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Papaya Suite at Sunset Serenade 


65 reviews
Cruz Bay, St. John, VI
Studio
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
2 Guests

The Sunset Serenade Papaya Suite is a cute and comfortable unit with gorgeous views of Cruz Bay, the Sir Francis Drake Channel, St. Thomas and the surrounding cays. This cozy, clean and convenient suite – it is located less than five minutes from town – has everything you need to enjoy an unforgettable stay on the breathtaking island of St. John. It is fully renovated as of June 2018.

The Sunset Serenade Papaya Suite has its own private entrance and is equipped with a large king-size bed, spacious bathroom (new shower with a private feel and gorgeous view of Cruz bay), kitchenette, air conditioning and screened-in porch with a bar and seating area.

When staying with us, you’ll have everything you need for an unforgettable vacation right at your fingertips. This includes coffee for your mornings, beach towels, beach chairs and a cooler for daytime fun, and comfortable outdoor furniture where you can relax while watching the sun dip down into the Caribbean Sea.

Sunset Serenade has wifi throughout and a large parking area providing ample off-street parking to all guests. It also features an outdoor grill area that is shared between Sunset Serenade’s guests.

The Sunset Serenade Papaya Suite is a great economical option for vacationers looking for clean and comfortable, yet affordable accommodations close to Cruz Bay. We can almost guarantee you’ll be booking your next trip before the ferry leaves the dock. Come see St. John while enjoying the comforts of home at the Sunset Serenade Papaya Suite …  we promise you’ll love it!


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65 Reviews
(4.9)

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July 19, 2023 by Patrick Williams
I had a WONDERFUL AND AMAZING RELAXING TIME MY STAY WAS PEACEFUL I WILL DEFINITELY LOVE TO STAY AGAIN ⭐️⭐️⭐️

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July 8, 2023 by Ernest Ruffin, Jr.
Very nice place comfortable and a close taxi ride away from Cruz Bay.

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July 7, 2023 by Howard Gannon
Everything about this facility was perfect… beautiful!The only problem we had was that taxis refused to take us to the room in the late afternoon/early evening. We had to get a cop to make a cab give us a ride. After 10 rejections the cop

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June 6, 2023 by Annalise Leonelli
The Papaya was terrific. Perfect for what we needed and the bed was super comfy. I hated leaving that bed… also the view was wonderful. Nothing batter than getting back after a long day at the beach, grabbing a beverage and taking a (quick - a

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April 14, 2023 by Diana Larsen
We enjoyed this clean cozy quiet spot above the town. Conveniently located and so well appointed. Great bed! Even better than the one we had the week prior at the Westin. We really used the kitchen and found everything we needed there. No problems

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April 9, 2023 by Risa Robinson
We had an Excellent stay. The kitchenette was perfect and made for an at home feel for breakfast. The view was wonderful even with clouds and rain during our stay. We found the cooler and beach chairs to be valuable. From the comfy bed & pillows to

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March 17, 2023 by Arthur Bartell
This was the perfect place for the two of us to stay on St John. Parking, easy access to town and the rest of the island. Lovely view and the suite had everything we needed! The in suite shower was great and the towels were amazing❣️Providing

4 star rating

March 14, 2023 by Linda Ricketts

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February 23, 2023 by Jennifer Beam
We stayed in the Papaya unit and I would definitely stay here again. The unit was spacious, clean, and had an excellent view. The extra touches, like beach towels and chairs and a cooler, were so unexpected and very much appreciated. Check in and

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February 22, 2023 by gratianus1234@gmail.com
We spent 10 nights in the Papaya Suite outside of Cruz Bay. The space was immaculate. The view spectacular, though once management has trimmed some foliage, it will be even better. Two things to keep in mind: having a rental jeep is essential: the

4 star rating

February 22, 2023 by Kristen Beoletto

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January 28, 2023 by Paula Pierce
We enjoyed our stay at Island Abodes!! It is a well maintained, clean, very comfortable room with a beautiful view! We were close to town just a $9 taxi ride, or a 20 minute walk down hill, at our age we didn't try uphill lol! In a perfect world

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January 19, 2023 by Ryan Gannon
The Papaya Suite was perfect for my wife and I during our stay in St John. It was quiet and well appointed for our needs. We especially enjoyed the view from the front porch area and spent most of our mornings reading and having coffee with this

5 star rating

January 14, 2023 by jonathan Stearns

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January 13, 2023 by douglas beck
Papaya suites was clean and private. The supplied beach chairs, towels, and cooler were in good shape and appreciated. The furnishing were comfortable. The reason I did not give 5 stars is the unit is not walkable to any resturants unless you want

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November 22, 2022 by Jill McBride Fong
It was the perfect place!! It was in a great location with a beautiful view! It was super clean and just the right size for two. We did have a little bit of flooding from the heavy rain, but they were quick to get it all cleaned and taken care of.

