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Review score

Based on 28 apartment reviews

6.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.2

  • Comfort

    7.3

  • Location

    7.7

  • Facilities

    6.9

  • Staff

    7.2

  • Value for money

    6.6

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 22 April 2023

    6.0
    The location is nice, the room/ apartment is beautiful, the staff is nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    even though the windows are tinted you can see straight through them especially in the bathroom. they can see you while you take a shower!!!

    nice location

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2023

    5.0
    The worst front desk ever
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff at the front desk is the most horrible I’Ve seen in years. It took me some time for somebody talk to me, when they did they told me Booking should have given my room number, so unless they send it to me, I couldnt check in. Bizarre situation.

    Very well located, room is nice and complete

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2022

    7.0
    Very accommodating host, clean, good facilities
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    If you end up staying in Columbus Heights (not the main resort), the apartment is located half way up a steep hill, perfect if you have a vehicle (there is plenty of parking available) but otherwise be prepared for a good 10 minute uphill walk from the main road.

    We booked last minute and although the booking was accepted, it turned out that there was not space in the main resort. Ms Dyer kindly arranged for us to stay in an apartment at Columbus Heights at no additional cost, but with full access to the main resort. The apartment was well equipped and clean, including a balcony with an amazing view overlooking Ocho Ríos town. The shower had great water pressure and hot water (not always a given in Jamaican hotels). Ms Dyer was very responsive and helpful with any inquiries we had. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend it.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2023

    8.0
    2 for 1
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    My only issue turned out to be a positive, the one night stay at Sky castle so I can say it wasn't a issue for long

    We loved the location and the water dispenser a very good idea. We had the pleasure of staying in her other apartment at Sky castle for 1 night due to unforeseen circumstances. it was a very lovely apartment and the resort is beautiful I have stayed there before on numerous occasions. We had a lovely say in both locations and would stay again.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 September 2023

    4.0
    Disappointing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Ac not cold enough,,pool close too early and open too late

    Better service and breakfast

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 September 2023

    1.0
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

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  • Reviewed: 28 August 2023

    10
    Comfortable quiet clean and beautiful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No cable TV.

    The property was beautiful and the apartment was nicely laid out and clean. There is enough room for 4 people to stay and they even have a water cooler in the room. The house keeper was very pleasant and professional and she made the check-in process so easy. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone. The beach has lovely beach beds too for relaxing.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything

    Clean excellent service 👌 I would recommend it to others

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2023

    10
    Stay was great, condo was cleaned and well maintained. The housekeeper Angela was great. Would definitely recommend this
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Restaurant was a little bit pricey.

    The location, the pool and the beach was walking distance.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 January 2023

    9.0
    I was happy with my stay the lady who to care of my apartment was awesome she called and checked in to see if everything
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing to complain about the staff really tried to help in anyway possible

    the location was good easy to get around town

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 January 2023

    10
    We absolutely will be booking with Palmview again very trustworthy company and they go above and beyond to make your sta
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I do not have any complaints about this property or my stay.

    Amazing location, very CLEAN, the owner and her staff are very professional and trustworthy! You must book with Palmview when you go to Jamaica!

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 October 2022

    1.0
    STRESSFUL
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 8 nights

    THE ROOM WAS DOUBLE BOOKED, SO I HAD TO GO ELSE WHERE, PLUS THEY CHARGE ME TWICE FOR CLEANING FEE. PLEASE HELP ME GET BACK MY $70.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2022

    1.0
    unpleasant, unwelcomed, unwanted, fraud, scammed
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the property is apartment building individually owned. this room by this owner is a scam. She didn’t even know I booked her room and basically stop responding to me and the front desk. I was stranded in a whole nother country with no where to go. finally she responded very rude and never apologized. After she found us another room 5hrs later). she made me pay cash deposit or I couldn’t get my key. I told front desk a day before my departure I was leaving at 5am and they told me once they check the room they would give me my cash deposit at checkout. when checkout came the front desk couldn’t find my deposit and said she came to the hotel and took the deposit. it’s her room so she can do that. the hotel tried to call but no answer. unfortunately we had to leave without our deposit and catch our flight. she is now saying she can only give me my deposit back by check.

    location

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 5 July 2022

    10
    The property manager was respectful and courteous. Place was clean and well kept. wifi was good.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Can’t think of anything.

    Easy to get to, it’s located right in the heart of ocho rios so that was very convenient for me.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 14 June 2022

    9.0
    It was a wonderful stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Checking in was difficult and inconvenient. We initially booked with Booking.com around noon on Sunday, June 5, 2022. We received a confirmation and proceeded to the facility from another facility that had issues. When we arrived at Sandcastle the receptionist informed us that we would need to wait for an agent to bring the keys or send the booking information including where to get the key. We waited and waited and that never happened. We finally purchased a room outright. The agent did not get to the property until 6 hours after our arrival- due to internet issues. The other issue is the lack of WiFi on the property itself. Although we were able to get WiFi in our apartment, once we left out there was no WiFi; that was a quite inconvenient. Other than that, this is facility deserves an A+!

    We enjoyed our stay very much. The location was perfect, the room was spacious, clean, and quiet. The view from the room was outstanding! Our receptionist was kind and patient. Every employee that we encountered was friendly and welcoming. Access to shops and taxis was really convenient.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2022

    9.0
    We felt comfortable and secure. Had a "home away from home" feeling.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location, comfort and beauty of the property

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 6 December 2021

    8.0
    The stay was fabulous we will definitely love to stay there again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no hot water

    We didn't get any breakfast . The location was great

    Stayed in November 2021

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2021

    3.0
    Didn’t feel I got what I paid for and decided to check out early
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hot water didn’t always work, lack of towels and toiletries.

    Pool and bar were OK

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2021

    2.0
    Very poor
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place

    Nothing

    Stayed in June 2021

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 7 nights

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 August 2023

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 September 2023

    1.0
    Very poor
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 14 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 August 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 June 2023

    4.0
    Disappointing
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in June 2023

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