Caribbean getaway in Jamaica's historical district where travelers can relax in lush gardens and enjoy revitalizing spa treatments near Blue Mountain Peak
Forres Park Resort & Spa offers a tranquil retreat with garden grounds and an arcade/game room. Enjoy massages and facials at the spa, rent bikes to explore, use barbecue grills for outdoor meals, and take advantage of on-site laundry facilities.
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Standard Room, Balcony, Mountain View
Highlights
Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Rollaway/extra beds
Fan
Shower/tub combination
Garden view
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
Superior Room
Highlights
Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Garden view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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Family Triple Room
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
About the neighborhood
Located in Mavis Bank, Forres Park Resort & Spa is in the historical district and near the airport. Bob Marley Museum and Little Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Devon House and Jamaica House. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at National Stadium. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Mavis Bank travel guide
Mavis Bank, Blue Mountains, St. Andrew, Mavis Bank, Saint Andrew
What's nearby
University of the West Indies
18 min drive - 8.3 miles
Bob Marley Museum
24 min drive - 11.1 miles
Hope Zoo
18 min drive - 8.0 miles
Hope Botanical Gardens
19 min drive - 8.2 miles
United States of America Embassy
21 min drive - 10.1 miles
Getting around
Norman Manley Intl. Airport (KIN)
70 min drive
Restaurants
UWI Students' Union
25 min drive
Crystal Edge Restaurant
26 min drive
Rasta Man Shed
21 min drive
Cafe Blue
26 min drive
Tastee
22 min drive
About this property
Forres Park Resort & Spa
Hotel in the historical district
Located close to Blue Mountain Peak and University of the West Indies, Forres Park Resort & Spa provides a terrace, a garden, and an arcade/game room. Indulge in a manicure/pedicure, a facial, and a massage at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at The Roost, the on-site restaurant. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and self parking (surcharge)
1 meeting room, a billiards/pool table, and a banquet hall
Barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and shampoo
Self parking on site (surcharge; includes in/out privileges)
Food and drink
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 12 per person
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
The Roost
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Bicycle rentals
Billiards/pool table
Full-service spa
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
In-room kitchenette
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Guest services
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
Meeting room
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Full-service spa
Facials
Manicures/pedicures
Massage
Accessibility
No elevator
More
3 floors
Banquet hall
Mosquito nets
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Kitchenette
More
Fan
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 4:30 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8.00 to 12.00 per person
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work
Property is also known as
Forres Park Resort Mavis Bank
Forres Park Resort
Forres Park Mavis Bank
Forres Park Resort And Spa
Forres Park Hotel Kingston
Forres Park Resort & Spa Jamaica/Kingston
Forres Park Resort & Spa Hotel
Forres Park Resort & Spa Mavis Bank
Forres Park Resort & Spa Hotel Mavis Bank
Frequently asked questions
Is Forres Park Resort & Spa pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for a fee.
What time is check-in at Forres Park Resort & Spa?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Forres Park Resort & Spa?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Forres Park Resort & Spa located?
Situated near the airport, this spa hotel is 9.5 mi (15.2 km) from Blue Mountain Peak and 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from University of the West Indies. Bob Marley Museum and National Stadium are also within 16 mi (25 km).
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Reviews
Forres Park Resort & Spa Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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It was a nice get away, we were the only guests when we were there, both Breakfast and dinner were great! Very peaceful and beautiful to be just amongst the trees. We drove up the road, and got some snacks and drinks. There is a fridge in the common area, to keep the beer cold. A great place to see another part of Jamaica. Getting there is slow going, narrow and windy lots of potholes to avoid on the road, but worth it once you get there.
Mostly an excellent experience and the hostess and staff were really friendly and helpful. Two downsides are that they did not tell beforehand that dinners and breakfasts cost additionally. Dinner ($18-$24) and breakfast ($8-$10). Also there were some bugs in the room as there was a gap between the door and the door frame. Overall a great accommodation though and ideal for hikers interested in doing the blue mountain peak trail.
After a last minute booking, we were very well taken care of. Perfect departure for a very hard hike to the blue mountain peak. They gave us all the advices we needed. Really enjoyed the stay!
Endroit très agréable, niché dans la végétation, avec une belle vue sur les collines alentours.
Nous avons été très bien accueillis et avons pu dîner sur place, malgré une heure tardive. Nous recommandons le repas sur place qui était délicieux, et vous serez bercés par les bruits du ruisseau en mangeant. Très relaxant !
