Amore Loft Studio In The Heart Of Love by!

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 227.9 sq m

Popular amenities

Air conditioning

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St John, VI

Cruz Bay Beach
‪11 min walk‬
Honeymoon Beach
‪6 min drive‬
Trunk Bay
‪15 min drive‬
West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Dining area

About this property

Affordability meets luxury in the new, in-town, king bed, Amore Loft Studio just steps to the restaurants, bars, dive shops and shopping of Cruz Bay located on the upper level of the Amore Center. Perfect for a couple or single needing a simple, elegant, affordable room or as an addition for a 2nd couple or teens when renting the larger, Amore Loft Apartment right next door or the Amore Loft Suite.

Stroll to steps to the left for breakfast at Tamarind Court or breakfast or lunch at Baked in the Sun; grocery shop on the corner at Dolphin Market, enjoy fine dining at La Tapa or happy hour at Woody's, all a stone's throw away. Taxi to the beach or ask us about rental vehicles which we also have available on site. Or hike one mile on a National Park trail to the world class Honeymoon & Salomon Beaches otherwise accessible only by boat. Frank Bay with wonderful snorkeling is a 10 minute walk away.

Artistically decorated with ceramic sconces made in our Studio below, Italian plastered walls & colorfully decorated with artwork from travels around the world, this is the perfect spot for a quick weekend get-away or an affordable extended winter retreat! All the luxury of one of our finest villas in an economical, yet stylish, in-town location.

You will find all the basic necessities needed to make your vacation complete including air conditioning thru out, ceiling fans and a full size refrigerator. Beach chairs, beach towels, and a cooler for your day at the beach are also provided.

Property manager

Donald Schnell

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

5 day min. during Holiday Weeks (Thanksgiving, Carnival, Easter, President's Week, Xmas & NY

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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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this apartment is in the city centre and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Virgin Islands National Park and Cruz Bay Beach.

St John, VI

What's nearby

Cruz Bay Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Great Cruz Bay - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Honeymoon Beach - 6 min drive - 1.5 km
Caneel Bay Beach - 7 min drive - 3.4 km
Trunk Bay - 15 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬4 min walk
‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬4 min walk
‪Beach Bar - ‬6 min walk
‪Lovango Rum Bar - ‬6 min walk
‪Greengo’s - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Amore Loft Studio In The Heart Of Love by! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Amore Loft Studio In The Heart Of Love by!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amore Loft Studio In The Heart Of Love by!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Amore Loft Studio In The Heart Of Love by! located?

Located in the heart of St. John, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of St. John Spice and Virgin Islands National Park. Battery and Mongoose Junction are also within 10 minutes.

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10/10

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Michael V.

9 February 2025

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

Very convenient with very nice owners !!

Very convenient, very nice, very clean, very nice owners !!!What more can travelers ask for?

Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles K.

6 January 2025

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Paradise

Donald is an excellent host. Very accommodating. We will definitely be back to see him. Best trip ever!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gayathri K.

23 December 2024

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

A Great Stay

We had a great time! Lovely, thoughtful furnishings in a great neighborhood

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James and Regan V.

16 July 2024

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

Good location and value!

We had a great time, beds was comfortable, the unit had lots of little extras. This cute unit did everything we needed! Great location too!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee F.

10 July 2024

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Carnival week in July

So we were in Tortola 5 days prior then stayed here 4 during Carnival. Donald is an environmentalist, artist, & a true lover of the island of St John, but aren’t we all? The world would prob be a better place if we could all be more like Donald. His ceramic artwork can be seen around light fixtures in these units & around Mongoose Junc. Amore Loft is a nice place to stay in & others we met usually know Donald & can tell u the same. It’s right up the hill from Cruz Bay so w/in walking to everything going on in town. Carnival week nights are much diff than rest of the yr so it was slam packed around town by locals at night. We’ve done the Jeep rental b4, but isn’t necessary when staying here b/c the safari taxi dudes will take u to the main beaches. Sometimes u can catch them at the roundabout. Room has coolers, chairs, other beach items if need be. Donald had our frig stocked w/ plenty of water prior our arrival. Bed is actually a king & the tile, decor, & shower were all nice. Doesn’t have a stove but idk that we would’ve even used it b/c we were out a lot. Eat next door up the hill at Tamarind Inn Court, & also eat some of the local grilled jerk chic & sides by locals in town. It’s good. Would def stay here again. Went to Cinnamon, Hawksnest, & Maho bays on this trip & enjoyed the parade.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mason D.

