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jaytee309
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Posted on: 4:15 pm,February 24, 2005
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We are planning a trip to St. John's in May and are planning on staying at Gallows Point. What are the lower harbor view units like? Are the upper units worth the extra cost?


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Posted on: 10:24 am,February 25, 2005
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We've stayed only in upper units both harbor and ocean side. I'd pay the extra money just to be able to have the huge window/doors wide open at night and not worry about being exposed on ground level. St. John is safe, but as with anyplace, things can happen. I think I'd sleep better with windows wide open one story up ANYPLACE I might stay anywhere.

Consider also that there will be some noise on the harbor side with the ferries and the comings and goings of other boats. I love the harbor side's activities; fun to watch. Others might prefer the quieter side of Gallows- the ocean side.

Regardless, you'll have tons of fun.


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Posted on: 8:24 pm,February 25, 2005
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I am planning my next vacation to St John and plan on booking an upper harbor view at Gallows. I agree with tetheredin colorado 100%. We also like having our windows open at night and love having our own balcony for the view and the privacy. For the most part, we try to have a balcony where ever we stay.


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