A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Bob Marley Museum
1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Swimming pool
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Balcony
Explore the area
Kingston, St. Andrew Parish
United States of America Embassy
Place, United States of America Embassy
17 min walk
Bob Marley Museum
Place, Bob Marley Museum
17 min walk
National Stadium
Place, National Stadium
3 min drive
Kingston (KIN-Norman Manley Intl.)
Airport, Kingston (KIN-Norman Manley Intl.)
29 min drive
Rooms & beds
0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)
Common Spaces
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
About this property
Choose To Be Happy @ Seymour # 16 (Studio)
🌴 CTBH @ Seymour #16 — Tropical Studio Living in Kingston`s Golden Triangle 🇯🇲✨
Welcome to Choose To Be Happy @ Seymour #16, a stylish 325 sq. ft. studio where modern comfort meets the relaxed charm of Jamaica. Tucked within a leafy tropical oasis in Kingston`s sought-after Golden Triangle, this self-contained retreat is ideal for couples, solo travellers, executives and extended-stay guests seeking privacy, convenience and character.
Step inside an HGTV-inspired space featuring a comfortable queen bed, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, a 42-inch HDTV, private bathroom and fully equipped kitchen—everything you need to settle in and feel at home. Just outside your window, a beautiful Bombay mango tree frames the view while refreshing sea and mountain breezes add a distinctly tropical touch. 🌿🥭
When the Jamaican sunshine turns up the heat, take a refreshing dip in the shared swimming pool or simply unwind within the peaceful surroundings. The gated complex offers 24-hour security, giving you added peace of mind throughout your stay.
Location is one of Seymour #16`s greatest advantages. The U.S. Embassy, Bob Marley Museum, New Kingston, Sovereign Centre, Hope Botanical Gardens, Devon House, restaurants, cafés, shopping and nightlife are all within easy reach. Whether your itinerary means meetings, sightseeing, dining or discovering Kingston`s culture, you`re perfectly positioned to experience it all. 🌆🎶
Want an even easier stay? Optional airport transfers, housekeeping, breakfast service and other guest conveniences can be arranged upon request and subject to availability. Our responsive CTBH hospitality team is also available whenever you need assistance or local recommendations.
Come for the location. Relax for the comfort. Stay for the tropical character—and leave with a little more Jamaica in your heart.
✨ CTBH @ Seymour #16 — your peaceful Kingston hideaway, Where Joy 😊 Meets Hospitality 🏨✨Your Kingston escape starts here—easy, warm and memorable 📌 Choose To Be Happy (CTBH) Vacation Rentals — House Rules & Pre-Arrival Requirements
Dear Valued Guest,
Warm Caribbean greetings from Choose To Be Happy (CTBH) Vacation Rentals! 🌞🇯🇲
Thank you for choosing CTBH. Our goal is to provide every guest with a safe, secure, comfortable, and enjoyable stay. By completing your reservation, you agree to comply with the following House Rules and Pre-Arrival Requirements.
🔑 PRE-ARRIVAL REQUIREMENTS (Required Before Check-In)
1. ✅ Online Check-In is Required
Prior to arrival, all guests must complete CTBH`s secure online check-in process. This enables us to prepare your arrival and provide access to your Guest Portal.
2. 🆔 Guest Identity Verification
The Primary Booker is required to complete identity verification before arrival where permitted by applicable booking platform policies and local requirements.
3. 👥 Guest Registration
All overnight guests must be registered before arrival. Unregistered overnight guests are not permitted.
4. 📝 Rental Agreement
Guests are required to electronically acknowledge CTBH`s Rental Agreement before arrival where applicable.
5. 💳 Security Deposit / Pre-Authorization
We require a refundable security deposit in the form of a pre-authorization hold (typically US$200–US$300).
This is NOT a charge.
The authorization is released following check-out and satisfactory inspection, subject to your financial institution`s processing times.
