in rebuilding mode from the Hurricanes but Villa Marbella is in great shape. I recommend renting a car from them because it makes getting around the island much more convenient. Thank you for the great hospitality I will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Response from Leah on May 20, 2018
Thank you and we hope to see you again soon!

10/10 Excellent

Phil & Dianne, Fairborn, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Location & Staff
Villa Marbella is located in the "Up Country" with easy access to Charlotte Amalie and Red Hook (ferry to St. John's). The owner picked us up at the airport, and we were able to rent a Jeep directly from them without having to deal with an airport rental. The entire staff was very friendly and offered tips on restaurants and beaches. They provided snorkeling gear to use, and we had a bottle of rum waiting in our room. We especially enjoyed coming back after our day's adventure and sitting poolside playing with their two dogs: Jack Black & Lexi. Jack Black loved to retrieve tennis balls from the pool!! Looking forward to coming back to visit when we get the chance.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Deborah, Jacksonville, fl.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room with a $20 million view.
When we arrived, we were greeted at the airport by one of the owners. He drove us to the hotel and pointed out different things to so along the way. When we arrived, we were not disappointed in the room, check in, hotel accommodations or the staff, which included 2 extremely friendly dogs. The hotel was easy to find once after the first day. It is secluded, so no worries about random people wandering up to the room. There were mask, snorkels, coolers, fins, sunblock, towels, and chairs to use while we were staying. So, everything you need to go to the beach. There is also an honor fridge for drinks. Definitely will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Gil, Uniontown, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable suite with a great view.
Villa Marbella is located at the end of a quiet street. The view was spectacular. The suite was clean and comfortable. The hosts were friendly and helpful. My wife and I would not hesitate to stay there again.

10/10 Excellent

Sunshine & Jon, Pacific Northwest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Experience
Owners were pleasant to chat with and helpful with our stay. Great on-property pool, and Jack (one of the owner's dogs) was fun to play with. Quiet setting and private with a wonderful view facing south. Short trail down to a local beach. Close enough to town, but far enough to avoid the cruise ship throngs. Would stay there again in a heartbeat.

10/10 Excellent

Steve, Forest City, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Watch out for that view!!!
Great time in a private setting on a hillside looking out over the ocean. Pool deck was perfect.

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely time at Villa Marbella
Very intimate. The perfect setting. The pool and view is amazing. I want to go back! Cool walk to the beach!

10/10 Excellent

Shereen, New York, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazingly wonderful experience
OMG, we loved it here! We had some flight issues, and had to delay and extend our trip and they were so gracious to accommodate us. They even gave us a bottle of rum! We stayed in the duplex room, which was beyond cozy. The view was spectacular. We also loved the privacy the villa provided. And it was a 10 minute drive to the happening parts of town. I highly recommend this place for couples looking for some quiet time together and for the creatives who are looking for some peace. LOVEEEEE!

10/10 Excellent

Brian, Lake Charles LA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay!
Will not stay anywhere else when in usvi! Wonderful people! Breathtaking view!

10/10 Excellent

Emily, Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Set us up to have a wonderful week
My boyfriend and I had a wonderful week at Villa Marbella. Leah and Gunnar are the nicest people and are very accommodating! The Mango Room was perfect for us. We explored the islands every day, and loved coming home to Villa Marbella! The view is breathtaking. Leah and Gunnar's dogs are the sweetest dogs! They love to hang out with people, but only if you want them to! :)
We loved having the puppies around!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Like having my own apartment to come home to
This is a great place to stay! It's a nice, quiet place off the tourist track. The owners are warm, friendly people who make you feel right at home. I stayed in the mango room, which is a cozy little room perfect for coming back to after having been out all day. Quiet, clean, with AC that works, and a little "mini kitchen" which was handy. The pool deck is a great place to relax and watch the sun set, and the honor fridge is a nice touch and so convenient. I would definitely stay here again if I'm ever back in St. Thomas.

10/10 Excellent

Celeste

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous Hosts, Wonderful Stay!
Leah and Gunnar were so friendly and accommodating. Rented the Jeep from them too which was amazing and made the trip so much more enjoyable than it would have been without it. Highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Nena, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome Time in St. Thomas
Awesome stay at Villa Marbella Suites in St. Thomas - it is a quiet, quaint, relaxing place - perfect for some much needed R & R. Close enough to everything to be convenient if you have a car, (we did not walk - no sidewalks). Leah and Gunnar are wonderful hosts and always made sure we had everything we needed for the perfect vacation. The beach is close - a short hike down a hill, and the ABI restaurant there was perfect for a nice afternoon if you don't feel like going to town. It was a PERFECT vacation - we look forward to going back to stay at Villa Marbella ( usually we do not stay in the same place twice).

