The Dorchester 2 - 8 Norwood Ave., New Kingston, Kingston, Jamaica
#46 of 124 vacation rentals in Kingston
Guests' ChoiceBased on 32 apartment reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.5
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.7
Value for money
8.9
Free Wifi
10.0
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Reviewed: September 5, 2025
Nicola
United KingdomGreat location and a beautiful view! The host was very helpful and took the time to explain everything.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: June 28, 2025
Christine
NetherlandsLiving room not air conditioned so it did get rather hot even wt the windows open n fan blazing.
Nice views. Apartment well equipped wt washing machines n dryers in a communal area. The owner was very accommodating easily accessible and responsive.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: April 23, 2025
Paula
United KingdomThe apartment is over a set of commercial buildings and access to the apartment is via a set of stairs then the lift. However the host was helpful and help us to carry our luggage up the stairs to the lift.
Brilliant Location/amazing views especially at night- easy access to the local facilities such as Emancipation park, and all the food outlets are within walking distance. Devon house is nearby. The host was welcoming and showed us how to access the building and use the facilities.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 19, 2025
Maria
United KingdomN/A
The host met me at the property. He gave a very informative tour of the accommodation. The apartment was very clean. The location was perfect. Bonus - beautiful sea view
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: March 13, 2025
Alfred
United KingdomWi Fi
Location and manage service
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: January 20, 2025
Simone
JamaicaThe cleaners came too early and there's no AC in the living/dining area.
I liked the view and the property location.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: December 29, 2024
Dahllia
Jamaicanothing everything was great
The location was awesome, everything was within walking distance
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: November 12, 2024
Coto
United StatesN/a
Everything. The host was exceptionally attentive.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: May 9, 2024
Jackline
NetherlandsThe apartment has an amazing view of the sea and great facilities like the AC. It's in a great location and is close to a lot of things. The host, Mark, is also very friendly
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: December 18, 2023
Pauline
United KingdomThe host was great, accessible and met us at the property to explain how everything worked. Accommodation was a good size, exceptionally clean in a location was ideal to access food, entertainment and transport. Security on the gate were pleasant and diligent.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: October 22, 2023
Brett
AustraliaAircon system is great in the bedrooms but does not extend to the living room. Not a problem as long as there is a breeze.
Nice secure flat with everything you need for a home away from home. Good views out over the city. Short walk to Shops.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 3, 2023
Denise
United KingdomEverything was great, there was nothing to complain about.
very relaxed quiet location, beautiful Seaview,
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: April 24, 2023
Chance
United StatesThe check in process was fast and the location was great!
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: April 4, 2023
Suzette
JamaicaThe stairs to the entrance and the tiny elevator 😅😅
The host, excellent service and the place was very clean and fresh....
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: March 2, 2023
Alecia
United KingdomVery clean, Eco friendly apartment. Host very welcoming. Great location.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: December 7, 2022
Stuart
United KingdomNothing.
Good location, comfortable apartment & very friendly/helpful host Mark.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: January 31, 2025
Geordie
United KingdomThe shower in the main bedroom didn't work. I pointed it out to Mark and he arranged to have a plumber in to fix it. Luckily there was a shower in the other bedroom. The ceiling fan appeared to be insecure, so we didn't use it. Mark said it was actually secure; it was just the top cover had worked loose, making it appear worse than it actually was. There was a lack of cutlery. If there had been more than 2 people it would have been totally inadequate.
Mark, our host, greeted us at the apartment, even though we didn't arrive until 3am due to a 6 hour flight delay. He was friendly and very comprehensive in giving us information about the apartment and potential trips we might want to do. The apartment was airy and comfortable, with good views over the city to the ocean.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: August 25, 2024
Journey
United StatesThe AC wasn't working in both rooms on the first night. My family had to open the windows and was literally up all day with my 6 months old baby because it was sorching inside. The owner came in the afternoon and did some servicing of the AC. So I was happy about that because we were so fatigued. I also didn't like the small tiny elevator 😕 to get to our floor, imagine inside that with suitcases. Two persons at a time max. The building was old-fashioned and a bit rundown. The decor inside was mediocre and needed some upkeeping, but nonetheless, it was great that the rooms had their own bathroom and fresh towels.
The owner, Alexander, was very thorough and responsive to our needs at day time. Don't let anything happen after hours, though. Secondly, I actually like that it was right in the city and convenient for quick errand runs and entertainment. Literally walking distance from Emancipation Park.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: September 16, 2023
Davis
United KingdomThe air condition came off everytime you came out off the bedroom the door doesnt lock properly so the room could get cool enough. The kitchen was a furnace very hot. The front room was hot too even with kitchen window open and front room door it was still hot. The fan just blow hot air in the front room it needs ac in the front room. .There was no washing machind in the apartment. The front room had windows which went all the way down to the floor which did not close so any insect could crawl in. The kitchen windows had no grill.
Location bathroom in both bedrooms.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 23, 2025
Anonymous
CanadaStairs and elevator not good. The outer property could do with a makeover. Wash area was awfully dirty. The washing machines and dryer were old and extremely dirty. Woman at the front desk was not very friendly.
The location was an asset. It was very close to all the amenities that I had to get to. Room and bathrooms were okay, they all had a/c. The kitchen was a blessing we were able to cook. Loved the view from the balcony. Loved that I could key myself in and no one else could get access to the apartment.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: June 12, 2025
Anonymous
United StatesThe only downside was, if you have a lot of luggage, you have to walk up the stairs to access the elevator to the floors above. However, once there it is worth it and would definitely stay there again.
The host Mark was wonderful, very helpful, was there on checkin and explained everything. Great safe easy access location with parking and a restaurant right next door. The accommodation was nice, clean and comfortable with adequate supplies.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: July 21, 2025
Abigail
QatarThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: June 29, 2025
Karla
JamaicaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: December 16, 2024
Hannes
GermanyThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2024
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