Shirley Retreat Hotel - Kingston

Budget-friendly tropical hotel minutes from Bob Marley Museum in Kingston

Amenities & Services

Shirley Retreat operates a 24-hour front desk with round-the-clock security that includes CCTV monitoring in common areas and outside the property. The hotel offers free parking secured by a gate, accessible facilities for guests with limited mobility, and a designated smoking area. Additional services include daily housekeeping, car hire assistance, a vending machine, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby.

Accommodations

Each air-conditioned room at Shirley Retreat Hotel includes a private bathroom with toilet and bath or shower, plus a wardrobe, nightstand, and telephone. Guest reviews consistently praise the clean, spacious rooms with comfortable large beds and high wood ceilings in select rooms. The property offers queen rooms, king rooms, and premium king rooms to accommodate different group sizes.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The hotel is situated a 5-minute walk from the Bob Marley Museum and within walking distance of Devon House and Emancipation Park. Guests can reach TGI Fridays and local restaurants in roughly 5 minutes on foot, while Hellshire Beach is a 1-hour drive away. Norman Manley International Airport is 11 mile from the property, approximately 30 minutes by car.

Dining

Breakfast is available for purchase at $10 USD per person and prepared by chef from Maurva's Kitchen who offers 'real Jamaican breakfast' with generous portions. The hotel sells water, soft drinks, and cold beverages at reasonable prices, and guests have access to a microwave, coffee, tea, and hot water in the common dining area. Several restaurants within walking distance provide additional dining choices, and food delivery options are also available.

Business & Practical Information

The hotel provides meeting and banquet facilities plus fax and photocopying services for business travelers. Guests can request early check-in and late checkout subject to availability, and the staff assists with luggage transport (no elevator but luggage help available). Guest reviews highlight that the hotel costs at least 60% less than major nearby hotels such as S Hotel, AC Hotel, and R Hotel.

• Location: 5-minute walk to Bob Marley Museum, 30 min from airport
• Rooms: Queen, king, and premium king rooms with A/C and private bath
• Dining: Jamaican breakfast from Maurva's Kitchen at $10 USD
• Business: Meeting/banquet facilities, fax/photocopying services
• Safety: 24-hour front desk, CCTV, gated parking, smoke alarms
• Value: Prices 60% lower than nearby major hotels