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The 10 Best Hostels in Kingston, Jamaica

Some of the best backpacker spots in Kingston

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Set in Kingston, Gordon Town Kotch features a garden, shared lounge and free WiFi. There is free private parking and the property offers paid airport shuttle service.

The units feature bed linen.

The property is tastefully decorated and peaceful. There are many sitting areas and the bed is super comfortable. In addition there is a full size kitchen available. This is the perfect spot to chill with the background sound of the river and crickets. Not sure it is the same owners as Mobay Kotch in Montego Bay but if it was I would not be surprised! Different set up but good vibes in both properties.

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9.4
Superb
58 reviews
Price from
US$26
per night

Ragamuffin Hostel features a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Kingston. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests.

Guest rooms in the hostel are fitted with a kettle. With a shared bathroom equipped with a shower, rooms at Ragamuffin Hostel also offer free WiFi, while selected rooms have a city view. All units include bed linen.

Perfect location. Safe area. The staff is friendly, helpful and make you feel at home. 5 minutes walk to the Bob Marley museum. Shower great, cleaning everyday. AC perfect in Room. Very good stay here.

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8.7
Fabulous
392 reviews
Price from
US$30
per night

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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Hostels that guests love in Kingston

  • Avg. price/night: US$298
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 420 reviews
    Great hotel and great location! the rooms were comfortable and large, we had a suite and it was perfect for our family. The staff were very polite and helpful. Big thanks to Craig for his help! Breakfast was really nice, as was the food at the resturant. great location, emacipation park os just across the road, as are other resturants and shops are close by. we will definitely stay again
    Elizabeth
    Family with young children
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 34 reviews
    Easy to communicate with the owner/agent who lived on site. great location, quite, safe and someone around if we needed them.
    Edmund
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: US$100
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 13 reviews
    Quiet atmosphere . Pool was great. Great location
    Aneika
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$58
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 392 reviews
    Cool hostel, good location in Kingston, New Kingston is quite safe. Comfortable beds and they have a bar if you need to get breakfast though it's not included. Really friendly and helpful staff. We only stayed one night but would stay again. WiFi is good.
    Sibila
    People with friends
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 7 reviews
    Very beautiful apartment and safe neighborhood. I definitely recommend
    A Reke
    Solo traveller
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 42 reviews
    The place was super clean and in a great location and neighborhood. The host was lovely and was able to fulfill all our requests. They even went as far as to extend our check-out time so my partner could arrive at the airport in time for her flight. I've decided that this is where I want to be for our next outing. The place even had additional things that made preparing meals cheaper and easier. Super happy we made that choice or else it would have been more costly
    Smith
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$298
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 420 reviews
    Great location and fantastic value for money! We were visiting for Jamaica carnival and it felt like we were right in the middle of all of the action. Food was delicious and the property is very safe. Also, it’s right next to the Pegasus hotel so could enjoy the amenities there as well.
    Letitia
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: US$58
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 392 reviews
    Great location (not much to do around the hostel but the area is really safe), great staff, great place to meet other solo travelers, and probably the best dorm you'll ever stay at.
    Luca
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$201.65
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 437 reviews
    Great location and felt safe.
    José
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: US$58
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 392 reviews
    Best hostel i've seen in Jamaica! Kindest people and everything well taken care of. Good location, good vibes, good food
    Mike
    Solo traveller

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