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Reviews of Jacoway Inn

John Baptiste Ridge Road, no zip code Calibishie, Dominica

#5 of 11 hotels in Calibishie

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Review Score

Based on 55 apartment reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free Wifi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: March 25, 2025

    10
    A lovely place with friendly hosts.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Gardenia Garden Studio
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The distance to the beaches.

    A very beautiful place, a little Paradise.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 23, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Skylark Sea View Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I was at Jacoway Inn because I had to unexpectedly stay in Calibishie an extra night due to illness. It was perfect for that. Gorgeous grounds and view from balcony. Room is large and airy and had everything I needed. I appreciated the noon checkout. And the guava tea helped my stomach! Grateful for the kind hospitality and relaxing stay.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 13, 2025

    10
    I had the best time at Jacoway Inn! Valina worked incredibly hard to make sure I was comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Gardenia Garden Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing at all

    I loved everything about my stay!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: March 7, 2025

    8.0
    Little house on the priarie
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Gardenia Garden Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hill to get to the property was steep as described and tiring. However, we knew before hand what we signed up to. It was still a shock and tiring but we didn’t let that spoil our hols. The Shower was a let down but understand it was no fault to the owners. I was brought up in DA so I understood and knew how to adjust. However, my partner he found it first shocking, as well as a nuisance, but we turned a negative to a positive. Unfortunately, it was basin wash for the duration. The toilet due to no water, again we had to fill up bottles from kitchen sink to use to be able to flush. Owner had left a few filled bottles. My recommendation was that it should not be let until fix because the next holiday makers may not be so understandable.

    Clean, furnished fit for purpose, decor moderate standard, in good condition; comfortable bed and pillows; reasonably quite (dog barking); lovely outdoor surroundings; garden patio; garden looks well maintained; kitchen equipment readily available and clean. Close to Main Street, which has a ray of restaurants, grocery stores, ATMs and walking distance to other amenities such as Red Rock, Red Rock Cuisine, pointe Baptist beach and the chocolate factory. We did take a short cut! if you’re prepared to be like the locals for a day. Some areas were muddy, slippery and uphill. We were very surprised how close and quick we got there.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 14, 2025

    10
    Beautiful garden and property, quiet and peaceful, close to town and great beaches.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Skylark Sea View Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great place, beautiful area, close to town, nice host!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 5, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Grace's Heritage Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night

    Great!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: January 29, 2025

    8.0
    I would consider staying here again, only if the neighbor’s dog did not bark constantly.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Skylark Sea View Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Unfortunately, the next-door neighbors have a barking dog that barked on and off throughout the day and the evening. So that almost defeated the purpose of living in this otherwise very pleasant environment away from the main street. One other drawback is that the property does not accept credit cards - only cash. The ATM machine at the airport was not working the day I arrived and so I had to spend a lot of time in the beginning looking for a working ATM.

    The apartment was great! It was an upper level of a duplex. There were windows on all four sides that I kept open all day and all night. The building is surrounded by trees and bushes and flowers so you almost feel like you’re in the woods. Sitting on the balcony was very pleasant.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: December 12, 2024

    8.0
    Charming garden stay close to the town
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Skylark Sea View Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast is no longer included because ownership recently changed, which we were looking forward to

    Nice view and quiet with small kitchenette in the room, friendly and communicative owner

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: July 27, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Skylark Sea View Studio
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Nothing.

    This place is stunning, very beautiful and relaxing. Carol is a great host, very welcoming and available to help. The breakfasts are delicious. I had a great time.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 1, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Skylark Sea View Studio
    • Stayed 1 night

    Location is incredible, close to town but still up in the hill with great views. The host is really kind and makes breakfast in the morning. She made our stay really easy and comfortable and would stay again.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: May 24, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Gardenia Garden Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room is in a great and beautiful garden. Location was near to visit red rock, number one, Batibou beach, chaudiere pool... Caroll gives good advice to visit other place. She is a beautiful, kind and energic person. A big big up for the Breakfast!! We enjoyed thanks!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 13, 2024

    10
    Cute cottage with superb breakfast and amazing host
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Gardenia Garden Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There is no AC in the room. However, it is compensated by the fan by the bed, which works surprisingly well for the sleep.

