Title: Papaya Private Pool and Tesla Backup! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=601376&destination=St.+John%2C+U.S.+Virgin+Islands&selected=39931782&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Papaya Private Pool and Tesla Backup! ## Photo gallery for Papaya Private Pool and Tesla Backup! ![TV - Papaya Private Pool and Tesla Backup! (St. John)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39940000/39931800/39931782/89c9112f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Papaya Private Pool and Tesla Backup! (St. John)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39940000/39931800/39931782/d2c51408.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Papaya Private Pool and Tesla Backup! (St. John)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39940000/39931800/39931782/8e0e49e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Papaya Private Pool and Tesla Backup! (St. John)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39940000/39931800/39931782/c58b65c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Papaya Private Pool and Tesla Backup! (St. John)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39940000/39931800/39931782/47a5674a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to Cruz Bay Beach and Honeymoon Beach, Papaya Private Pool and Tesla Backup! provides laundry facilities, a gym and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms4 bathrooms2154 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Papaya Private Pool and Tesla Backup! Papaya is your own tropical oasis, a fun-filled escape perfect for everything from your morning coffee to unforgettable sunset swims. Step onto your spacious patio and emerge yourself in your private pool. The spacious deck with lush landscaping is complete with new Tropitone furniture, featuring three comfortable lounge chairs, a high-top table with four captain’s chairs and a high-end outdoor grill, perfect for both tranquil relaxation and lively entertaining. For al fresco dining, a covered patio offers a dining table with seating for six. Enjoy a drink, snack or meal poolside while admiring the stunning panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea, lush hills and vibrant sunsets. Elegant french doors create a seamless transition from your private pool and patio to a spacious, open-concept living area and gourmet kitchen, where expansive floor-to-ceiling windows blur the line between indoors and out. The gourmet kitchen is thoughtfully appointed with a wine fridge, a Keurig coffee maker for hot or iced coffee, and a traditional drip coffee maker, to suit every preference. The high-end appliances, ample counter space and kitchenware provides everything you need for crafting the perfect meal to savor at sunset, or for preparing a late-night snack to enjoy by the glow of your newly lit pool. The villa’s spacious bedrooms comfortably sleep six guests, with ample room to accommodate additional children or guests. Each bedroom offers an en suite bathroom and individual split air conditioning for personalized comfort. The luxurious primary bedroom features a walk-in closet and relaxing jacuzzi tub. The villa’s contemporary living area features chic furnishings and ample room for your group to enjoy game nights with the provided games or stream a favorite show on the large smart TV. Should the island experience power disruptions your stay will remain uninterrupted thanks to the villa’s four Powerwalls, ensuring continuous comfort and convenience. Stay connected with ultra-fast Starlink internet, perfect for remote work, streaming or sharing your tropical adventures. Papaya is a short ride to Cruz Bay and the Northshore beaches. For those seeking a truly remote beach experience, the owners recommend Salt Pond - an unspoiled stretch of coastline known for its solitude, striking natural beauty, and vibrant marine life. Guest Amenities of The Hills Beach chairs, beach towels, and a cooler provided Clubhouse Bar, open daily from 12:00–6:00 PM — featuring a pool table for relaxed entertainment Enhanced fitness center with an elliptical, exercise bike, rowing machine, treadmill, lockers, and shower Community villa pool overlooking Cruz Bay, offering 180° panoramic views and a shaded cabana Concierge service to assist with transportation, entertainment, and making the most of your stay Event space ideal for weddings, anniversaries, and family reunions ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Gym - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 2,154 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7660000/7652500/7652448/bef4c150.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Westin St. John Resort Villas St. John - 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25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Rules Guest is required to sign rental agreement. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as 42741 ## About the area St. John is home to this villa. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Virgin Islands National Park and Cruz Bay Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails. [Visit our St. John travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-John.dx601376) [View more Villas in St. John](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-John-Villas.d601376-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C18.32850%2C-64.78835&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ApqT6csY7WhksAdB5dOoLn0P8K4=) St. John, St John ### What's nearby - ![U.S. Virgin Islands, St. John, Cruz Bay, elevated town view with The Battery](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635980612252/94927ac4-c701-4ada-92c5-823702faf1fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cruz Bay Beach 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - ![Virgin Islands National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068195/50d468d4-c434-4d10-9dfa-ce3006419950.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Virgin Islands National Park 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Great Cruz Bay 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Battery 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - St. John Spice 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles ### Getting around - St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) 64 min drive ### Restaurants - High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill 4 min drive - Cruz Bay Landing 4 min drive - Woody's Seafood Saloon 19 min walk - Greengo’s 5 min drive - The Longboard 20 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Papaya Private Pool and Tesla Backup! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Papaya Private Pool and Tesla Backup!? ### What time is check-in at Papaya Private Pool and Tesla Backup!? ### What time is check-out at Papaya Private Pool and Tesla Backup!? ### Where is Papaya Private Pool and Tesla Backup! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Papaya Private Pool and Tesla Backup! Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Greg C. 17 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### January Visit The place was as advertised and very spacious. Beds were very comfortable. Kitchen was well supplied. Parking is limited if you have cars. Need to keep doors closed to the outside otherwise the house could get buggy. Would recommend as a place to stay, ##### Greg C. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### ANDREA M. 25 May 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### beautiful views PROS: The Papaya villa was spacious with nice decor, beautiful views and a private pool. The greeter met us at the car barge, which was so helpful because even with directions, I think the place would have been difficult to find (no actual street names and intimidating, steep and winding roads). The kitchen has everything you need if you want to cook. There's a washer and dryer inside the villa for convenience. The food at the Clubhouse is very good and they accomodate vegans. CONS: The kitchen was pretty dirty. The utensil drawers disgustingly had food debris and coffee grounds. The inside oven and hood were really filthy. Dead roach in the laundry room. Guest Services was really good and responsive about answering basic questions, but for example, when we mentioned the kitchen was dirty, or inquired if the men outside our window were villa staff/lansdcapers, no response was received at all. Due to the above mentioned negatives, 1 star was taken away. If we had received even an acknowledgment to our concerns or questions, a higher rating would have been deserved. ##### ANDREA M. Stayed 5 nights in May 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bryan P. 20 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property My family and I really enjoyed the property. We go to St. John every year and this is the first time we’ve stayed here. I wouldn’t over look the pool house food either. Small kitchen but the cook made the best Cuban sandwich I’ve had. ##### Bryan P. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tara N. 3 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Me and my friends couldn’t have had a better experience. It was perfect for us! The location was great, the private pool was so nice to have, especially to watch the sunset from! The location was great, just 5 min cab ride from the main town/ restaurants! Would 100% recommend and hopefully we’ll be back soon! ##### Tara N. Stayed 6 nights in May 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony N. 28 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our Stay at Papaya Villa We had a wonderful time staying in Papaya Villa, The Hills, St. John, USVI. The villa had all the essentials and was in a beautiful location on the island. I highly recommend any of the Villas in The Hills. ##### Anthony N. Stayed 5 nights in May 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### jared s. 21 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### One of a kind views! We had a wonderful experience, from easy and thorough check in process, to a nice clean private pool and one of a kind views from every spot in the home. Besides a few minor maintenance issues, this was an absolutely perfect experience and the best way to vacay in St. John. Checking in with Carly was great and she even gave us a free meal upon arriving and drove us to our villa. The home owner was in communication with me also ensuring that everything went smoothly. Very impressed with everything and we will definitely be back. ##### jared s. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021 ---