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A taste of Jamaica Lavern place

Property class: 4

Photo gallery for A taste of Jamaica Lavern place

A yellow building with a black gate, a balcony, and a poster advertising Jamaica.
A child in a swimming pool with a tiled wall and water features.
A spacious living area with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. There is a kitchen area with a refrigerator and a microwave.
A kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, a stove, and a sink.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec

Explore the area

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Methven Rd, Ocho Rios, St. Ann Parish
  • Place, Turtle River Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocho Rios Clock Tower
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Turtle Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ocho Rios (OCJ-Ian Fleming Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Traditional Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

A neatly made bed with a blue and white striped blanket, a white swan-shaped pillow, and navy blue pillows.

Traditional Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

A bed with a wooden headboard, white bedding, and a navy blue blanket.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Single Room, 1 Bedroom

A neatly made bed with a blue blanket, white pillows, and a decorative headboard.

Luxury Single Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family House, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

A bed with a wooden headboard, white bedding, and a navy blue blanket.

Family House, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Economy Single Room

A neatly made bed with a blue blanket, white pillows, and a decorative headboard.

Economy Single Room

  • Garden view
  • 1858 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

A neatly made bed with a heart-shaped towel arrangement, a striped towel, and two heart-shaped towels.

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 186 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

A living room with a blue sofa, a dining table with chairs, a chandelier, a TV, and a refrigerator in the background.

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Economy Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

A neatly made bed with a blue blanket, white pillows, and a decorative headboard.

Economy Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • 350 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Apartment

A neatly made bed with a blue blanket, white pillows, and a decorative headboard.

Family Apartment

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a small desk, a window with curtains, and a door with a glass panel.

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

A neatly made bed with a blue and white striped blanket, a white swan-shaped pillow, and navy blue pillows.

Standard Single Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Signature Room, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard View

A neatly made bed with a blue and white striped blanket, a white swan-shaped pillow, and navy blue pillows.

Signature Room, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Ocho Rios

At A taste of Jamaica Lavern place you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of LandMark Plaza and Turtle River Park. Highlights at this guest house include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchens and private pools. .This guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, charcoal grills and supervised childcare. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a beach shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Ocho Rios guest house include Mystic Mountain and Turtle Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Turtle River Park - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ocho Rios Clock Tower - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Turtle Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ocho Rios Craft Market - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Island Village - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Ocho Rios (OCJ-Ian Fleming Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boulangerie - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪MOMO @ Moon Palace Jamaica Grande - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Ocho Rios Jerk Center - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Southern Table - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬11 min walk

About this property

A taste of Jamaica Lavern place

A taste of Jamaica Lavern place offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Ocho Rios guest house.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
A taste of Jamaica Lavern place offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with private pools and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Accommodation at this 4-star guest house has kitchens with microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a rainfall showerhead, and hairdryers.

This Ocho Rios guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). 42-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 15 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with satellite channels
  • Pay films
  • Private pool
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Chef service
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Fan
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; your host will greet you
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Guests are recommended to download the property's Ttlock mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you, smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 30 per stay.

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee and varies based on unit size
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 30 per stay

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or 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 cash
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. This property accepts cash.

We should mention

  • Pool access is available 24 hours a day.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

A Taste Of Jamaica Lavern
A taste of Jamaica Lavern place Ocho Rios
A taste of Jamaica Lavern place Guesthouse
A taste of Jamaica Lavern place Guesthouse Ocho Rios

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at A taste of Jamaica Lavern place ?

A taste of Jamaica Lavern place offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at A taste of Jamaica Lavern place ?

As of 14 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A taste of Jamaica Lavern place on 15 Dec 2026 start from NZ$187, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at A taste of Jamaica Lavern place ?

Yep, A taste of Jamaica Lavern place has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to A taste of Jamaica Lavern place ?

Yep, A taste of Jamaica Lavern place is a short 13-minute walk from Turtle Beach.

Does A taste of Jamaica Lavern place have a pool?

A taste of Jamaica Lavern place has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 24 hours.

Is A taste of Jamaica Lavern place family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as supervised childcare and laundry facilities, as well as children's books in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that A taste of Jamaica Lavern place is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at A taste of Jamaica Lavern place ?

No, but there are private pools in the guestrooms.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at A taste of Jamaica Lavern place ?

No, A taste of Jamaica Lavern place does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at A taste of Jamaica Lavern place ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at A taste of Jamaica Lavern place ?

No, only service animals are allowed.

A taste of Jamaica Lavern place Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 59 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and nice very convenient location for an overnight visit. Host was very kind and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall good stay, convenient to downtown Ocho Rios.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for an overnight stay or if tiur visiting with plans to go to near by beaches
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very peaceful. Everything you needed to relax was available. Pool clean and well kept
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and even though kitchen is shared it didn’t felt that way not to mention the pool that was clean. It is home away from home. I have another favorite on my list 💖💖
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoy my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to all amenities Very secure, modern, great staff Clean pool. Great response time
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and host was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Really enjoyed the pool. Close to many activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hospitality only issue we ran into was no hot water for a day
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the place I really enjoyed it
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
THIS PLACE WAS ABSOLUTELY A GEM. THE STAFF & OWNER WERE VERY ACCOMMODATING. I STAYED THERE TWICE DURING MY MONTH LONG VACATION IN JAMAICA. ANYTIME I AM IN OCHO RIOS THIS WILL BE MY GO TO FOR SURE. I STAYED IN MY AUNT HOUSE IN MOBAY & I LOVE THE BLUE HOLE & I BOOKED THIS PLACE EACH TIME WE (MY 75YO UNCLE & I VENTURED THAT WAY
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice quiet and secure place. Will definitely stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property nestled in a safe and serene community. Ideal if you like a quiet setting, away from the hustle and bustle from typical tourist locations. Host was also accessible and welcoming! Would stay here again if visiting areas close by to the property.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, nice service.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

This property was so comfortable and clean 💯
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is 25 min walk from the closest public beach. It’s a lovely place in the town of Ocho Rios.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great guesthouse to stay. Lavern is a great host, and very attentive. The location is convenient and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property in a nice quiet area and safe environment
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lavern and her staff were incredibly friendly and hospitable, they couldn’t do enough for you! Plus, lsome great recommendations and insider tips were happily shared with us which enhanced our stay even further. The other guests were also lovely
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here for 2 nights and lavern and her family took great care of me. I wish I had stayed longer.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
My disappointment power went out, and there was no generator. But everything worked out find the next days.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Laverns a great host . Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

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