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Jay's Guest House

2.5 star property

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Surrounded by lush vegetation, this rural village offers a serene escape.
Cozy retreat with a single bed, purple walls, and a blue curtain.
Experience a mountain retreat with a rustic charm, surrounded by nature.
Compact kitchen with a stove, refrigerator, sink, and countertop.
Guests can enjoy meals at this outdoor dining area, set with plates, glasses, and condiments.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Penline Castle to Epping Farm Rd, Hagley Gap PO, Penlyne Castle, Saint Thomas
  • Blue Mountain Peak
  • University of the West Indies
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • United States of America Embassy
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Kingston (KIN-Norman Manley Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking | Minibar, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Smoking

Basic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Smoking | Minibar, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Smoking

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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About this property

Jay's Guest House

Guesthouse with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Blue Mountain Peak
A restaurant, a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli are available at this smoke-free guesthouse. Free English breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Bathrooms are shared and housekeeping is available on request.
Jay's Guest House offers 3 accommodations with blackout curtains. Rooms open to balconies. This Penlyne Castle guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Fridges and minibars are provided. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Jay's Guest House, you'll be close to Blue Mountain Peak. You'll find features such as free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free English breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Drinking and dining options include a coffee shop, a restaurant and a bar/lounge
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, a lift and a rooftop terrace
  • On-site recreation includes hiking/biking trails
  • 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Blue Mountain Peak and 16.4 mi (26.5 km) from Hope Zoo
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A rooftop terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at Jay's Guest House. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This Penlyne Castle guest house is smoke free.

Guests are served a free English breakfast daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.
Jay's Guest House has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 24 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Deposit is payable by PayPal or cash.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 30.0 per night
  • Cleaning fee: USD 5.0 per person, per night.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 180 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
To get to the property, guests need to transfer by Shuttle. Transfers need to be confirmed by contacting the property at least 24 hours before travel on the number on the booking confirmation. Jay's Guest House offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Jay's Guest House Guesthouse Penlyne Castle
Jay's Guest House Penlyne Castle
Jay's House Penlyne Castle
Jay's Guest House Guesthouse
Jay's Guest House Penlyne Castle
Jay's Guest House Guesthouse Penlyne Castle

Jay's Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Arne

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
To stay in this traditional boardhouse evoked memories of childhood growing up in Jamaica. Jay’s team of people couldn’t have been more pleasant and went out of their way to look after us. A short but very sweet visit to the Blue Mountains!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
an epic immersive Jamaican experience on a farm in the foothills of the Blue Mountains. friendly staff that goes the extra mile to ensure satisfactin with your meals, excursions etc.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Effie

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jay is very communicative and responsive via WhatsApp. He lets you know fees and activity options ahead of time, so you feel safe and clear of expectations. His family made us feel welcomed and appreciated. His mom Angela was so warm and always has a happy positive energy. Beautifully located with a great view of the blue mountain peak where guests can enjoy homemade breakfast on the big balcony facing the mountain. Highly recommend trying the homemade no sugar added sorrel and ginger juice with dinner, spiced oatmeal for breakfast and of course jay’s family’s own blue mountain coffee. A pleasure to stay and meet you all!

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staying with Jay at the upper house was like a home stay. Jays parents are very friendly and welcoming. The upper property is undergoing renovations that will be exciting in the next month or so. New private rooms with en suite bath and a large roof top terrace. This is also the closest property to the peak trail. You can walk right out the door and go or you can have a staff member drive you closer (cuts an hour off the hike) for $30usd each way. Other fees include $50usd each way from where you can park your rental care or get picked up from a bus. Dinner was about $12usd each. Guide fee is $60usd per group and then there’s a $20usd government charge to hike.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staying at Jay's Guest House deep in the Blue Mountains was a great experience. It's an opportunity to get away from the typical tourist areas of Jamaica and have an authentic Jamaican experience. Jay has a wonderful family and they make you feel right at home. I would recommend the Blue Mountain peak sunrise hike and buying some of the best coffee I've ever had.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to be if you want to summit the peak of the blue mountains , at night this place can be very fun , the staff very friendly and honest .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jay is a superhost, kept in touch to pick us up, share his knowledge of any hikes you wish to do. His properly is well kept and comfortable, From Jay’s Guesthouse you can hike to the river to cool off or hike to the Blue Mountains Peak or Monkey Hill. Ms Donnette cooked some Jamaican dishes and it was absolutely delicious. Definitely would recommend Jay’s Guesthouse.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was excellent. The place inside, clean. Jay was a great host. The grounds need trash pick up. I thought it was over-priced for what was offered.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
sehr coole Unterkunft mit mega netten Leuten leckeres Essen (Frühstück und Abendessen) tolle Aussicht einziger Minuspunkt ist, dass es kein warmes Wasser gibt
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019