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Kingston is perhaps best known as the birthplace of reggae music and for the legendary Bob Marley and the Wailers. Today, Jamaica’s capital city is also the capital of all things reggae, and one of Kingston’s top attractions is the Bob Marley Museum, located in the icon's former house, which honors the “King of Reggae.”

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  • AC Hotel By Marriott Kingston, Jamaica

    AC Hotel By Marriott Kingston, Jamaica

    Jamaica, Kingston
    Our 4-Star classification designates those properties with well-appointed, deluxe accommodations, extensive amenities and comprehensive guest services. Expect attention to detail and a warm and hospitable staff ready to cater to your needs. These superb properties offer a truly refined getaway.
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      Not An All-Inclusive Property
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      Not A Couples Only Resort
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      Not an Adults Only Property
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      No Spa Services
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      Sandals/Beaches Resorts Only
    • Family Program Not Offered
      Family Program Not Offered
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    • Not A Beachfront Property
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    Offering an urban-modern, stylish experience that evokes a feeling of harmony and creativity, this all-new boutique hotel is surrounded by Kingston´s most popular attractions.

    • Not An All-Inclusive Property
      Not An All-Inclusive Property
    • Not A Couples Only Resort
      Not A Couples Only Resort
    • Not an Adults Only Property
      Not an Adults Only Property
    • No Spa Services
      No Spa Services
    • Sandals/Beaches Resorts Only
      Sandals/Beaches Resorts Only
    • Family Program Not Offered
      Family Program Not Offered
    • Breakfast Not Included
      Breakfast Not Included
    • No Meal Plans Available
      No Meal Plans Available
    • Not A Beachfront Property
      Not A Beachfront Property
    • No Villa
      No Villa

    Offering an urban-modern, stylish experience that evokes a feeling of harmony and creativity, this all-new boutique hotel is surrounded by Kingston´s most popular attractions.

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Overview

Kingston isn’t all about reggae; it is also the island’s premier destination for culture and cuisine, from colonial-era architecture and fine-art galleries to colorful markets and eclectic eateries. Kingston is also home to Jamaica’s primary port; in fact, it is the world’s 7th-largest natural harbor. The breathtaking Blue Mountains loom large over the city and are a great retreat from chaotic Kingston. Jamaica’s longest mountain range is home to tropical forest, waterfalls, coffee plantations and the island’s highest point, Blue Mountain Peak.

What To Do

Must-see attractions in Kingston include Devon House, a colonial-era mansion that also has shops, restaurants and an ice-cream parlor; Tuff Gong Recording Studios, where reggae’s greatest artists have recorded and where you can take Bob Marley’s “Making of the Music” tour, a behind-the-scenes look at the record-making process; and Port Royal, once known as “the wickedest city on Earth,” where you can explore Jamaica’s pirate past at the mouth of Kingston Harbor.