Kencot Travel Guide
Kingston
Popular places to visit
Bob Marley Museum
This legend of reggae music made Jamaica famous all over the world, and you can learn all about his fascinating history right here.
Devon House
Explore the opulent home of Jamaica’s first black millionaire, go shopping and sample the famous ice cream in the mansion’s courtyard.
Emancipation Park
Take a morning jog, enjoy pleasant tropical scents or admire the artwork in Kingston’s favorite park, a tribute to Jamaican residents’ journey to freedom.
University of the West Indies
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of the West Indies during your travels in Kingston. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.
National Gallery of Jamaica
Discover the most famous Jamaican artists of the last 100 years in the oldest museum in the Anglophone Caribbean.
National Heroes Park
Enjoy the sunny outdoors and learn all about Jamaica’s greatest sons and daughters at this huge public park, filled with pieces of modern sculpture.
Top hotels in Kencot
S Hotel Kingston
First time staying in Kingston and my time at the S Hotel with my family was perfect. Great service, delicious breakfast buffet and comfortable rooms. Special shout-out to Moya for accommodating our requests.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
ROK Hotel Kingston, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
This is a nice hotel to stay but prospective clients should be alerted that you'd have to pay $1500 jmd for parking. This is due to the hotel apparently not owning the parking facility and they need to either cover the cost for their checked in clients or tell clients upfront that paid parking is ...
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
R Hotel Kingston
The room was clean, she staff was friendly and not to mention breakfast staff Susan she was very friendly also the food was good. yes I would staff there again.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
The Jamaica Pegasus Hotel
Room was clean Loooove the gym Restaurant food was some of the best I had on the trip. They recommended Oneil a wonderful taxi driver Combined effect made for a superb Vacation.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Kingston, Jamaica
The hotel and the staff were lovely and the hotel is conveniently located central to everything.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Grand Hotel Excelsior Port Royal
Peaceful and clean, helpful and professional staff, beautiful scenery, excellent food. I grew up in that town and love that they employ some locals. I was treated like royalty even by the staff who didn’t know me. I was feeling nostalgic and proud, The hotel is a hidden gem and less than 10 minutes ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kencot
Trenchtown
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Trenchtown. You might want to make time for a stop at Carib 5 Cinema or Serenity Park.
Whitfield Town
When in Whitfield Town, you can plan a visit to Kingston and St. Andrew Parish Library and Devon House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
New Kingston
New Kingston is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Devon House and Little Theater while in the area.
Eastwood Park
Though Eastwood Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Devon House and Tropical Plaza.
Half Way Tree
When in Half Way Tree, you can plan a visit to Devon House and Kings House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Eden Gardens
If you're spending some time in Eden Gardens, National Stadium and Little Theater are top sights worth seeing.