We had a lovely honeymoon vacation and enjoyed the Papaya suite very much. The sunsets are great to watch,…

June 25, 2022 by Paola Leano Peralta
We had a lovely honeymoon vacation and enjoyed the Papaya suite very much. The sunsets are great to watch, the shower comfortable and with lots of water pressure. The bed was soft and comfortable too. The nice touches and coffee pods made for a

Everything was perfect. Only thing I noticed was the tile in the kitchenette was sticky when I arrived,…

June 19, 2022 by Jenna Welch
Everything was perfect. Only thing I noticed was the tile in the kitchenette was sticky when I arrived, but nothing some water, dish soap, and a paper towel couldn’t fix.

5 star rating

June 7, 2022 by Jennifer Alexa Ceballos

We have stayed here twice now and we love it! It’s small but just enough space and has exactly what…

May 12, 2022 by Leslie Youngblood
We have stayed here twice now and we love it! It's small but just enough space and has exactly what you need! Very beautiful and private.

The papaya suite was very clean, great directions from the car rental area, easy parking, more beautiful…

March 9, 2022 by Alex Leweis
The papaya suite was very clean, great directions from the car rental area, easy parking, more beautiful views than the photos online. The staff was available and easy to access, all beach gear was clean and at the accommodation when we arrived.

Please buy an “on demand” hot water heater. The hot water ran out both times I washed my hair.

March 9, 2022 by John Boelens
Please buy an “on demand” hot water heater. The hot water ran out both times I washed my hair.

Perfect for 2 people who don’t want to cook! Very clean, quiet and private. We appreciated all the…

March 1, 2022 by Patricia Anderson
Perfect for 2 people who don't want to cook! Very clean, quiet and private. We appreciated all the thoughtful details - fluffy towels, bug spray and sunscreen, snacks, water, coffee. We had everything we needed!

Island abode is nicely located providing both a short drive to town and also the peace of the mountain…

February 25, 2022 by Charity Keeton
Island abode is nicely located providing both a short drive to town and also the peace of the mountain side. Upon arrival we were so happy to see a few cold beverages and snacks which were more than welcomed after a long trip. Cheers to your great

5 star rating

February 21, 2022 by Sydney Liggett

Had a very nice time during our stay at the Papaya. We loved the screened in porch the best. The facilities…

January 29, 2022 by Joseph Miklasz
Had a very nice time during our stay at the Papaya. We loved the screened in porch the best. The facilities were nice and clean. They provided snacks and a large bottle of water. The Netflix on the tv was a nice addition. Everything about the

We loved staying at the Papaya Suite during out stay on St. John. We spent the majority of trip in Coral…

January 17, 2022 by Renee Perez
We loved staying at the Papaya Suite during out stay on St. John. We spent the majority of trip in Coral Bay on the east side of the islands and then our last 2 nights at the Papaya Suite. The room and screened in porch (with a beautiful view) was

We are a couple in our mid 60’s. Wanted peace and quiet, comfortable and clean. This place was all…

January 7, 2022 by Diane Ganovsky
We are a couple in our mid 60's. Wanted peace and quiet, comfortable and clean. This place was all of that and more. Appreciated the details like the beach chairs, cooler and Kcups for the Kuerig. Supplies were low on the island at the time so

The Papaya Suite was just right for our stay on St. John. The place was clean and comfortable, just…

December 20, 2021 by Steve Hiltabiddle
The Papaya Suite was just right for our stay on St. John. The place was clean and comfortable, just right for 2 travelers who spent their days out but wanted a quite place at night. Although we had a vehicle, at night we used the cab services

Great property. So friendly and easy. Would definitely stay again!

December 14, 2021 by Adam Kelfer
Great property. So friendly and easy. Would definitely stay again!

Really enjoyed our stay! Lovely view from the porch, great bed, and very nice overall. That hill is a…

November 14, 2021 by Vincent Laino
Really enjoyed our stay! Lovely view from the porch, great bed, and very nice overall. That hill is a doozy!!!

Beard guy was unkind about the gravel. Adding info on how to utilize 4WD would be useful as we did…

November 2, 2021 by Christopher Pyle
Beard guy was unkind about the gravel. Adding info on how to utilize 4WD would be useful as we did not know. Great place to stay. Would also suggest a tree trim so the bottom unit can see Cruz bay.