6. 📲 Guest Portal
Following completion of the required pre-arrival steps, guests receive access to their secure Guest Portal containing:
• Arrival instructions • Door access information • Wi-Fi details • House Manual • Digital Guidebook • Reservation information
🏡 DURING YOUR STAY
7. 🕒 Check-in: 3:00 PM | Check-out: 11:00 AM
Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability and additional cost.
8. 👤 Registered Guests Only
Only registered guests may occupy the property overnight.
9. 🚫 No Parties or Events
Parties, gatherings and unauthorized functions are prohibited.
10. 🔇 Quiet Hours
Please respect neighbours by keeping noise to a minimum, particularly during designated quiet hours.
11. 🚭 No Smoking Indoors
Smoking, vaping, marijuana and cigars are strictly prohibited inside the property.
12. 🐾 Pets
Pets are only permitted with prior written approval.
13. 👥 Maximum Occupancy
The maximum occupancy stated in the listing must not be exceeded.
14. 🚫 Illegal Activity
Illegal activity of any kind is strictly prohibited.
🔐 SECURITY
15. 🔑 Access Codes
Door codes, keys and access credentials are confidential and must not be shared.
16. 🔒 Secure the Property
Please lock all doors and windows whenever leaving.
17. 📹 Security Cameras
Exterior security cameras may monitor entrances and common exterior areas only.
🚗 PROPERTY CARE
18. 🚗 Parking
Use designated parking spaces only.
19. 🧹 Cleanliness
Please leave the apartment reasonably tidy to avoid additional cleaning charges.
20. 🧺 Towels & Linen
Please use towels and linens appropriately.
21. 💧 Prevent Damage
Report spills or accidental damage promptly.
⚡ ENERGY CONSERVATION
22. ❄️ Air Conditioning
Keep doors and windows closed while operating the air conditioning.
23. 💡 Electricity
Please switch off lights and appliances when not in use.
🧰 MAINTENANCE
24. 🛠️ Report Issues Promptly
Please notify us immediately if maintenance is required.
25. 🧴 Plumbing
Do not dispose of grease, oil or unsuitable items down sinks or toilets.
🤝 COMMUNICATION
26. 💛 We`re Here to Help
If anything arises before or during your stay, please contact us immediately so we can assist.
💛 Thank You
Thank you for helping us maintain the high standards that have enabled Choose To Be Happy Vacation Rentals to welcome thousands of guests since 2014.
We look forward to providing you with a safe, seamless, and memorable stay in Jamaica.
Warm regards,
Your SuperHost & The CTBH Reservations Team Choose To Be Happy — Where Joy 😊 Meets Hospitality 🏨✨
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📌 Choose To Be Happy (CTBH) Vacation Rentals — House Rules & Pre-Arrival Requirements
Dear Valued Guest,
Warm Caribbean greetings from Choose To Be
Important information
You need to know
Property # 633357vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Kingston
New Kingston, a neighbourhood in Kingston, is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Blue and John Crow Mountains National Park and Emancipation Park, while Bob Marley Museum and Little Theater are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at National Arena or National Indoor Arena.
United States of America Embassy - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Bob Marley Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Palace Cineplex - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
National Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
Jamaica House - 4 min drive - 1.7 km
Getting around
Kingston (KIN-Norman Manley Intl.) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Mystic Thai - 10 min walk
The New Mas Camp - 3 min drive
Barbican Beach - 3 min drive
Café Blue - 17 min walk
100 Hope Road - 13 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Choose To Be Happy @ Seymour # 16 (Studio) have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Choose To Be Happy @ Seymour # 16 (Studio)?
As of 24 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Choose To Be Happy @ Seymour # 16 (Studio) on 30 Aug, 2026 start from S$1,197, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Choose To Be Happy @ Seymour # 16 (Studio) pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Choose To Be Happy @ Seymour # 16 (Studio)?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Choose To Be Happy @ Seymour # 16 (Studio)?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Choose To Be Happy @ Seymour # 16 (Studio)?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Choose To Be Happy @ Seymour # 16 (Studio) located?
