Kencot
Kingston
Popular places to visit
Bob Marley Museum
This legend of reggae music made Jamaica famous all over the world, and you can learn all about his fascinating history right here.
Devon House
Explore the opulent home of Jamaica’s first black millionaire, go shopping and sample the famous ice cream in the mansion’s courtyard.
Emancipation Park
Take a morning jog, enjoy pleasant tropical scents or admire the artwork in Kingston’s favorite park, a tribute to Jamaican residents’ journey to freedom.
University of the West Indies
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of the West Indies during your travels in Kingston. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
National Gallery of Jamaica
Discover the most famous Jamaican artists of the last 100 years in the oldest museum in the Anglophone Caribbean.
National Heroes Park
Enjoy the sunny outdoors and learn all about Jamaica’s greatest sons and daughters at this huge public park, filled with pieces of modern sculpture.
Things to do
Kingston Tour & Bob Marley Museum Admission
Bob Marley Museum in Kingston & Blue Mountain Coffee Tour
Kingston: Story of Jamaican Music Tour including Entry Fees
Jamaican Music History Tour of Kingston from Ocho Rios
Top hotels in Kencot
S Hotel Kingston
Staff was wonderful. Really safe and comfortable. Lots
Reviewed on 21 Mar, 2026
ROK Hotel Kingston, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The look of the hotel is nice. It's very clean and neat. The staff is the best part. They are all very polite
Reviewed on 22 Mar, 2026
R Hotel Kingston
I really enjoyed my stay. The location is perfect, with easy access to nearby restaurants and businesses. The food was delicious, and the staff were incredibly warm, welcoming, and professional. I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 22 Mar, 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Kingston, Jamaica
Nice hotel! Just a little high on rates.
Reviewed on 23 Mar, 2026
The Jamaica Pegasus Hotel
Clean hotel, polite and helpful staff. Great breakfast.
Reviewed on 20 Mar, 2026
The Courtleigh Hotel and Suites
Room were very clean and the the staff were grreat.
Reviewed on 22 Mar, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kencot
Trenchtown
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Trenchtown. You might want to make time for a stop at Trench Town Culture Yard or Carib 5 Cinema.
New Kingston
New Kingston is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Devon House and Little Theater while in the area.
Eastwood Park
Though Eastwood Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Devon House and Jamaica House.
Half Way Tree
When in Half Way Tree, you can plan a visit to Devon House and Jamaica House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Eden Gardens
If you're spending some time in Eden Gardens, National Stadium and Little Theater are top sights worth seeing.
Beverly Hills
Beverly Hills might not have many top sights, but National Stadium and National Indoor Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
