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Reviews of Porty Hostel

3 Withsum Cres, Fairy Hill old House Scheme, Port Antonio, Jamaica

#6 of 16 hotels in Port Antonio

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 35 hostel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    8.8

  • Facilities

    7.8

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free Wifi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: April 6, 2025

    9.0
    Chill place close to the beaches
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was a nice hostel to stay. Stefano was very kind. It is close to the beaches, so perfect for us to relax in our vacation.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: January 18, 2025

    8.0
    Chill place to spend a few days in the heart of Portland
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Plumbing situation could be improved. Taps and shower head are old, full of limescale and as a result the water pressure is non-existent. Good for eco use of water, though.

    Great clean place in a beautiful setting. Alberto, who was at the time in charge of managing the place was just amazing! In close proximity to a lot of places around where you can just walk.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: May 4, 2024

    8.0
    Perfect location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The mattress was quite thin (I think they may be a bit old and need a bit of a refresh). The room was really hot. There are fans but they don't quite reach the top bunks so it's very hot at night.

    It was really close to both Winnifred beach and Boston Beach - easily walkable. Friendly atmosphere too with other travellers. Stefan was really knowledgeable and helped with any and all questions.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: December 22, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Stefano was amazing. He was super friendly and helpful. He cooked Italian pasta for us which tasted amazing and was a great change from all the Jerk.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: May 25, 2023

    9.0
    One of my shortest stay however I was able to accomplished a lot of things.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Excellent location - quick access to public transportation i.e. taxis and mini buses - easily accessible to the beaches and Boston Jerk Centre - The operator - Stefano ensures that everyone is aware of rules, guidelines, policies and anything that a new guest would need to know getting around. Would I revisit Porty Hostel - oh absolutely!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 12, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location...It's a peaceful place,very close to the beaches,and supermarket! The owner Stefano always give me tips and help me when I need!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: April 22, 2023

    7.0
    Great choice.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The hostel could do with a little investment and redecoration to make it even more appealing and comfortable.

    Stefano who runs the hostel was very helpful, informed and well connected. He knew short cuts to the beach and all about the area. The room was quite comfortable, there's a balcony, kitchen and sitting area. The other travellers were pleasant. It's a small hostel so is quiet, which I liked. It is close to local amenities. I would recommend the hostel and stay again.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 14, 2023

    8.0
    Good value for money. The Bed was comfortable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Cold water in the shower, but you can live with that.

    Good location, Stefano the owner helped us with some useful information.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: March 26, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Stefano and his son Mateo are lovely people and great company and help while you're staying in the area. He has many tips and local knowledge. The hostel is a really warm, happy, friendly place. The rooms are comfortable and clean. The location is amazing for accessing all the local beaches and food. Its rare to find hostels like this in Jamaica and this is a really lovely one where everyone just wants to relax and enjoy jamaica! Thank you Stefano and Mateo !

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: March 5, 2023

    9.0
    great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Super relaxing, nice people and supermarket as well as two beaches in walking distance. Great stay!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: February 4, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Hostel wasn't very clean, everything was old and worn out, limited kitchenware and no hot water.

    Location was good, in between St winifreds and Boston beaches.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: October 10, 2022

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Stefano was kind, welcoming, and informative :) he showed us great ways to get around and to the beach, had great tips on what to do, and there was always a positive attitude at the hostel. the best of luck to you friend!

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: August 27, 2022

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It would be great a bigger kitchen.

    The host was very kind and helpful.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: April 13, 2025

    4.0
    Stressful stay mainly due to bugs, mosquitos and barking dogs.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No mosquito nets, therefore TONS of bugs and mosquitos. It was horrible. Dogs barking all night, every night. No running water, had to use buckets to flush toilet. Bed sheets didn’t fit the mattress so we ended up sleeping on the mattress itself every night. Very old equipment. Dirty kitchen, dead cockroach falling out of the closet. All in all a neglected space. It’s been a stressful stay and we feel like we need a vacation now.

    Johnny, the house keeper is a very friendly guy. Helpful and sincere. The hostel is close to all the nice attractions and located in a nice Jamaican neighborhood. Close to Winnifred Beach. Large balcony.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: October 28, 2024

    10
    Nice hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing really, maybe a little hard to find so get a sign perhaps.

    Very cool hostel run by friendly people. A bit hidden but gives you a really local perspective from the town. Has a kitchen and common balcony. It's a quiet area but enough shops and restaurants are in walking distance. Beautiful nature and beaches are close (20min walk) and you can explore the area by route taxi. Best backpacker spot in the parish.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: April 21, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Perfect low budget hostel best in Portland

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 8, 2024

    10
    Perfect hostel in quiet Port Antonio
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A wonderful little hostel run by a friendly Italian owner! Close to the beaches with good bathrooms and a nice communal kitchen! I enjoyed my time here in Port Antonio

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: November 16, 2023

    10
    Amazing!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Clean Hostel with great staff! Stephano made sure we'll feel at home and gave us great advice for every place we wanted to visit. He is very experienced with Backpackers like us, and meeting other travelers throughout our Hostel stay was a real treat!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: September 22, 2023

    10
    Best price and so worth it
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 10 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Stefano very graciously helped me check in in the middle of the night as my flight landed at 2 in the morning. He is very knowledgeable of all the shortcuts to local beaches, and will even walk you there! Plus same day laundry service

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: May 28, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Perfect host, good location (walking distance to Winifred / Boston beaches), chillout vibes Pretty safe area - walked twice to the beach to swim alone before sunrise, no issues

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 2, 2023

    10
    I would stay at Porty again. Close to some small restaurants & a 10/15 min walk to 2 beaches
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    beds are a little uncomfortable

    location was good was very clean

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 21, 2023

    10
    Hostel n. 1 in Jamaica
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everithing was exellent!

    Uncomplicated and caring welcome by the host Stefano, he introduced us in the place, explained about sourroundings and all nearest attractions. He was very kind, Stefano is always ready for a help or to have a chat. Everithing you need as a backpacker is provided. We came in thinking to stay one night and ended up spending 5 night at porty hostel. N.1 hostel in Jamaica!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: October 30, 2022

    10
    Great traveller hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Informative Staff, good location

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: July 11, 2022

    10
    Best spot in town!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Absolutely nothing! Loved every second of my stay at Porty Hostel! Stefano keep it up!

    Porty hostel felt like home as soon as I walked in! Location is great, the hostel is clean, safe and deffo a great value for money. The hostel is very close to some of the most beautiful beaches in Portland area and when I say close I mean walking distance! The owner Stefano is super helpful and extremely friendly. I will definitely visit again! This is your spot in Portland!

    Stayed in July 2022

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