Réunion is French overseas territory located near Mauritius in the Indian Ocean. While it is found just off the coast of Africa, it falls under French territory, the citizens hold mainland residency, speak French and deal in Euro. On the west coast of this island lies Saint-Paul.
With its stunning beaches, breathtaking hilltop views, endless hiking opportunities, and contrasting natural landscapes, the place have every natural asset that there is to admire. It is also most ancient commune of the island and served as the capital of the island for a while. The town is particularly famous for its big and variegated street market which is host to a plethora of stalls selling fresh produce, handicrafts and other beautiful items authentic to the culture of Réunion Island besides some truly sumptuous street food.
Spending your vacation living like the locals always makes it more exciting and Airbnb’s help you fulfil that experience without compromising on amenities and comfort. This article lists out for you, the top-rated Airbnb vacation rentals in and around Saint-Paul.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 07, 2024.
1. Family villa with pool and tropical garden (from USD 50)
This Airbnb is a private room in a family villa with a swimming pool, a tropical garden, and a sun terrace. The family that owns the property is very welcoming and their charming dog is a delight to interact with as well. The listing includes a double bedroom and a private bathroom in addition to other amenities such as a mini fridge, a kettle, coffee, and tea. The property is 20 minutes away from the beach and 10 minutes from the largest market of the Island of Réunion located on the waterfront of St-Paul.
Top guest reviews
Host:
our hosts made us feel welcome and they were genuine nice peoplethe hosts were super nice and provided us with with lots of advice on what to do in reunionchrifa and her family are very friendly hostsshe and her family are very friendly and helpful still we had our privacywe learned a lot about reunion through conversations with our host highly recommendedRead more reviewsLocation:
we would recommend this place
2. Comfortable studio with pool
This listing is a comfortable studio located in a quiet residential area. It is independent of the owner’s property yet close to their villa in case of a requirement. The one-room accommodation includes a double bed, a small baby bed, laundry facilities and access to the swimming pool and garden area. Guests will also find a table and chair in the outdoors to soak in the beauty of the view in the evenings or while having meals. A microwave and refrigerator are available for use by the guests and they can also avail French breakfast at an additional charge. For guests travelling with kids, children’s dinnerware is available. Books and toys for keeping them entertained are provided for as well. The listing is Wi-Fi enabled.
Saint Paul, RéunionSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
carolyne's studio is very nice decorated comfortable and cleanHost:
the family is very welcoming and helpful with many recommendationsgreat place carolyne was super friendly and gave us great tips for day trips in the neighborhoodRead more reviewsLocation:
the neighborhood is upscale and the best location to get around the islandexcelent place just 10 minutes by car from best beaches on reunion
3. Private room in a family home (from USD 17)
This Airbnb listing comprises of a private room in a centrally located family home with nice views of the ocean and the sunsets. The guests have access to the shared bathroom and kitchen space along with the large terrace.
Breakfast is included with the booking and the guests have the option of availing lunch and dinner on request as well. Other amenities include Wi-Fi access, washing and ironing facilities. The location is about 20 minutes away from the beach and on the road to Maido and is near the bus stop and shops as well.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the room offers nice views of the oceanfreddy and his family made me feel a very comfortable staying with themRead more reviewsLocation:
this is a beautiful house in a quiet and convenient spot close to stthe room was very clean and the location was close enough to most big cities on the island
4. Private room in bungalow with pool and outdoor shower (from USD 32)
This property is a private bungalow near the centre of Plateau Pebble and close to St. Paul and St. Gilles both. The Airbnb listing comprises of a private room in the house with access to the swimming pool and the terrace area. The shower is outdoor but independent. Breakfast is included with the booking. The listing is also accommodative of four-legged companions of the guests. The listing is Wi-Fi enabled.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
very nice and clean placecute cozy and clean little bungalow in the garden of the houseRead more reviewsHost:
she is a great host and we felt very welcome
5. Private room in a villa with infinity pool (from USD 81)
This Airbnb is a private bedroom with stylish and modern interiors in a villa located just five minutes from St Paul. The house itself is beautiful, well located to visit the west coast of the island and is located on a cul-de-sac with private access. The guests have access to the large private terrace with lounge, the gazebo and the infinity pool with a view of the Indian Ocean. Other amenities include Wi-Fi access, a television in the bedroom, laundry facilities, free parking on premises. The listing also has a separate entrance.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
stunning swimming pool and big taras all with magnificent viewthe house is beautiful pool and garden are always open still there is enough privacyRead more reviewsHost:
christine and christian were very welcoming hosts we very much enjoyed our stay with themyou can't have nicer or more generous hosts even felt like friends in their home
6. Stylish and modern room in a homestay (from USD 81)
This listing is a chic and stylish room in an Airbnb homestay with a view of the horizon. The tastefully decorated bedroom comes with a double bed, a floor mattress and a crib and has french doors that open onto a terrace lounge. The guests have access to both the terrace lounge and the other lounge with the hot tub and garden furniture in addition to the grassy yard (hot tub access entails an additional charge, however).
