The location is 10 minutes walk from the taxi station, up a dirt track, which is unlit at night. You need to pay the shared taxi extra to drop you off outside the hostel (but during the day you can easily walk it, and it's a beautiful nature walk). The upper bunks felt a little bit too high and unsecured. There was no curtains etc around the beds for privacy. There were no lockers at all, but I was made to understand that these will be installed soon, so hopefully no longer a problem.

The location is pretty interesting; accessible fairly easily from the centre of Kingston by public transport (one change of shared taxi, plus a 10 mins walk), you're in absolute nature, surrounded by a forest and literally on top of a river. The hostel is effectively a 2 bedroom house, with a dorm room and a private room, as well as 2 full shower toilets, a kitchen, lounge, and a balcony on top of the river. The house is brand new and very clean, the facilities are all in great working order, and at least when I was the weather was perfect in the mountains. WiFi worked well, the hot water pressure was excellent, and electricity stable. The atmosphere overall was very pleasant and sociable, but with no staff in the evening time I guess it was down to luck that all the other guests were respectful.

Stayed in February 2024

The village of Gorden town is very small and there is not really a possibility to get food after 6 o clock...but then you can always cook yourself 😉

Beautiful hostel with a big terrace, hot showers, very clean kitchen, great people, river view.. Mishka who runs the hostel is a great person. She helped me out in all needs and answered all my questions...the hostel is located in a great área to explore the blue mountains, the river and the Rasta Camp. I simply loved that place and the people and I highly recommend you to chill out there🧡

Stayed in April 2024

It was perfect.

The customer service by the Jamaican owner is outstanding! This was my second stay with Kotch Gordon Town. It's a modern home that was recently renovated to accompany local and international guests. The property that parallels a river that will lull you to sleep no mater which room you chose for your stay.

Stayed in April 2024

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The proximity to river and hiking! Lived the natural wood on doors and windows, and egg like hanging chairs.

Stayed in March 2024

There should be a key box of sorts so as to make check-ins and check-outs easier.

It's beautiful and quiet with the sound of the river flowing. It is however on the outskirts of Kingston. Being on the outskirts is the reason for it being calm and quiet as well as cooler in temperature. The staff are nice but seem a little new to the job and they are still figuring stuff out. If you want a quiet stay within a short taxi ride of Kingston, this is a stunning place I would stay here again to get out of the bussel and noise of Kingston.

Stayed in March 2024

Super clean and very comfortable, nice beds, very modern rooms and bathrooms with hot showers, listen to the river while you sleep and wake up and also sitting on the lovely veranda! The owner is very nice and so is the security at night

Stayed in February 2024

Almost a Hotel, perfect to explore the blue mountains

Stayed in February 2024

Beautiful guesthouse, not too far from Kingston and still completely surrounded by nature. All facilities are clean and feel luxurious. This the place to stay!

Stayed in February 2024

Very peaceful and cozy place right next to a river and a lot of nature around, nice host

Stayed in February 2024

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Great property located just outside of Kingston. Really friendly staff, felt completely safe

Stayed in January 2024

The property is much nicer than expected and seen in pictures. The river nearby is great addition to the surroundings!

Stayed in January 2024

Great kitchen, great showers, great beds, great everything

Stayed in December 2023

The property is clean however can be a bit more clean and tidy, I know they will be able to improve on that.

The near by river and shower was amazing, the staff and manager was also calm and friendly.

Stayed in December 2023

It was a very pleasant stay in a wonderful place. The house was just amazing, very peaceful and beautiful :) Our host was very nice and gave us a lot of good advices ! The area is so nice with very good connections in taxi for Kingston (1/2 dollars) and a hiking until a rasta village ! We strongly recommand this place !

Stayed in December 2023

Beautiful property easily accessed by Uber. Friendly and staff.

Stayed in October 2023

The atmosphere was lovely.The host were accommodating and very friendly.The staff was nice and great company.

Stayed in October 2023

hidden paradise to relax!

Stayed in September 2023

My girlfriend and I stayed in several hostels during our trip from Montego Bay to Kingston and this was among the top with some of the best amenities. The host is also great, we got slightly lost while driving to the hostel and he was kind enough to come find us. He also recommended a really great local food spot, which we loved. I'd recommend this place for anyone looking to stay in Kingston.

Stayed in August 2023

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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.

Stayed in July 2023

lovely host, beautiful location, newly renovated, comfortable, peaceful

Stayed in May 2023

Can be tricky to find on maps, but a shared location helps you get there.

As a regular returning guest at Gordon Town Kotch, I cannot recommend this place highly enough. If you are looking for an oasis of tranquility away from the bustle of Kingston then this is the place for you. The home is very clean and tidy, I always have a comfortable stay. Mishka and William go above and beyond to help you when they can and are very knowledgeable about Gordon Town and surrounding areas. The location is great; located off the tourist track, Gordon Town is a quieter town near Kingston. There are hikes and walks to do nearby, equally, is a great place if you want a few days to chill and relax.

Stayed in May 2023

Nothing to complain about. Just know that to explore other parts of Kingston, you'll need to do a bit more travelling, since the location isn't central. It's the trade off for the peace and quiet offered here :).

The guest house is located right beside Hope River, so you're basically surrounded by the soothing sounds of rushing water, which is something pretty special. It's a beautiful, quiet and relaxing space that's got everything you need. The hosts also definitely know how to make you feel right at home! Don't miss out on taking a walk up into the Blue Mountains, or up the river, which is right at your feet. This was the perfect home base. I stayed for a full week and still didn't get to see everything I would have liked in the Kingston area.

Stayed in April 2023

No sign on the build, we passed it a few times eventually having to ask a local.

This hostel is one of the best that I have stayed in. A taste fully renovated building which feels like home, the facilities are modern and very clean. A well equipped kitchen and beautiful shower rooms. The hostel is conveniently located at the start of the Gordon Town to Redlight walking trail.

Stayed in April 2023

I love the built of the place it’s home away from home , I loved the door and the art work on the walls

The property is located in a beautiful area close to a river that gives you a sense of peace while sleeping, if you’re a country bumpkin, it’s a modern feel to city in the country, but giving you a much more feeling of country, the aromatic smells of nature, such as a bell plant near the river.

Stayed in April 2023