Clean house. Loved the screened in front porch. Not walkable to downtown, but very easy to get to with…

October 25, 2021 by Alysha Joy
Clean house. Loved the screened in front porch. Not walkable to downtown, but very easy to get to with a vehicle.

We enjoyed everything about our stay in the Papaya Suite. Island Abodes was beyond hospitable and thought…

June 16, 2021 by Sydney Leone
We enjoyed everything about our stay in the Papaya Suite. Island Abodes was beyond hospitable and thought of the smallest of things. We particularly enjoyed having access to two beach chairs and a cooler and the welcome basket upon arrival.

My stay at Island Abodes Papaya Suite was fabulous. From the easy-peasy parking to the quiet air conditioning…

June 10, 2021 by Theresa Jordan
My stay at Island Abodes Papaya Suite was fabulous. From the easy-peasy parking to the quiet air conditioning to the sensational sunsets. This cozy abode is perfect for the single traveler or couple. It was very clean, provided toiletries such as

Renters without vehicles should advise taxi drivers to take them to “the hills,” otherwise the majority…

June 10, 2021 by Anna Boyce
Renters without vehicles should advise taxi drivers to take them to "the hills," otherwise the majority of them don't know where to go and will refuse to take you (I suppose it was formerly known as Seeranoosah). The unit overall is very clean and

Response from Manager

Thanks for the review Anna. We replaced the mattress in Papaya. We want all our guests to have a fantastic experience (including snuggling!)

We enjoyed our stay! Communication leading up to the stay was great; check-in and check-out were very…

May 16, 2021 by ANNIE TOKARSKI
We enjoyed our stay! Communication leading up to the stay was great; check-in and check-out were very easy. The only thing that might have been nice would be an available beach umbrella to go with the chairs.

An absolute wonderful place to stay. It was peaceful, and the views were amazing. The villa is kept nice…

May 11, 2021 by jennifer bolton
An absolute wonderful place to stay. It was peaceful, and the views were amazing. The villa is kept nice and clean and you are provided with everything you need. It’s not far from the town of Cruz bay and is convenient to go to supermarket and

We enjoyed our stay at Sunset Serenade/Island Abodes. It provided many amenities, including beach chairs…

May 10, 2021 by Lu Wang
We enjoyed our stay at Sunset Serenade/Island Abodes. It provided many amenities, including beach chairs and towels, and a small freezer, plus some snacks and even a gallon of drinking water. We felt that the owner is very very considered. The

Adorable place for 2! Amazing view with all of the necessities we needed! Private parking, close to downtown…

May 5, 2021 by Candace Dooley
Adorable place for 2! Amazing view with all of the necessities we needed! Private parking, close to downtown and very private! We will be back!

This was the best stay for our honeymoon! It is a beautifully kept area with a beautiful view of the…

April 30, 2021 by Hannah Scott
This was the best stay for our honeymoon! It is a beautifully kept area with a beautiful view of the water! We loved the screened in porch. Although there are other stays at this same location, privacy was not an issue at all. The landscaping and

Great stay, wonderful space.

April 23, 2021 by Will Schanbacher
Great stay, wonderful space.

Such a great experience. The little touches, like 2 cold beers waiting in the fridge, providing salt…

April 13, 2021 by Angela Kinstle
Such a great experience. The little touches, like 2 cold beers waiting in the fridge, providing salt and pepper, olive oil, coffee. We met Pasquale, who tends to the landscape, and he does an amazing job. The room was comfortable, the shower was

Can’t say enough great things about this place. The view was spectacular and the room and patio was…

April 3, 2021 by Chase Gomez
Can’t say enough great things about this place. The view was spectacular and the room and patio was very nice. Would love to stay here again.

My husband and I had an amazing stay at the Papaya Suite. It was the perfect space for just the two…

March 22, 2021 by Delana Drysdale
My husband and I had an amazing stay at the Papaya Suite. It was the perfect space for just the two of us. The suite was clean and well supplied with everything we needed. We especially loved morning coffee on the porch. The cooler and beach

My spouse and I spent 5 nights in the Papaya, it was just perfect for us. We spent the days exploring…

March 14, 2021 by Laurie Radford
My spouse and I spent 5 nights in the Papaya, it was just perfect for us. We spent the days exploring your beautiful island! We most definitely will be back! Thank you Basil for your help when I locked the keys in the room?

What an amazing experience! This place is so thoughtfully put together and wonderfully located. Every…

March 1, 2021 by Michael Farro
What an amazing experience! This place is so thoughtfully put together and wonderfully located. Every convenience is taken care of. Highly recommended and looking forward to rebooking as soon as possible.