10/10 Excellent

Ronalee, US

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gunnar & Leah Watson are AWESOME !!
When we arrived at the airport Gunnar & Leah were there to meet us. Our flight was about 45 minutes late but they were with our rental so we could start our vacation. The room was nice and a bottle of rum welcomed us to the island. Everything we needed was there and more. Beach towels, a cooler to use, beach chairs and even a beach bag were waiting to be used. Very personal place to stay. Incredibly helpful and just the nicest people. Just a few minutes drive into town. The view from the room and pool is amazing. We can't wait until our next trip to the island and we will definitely stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Frances, US

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place with spectacular view
Our proprietors were friendly and helpful. They picked us up from the airport, handled our rental car transaction, and gave us plenty of great advice about local amenities and driving. They seemed to think of everything one could want in their room while visiting, and it was either provided in our room or could be obtained from one of the staff at no additional cost. Some examples: beach towels, beach bag, beach chairs, bug spray, snorkeling gear, room safe for valuables, plenty of outlets for electronics chargers, etc. The room was decorated with great attention to detail and we loved the beach and ocean decor. Many, many thoughtful touches. We had free wi-fi, cable television with plenty of channels, and a beautiful outside balcony with table and chairs.
Response from Leah on Nov 30, 2016
Loved having you stay with us and hope to see you again real soon!!!! Thank you for the kind words.

10/10 Excellent

Andy, Pittsburgh, Pa.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful views of the bay and surrounding areas.
We were very happy to be picked up at the airport by Leah the owner. While being transported to the Villa she gave us information about where to go on the island, pointed out some favorite restaurants and was able to answer any questions we had about St. Thomas. Rented a car from Leah and her husband Gunner with the car waiting for us at the Villa. Most beaches and other places we received directions on our phone navigation system (Waze). Driving on the roads were stressful given the 90 degree turns with twists and turns while dodging potholes and major cracks in the road while remembering to drive on the left side of the road. Was manageable as there were not a lot of cars on the road. There was a lot of brochures in the room that detailed places to go and what to do. We were mainly interested in going to the beaches and snorkeling. Each beach seemed more beautiful than the next. Coki beach had a number of staff willing to help you. Especially liked Wanda who was our server during the day. Snorkeling was great in each area. Did see rays and turtles at Magen's bay. Large reef at Sapphire beach.
Response from Leah on Nov 30, 2016
So glad you had a nice snorkeling experience. We are so happy you stayed with us and hope you return soon!

10/10 Excellent

Pip, Weymouth/England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Villa Marbella Suites was home from home.
My wife and I stayed in the Frenchmans Loft suite at Villa Marbella on St. Thomas for 2 weeks.(October23rd - 5th November) The room was well equipped for indoor catering with a fridge, freezer, Microwave and a Hot plate. Outside was a beautiful swimming pool and a terrace with views to the South West so beautiful for sunsets and all round sunshine. There is also a Barbeque for guests to use. A short but steep path leads down to an almost private sandy beach where there is a Taverna offering drinks and food its called ABI. I would suggest hiring a car from Leah or Gunner (owners). Their prices are very good and the cars well maintained. We Hired a Jeep it was new 2016. Roads on St. Thomas are all left hand driving as are the vehicles, the roads are steep and winding so obey the speeds. Leah and Gunner are lovely people and very knowledgeable about the area and also Gunner is a highly qualified skipper with a boat you can ask him to skipper you to the best bays around for swimming or snorkeling. We were collected by Leah from the small airport and she even allowed us to stock up on basic foods before we were driven to the Villa (so kind of her). The bonus for us were their 3 dogs (Jack was my favourite) all of which love to join you for breakfast (we don't feed dogs) they just wanted some more loving from us. The spiral staircase in the suite was steep and quite narrow but presented no problems to us despite being senior citizens and the lounge area offered a beautiful view.
Response from Leah on Nov 30, 2016
So Happy to have you stay with us, I am still drinking your tea by the way :) It is proper tea. Jack misses you and cannot wait for your to return.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great cozy place to vacation in St.Thomas.
We spent 7 days in the Cruzan View suite. It was very nice and private. Nice little kitchenette where we made breakfast everyday and enjoyed the Kerug coffee provided. Another surprise was the bottle of Cruzan Rum as a gift from Leah and Gunnar which was a nice touch. We rented a car from them also and found it to be a nice late model Toyota. My wife and I made use of the Salt water pool which was perfect. We even cooked steaks on the gas grille one night. If you want a place for the perfect Island vacation I highly recomend Villa Marbella.
Response from Leah on Nov 30, 2016
Since you left we have put a topper on the bed :) Thanks for the suggestion. We are happy you had a nice time and hope you return for another Island get away!