    Cute little cottage. The host is very thoughtful-two huge bottles of water in the fridge means everything to the exhausted travelers, especially after the boiling lake hike. The breakfast is flawless! We had fresh juice, fresh coffee, toasted bread with butter, cheese omelette, home fries, veggies and fruits. What’s more can you expect? Lastly, the host is very welcoming. Although it is a short stay, we had a great conversation with Carol. She’s such a lovely lady. Wish her the best for her future plans!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2024

    10
    Up above the trees in the hills, lays an oasis of a home away from home where nature is your sound!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Skylark Sea View Studio
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Beyond the host's control was the road coming up to Jacoway Inn. Care must be taken as there are a few large potholes. The other issue, also beyond the host's control was the Wi-Fi dropping for the day. She did make a phone call to check on the status, and shared with me some times in the island it goes like that.

    From the moment I arrived, Carol-Anne was amazing. Helpful, friendly, smiling, energetic and made sure I had all my questions answered. Breakfast in the morning was lovely and hit the spot of western breakfast! The setting was lovely as well. The apartment (upper floor) was well provided with towels, soap, kitchen needs, mosquito nets and a lovely view from the balcony!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Skylark Sea View Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Visa card was hard to take out of money the owner helped tremendously in lending the taxi cost and me paying her back once I was able to take out cash!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 29, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Gardenia Garden Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Property decor and furnishings are looking a bit tired. Difficult to get a lower temperature at night with just fans, but it is the Caribbean. Several pieces of furniture could do with tightening up/ screwing together.

    Quiet location in rural Dominica. Not far from the village or the sea. Some quirky items. Great outdoor space. Attentive and helpful host.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 18, 2024

    9.0
    Fall asleep with the sounds of nature
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Gardenia Garden Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I really enjoyed my stay here. Perhaps a few items (such as a bedside reading lamp) could use some updating and dusting, but all in all, it has a very quaint charm, sort of like staying at your grandma's who happens to live in the Caribbean :-)

    Very cozy place, tucked in on a hill at the end of a street. Very quiet. Loved the sounds of nature. Hosts are very 'invisible' in a good way. Beautiful garden around the property and a great patio to hang out. Excellent breakfast and awesome natural juices served.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 12, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Skylark Sea View Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The breakfast was superb!! The room was large with a nice balcony to sit on as well as a lovely outdoor area. Carol Ann was the perfect host - kind, friendly with a delightful personality.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 6, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Gardenia Garden Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was great - room, location, breakfast, and a lovely host. Thank you!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 8, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Skylark Sea View Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All good!

    Great airy studio and balcony in an excellent location. Carol-Anne and Nicky were lovely, the breakfasts were delicious and plentiful.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: December 10, 2023

    10
    Part of the village, this is a wonderful way to get to know genuine Dominica. Great hosts
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Gardenia Garden Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The water dropped out for a while, but that is an island issue and no fault of the Inn.

    The location is up a high ridge above the village of Calibishie. For the island, the settlement has a wide variety of interesting places to eat and drink and the hosts are happy to recommend their favourites. The room was very spacious and had a very genuine island feel with its furnishings and decorations. Breakfasts served outside in the garden (except when raining heavily) were always interesting with island fruits, juices, breads and jams with other goodies. As one expects in Dominica, the garden was lush with interesting plants and one feels safely integrated with the local community when staying here which was my main reason for choosing to stay here.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: November 10, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Gardenia Garden Studio
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Perfect for the relaxation i needed. Everyone very welcoming. Easy to get too various sights and villages. Would certainly recommend, thank you Carol-Ann & Nicky.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: July 18, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Grace's Heritage Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It's a lovely small house with all cute inside 🤗🥰

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 14, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Skylark Sea View Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Hard to find at night. But that's on us.

    Carol Ann and Nic, our hosts were great. The breakfast was yummy and the ambiance was private and no stress. The fans in the room helped to keep us cool. The water waiting on the the fridge was appreciated, and the map and tour book to wet our appetite for our trip was fun.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Gardenia Garden Studio
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great place to stay, all the amenities and equipment you'd need for self catering etc. Amazing lush garden with swing chair perfect to relax in the evenings.. This is also where the breakfast is served by Carol Ann and her small team and the breakfast every morning was simply amazing.. Served in fresh air, different every morning, delicious every time..highly recommended. The house is also very close to some great locations to visit, especially worth mentioning the Batibou Beach.

    Stayed in March 2023

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