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Jay's Guest House

Blue Mountains, Epping Farm District Hagley Gap P.O, Epping Farm, Jamaica – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.4/10! (score from 31 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.2
Very Good
31 reviews

The Jackson family and everyone working at the guest house were really friendly and welcoming. It was such a treat to have lovely homecooked meals and Sandra took into account all our dietary needs. This is the perfect place to do the Blue Mountain Peak hike, which was stunning. The beds were super comfy!

Josephine Albania

The views were exceptional. The rustic, country feel was everything.

Sherry Jamaica

The view was amazing but that’s not the best part. The family is really nice and will take care of you very well and are nice company!

Thijmen Netherlands

Family run stay as close as it gets to the beginning of the trail

Alisa France

Excellent location to get on to the Blue Mountain Peak. We stayed in the newly built Jay's Guesthouse 2 in which we had a very nice room and terrace with view of the Blue Mountains. Great Breakfast and Dinner, too. Last but not least, the host Angela and everyone else were extremely nice and made this a very memorable part of our travel to Jamaica.

Matthias Germany

Perfect location for Blue Montain tracking, friendly staff, excellent organization of transfer+ guide Huge amount of food, Highly recommended🙂

Katalin Hungary

Maybe the kindest people in Jamaica. Miss Jacksons smile and laugh was a special highlight for us. Very authentic experience. The house was nice and clean. The guesthouse arranged a tour to the summit of blue mountain with sunrise and we had a great trip. The food was good and was made of local and traditional Jamaican crops.

Jens Denmark

Amazing experience! perfectly located near the Blue Mountain trail. Jay did everything he could do to make our stay as comfortable as possible and organised everything so we could hike to the peak! The whole Jackson family were very welcoming with lovely home cooked food and a great room with an excellent shower, perfect for after the hike! Transport transfers were good and easy and can’t forget about the coffee, don’t miss out! highly recommend for Blue Mountain visits!

Sam United Kingdom

mr and mrs jackson are incredible hosts. and the dinner was totally delicious 😀 the guide up the peak was fantastic in terms of knowledge, patience and great company. the driver to/from Kingston was great.

Emma Austria

The time at Jays was a Wonderful experience, it’s super chilled and the views are some of the best I’ve seen in the mountains. Jay and his family are so accommodating and warm, it’s like being at home. Jays knowledge of the local areas is integral to your experience there, he knows all the best adventures to go on. The coffee he grows and roasts himself is probably the best coffee I’ve ever had too.

Greg United Kingdom
8.2
Very Good
31 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “The Jackson family and everyone working at the guest house were really friendly and welcoming. It was such a treat to have lovely homecooked meals and Sandra took into account all our dietary needs.”
    Josephine Josephine Albania Albania
  • “The views were exceptional. The rustic, country feel was everything.”
    Sherry Sherry Jamaica Jamaica
  • “The view was amazing but that’s not the best part. The family is really nice and will take care of you very well and are nice company!”
    Thijmen Thijmen Netherlands Netherlands
  • “Family run stay as close as it gets to the beginning of the trail”
    Alisa Alisa France France
  • “Excellent location to get on to the Blue Mountain Peak. We stayed in the newly built Jay's Guesthouse 2 in which we had a very nice room and terrace with view of the Blue Mountains.”
    Matthias Matthias Germany Germany
  • “Perfect location for Blue Montain tracking, friendly staff, excellent organization of transfer+ guide Huge amount of food, Highly recommended🙂”
    Katalin Katalin Hungary Hungary
  • “Maybe the kindest people in Jamaica. Miss Jacksons smile and laugh was a special highlight for us. Very authentic experience. The house was nice and clean.”
    Jens Jens Denmark Denmark
  • “Amazing experience! perfectly located near the Blue Mountain trail. Jay did everything he could do to make our stay as comfortable as possible and organised everything so we could hike to the peak!”
    Sam Sam United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “mr and mrs jackson are incredible hosts. and the dinner was totally delicious 😀 the guide up the peak was fantastic in terms of knowledge, patience and great company.”
    Emma Emma Austria Austria
  • “The time at Jays was a Wonderful experience, it’s super chilled and the views are some of the best I’ve seen in the mountains. Jay and his family are so accommodating and warm, it’s like being at...”
    Greg Greg United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff9.4
  • Facilities 7.6
  • Cleanliness 8.7
  • Comfort 8.5
  • Value for money 7.4
  • Location 9.4
  • Free WiFi10
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Featuring free WiFi and a barbecue, Jay's Guest House offers accommodations in Epping Farm. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Free private parking is available on site.

