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77 Knutsford Boulevard, Kingston 5, Jamaica
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Ranked #9 of 22 hotels in Kingston
3.5 of 5 stars 82 Reviews
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Atlanta, Georgia
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Great people; awful building”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2012
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Arrived at hotel about 3pm and was greeted by gracious front desk member who put me in a room on an Executive floor. I was, of course, paying almost $200 plus tax, during what was clearly a slow time for the hotel so an Executive floor room was appropriate. Upon entering the room, I noticed a musty smell coming from the bathroom and recognized it as a moldy (though not mold-stained) shower curtain. The water was lukewarm at best. I called and an engineer came to investigate about 20 minutes later and advised that during periods of low occupancy (as in now), the demand for hot water is so low, that the boiler doesn't work too well. The only solution is letting the water run continuously for perhaps hours, but that would require several rooms to participate. Another option was to move to a lower floor. Unfortunately, the engineer had mud on his work boots which he left (I’m sure unknowingly) on my bathroom floor. I checked and was told the lower floor rooms' water temperature was the also lukewarm and was offered a $20 discount (later raised to $35) per night for the inconvenience. The water volume in the tub was anemic and made more so when the shower was activated as a water-use suppressor is in use. The showerhead itself was the $4 type found at home stores. The bathtub itself had several instances of missing caulking and the tub surface itself is scarred from many years of use. The tub faucet was not flush with the wall; clearly the pipe behind the wall was too long by about 2 inches. The bath amenities were no better than what would be found at a low budget hotel. I asked housekeeping for a clean shower curtain and that was replaced graciously in a just a few minutes. Drinks and a very casual dinner by the pool were OK. The jerk pork was tough and dry though with the lighting so dim as to be non-existent, perhaps I was not dining on jerk pork. When he presented the check and I asked, the server told me (with a nice smile) I had missed the 7pm deadline for happy hour (I disagree) for the two free drinks my Executive room offered. I chose to not argue and paid the tab. In the future, make sure the server checks the time of your arrival. Late night coffee at the lobby coffee shop was quite good and served with a smile. Continental breakfast in the Executive lounge the next morning was amateurish, with presentation not up to par with even budget hotels (a tray with a few muffins and Danish under a plastic cover, two baskets of sliced bread, a bunch of bananas, boxed/canned juices and coffee (good) accompanied milk in boxes and some paper cocktail napkins on the side). The attendant was very welcoming, though. The A/C was quite good and maintained temperature nicely. Bedding is very comfortable. The desk area is small but functional except for the chair which is clearly quite old and worn. The old coffee maker would have likely worked if the outlet to which it was connected had worked. Alas, it didn’t and the adjacent one was used for the in-room Wifi (free in room if you can receive the signal) router…so, coffee or Wifi. The closet contained only 4 hangers. Upon checkout, I learned that this hotel levies an energy surcharge of about $10/night. I don’t recall seeing this during the reservation and was not advised during check in. The staff is pleasant and eager to serve. Unfortunately, the building itself, especially the rooms, are not consistent with their level of service. This is a hotel that has recently changed to a Wyndham from a Hilton. It’s clear to see why Hilton would have taken down its flag. It’s confusing why Wyndham has raised its.

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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled on business
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Miami, Florida
1 review
“Average”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2012

The hotel is not bad overall, however, I felt that the security guards at the hotel were brutal. I'm not going to get into specifics but I would think with the level of crime in the country that they would be better. I think if push came to shove I would rather face something alone than rely on them.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled on business
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Sao Paulo
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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
“Old and tired, but good service”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 December 2011
1
person found this review helpful

It used to be tired when it was the Hilton, not it is just as tired as the Wyndham, but at least the management is better.
Needs some serious tlc and money spent.
Staff were excellent, helpful and tried very hard to please
Free wired internet
Lifts are pre-historic and a bit scary
It's relatively cheap though if you pre-pay at Wyndham
OK, for a day or two but would get depressing for longer stays

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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David Yamada, General Manager at Wyndham Kingston Jamaica, responded to this review
9 January 2012
Dear courtsbuyer,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback and for choosing the Wyndham Kingston as your place to stay. As we carry on with our “continuous improvement processes” to update our facilities, we have placed a high premium and are totally focused on our service and the services that we provide each guest. As a result, we do so appreciate your positive, reinforcing comments, high marks and recommendation.

We certainly look forward to your next visit to Jamaica and the Kingston area.

Safe travels and the very best for a happy and healthy New Year!

All the best,
David
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Miami, Florida
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Great service and friendly staff and in a prime location”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 December 2011
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Upon arrival check in was a breeze. Took about 10 minutes. There was an additional charge of about $45 because we bought a package from another travel website. We got our cards and a key to the safe and was on our way. The hotel elevator requires you to swipe in order to get to your room so any guests have to be brought up (I loved that feature). Our room was in the main tower (6th floor) and was right next to the elevator. The room was clean and welcoming. There was a king size bed, executive table, and lounge chair w/ ottoman. The internet was corded (no wi-fi in rooms, only in the lobby) but it wasn't a big deal. I would compare this room to about a 2.5 star room in America. No frills but clean and well kept. The bedding was fresh and didnt have any stains and the bathroom, while a bit dated was clean also. Overall a great stay. Didnt get to see the grounds because we were barely in the hotel but the view of the pool from our room was very nice. Also overlooked the Koi pond and the waterfall. TIP!!!- Use the taxis at the gas station less than a 2 minute walk away instead of the ones in front of the hotel. They are VERY overpriced. Also taxis in Jamaica have a red license plate so make sure you pick a reputable cab. To eat, there are several restaurants nearby for fast food and also sit down restaurants which are sure to be cheaper than the hotel. I would suggest going to one of these restaurants less than a 5 minute walk away. Also because this is the city there are clubs within walking distance (Quad) or a short cab ride away. Hope my review helped!

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  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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David Yamada, General Manager at Wyndham Kingston Jamaica, responded to this review
6 December 2011
Dear Chiney_Traveler,

Thank you so much for staying with us and taking the time to share your feedback. I am thrilled to hear that you had such an enjoyable visit.

Just a little backgroung on tip on Taxis ... The Taxis that are in our taxi line on property, must be members of the Jamaican Union of Travelers Association (JUTA) and have the requirements to have their vehicles meet all maintenance and road safety standards, as well as, be equiped with air conditioning for your comfort. These drivers must also be licensed by the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) and the Tourism Product Development Company (TPD Co.) to ensure thay are experienced, knowledeable and friendly. They are, in fact, identified by their Red license plates and JTB decals. Other drivers and taxis are not necessarily held to the same standards. In any case, as you know, it is very easy and relatively inexpensive to get around town to the many attractions.

Again, thank you for sharing and I am delighted you had great time. We certainly look forward to your return, in the not too distant future!

Wishing you safe travels …

All the best,
David
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Panama City Beach, Florida
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Thefts”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 November 2011
1
person found this review helpful

I left my cell phone at the bar and it was stolen, of course the bar tender saw nothing at all!!!!!! if its not bolted down they'll steal it if is is bolted down they will unbolt it and then steal it

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  • Stayed November 2011, travelled on business
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 1 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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David Yamada, General Manager at Wyndham Kingston Jamaica, responded to this review
6 December 2011
Dear JohnEH H,

Unfortunately, this is the first I am hearing of your unfortunate incident. As I can best recall, in my year here as General Manager, this is the first time any such incident has occurred and I would very much appreciate your contacting me directly to provide more details.

I certainly regret your loss and look forward to hearing from you.

All the best,
David
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Address: 77 Knutsford Boulevard, Kingston 5, Jamaica
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