Also included with the room is a coffee maker, a teapot, mini-fridge, Wi-Fi access, washing and ironing facilities. Among the optional features, guests can choose to avail breakfast on the weekends and request for the semi-professional telescope.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
with a very big and modern bathroom and a balcony with a wonderful viewthe room has all kinds of well thought out equippment from fridge to hair dryer dishes free coffeeCleanliness:
very komfortable and nice and clean roomRead more reviewsHost:
jacky and yasmine are so nice and kind people we recommend staying here
7. Private room in bungalow (from USD 34)
This Airbnb is a private room in a well-appointed bungalow that offers a large pool, views of the mountainside and the sea along with an outdoor cooking station and a barbecue. The accommodation comprises of a bedroom with a queen-sized bed, a television set and a kitchenette with a refrigerator, a microwave, a toaster and a kettle. Other facilities include Wi-Fi access, laundry facilities and free parking on the premises. The listing is centrally located for guests to explore the island and the beaches. There are also a number of snorkelling places nearby.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the flat was small but very cozy and had a good ac so we could have convenient sleeping temperatureson the other hand beautiful swimming pool with nice viewnice view spacious pool beautiful garden very friendly and helpful ownerbreakfast and dinner is ouside under the roof of the stay very nice viewRead more reviewsCleanliness:
the place is beautiful clean and tidy
8. Single room in shared accommodation (from USD 28)
This Airbnb is a basic accommodation for one or two persons in a house located on the west of the island. Sleeping arrangements include a single bed and a pull-out single bed. Guests also have access to the terrace and the garden space. With the booking, guests can also avail local meals of their choice at an additional charge of EURO 6.5 (USD 7.5) per person and laundry facilities at an additional charge of EURO 6 (USD 7) per person. The listing is a 20-minute drive away from the beach, a 10-minute drive from local shops. For guests without their vehicles, the bus stop is close to the house.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the room does not have air condition but a fan was helpful in the hot summerit was quiet and nice showerCleanliness:
the household is clean and quietRead more reviewsHost:
we had an accident with our car in the morning and they were so gracious and helpful
9. Two-bedroom apartment
This Airbnb is a two-bedroom apartment with a beautiful outdoor area and sea views. It is located perfectly for guests wanting to be early to visit Maido early in the morning when others are still stuck in traffic jams. Sleeping arrangements at the listing include a double bedroom and a second bedroom with a double bed and a single bed. The listing comes with a well-appointed kitchen equipped with all the appliances and paraphernalia that you will need. Other amenities include television, Wi-Fi access, a barbecue grill.
10. One-bedroom flat close to downtown
This Airbnb is a one-bedroom flat with a lounge area, an indoor and outdoor dining space, a fully equipped kitchen and a spacious balcony with plenty of seating. Breakfast is included with the booking.
For indoor entertainment purposes, there is a large flat-screen television in the lounge area and Wi-Fi access. Other amenities include laundry facilities and free on-premises parking. The listing is in close proximity to the city centre, petrol station, pharmacy, bakery, departmental store, hospital, making it very convenient for the guests.
What to do when in Saint-Paul?
Now that you’ve got accommodation covered, it’s time to plan your days through the holiday with the best attractions in and around town. Don’t miss out on the marine cemetery, La Part des Anges distillery, the Saint-Gilles Beach Resort, the street and craft markets, the Villèle Historical museum, l’Eperon craft village, the Réunion Aquarium, the Saint-Paul Marshes, the Maïdo forest road and the underwater walkway of Ermitage.
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