Certain units feature a seating area for your convenience.

There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. Guests can take on hiking to the Blue Mountain Peak as the trial is fifteen minutes from the guest house. Coffee farm tours, fruit tasting, river tours and other sigh seeing adventures are available. Jamaican Jerked chicken with festival is one of the many meals than can be prepared here.

The guest house also offers car hire. Kingston is 12 mi from Jay's Guest House, while Port Antonio is 15 mi away. The nearest airport is Kingston Airport, 12 mi from Jay's Guest House.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Jay's Guest House has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Aug 19, 2016

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Most popular amenities
Airport shuttle
Restaurant
Free WiFi
Free parking
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar
Breakfast

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, American

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Room Type
Sleeps
 
1 full bed
1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.4
Facilities
7.6
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
7.4
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
10
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  • Josephine
    AlbaniaAlbania
    “The Jackson family and everyone working at the guest house were really friendly and welcoming. It was such a treat to have lovely homecooked meals and Sandra took into account all our dietary needs. This is the perfect place to do the Blue...”
  • S
    Sherry
    JamaicaJamaica
    “The views were exceptional. The rustic, country feel was everything.”
  • Thijmen
    NetherlandsNetherlands
    “The view was amazing but that’s not the best part. The family is really nice and will take care of you very well and are nice company!”
  • Alisa
    FranceFrance
    “Family run stay as close as it gets to the beginning of the trail”
  • Matthias
    GermanyGermany
    “Excellent location to get on to the Blue Mountain Peak. We stayed in the newly built Jay's Guesthouse 2 in which we had a very nice room and terrace with view of the Blue Mountains. Great Breakfast and Dinner, too. Last but not least, the host...”
  • Katalin
    HungaryHungary
    “Perfect location for Blue Montain tracking, friendly staff, excellent organization of transfer+ guide Huge amount of food, Highly recommended🙂”
  • Jens
    DenmarkDenmark
    “Maybe the kindest people in Jamaica. Miss Jacksons smile and laugh was a special highlight for us. Very authentic experience. The house was nice and clean. The guesthouse arranged a tour to the summit of blue mountain with sunrise and we had a...”
  • Sam
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Amazing experience! perfectly located near the Blue Mountain trail. Jay did everything he could do to make our stay as comfortable as possible and organised everything so we could hike to the peak! The whole Jackson family were very welcoming...”
  • Emma
    AustriaAustria
    “mr and mrs jackson are incredible hosts. and the dinner was totally delicious 😀 the guide up the peak was fantastic in terms of knowledge, patience and great company. the driver to/from Kingston was great.”
  • Greg
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “The time at Jays was a Wonderful experience, it’s super chilled and the views are some of the best I’ve seen in the mountains. Jay and his family are so accommodating and warm, it’s like being at home. Jays knowledge of the local areas is integral...”
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  • So do you offer a guide up the peak?? Are there others staying there that you know want to climb? Thanks.
    Yeah we offer guided tour to the peak. There isn't any other travellers booked now who'd be available to travel with you to the peak.
    Answered on 9 January 2021
  • Hi. My name is Emma, I'd like to come late afternoon of 18th and stay one night. I would like to hike up the mountain on morning of the 19th: would a guide be able to go up/down with me? also, are you able to organize a lift up/down from Kingston? i am solo travellor without car. thanks! Emma
    Hey Emma, Thanks for expressing your interest in staying here with us. Please contact me via whatsapp at 18763218204. I'll provide detailed information with prices to make it easier for you. Thanks, Jay
    Answered on 14 November 2021
  • Am I reading this correctly that you are charging 33$ us a night for a dorm bed. Seems very pricey?? I wanted to stay to go up blue mountains. Thanks
    Yeah thats right. It is inclusive of breakfast. There are other charges that may occur depending on the service required.
    Answered on 8 January 2021
  • I am coming with a local of Mobay in a rental car, and I heard you need a 4-wheel to get to your place? Is that correct? If so, is there somewhere we can park safely, leave the rental parked overnight, and get picked up by someone?
    Yes, Mavis Bank Police Station
    Answered on 10 August 2022
  • Dear Jay,I will be travelling through Jamaica on Monday 24th to get back to The UK. I will be staying 1 night How much is a taxi from the airport to yours ,please Karen
    Contact me directly, I will provide all the details.
    Answered on 22 May 2021