4 June 2024

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Perfect Stay!

Our stay at the Amore Loft Studio was absolutely wonderful! All the staff were incredibly kind and helpful, especially Eric and Blake who got us checked in and answered all our questions; we briefly met Donald and Deborah and they were the most gracious hosts. The location is perfect, just steps from the center of Cruz Bay and easy access to all the restaurants, shopping, and taxis you could need. Even though the studio is right in town, we didn't find road noise to be an issue at any point during our five night stay. The studio itself is impeccably decorated and private; it truly felt like an escape! Once you stay here, you will start to see the works from the attached pottery studio all around town! The studio had many convenient amenities including beach chairs/towels, coolers, a full size fridge, and filtered water. We greatly appreciated their focus on the environment and sustainability, and Blake gave us tips to limit our footprint during our stay. We decided to rent a car from Amore for one day and Eric made the entire process super convenient, even on short notice. Overall, we highly recommend Amore Loft Studio and would absolutely return on our next visit to St. John! Thank you so much to everyone at Amore for making our stay perfect!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nichol A.

16 May 2024

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Amazing property and location!

We had an amazing stay for 6nights! The apartment is within walking distance from the ferry dock when you arrive and it’s beautiful! You can walk to everything in Cruz Bay and easily get a taxi if needed. This apartment was clean, safe, and had everything we needed! We had a fridge, microwave, coffee maker, and even beach towels and chairs. Donald and Blake were helpful and gave us amazing recommendations! We highly recommend staying here! You won’t be disappointed!

Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni K.

7 May 2024

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Best stay in St John to date!!!!

We have been traveling to St Thomas/St John for a while now. Mr Donald is by far the most gracious host we have EVER encountered. He picked us up from the ferry, and also made sure that we were driven back to the ferry when it was time for us to return to reality (home). The location of the property is phenomenal. It is within walking distance to everything in Cruz Bay. The studio apartment was beautifully decorated. It was professionally clean. It was comfortable and cozy, and has such an inviting feel. The Amore Loft Studio is perfect for a single or a couple. My husband and I enjoyed everything about this place. We rented a car, only for a few days, in order to explore Coral Bay and the west side of the island. Mr Donald made that transaction effortless as well as very affordable. Amore Loft is literally one stop shopping. We would HIGHLY recommend to anyone that is looking to stay on St John. We will DEFINITELY be returning soon! Thank you so much Mr Donald for being fantastic and such a wonderful person!

Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty P.

22 April 2024

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Charming Jewel

We really enjoyed our stay! The location is perfect with a short walk to restaurants and shops. The place has great art and character. The room was very comfortable and had everything we needed. Donald was an amazing host and made our stay even more enjoyable. Definitely going to stay at Amore again!

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacki and Patrick B.

13 March 2024

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First time to St. John and will be back!

St. John is beautiful, the Amore Loft Studio is perfect, and we had one of our most relaxing trips ever! Donald, Deborah, and their team we in personal contact in the weeks leading up to our arrival making check in a breeze. They provided lots of info, from the room amenities, to their dedication to renewables and recycling, and helping with local restaurants and sights; everything we needed to know - to help them - make our entire stay seamless. During our stay, everyone was super attentive and we felt taken care of without feeling intruded upon. Place was unique - filled with pieces crafted (and sold) in the onsite studio and selected artists, well-appointed with every modern convenience, and exceptionally clean. Safe location, across the street from stocked market, coffee, breakfast, and a quick walk into to Cruz Bay, and easy in and out with rental vehicle (which they also offer)! We will definitely be back! Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peyton S.

22 May 2023

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Great stay

Donald was a great host! The room was clean and nice for our time there.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C.

19 May 2023

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Fantastic

This was an amazing rental property. Plenty of privacy. The entire unit was very nicely decorated. Right in downtown Cruz Bay with easy access to all the local bars/restaurants downtown. We took advantage of their car rentals which was very convenient for getting around the island. Donald was amazing. It is obvious that he is extremely passionate about the island and has a wonderful rental unit. He picked us up from the ferry dock and was able to give us plenty of great information about things to do on the island. We were even able to meet multiple other guests who have been staying with him for years. Overall a great experience and would definitely return for another visit.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyce S., Fishkill, NY

9 March 2023

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Fabulous stay at Amore Loft Studio

I have been to St. John numerous times, but this was my first time staying at Amore Loft Studio. The whole experience staying here was wonderful! Donald is a kind and gracious host with an amazing attention to detail, that did not go unnoticed and was very much appreciated. The studio apartment was spotless and we had a very comfortable sleep at night. Not to mention, the location is perfect for walking to everything in town if you do not want to rent a car. It certainly was a plus being able to rent a car through Donald because we love to travel the whole island during our stay and the car rental experience was seamless. He also has a wonderful staff. We will be back! : )

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosie C.

