2/10 Terrible
Susan W.
16 Jun 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Susan W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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Keur Koura @The Ville
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Reviews
6.0 out of 10
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Explore the area
St. Louis, MO
- St. Louis University2 min drive
- Fox Theater2 min drive
- St. Louis Union Station4 min drive
- St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)18 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
The Annie Malone
2 Single Beds
The Dick Gregory
2 Single Beds
The Maya Angelou
2 Single Beds
The Scott Joplin
2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms
First level
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Second level
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Keur Koura @The Ville
Keur Koura @The Ville is an immaculately clean space, safe, and cheap sleep in St. Louis! Come experience an authentic stay in a historical neighborhood. Just minutes from Downtown, St. Louis University, and Harris Stowe College campuses.
St. Louis annexed this area in 1876. Originally home to German and Irish immigrants and a small proportion of African Americans, the Ville is most widely recognized for the strength of the African American community that developed in the neighborhood by 1930. From 1911 to 1950, The Ville was the center of African American culture within the city of St. Louis.
St. Louis annexed this area in 1876. Originally home to German and Irish immigrants and a small proportion of African Americans, the Ville is most widely recognized for the strength of the African American community that developed in the neighborhood by 1930. From 1911 to 1950, The Ville was the center of African American culture within the city of St. Louis.
Property manager
Dr. Koura Gibson
Languages
English, French, Spanish
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Do wash all dirty dishes.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
Property Registration Number LC10074991
About the area
St. Louis
Located in St. Louis, this holiday home is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Forest Park and Mississippi River, while Fox Theater and City Museum are cultural highlights. Check out an event or a game at Enterprise Center, and consider making time for St. Louis Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.
St. Louis, MO
What's nearby
- St. Louis University - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
- Fox Theater - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
- St. Louis Union Station - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
- City Museum - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
- Busch Stadium - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Bikers Corner - 7 min walk
- Rally's - 2 min drive
- ART Bar at Angad Arts Hotel - 2 min drive
- Jaden's Diner - 7 min walk
- Harlem Tap Room - 5 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
6.0
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window5.0/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Check-in
8.0/10
Communication
5.0/10
Location
6.0/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jill P.
27 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, great hostess!
Jill P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Kendra S.
2 Jun 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay for trip to zoo.
Kendra S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
4/10 Poor
Rachel H.
20 Aug 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
would not recommend
Rachel H.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
About the host
Hosted by Dr. Koura Gibson
I am Dr. Koura Gibson, a linguist, a teacher of French and Spanish, and a USA Track & Field master athlete. I run hurdles and triple jump, holding more than 7 national championship titles. I am an Africanist, trained @Howard University's African Studies and Research Department. I also curate and sell African Art @galleri Sowei, my home gallery. I love traveling to far and fascinating places around the world. I am honored to host you at my home in St. Louis. I welcome all guests of many nations and nationalities.
Why they chose this property
The Ville is a historic neighborhood located in North St. Louis, Missouri. It has had a long history of African-American businesses and residents. The Ville traces its name back to when the area was called Elleardsville after a prominent resident of the area, Charles Elleard, who once owned the Ville land. St. Louis annexed this area in 1876. Originally home to German and Irish immigrants and a small proportion of African Americans, the Ville is most widely recognized for the strength of the African-American community that developed in the neighborhood by 1930.
This neighborhood is bounded by St. Louis Avenue on the north, Martin Luther King Drive on the south, Sarah on the east and Taylor on the west.
This neighborhood is bounded by St. Louis Avenue on the north, Martin Luther King Drive on the south, Sarah on the east and Taylor on the west.
What makes this property unique
The home is newly renovated. It is a basic set-up and priced accordingly. It is priced economically to host guests that are not too fussy. It is immaculately clean and very safe. It is located in the historic neighborhood of the Ville.
Languages:
English, French, Spanish
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