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A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay!

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the view from El Nido's living room, kitchen/dining area and deck.
Welcome to El Nido, a wonderful Caribbean home!
open concept of the living room, kitchen and dining area
dedicated wifi and cable TV are here for you to enjoy
cozy and comfortable with an awesome view

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 276.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue

Explore the area

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St. John, St John
  • Place, Virgin Islands National Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Caneel Bay Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Honeymoon Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay!

El Nido is our home away from home, and we love the time we get to spend here when we can. With cathedral ceilings throughout and very tastefully decorated with lots of teak furniture and original artwork, El Nido is the definition of a relaxed stay on St. John. A fully stocked kitchen with new appliances and everything you'll need for your stay is here. One large bedroom with air conditioning allows for two adults to live comfortably. Being on the third floor allows for gorgeous views of the Caribbean Sea and Little St. James and Pillsbury Sound. The Caneel Bay trail is literally steps away which connects to the National Park trail system and will take you to Cruz Bay, the north shore beaches and all of the National Park trails.
We know you'll enjoy staying here as much as we do!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this condo is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Trunk Bay and Virgin Islands National Park. Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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St. John, St John

What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Caneel Bay Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Great Cruz Bay - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Cruz Bay Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Honeymoon Beach - 9 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shambles - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Woody's Seafood Saloon - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Longboard - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay!?

As of 1 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay! on 20 Aug 2026 start from AU$512, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this condo building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Virgin Islands National Park, Honeymoon Beach and Cruz Bay Beach. Trunk Bay is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location.

This place was conveniently located and had everything that we needed. Would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This artistic and well decorated Caribbean condo became our home away from home immediately! Just 5-10 minutes up the hill from Cruz Bay center, it has great views of town and other islands. The deck was a perfect spot for meals and relaxation, and the grounds were charming with lush plants and a nice pool. A comfortable bed and quiet atmosphere topped it off, and we can't wait to return!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect villa

This villa is the perfect spot for a private vacation, but still close to town, beaches, etc. Loved it!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So pleased - it was perfect. Check in a breeze, we wanted for nothing. The views, pool, cool breezes in the evening, beach chairs, floaties, cooler and very easy access with parking - my only disappointment.... I couldn't stay longer ;) I look forward to returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful get-away

Very convenient location and beautiful view! Owners and property manager, Trevor, were very helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

Nice location. Great views. It was a wonderful spot for a relaxing vacation away from the cold weather.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robi G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

lovely slice of paradise

What a slice of paradise! The condo was conveniently located, very clean, well set up and well apportioned with utensils/pots/pans/dishes/etc, sheets and towels, AC in bedroom, lovely back deck with comfy furniture for eating and lounging, nice pool, and amazing views. Both the owner and the property manager responded within MINUTES to any questions or concerns, including just requests for recommendations. This was easily the nicest Vrbo place we’ve stayed at (out of 3) with the most responsive owner and manager.
view from the back deck
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Estate Pastory

My husband & I enjoyed our stay! Clean property, great location and amazing view of the sunset!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient, comfortable condo with spectacular view

The condo had everything we needed for a great home base as we explored the island. We loved relaxing on the porch in the mornings and at sunset.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little property near downtown

This is a great place to stay without all the noise and bustle of staying directly downtown. Just a 3 minute drive into town. The condo is nicely appointed and recently renovated. Brand new porch with great sunset views and twinkling St. Thomas off in the distance. Best view in the entire complex.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Patio with Cruz Bay view, priceless!

This was the perfect home base for us for a week of beach going, snorkeling, and hiking. The patio is very spacious with lovely furniture and a spectacular view. The kitchen is also a huge selling point. While not big, it was better equipped for cooking than any VRBO we’ve ever rented and very functional. We appreciated the adjacent spur trail to the main hiking path and used it often. Thanks to the hosts and Dena the property manager!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in St. John

We had a great stay at El Nido. The kitchen had all the equipment for a few breakfasts and dinners at home. The view from the patio was gorgeous. It's nicely perched on the hill to take advantage of the breeze. Furniture was generally comfortable. Wifi was good. There was some road noise later into the morning but nothing too disruptive. Would definitely recommend to other couples visiting St. John.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

February 2024 Stay

First time staying on Cruz Bay side, location was very conveniently located off of Centerline Road. Condo was clean with plenty of space for the two of us. Neighbors and the local animals were slighlty noisy but wasn't a deal breaker. One downside, we put together one of the puzzles and it was missing a couple of pieces, LOL!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri B.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Great location!