Located in New Kingston, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of United States of America Embassy, Palace Cineplex and Bob Marley Museum. Independence Park and National Arena are also within 1 mile (2 km).
About the host
Hosted by SHELDON JAMES
Hey, I'm Sheldon!!!
I love life and everything about it! I'm the Director / Sales & Marketing Manager for a family owned new & used car and auto parts business in Kingston for over 20 years.
I'm a social butterfly & a foodie who enjoys traveling, meeting & interacting with new friends, cultures and living life to the fullest.
'Our only limitations are those we set-up in our minds!'
Why they chose this property
Nestled in the heart of the capital city, Choose To Be Happy is the ultimate vacation rental if you are planning a trip to Kingston, Jamaica.
Choose To Be Happy offers state-of-the-art decadence, with ultra modern decorative features, all at an affordable rate and within the confines of a gated community.
“We believe that happiness is contagious, and our goal is to help spread it across the country,” said Sheldon James, owner, Choose To Be Happy. “We created the Choose To Be Happy concept based on the notion that when you give happy, you get happy. It’s a chain reaction, and we aim to be a catalyst for happiness.”
If you want to relax outdoors the pool awaits your indulgence. If you seek quiet solitude, the outdoor balcony is perfect, maybe just a lazy read of one of the many books or you could watch a movie on satellite TV indoors. Other amenities include air conditioning, Internet access, washer and dryer.
“Choose To Be Happy would like for our guests to feel reassured of all the vacation rental properties in Kingston, they chose a property that will really make them happy,” said James.
Here’s what Choose To Be Happy guests are saying:
“As a travel agent and wedding planner, I travel quite a bit. I am so pleased that I stayed here for a few days, as it’s certainly become my oasis. I will most definitely be back again and again. I feel like I have found my very own hidden paradise in Kingston.” – Wedding_Guru, review on
“Choose To Be Happy is the perfect place to stay if and when you visit Kingston, Jamaica. This apartment is very clean, cozy, decorative and well equipped with everything that you need. Sheldon the owner is awesome and friendly and goes out of his way to accommodate his guests. The apartment is centrally located to everything, which was great and convenient. I definitely recommend this place to anyone who is visiting Kingston.” – Karen T, review on
What makes this property unique
"Choose to Be Happy!" @ Palms of Annette:
- Within 2 minutes walking distance of Mega Mart (a 24-hour supermarket, cafe and general store, equivalent to Walmart), and Triple T's Eatery. Both cafes serve a hearty Jamaican breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- Within 5 minutes driving distance of Devon House - A historical Victorian Great House bordered by sprawling lawns, craft shops and an ice cream parlour that is rated the 4th best place to eat ice cream in the World (yes... the World) by National Geographic.
- Within 3-5 minutes drive of:
1) The Wine Bar & Grill - Our fave place for a relaxing meal and any wine of your choosing, or a first stop for a night on the town. Tell Ossie we sent you and get 10% off your bill. (Did we mention we love this place?)
2) The Marketplace – Jamaica's premier dining and entertainment hub, which boasts world-class Indian, Chinese, Japanese, Mediterranean and local restaurants to satisfy the international palette, including Usain Bolt's Tracks and Records, and the high energy Club Fiction.
3) The Terra Nova - Offers a five-star dining experience at the Regency Restaurant; Champagne High Tea on Thursdays and a decadent Sunday Brunch at The Terrace; and an opportunity to 'lyme' with Kingston's in-crowd at the Regency Lounge & Bar.
4) Andrews Memorial Hospital - Kingston's best private hospital.
- Within 6-8 minutes drive of:
1) New Kingston – Kingston's Corporate Business district
2) Bob Marley Museum – The world famous home of the legendary King of Reggae, a recent stop for US President Barrack Obama.
3) Shopping Malls
4) The Knutsford Express (Bus Station)
5) Emancipation Park
6) The Hope Zoo at the Royal Botanical Gardens
7) Nightclubs, restaurants, international business offices and
8) Embassies such as The United States of America, Canada and the United Kingdom.