Wonderful stay! We ended up staying in the papaya suite, the views were spectacular, the bed was super…

February 22, 2021 by Iliana Vera
Wonderful stay! We ended up staying in the papaya suite, the views were spectacular, the bed was super comfortable, getting to and from Cruz Bay was so easy. KC provided us with a great list of taxis that we were able to call and schedule rides for

The Papaya Suite was great. Everything was as advertised. Great location for everything you would want…

February 18, 2021 by John Shields
The Papaya Suite was great. Everything was as advertised. Great location for everything you would want to do on STJ. It was really nice having the beach chairs and cooler included with the rental. A great experience and we hope to come again.

Cute sweet space! We enjoyed our time here.

February 13, 2021 by Candace Garko
Cute sweet space! We enjoyed our time here.

Unit was clean and comfortable. Thanks for the bottle of water, the chairs, and the cooler. The grill…

February 1, 2021 by Leslee Gold
Unit was clean and comfortable. Thanks for the bottle of water, the chairs, and the cooler. The grill came in handy. We loved the porch, the outdoor shower, and the island air. We especially appreciate your flexibility with our need to reschedule

My husband and I spent 8 nights in the Honeymoon Suite. We were originally scheduled to be in Papaya…

November 21, 2020 by Ben and Lola Vasquez
My husband and I spent 8 nights in the Honeymoon Suite. We were originally scheduled to be in Papaya Suite to be next to friends but due to rain issues, we were moved. We had the best of both Suites because we were able to make breakfast with our

Great Stay

August 9, 2020 by Grant
Great Stay

Great stay

August 9, 2020 by Grant Ware
Great stay

Gorgeous property and gardens. Spectacular views. Very informative and helpful owners.

July 29, 2020 by Elizabeth
Gorgeous property and gardens. Spectacular views. Very informative and helpful owners.

Gorgeous property and gardens. Spectacular views. Very informative and helpful owners.

July 29, 2020 by Elizabeth Gates
Gorgeous property and gardens. Spectacular views. Very informative and helpful owners.

5 star rating

April 23, 2020 by Anusha Lingareddy

5 star rating

February 10, 2020 by Dede Cormier

We really enjoyed our stay at the Papaya Suite. They have done such a great job putting together a really…

August 2, 2018 by A Piece of Paradise!
We really enjoyed our stay at the Papaya Suite. They have done such a great job putting together a really nice, quiet, and CLEAN studio space. Wow! The sunset view is an extra bonus! Close enough to town if you want the island "night life" but, far

The Papaya Suite had all the amenities I could ever need including a view from the shower! It also had…

June 29, 2018 by M. Anthony
The Papaya Suite had all the amenities I could ever need including a view from the shower! It also had a cute bar on the screened in porch to eat and drink your coffee while viewing the beautiful water and gardesn. It was fantastic!

We stayed in the new Papaya Suite that overlooks Cruz Bay. It had an amazing view from the outdoor porch…

June 28, 2018 by Duncan
We stayed in the new Papaya Suite that overlooks Cruz Bay. It had an amazing view from the outdoor porch and from the shower too! The bedroom has a king sized bed and the air conditioner was nice and cool! We enjoyed ourselves by hitting 3 of the

It’s was very clean, and had everything we needed, and it was close to downtown. The view is awesome,…

November 17, 2016 by Barbara
It's was very clean, and had everything we needed, and it was close to downtown. The view is awesome, and we had a excellent stay... thank you

This was my first time staying at Island Abodes and I absolutely fell in love this the Studio at Sunset…

September 19, 2016 by Shelby
This was my first time staying at Island Abodes and I absolutely fell in love this the Studio at Sunset Serenade! The view was spectacular, especially at sunset, and the room was so cozy. It is the perfect size for one or two people. Sunset Serenade

We loved staying at island abode! Robert was such a great host. There when we needed him and not when…

April 21, 2016 by Rae
We loved staying at island abode! Robert was such a great host. There when we needed him and not when we didn't! We actually had another place booked for a few days but missed the privacy so opted to come back! We got to peek into each Of the

First off, about the place. This place is phenomenal! Amazing views, just like in the pictures only obviously…

April 10, 2016 by Brock
First off, about the place. This place is phenomenal! Amazing views, just like in the pictures only obviously better in person, and very secluded / romantic. comfortable bed, kitchenette, clean bathroom, private patio with some basic furniture. It


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Cruz Bay, St. John, VI
18.32844 -64.78819
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