We loved the view, needed a car for sure. Absolutely no communication from host before the stay, pretty stressful. We emailed a few times and even up until an hour before check in no word. He called and said father-in-law passed away so he was sorry. Property manager gave us some money for dinner while cleaning crews cleaned up. Overall great place just stressful at first!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Perry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The most beautiful view from the big balcony. This condo made us feel like at home. Everything you needed was there for you. Wifi worked great. A most comfortable breeze from the south windows really coiled rhe pkace off, even rhough we used rhe ac in the bedroom at night. The kitchen was large and had everything you needed. The pool was really nice. Parking for one vehichle right next to the steps. This place was perfect. Close to the ferry, grocery shopping at Dolphin Market, etc. Communications with both the owner and property manager were spot on. Manager Trevor met us there and gave us the details we needed. He made us feel at home. I'd reccomend this beautiful condo to anyone looking for a place near Cruz bay with a beautiful view.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

El Nido

Pros: Beautiful location overlooking the bay. Kitchen is modern and well stocked with all the things we needed to cook. We loved the deck with the chaise lounges. Pool and pool area is nice. Condo was clean. Dena was lovely to deal with. Cons: AC in bedroom was very loud and didn't cool the room much. Mattress and pillows uncomfortable. On one of the beach chairs, the backpack part was ripped and didn't work so we had to carry it. Just be aware there's no dishwasher, and washer dryer is not located in the condo. But honestly it served us well for our trip.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Krista P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Views, But Some Unexpected Challenges

The condo was very clean and comfortable, with a fully stocked kitchen and absolutely stunning balcony views — definitely a highlight of our trip.We encountered several issues that made the experience less than ideal. It's not uncommon for St. John to experience rolling power outages, but unfortunately, the power went out during the night on Monday and wasn’t restored fully until Wednesday.Because the property uses a cistern water system, we couldn’t use running water or flush toilets while the power was out. We were also advised not to drink the tap water, and no bottled water was provided, which added to the inconvenience. On top of that, the pump for the cistern had burned out on Tuesday evening, so using the water wasn't possible until it was repaired the next morning. The property manager, Dena, suggested using buckets of water to flush the toilet as a temporary solution. While that helped somewhat, it wasn’t the experience we had hoped for. Once the power and water were restored on Wednesday, the rest of our stay went more smoothly, but the first few days were definitely challenging.We also found the pool murky — we couldn’t see the bottom — so we chose not to use it. Additionally, the outdoor grills were rusted and unusable, which was disappointing.We enjoyed the condo’s comfort and views, but the issues we faced made the stay less relaxing. If you’re planning to stay here, it’s worth being prepared for these potential challenges.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sandy m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo is exactly as described! Enjoyed having a full kitchen. The condo is stocked with everything you need for an enjoyable vacation. The outdoor space was a great place to enjoy your morning coffee! The bed and pillows were very comfortable. The condo is about a mile to downtown Cruz bay but didn’t feel like it was walkable due to how narrow roads are plus the walk back to condo is uphill! Dena, the property manager, was awesome. Helped us find the property, quick to answer texts and offered nearby restaurant suggestion!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views/lovely decor

Pleasantly surprised w the unit. Beautiful new deck, w comfortable lounge chairs and outdoor dining. Had all the amenities you’d want… Gorgeous views of Chocolate hole, Cruz Bay, etc. Location made it nice to access South or North shores. AC in bedroom although the open rafters made it difficult to cool. Everything else was exceptional.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Much needed sun and fun!

We loved this property. Gorgeous views, close ride to downtown. Would recommend getting a Jeep Rental to explore island and get around. The condo was beautiful! Bedroom stays cool with the AC and the rest of the condo stayed cool with the breeze. Condo development quiet and pool was a great. A must stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing veiws

There's something special about St. John and this property is perfect! It was spacious (just me and my husband), the view is amazing, the location was great, and the winds kept things cool! We were able to check in early on our arrival day and the property is very clean. I would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOE F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect couple getaway

Great location. Perfect size. Wonderful view. Cool cross breeze. Quiet. Well equipped and immaculate
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and convenient location!

We loved staying at El Nido for our week in St John! The location was incredibly convenient to Cruz Bay area, with a beautiful view and a nice modern unit. The decor was great, amenities exactly what we needed for a week! The greeter was easy to work with, gave us some tips for while on island as well. We can’t wait to return to the island!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

patricia c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Get-away at El Nido

This one bedroom condo was great choice for us. Panoramic 180+ view to the southwest from the deck, cool breezes - so no need for AC, comfortable bed, lots of towels, great shower, well equipped kitchen, plenty of beach stuff for two, and very, very clean. Property manager Dena we rated excellent, and the owner's information packet was one of the best we've ever come across.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Happy with this Property

The property was just as the pictures online showed. No surprises, which was nice. Very clean, plenty of space for 2 people. We enjoyed the large deck every morning and evening. The deck provided more privacy than we expected, as there are no other decks next to you. Good location and nice views of the water. The property manager met us at our car rental's office, we followed her to the unit and she gave a quick tour of the unit which was appreciated.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Glenn Grillo

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After about three years of wondering and hoping we could someday find a place of our own on St. John, an opportunity came up and our dream came true.
Glenn is retired and Debbie is a school teacher which only allows her vacation time during specific times of the year. Unfortunately for now, that only allows us to visit our happy place a couple of times a year.

Why they chose this property

On a stay in March 2019, we met a couple who were the owners of El Nido. They showed us their home and we fell in love with it the minute we saw it. It wasn't available for purchase, but we knew this would be our perfect St. John place. We told the owners that we'd certainly be interested if they were selling and if they'd give us a call first if indeed they were going to sell. Two months later, they called us and here we are. We then knew it was meant to be. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

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