This house was better than advertised. It was much bigger and cleaner than we thought. The area it is in is beautiful. We rented a jeep for the week and had no problem getting around. I loved samba azul and would love to visit again. The check in was simple. And the place house had everything we could have ever needed. It is one of my favorite places!!
We stayed here in April 2025. The house was just as pictured. One of the cleanest properties I have ever stayed in. We rented a car and had no problems getting around. JP met us at the house and gave us advice on restaurants and snorkeling. We are a family of 4 and they were able to split the one king into two twins. It was the perfect set up for us. The best snorkeling and tons of wildlife. We will definitely be back.
We spent 10 days at Samba Azul and it was a perfect vacation! I do pretty extensive research for our places to stay when we travel and let me save you that trouble. The property is tucked in the lush mountains with the most spectacular views (starting with when you open the front doors) and amazing sunsets! Samba Azul is well stocked with coffee, kitchen essentials including spices, coolers, freezer packs, 4 beach chairs and ample beach towels plus a basket of sunscreen! Plush bath towels and spacious bedrooms/bathrooms with A/C. Your own private pool to relax in while watching sunsets⊠everything was perfect! We had groceries delivered prior to our arrival by Landlubbers so everything was waiting for us after a long travel day. Donât delay.. book here and you will not be disappointed!
The house was fantastic! The house and kitchen were well furnished and equipped. The pool was the perfect size and was surprisingly very cool and deep. The bedroom air-conditioning was excellent. The bathrooms were also great. We enjoyed our stay thoroughly. I would highly recommend a stay!
This was an awesome place to book for our honeymoon. It was close to Cruz Bay but far enough away from the âcityâ that we felt isolated. I loved the views and the accommodations. The property management team was awesome and the home was well-kept.
Been on several properties, this one is the best so far. The pool is on sunlit mode from 1000 to sunset. The two roosters start crowing at 0608, stood on the portico at 0600 and started challenging them, loved it!! The appointment of the furniture and the artwork displayed shows class and excellent style. For a couple get away, this is the place
We just returned from 12 days at Samba Azule. It was perfect. Spacious, clean and stocked with everything you could need. The villa is only a short drive to Cruz Bay yet away from the crowds. The AC in the bedrooms was perfect and we didnât miss it in the living area. There is a nice breeze that flowed through. Check in and out was very easy.
It was perfect for 2 couples. We liked the adventure of the drive to it, the view was great and the sunsets were fabulous. It was clean and the beds and linens were comfortable and soft. It was the most perfect Villa đ.
We've stayed in the area before, and it truly is the best. It's about 5 mins from Cruz Bay, where we spent almost every day/night there. The house was perfect and had all the amenities we needed. The management company was great to work with and super quick to get back to us with questions we had. Our favorite part was sitting outside at the covered table, enjoying the sunrise and sunset.
Fabulous house with views and pool. Outdoor eating area was awesome. Taxis canât make it to the house though which required a 15 minute walk for pick up.
Weâve been to the island numerous times over the last 9 years. This was the first time staying at Samba Azul & it was perfect! Location was close to town so we could drive in the dinner, live music. Home was clean, very comfortable & had all of the essentials & more. We had provisions set up for delivery before we got there & it was so worth it! After a long day of travel, we had food & drinks waiting for us & we got into the pool immediately. Kitchen was great & we did cook in quite a bit because it just felt like home. Will definitely be booking again for our next visit.
This property is perfect for 2 couples! Each couple had their private space on either side of the common areas. The house is as pictured and very well equipped. It was great to come back after a day exploring land and sea and hop in the pool with a beverage to relax before heading out for dinner. We rented a Jeep and you will definitely want to do the same. The house is not in walking distance to anything and the road is pretty rough. We were able to catch some great sunsets from the pool and watch Chocolate Bay wake up in the mornings. Would definitely stay at this property again if travelling with another couple. Thank you for a great vacation!
My wife and I have been coming to St. John for over 25 years and this was our favorite house yet! The property managers, Beth and JP, were both very nice and accommodating. The house is very clean and the kitchen is very well appointed and organized... we cooked dinner in every night and loved it. The bedrooms were great and we loved the shower too. Every evening we sat by the pool and enjoyed a different and gorgeous sunset. My only suggested improvement would be to put a hand rail coming out of the pool. Other than that, we cant wait to come back.
We were two couples, long time friends from high school on this wonderful trip to St. John. We did our research and opted for this villa due to itâs location. It did not disappoint. The house is approximately 8-10 minutes to Cruz Bay to visit the wonderful restaurants. Maho Beach, Cinnamon Bay and Trunk Bay are all within a short drive. A Jeep rental is a must in St. John due to the steep inclines and switchback turns. We enjoyed the deck and pool on a daily basis and made dinner at home in the spacious kitchen a couple of nights. The kitchen has all the amenities needed. It is located in a very quiet location. The air conditioning in the bedrooms were superb for a good nights sleep! We left the AC on with the bedroom doors open while at the beaches during the day and the house was very comfortable when returning. We will stay here again on our next visit!
If I said it once I said it a dozen times - I loved this villa! So beautiful, spacious and comfortable. The outdoor patio and pool is so relaxing with a gorgeous view. Well stocked with everything. Easy drive into Cruz Bay and close to Dolphin market. Other reviews comment on the road to get there and yes itâs rugged but thatâs St. John!
The property manager met us at the jeep rental to lead us, showed us around the house and was so responsive and kind. I canât wait to come back. It was perfect for our family of four.
Samba Azul is a wonderful home for your stay on St. John. I have been to St. John many times, but I usually stay with family friends who live there and haven't needed to rent a home until now because we were there for a wedding. With that said, this home exceeded all expectations. The grand-open living room and kitchen is perfect for family time, and then you can retreat into your large bedroom on either side for a good nights sleep. Though, you likely won't want to spend much time inside while at the house since you have an incredible view of Chocolate Hole that you can gaze at while eating at the large gathering table or at the edge of the pool.
In addition to the beautiful house itself, you are provided with anything and everything you need. Multiple ways to make coffee with some grounds there already to start your day off right, and tons of beach towels and chairs to comfortably hit the beach.
I don't think this house deserves anything less than 5 stars. However, accessibility to town without a car is difficult. Taxis don't go up there, so you can't have too much fun at night and get back easily.
Finally, I'll note that many people attending the wedding who also rented villas had told me about numerous issues they had with their stays, including broken furniture, no hot water, and other homeowner issues that you don't want to deal with while you're on vacation. That is not what you'll get at Samba Azul. It is clean, well kept, and offers a great break from reality.