Name: Finjam Cottage
Address: 2 King St, w1 Port Antonio, Jamaica, Port Antonio, Port Antonio, Port Antonio, w1, Jamaica
Rating: 7

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Previous reviewers have spoken about how basic the property is and that is fair comment but it is still good value for money.  The cottage was established by a Finnish lady and her Jamaican husband Tony (hence Finjam) however she sadly passed away two years ago and Tony has kept it going.  His strengths don't lie in communication  (better to phone him on Whatsapp rather than text or email) or administration but what I will say is he could not have been more welcoming and helpful.  My daughter came down with dengue fever and Tony made her garlic and ginger tea to help her recover.  It was only 5 minutes walk from the Knutsford Express bus station (the best way to travel in Jamaica) and the Marina which has a lovely beach.  Make sure you arrive when it's light, come out the bus depot, turn left, up a hill, left again at the Catholic church, left again and the top of that road on the left - lovely view over the marina.  I'd far rather give my business to Jamaicans if I can than these all inclusive places that don't really benefit the local economy.

Very laid back!

I stayed twice at FinJam Cottage in February 2018. I liked it enough on my first visit to stay there again a couple of weeks later and request the same room which had a comfortable double bed and a functioning ensuite shower room. I liked the headboard for the bed by a local artist and the general feeling of the room was pleasing and good value. Mr Tony is a nice helpful guy. Only a short walk from the centre of town but up a steep hill followed by steep steps from the road to the cottage. Arriving in daylight is recommended. The terrace outside my room has a lovely view over the bay and overlooks the Errol Flynn Marina

Friendly, good location and  good value

Stayed there for a night in a twin room with private bathroom. The room is small, beds are alright, the most shocking thing is that the toilet /bathroom is in the room but has no ceiling so basically you're doing your business in the bedroom which is awkward, specifically if you're not staying alone in the room. The host was friendly, wifi worked downstairs only not in the room upstairs. A very close walk to town and the the bus Station. Overall good value for money 

Good value for money 

We went to Finjam cottage on 24 december 2016. We really enjoyed our stay there. Port Antonio is a very small town and it's not easy to find some valuable place. Finjam is located on top of a hill where Tony (jamaicain) and Annelie (finnish) run the place very well. They are sweet and they're available if you need anything. Just ask them and they will refer you to someone reliable in town. The rooms were clean and the bed was comfortable. There is a kitchen where you can drink coffee and make your own breakfast. There is also 2 terraces (upstairs and downstairs). 

You better arrive by day otherwise you might not see the pannel and get lost like we did but a nice jamaican guy helped us to find the way!

The place to be in Porty!

After difficulty finding it (located at the end of King Street, not in the middle, as indicated on some maps), we checked in and relaxed.  Tony made us feel safe, and had someone that was able to drive us into town for some local food and a quick tour of the downtown area.  There was free coffee offered, but we weren't sure where this was available.  The room was clean and sufficient space for the two of us.  The shower curtain divider was a bit awkward, but didn't bother us.  We also didn't have hot water our second morning and the wifi went in and out.  All things being said, I would recommend Finjam to anyone travelling on a budget and wants to see the real Jamaica.  And ask for Wayne (through Tony) for any help with getting around town, or tours of the area.

Good location, fair price

It is a guesthouse and that is all you need to know.
The rooms are small and not that clean, there is a hot shower though!

The owner is nice, but we did not get a "small tour" to see where everything was.
We discovered on the last day where we could get some coffee..

Finjam cottage is on the top of a "hill". 

It was "ok" for once but definitely not a second time.

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