10/10 Excellent

victoria, Maryland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mango room is perfect for two!
We enjoyed our stay very much. I was unsure about the mango room at first. Reviews were a little mixed about if it was cozy enough for two. But I'm glad we chose that room. It was perfect for us. The futon was cozy and the AC worked well. Thank goodness for the little extra things Leah and Gunnar added to the room - such as off spray and Aloe gel, beach towels, etc. they were a great help. We rarely take trips without our furry family member, and the fact that they let us enjoy the company of their dog(s) during swims was a bonus for us. We also really liked the location. It's was never a long trip to get to our planned activities or to see new beaches. My partner's phone stayed well connected to wifi. Mine was on and of both of us use ATT. Overall, fantastic stay. This is a vacation we will surely remember!
Response from Leah on Nov 30, 2016
Thank you so much! We hope you can visit us again soon!

10/10 Excellent

Dave and Becky, Battlefield Missouri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful setting - comfortable and compact room.
We went to St. Thomas with the sole goal of enjoying as many beaches as possible and to snorkel daily. We rented a car and we found driving easy and eventful. We took our Garmin with its updated maps and it got us to 95% of our destinations. The Garmin was indispensable during night driving! I think the taxis are fine, but I would recommend driving. Parking was never a problem and generally we were able to park for free. We took the ferry to St. John and that was well worth the time and small expense. We would like to go and rent something for a month after we retire in a few years.
Beautiful Beaches
Mango - Comfortable Futon!!
Pool Deck - GREAT view
Personal patio - quaint
Response from Leah on Nov 30, 2016
Great idea about the fridge in the closet, I will give that a try. Thanks for adding the photos, that is really a nice touch. And finally thing you for staying with us and we hope you return again soon!

10/10 Excellent

Ernest, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Place to Stay
Very good stay. Comfortable, well kept place. A nice walking trail to beach. Very good level of customer service.
Response from General Manager on Nov 30, 2016
Thank you, we hope you come back soon!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
St. Thomas with a personal touch
We thought this place was perfect, exactly what we were looking for. Leah and Gunnar were fantastic, very welcoming and gracious hosts. The room was small but well-kept and clean. We much preferred this personalized option to staying at a hotel/resort. They had tons of suggestions for what to do on the island.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet peaceful location. Owners very helpful.
Wonderful location for those who enjoy being off the beaten path. Walk to beach is fun...cute little bar at the beach. We enjoyed a local band as well. Gorgeous views.

10/10 Excellent

John, Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice villa close to Charollette.
Very nice place close to town. If you are looking for a clean nice place with a great view this is worth it. Short hike down the hill to Sanctuary Cove on the one side and Bluebeard ' s cove on the other. You do need a car to get around which you can rent through the hotel. Leah and Gunnar are great hosts. Getting picked up/dropped off at the airport with your car waiting for you simplified things...

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Villa Wonderful
This is a wonderful property, great location, great hosts, nice amenities. Will certainly say there again.

10/10 Excellent

Chris, Pickerington, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
" A Piece of Paradise"
From the moment we stepped foot on the property my wife and I were treated like family! It was obvious the owners of this property really do care about the LEVEL OF SERVICE they provide TO YOU and genuinely have deep heartfelt concern for their client's well being. Cable TV, Internet Wi-Fi, "Honor System" fully stocked frig w/ all forms of drinks @ affordable prices, Rental cars that are below mark prices that are waxed and cleaned before you take possession of them just to name some nice touches that await you.Thank You! Thank You! Thank You!
Villa Marbella=Awesomeness!

