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Aparthotel

The Dorchester

3.0 star property
Aparthotel with free parking, a quick walk to Emancipation Park

Photo gallery for The Dorchester

Deep soaking tub, hydromassage showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Fridge, stovetop, coffee/tea maker, toaster
View from property
Family Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Private kitchen | Fridge, stovetop, coffee/tea maker, toaster
Point of interest
The Dorchester sits in Kingston's center, offering a quiet garden retreat with a playground for families. Guests connect with in-room WiFi and relax on the scenic terrace. Its location puts travelers within easy reach of historic Devon House for afternoon explorations.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Apart-hotel

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

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About this property

The Dorchester

Aparthotel with free parking, a quick walk to Emancipation Park
Along with laundry facilities, this aparthotel has express check-in and express check-out. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, a picnic area, and a front-desk safe are onsite. The apartment has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a private yard. Guests can enjoy a deep soaking tub, and other amenities include a kitchen with a refrigerator and a stovetop.
This aparthotel offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3-star aparthotel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs and hydromassage showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Kingston aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Cable television is provided. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Playground

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub or hydromassage showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Portable fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free bottled water
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk

Location highlights

  • In a business district
  • In a historical district
  • In a national park
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 2 units
  • Garden
  • Reception hall

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 8 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 5 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cleaning fee: USD 35 per accommodation, per stay (varies per unit)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 45 per room (one-way)
  • Housekeeping fee: USD 35 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 8 percent

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay, PayPal, and Cash App
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, 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
This property is professionally cleaned

Property is also known as

Dorchester Apartment Kingston
Dorchester Kingston
The Dorchester Kingston
The Dorchester Aparthotel
The Dorchester Aparthotel Kingston

About the neighborhood

Located in New Kingston, a neighborhood in Kingston, this aparthotel is in a national park. Devon House and Jamaica House are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Emancipation Park and Jamaica Beaches. Kingston and St. Andrew Parish Library and Bob Marley Museum are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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Map
2 Norwood Ave, Kingston, St. Andrew Parish

What's nearby

  • Emancipation Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kingston and St. Andrew Parish Library - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Devon House - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Bob Marley Museum - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Jamaica House - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Manley Intl. Airport (KIN) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tastee - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪24 Seven Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Island Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Dorchester pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Dorchester?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Dorchester?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Dorchester?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does The Dorchester provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 45 per room applies.

Where is The Dorchester located?

Located in New Kingston, this aparthotel is within a 15-minute walk of Emancipation Park and Kingston and St. Andrew Parish Library. Devon House and Bob Marley Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

The Dorchester Reviews

6.4

7.4

Cleanliness

6.8

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

7.0

Eco-friendliness

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 16 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was great . I enjoyed my stay and will surely return in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Amenities
Location is great and secure. We were on the 3rd floor and thre is an elevator but there is a long flight of stairs to get it. Both Bedrooms are air-conditioned but they have a sensor that turns them of if the doors are left open longer than 3 minutes and also seems to go off if there is no movement for a period of time. The living room and dining room area is VERY HOT and only has a fan. TV seems to have good channels but is only in the living room, none in the bedrooms.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sheryl

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The apartment was central, the picture made it look way better than it is. There was a round table covered with the old time plastic and an old dirty looking brown sofa in the living room, the curtains looks cheap. Two different type of tiles on the floor . The beds hard especially in the room with the two twin bed. The bathroom in the queen bedroom the faucet was falling off and was leaking . I was going for a funeral and was only spending three nights so I had to tough it out. Needs serious upgrades.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamillia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I love the stay but they need to fix the AC in the main room and also put AC in the living room
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Selena Mary Grace

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property look run down compared to its pictures. Ac is only in bedrooms, 1 bedrooms ac was leaking A LOT. Definitely wasnt worth it! Went to wipe the floor and looked like it hadnt been swept in months!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Josephine Anglin-

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Didn’t like the air condition system . No AC in living room . AC in bedrooms go on and off during the night. Kingston is too hot not to have 24 hr AC.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

kenroy

No one was there when I arrived I did arrive late but I called even the next day and no one answering the phones
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Clive

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jorge Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Excelente opción en Jamaica

Bien ubicado, personal amable. Lo único malo es que no tienen terminal para pagar en el lugar.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was central to the airport, shopping mall and recreation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

ROBIN, mirimar

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the location. The apartment however was under construction..The kitchen and bathroom cupboards stored paint and other chemical supplies..The closets stored barrels, the doors are all dirty. The bathroom odor is worse than any septic. It scent disturbs your rest especially at night.. The shower curtain is mouldy.. There is no washing facility in the apartment, there is filthy dark hole on the ground floor for tenants to pay JA$400 to wash and JA$400 to spin your clothes because they are far from dry.. The apartment needs much work to be done.. It is hazardous and unsafe .
Stayed 16 nights in Apr 2022

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Apt bldg reminded me of low income housing. Receptionist not equipped to assist effectively.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was really great for me the location was excellent and close to almost everything I would book again and so should you.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the location of the property, it was surrounding by hot spots and amenities. This is my 2nd time staying at this property and i like it. The care taker Mr. Hall was wonderful. The only thing I did not like was the contact information provided on Expedia was incorrect. Which ended up causing some communication issues.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

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