La chambre et les parties communes ont beaucoup de charme, bien que la salle de bain soit un peu vieillissante. Mais il nous a semblé qu’ils faisaient des travaux dans certains chambres.
Vous n’aurez pas le calme absolu à cause de la route, mais la chambre était bien isolée et nous n’entendions que les bruits de la nature depuis l’espace restauration et les jardins.
L’endroit est très accessible depuis Kingston, faites attention à quelques nids de poules, sinon la route est correcte dans son ensemble.
Manon
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Roger
Sep 23, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Sehr freundliches personal
Roger
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
6/10 Okay
Cherise
Mar 9, 2020
Mountain view
Was not offer soap, only towels, place was dusty. T.v was not working. Bad internet service. If you want a certain type of breakfast you have order the day before or settle for eggs and bacon. Nice view, had a hammock to relax in. Noisy outside in the morning because of traffic.
Cherise
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
8/10 Good
Bram
Nov 12, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Zeer geschikt voor birders.
Eenvoudig onderkomen, maar alles werkend aanwezig. Goed eten.
Zeer geschikt voor birders. Vanaf balkon 10 van de 28 endemen kunnen scoren.
Rustic is an apt term. Hot water and wifi were excellent though!
We ordered dinner each night and both were fantastic. The staff was very friendly and took great care of us. The first night we mentioned we liked Dragon Stout beer. The second night she had it for us.
We drove from Kingston and it was fairly scary. Other drivers were all courteous. One of us would move to the side for the other to pass on the narrow bumpy road.
About 90 minute drive from the hotel to the Blue Mountain base. I highly recommend hiring a driver. Marvin drove us- the road was treacherous.
The hike was very nice. A lot of elevation. It took us 2.5 hours and $20 USD each to climb. We did not have a guide for the hike. The paths were extremely clear.
Yasmin is the best! We love her! She provided great care and attention to detail.
D'Mo
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Aug 25, 2017
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Das Personal war sehr langsam und unorganisiert. Von Resort und Spa war nichts zu sehen. Die Unterkunft an sich war sauber und gut ausgestattet, Frühstück und Abendessen müssen am Vortag bestellt werden. Wenn man ein Getränk bestellt, dauert es ewig, bis es serviert wird. Der Preis, der für eine Blue Mountain Peak Tour verlangt wird, ist übertrieben.
Customer service was rubbish unprofessional and staff were rude and arrogant, the food we had ordered for room service was cold and with no flavour, our room lock was faulty and was locked out even the maintenance guy could not get into the room so finally after finding a long ladder he climbed in through the balcony.. we was given a upgraded room for our final 9 hrs off stay left at the hotel.... would not recommend this hotel at all.
Tahir
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017
8/10 Good
kdouble, Illinois
Oct 25, 2016
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Quaint hotel/guest house in the midst of nature.
This is a great little hotel (but really more of a guest house). I give the overall rating a 4 out of 5. I want to be clear I am not using a star rating like you might assign to the Intercontinental or Hyatt Regency, but more of a 4 out of 5 experience.
I believe that when you travel you need to connect with your surroundings. This hotel is located at 5,000 feet above sea level in the mountains of Jamaica. It's a lush setting and a different environment than most travelers on this site will ever experience.
The staff is excellent. Tanya and her team do a great job of making you feel at home. The chef is very accommodating with providing meals each day. The grounds are beautiful. I've been coming to this part of Jamaica for years and this a great trip and can thank the hosts for helping to contribute to my stay.
2 night stay is probably all the typical traveler needs before experiencing another location on the island.
Nous avons été accueilli par le chef de cuisine Roger qui est vraiment sympathique, contrairement à Shanique, une responsable du site, qui nous a servi le "minimum possible". Nous voulions essayer les trails du site et des alentours mais c'était compliqué d'avoir des informations, son attitude était plus ou moins agréable. Le Forres Park a un beau cachet et le site est très bien. Roger nous a concocté un excellent souper, il nous a même partagé sa recette et fait visiter les petits chalets à louer. Merci Roger!
Départ pour le Peak 190$US comprenant les déplacements, le guide et la nourriture, un peu cher.
I was spoiled by the staff and really wanted to stay longer. Very relaxing, no fuss about anything. Getting up to enjoy the sunshine and the picturesque views changed to my only goal. I felt safe, relaxed, comfortable and well-cared for -- exactly what I needed this weekend.