The Kapokier

The terrace view was so beautiful that we ended up spending all our time out there. We had great people staying with us, though the terrace partitions mean you can also keep to yourself, and the shared areas are spacious enough either way. We'd been a bit nervous after reading earlier reviews, but we had a great stay. The apartment is large and clean, with plenty of room. At first the house feels a little odd, with the owners quietly renovating the entrance and the space seeming rather empty. It has everything you need, though, and comfort matters more than the decor.

The terrace has a superb view across the bay, especially for watching the sunrise. There's air conditioning in the comfortable room, and a shared living area. You can even pick delicious mangoes from the side of the house 😋

The self check-in was simple, with clear instructions. The balcony is a lovely place to relax and chat, and the room and shared areas are pleasant too. I think it's especially good for a group of friends, since the central common area makes it easy to spend time together. I'd expected a rather unwelcoming place from the reviews, but I don't think that impression is fair.

We were in one of the small bedrooms, and unfortunately it had no mosquito net. The apartment is split into four bedrooms, with a private bathroom for just one; the living and dining room, kitchen, toilet and bathroom are shared, and feel a bit gloomy. The value for money is questionable. Still, it could work for a family that needs four bedrooms for one night before climbing Mount Pelée.