Hosted by Aden 'Ojay' Jackson

9.3
Host Review Score
Aden 'Ojay' Jackson
Want a rustic experience? Jay's Guest House is the ideal place to rest, eat and enjoy the mist of the Blue Mountains. Offering scrumptious Jamaican home-cooked meals, friendly staffs and an authentic nature interaction, there i€™s no better place to be. No cash? Don't worry, we accept PAYPAL. The business is owned and operated by Aden ‘Ojay’ Jackson. The guest house has three rooms (2 private with queen sized beds and a dorm with 3 bunks). Therefore 10 guests can be hosted quite comfortably. Kitchen has refrigerator, stove, microwave and washing sink. Services that can be expected are free WIFI, Blue Mountain Peak hiking, Coffee farms tours (SouthField, Penlyne, Monkey Hill), river tour and community walks. There is a mini bar in the property where travelers can buy a alcoholic and non-alcohol beverages or simply snacks for their stay. Relaxing reggae music can be expected with occasional interaction with locals. Come and taste the scrumptious Jerked-chicken, fried breadfruits and festivals prepared on sight. Transportation can be provided if requested from a location of choice or ask for directions to the guest house.
I was raised as a child in this dynamic community where I attended elementary and primary schools. This provided the opportunity to be socially grounded with the settled citizens and a knowledge base for the distinctive production of coffee in the Blue Mountains. As an authentic football fan, I support Arsenal Fc in the EPL and Olympique Lyon in Ligue 1. My greatest motivator is my father. I was raised being accustomed to his dedicated work ethics and determination thus it has influenced my life goals positively. It would be an eventful experience having you as a guest as you will learn more about the Jamaican culture, language, foods etc. A quote from one of my favourite Jamaican artist, Loyal Flames, is: "Keep Focus".
Jay's Guest House is located in Epping Farm District, exactly on the foothills of the Blue Mountain Peak. The neighbourhood is quite friendly and relaxing. Perfectly landscaped with tall trees and other vegetation. It's all natural.
Language spoken: English
Area info *
1 Restaurant On Site

    Restaurant

    Food: Local

Amenities of Jay's Guest House
Most popular amenities
Airport shuttle
Restaurant
Free WiFi
Free parking
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar
Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional bathroom
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Guest bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • River view
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Evening entertainment
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Pet bowls
  • Convenience store on site
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance
  • Car rental
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Spa
  • Foot bath
  • Hairstyling
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Hair treatments
  • Makeup services
  • Waxing services
  • Beauty services
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

12:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Check-out

6:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Legal info

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Jay's Guest House

  • Jay's Guest House has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • Jay's Guest House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Evening entertainment
    • Hair treatments
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Foot bath
    • Waxing services
    • Pedicure
    • Walking tours
    • Manicure
    • Beauty services
    • Hairstyling
    • Cooking class
    • Makeup services

  • Check-in at Jay's Guest House is from 12:30 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Yes, Jay's Guest House is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Jay's Guest House is 1,300 feet from the center of Epping Farm.

  • Guests staying at Jay's Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • American
    • À la carte

  • Room options at Jay's Guest House include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Bed in Dorm

  • The prices at Jay's Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.