8/10 Good

Ali, California

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great getaway location, perfect for a short stay
The location and views at this hotel were absolutely amazing. The facilities were well kept, and by far the greatest part of the stay was how accommodating the owners were. It is a bit out of the way, but my husband and I actually enjoyed how secluded it was, and that we had a beach all to ourselves. The only downside was that if we went again we would stay in another room. We were warned about the room being small beforehand, and yes it is very small, but good for the price we paid. It was however a concrete room with no view, smaller than all the others and had no wifi. This was a minor downside as we didn't stay in our room much of the time. I would recommend this hotel to others and stay again, just at any of the other rooms with the hindsight we have now.

10/10 Excellent

Lori, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Precisely as advertised
I scoured the internet and read a ton of reviews before staying at Villa Marbella, so I felt like I knew what I was getting into. I'm happy to report that my high expectations were met. As everybody before me has written, the room (Cruzan, in my case) was clean and comfortable, the owners were friendly and helpful, and the location was beautiful. It overlooks Frenchman's Bay, and the view from our private little front porch was spectacular. We ate breakfast there every morning before heading out, and we ate dinner up by the pool watching the sunset and the departing cruise ships. The beach is a short walk down the hill, and yes there is a walk back up, but I would certainly not call it arduous. There's a lot to look at on the way. And the seclusion of the beach is worth the trek. On our last morning we had it all to ourselves. I will also echo that you need a car, and recommend getting one from Leah. She was waiting for me at the airport full of tips and tricks about getting around on the island (ask her about the app to use for GPS). Having my own vehicle got me to all the different beaches, and got me to Red Hook to take the ferry to St John to explore there as well. I can't really think of anything negative to say. I'm glad I chose this place to stay over a crowded resort.

10/10 Excellent

Glenne, Denver

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Peaceful getaway
My husband and I stayed in the Mango room for 5 nights. Yes it's a small room. But we were out exploring most of the day anyway. It is fully functional and very affordable for on the go people. Futon that pulls out into a full bed, flatscreen tv with cable, a small fridge, coffee maker, a toaster, some dishes and utensils, a closet, and a bathroom with a shower. Also it has AC and free wifi. It is clean, quiet, and updated. They even have the room stocked with beach towels and a cooler to use. They have beach chairs and snorkel gear for guests to use. The pool is just up a flight of stairs. We rented a 2 door Jeep from Leah while here and it was well worth it. The owners are friendly, hospitable and just all around nice people. The villa is tucked in the hillside of a quiet residential area, which gets you away from the bustle of town. Short drive into town when you want to explore. Beautiful views from the pool deck. Would definitely recommend.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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Excellent place to stay!
We rented a vehicle from Leah and stayed in the Cruzan view suite. They greeted us immediately at the airport and took us to the suite while showing us around and telling us about places we may want to go! They helped us on several occasions with directions and suggestions on food! They also had snorkeling equipment we used at coki beach which was excellent, free of charge. They were extremely accommodating! The pool was a good change from the beach on our last day. The views are beautiful! The location was very convient to downtown area and red hook. They also had beach chairs, beach bag and a cooler in our room for us to use which was very helpful! The walk to the beach was a little interesting. It was a very nice beach but a bit of a hike going back to the room! Overall great place to stay and great price as well!

10/10 Excellent

Ann, Minnesota

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Awesome experience!
We had the best service and accomodations at Villa Marbella. They picked us up at the airport and everything was great from the beginning of our wonderful trip to the end. The staff was very polite and courteous-always asking if we needed anything, and if they were going into town, asked if we needed anything to be picked up. The place has a wonderful view, and the place we stayed in had exactly what we needed-a small kitchen area, a loft and lots of sunshine and great weather! What more can you ask for? They were very helpful with local information about places to see, eat, pick up things, etc. Awesome place!!

8/10 Good

Mel, Kansas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
nice place to stay for a few days
the staff are very nice and always helpful, will answer any question or do whatever they can to please you. Location is a bit of a drive to any restaurant and a small hike to a beach, but very nice place to stay. view is very beautiful. parking isn't the best, but not much traffic around there so it works out pretty well anyway.

10/10 Excellent

Jon, E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would never stay anywhere else!
A beautiful view of the water greeted us every morning. The room was clean, inviting, and comfortable. We were located close to Havensight and Coki Bay. Nothing was very far. There was also a beach and bar within walking distance. The staff was wonderful, and very accommodating. They also offer car rentals to make the stat easier.

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great get away
Loved it. Great location. Perfect get away.