23 February 2023

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Great Place to Stay

We spent six days/five nights at Amore Loft Studio and enjoyed it very much. The location was great - convenient to walk to anywhere in Cruz Bay. The decor in the loft was charming. Bed was very comfortable. Donald and his staff were immediately available for questions. Easily rented a car for one day. Beach chairs and coolers provided. Will definitely stay here again on next trip to St. John. Thanks Donald!!!

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris S., Allegany

24 January 2023

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Excellent stay!!

Don and his staff were excellent hosts. We found everything to be perfect and will delinitely stay here again on our future trips to St John.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

lainie g.

18 December 2022

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Great place to stay!

The property was just what we needed! Went on Saint John we don’t need a lot of space so the rental had everything we needed. The bed was very comfortable and the room was super clean. Even with two full size bags and packing our own snorkeling equipment, we had plenty of space. Three stand out things: the location could not be more convenient for walking to dinner and groceries, renting the jeep in conjunction with the suite made that step super easy, and the owner has all sorts of extras available for use, such as beach, chairs, coolers, floats, and more. We had a fantastic time and will definitely visit again!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sam Z.

26 August 2020

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Wonderful stay

Really enjoyed my stay. The property is beautiful just as described and Donald is super kind and friendly and offered lots local tips. Highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

JD D.

14 August 2020

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Great Location

Clean, friendly, easy walk to Cruz bay, and quiet.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

ANNA B.

3 August 2020

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Quaint charming convenient

Our apartment was full of personal touches and beautiful pottery. Lots of authentic artwork and lovely plants outside. Only short walk away from Cruz Bay restaurants and shopping. The owner also helped us with the jeep rental which was super convenient. We will definitely be back. This feels like home away from home.

10/10 Excellent

Austin P.

2 July 2020

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Wonderful

Great place only a short walk (5 min.) into Cruz Bay. Very accommodating host, and Jeep rentals on site.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tish G.

27 February 2020

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Amore Studio

This place looks like a bit of Tuscany right in Cruz Bay, St. John, USVI. It's a bit quirky and we loved it. The studio was roomy enough, well equipped, and comfortable. It's an easy stroll to all the shops, restaurants, and ferries in St. John. Donald, the host, was pleasant and accommodating and was also a wealth if information. We wouldnt hesitate to return!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joanie F.

10 September 2019

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Great Location

Our stay was amazing! The location is perfect. Don and Deb were excellent host. We were a short walking distance to some very good restaurants and shopping. We rented a Jeep from them which allowed us to explore the island. I am so glad we chose their Amore loft for our lodging. We can’t wait to return!

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

larry j.

1 August 2019

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Great place in town! Really enjoyed our stay!

Great place in town, within walking distance of plenty of restaurants and shopping. Really enjoyed our stay with Donald and Deborah!

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

26 May 2019

Great little secret in the heart of town!

My husband and I normally come to St John with our family but this year is our 10th anniversary so we wanted to stay right in town on our own. This was the perfect location, quaint and very clean room with a great owner. We stayed two weeks and it was perfect. We rented a Jeep for a portion of our stay just so we could go to Coral Bay but it is not needed. We rented our Jeep from Don, which also made everything easier. Highly recommend. Thank you so much! Michelle and Opey

Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paula E., Texas, USA

14 May 2019

Artistic Villas Amore Loft

Our stay at the Amore Loft was a pleasure. The place has an artistic, bohemian vibe which I prefer over the cookie cutter 1 BR modern condo. The interior is all stone and marble with lots of art and wall hangings. Very clean and well stocked; Donald & Debbie, our hosts, were gracious and helpful. The location is practically downtown Cruz Bay—you are only a block from the restaurants and two blocks from the bay and the ferry landing. Very local, neighborhood area. Very walkable, but suggest renting a Jeep to reach the beaches & explore the island.

About the host

Hosted by Donald Schnell

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English

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1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

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