Kingstown, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
High Field Guesthouse
📍 Kingstown
Il tuo soggiorno — High Field Guesthouse
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La proprietà — High Field Guesthouse
High Field Guesthouse sits on a steep ridge above Kingstown, a modest three-storey concrete guesthouse with a wraparound veranda. The lobby is a tiled, fan-cooled front room with a reception desk and a few chairs; the vibe is practical and neighbourly, not decorative. It suits budget-conscious travellers, solo adventurers and short-stay workers who want a clean bed, reliable WiFi and quick access to the ferry terminal and market square. The USP is its hillside location: you get bay views and a steady breeze even on still days.
Cronache di Kingstown
Kingstown was founded by French settlers in the early 1700s as a fortified port, then rebuilt by the British after a devastating 1780 hurricane. Its grid of narrow streets and stone warehouses dates mostly from the 19th century, when Kingstown was a major sugar-exporting hub. The city’s architectural personality is a faded colonial grid of pastel-painted timber and concrete buildings, with the twin spires of St George’s Anglican Cathedral (1820) anchoring the skyline. Today it’s the commercial and political heart of St Vincent, with a lively fish market, a bustling transport depot, and a culture shaped by Carnival, calypso, and the quiet resilience of its 16,000 residents.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Kingstown →I migliori mesi
January and February: driest months, temperatures 24-29°C, strong trade winds keep humidity low, and crowds are moderate except during a few cruise-ship days.
Peak / Festival Surge
Late June through early July (Vincy Mas Carnival). Hotel prices double or triple, the city fills with overseas visitors and cruise traffic, and the guesthouse books out weeks ahead. The Carnival road march and street parties drive demand.
Stagione di spalla
May and November: rain is more likely but midday downpours clear quickly, flight and hotel rates drop 20-30%, and the beaches and restaurants are quiet.
Meteo e imballaggio
Even in July, a sudden tropical downpour can flood the streets within minutes. Pack a compact waterproof jacket and a pair of sandals that dry fast; don’t bother with an umbrella—the wind will turn it inside out.
Briefing della città — Kingstown
- The main cruise-ship jetty in Kingstown is closed for repairs until October 2026; cruise passengers are being tendered ashore to a temporary pontoon near the fish market, causing some traffic congestion on Bay Street.
- Vincy Mas Carnival 2026 runs 24 June–7 July; the guesthouse will have noise from steel-pan practice in nearby yards and street closures on the parade days (5–7 July).
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to High Field Guesthouse, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first floor or above, at the rear of the building away from the main street. First floor offers slightly more quiet than ground, without the staircase climb (no lift noted).
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street — they pick up passing traffic and any early-morning street activity in Kingstown.
Best views
With a Kingstown address, best view likely overlooks the rear garden or a quieter side street — not a sea view, but less traffic noise. Specify 'rear-facing' at booking.
Quietest floors
Given no lift, the quietest floors are the first floor (quieter than ground) and possibly the second floor, but note the stair climb.
🔊 Noise notes
Main road frontage in Kingstown means traffic noise from early morning (delivery vans, taxis, buses). Street-side rooms will suffer. No mention of bar or air conditioning noise, but assume no soundproofing in a 3-star.
Insider tips
1. Book a rear-facing room directly with the guesthouse to avoid street noise. 2. If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs — no lift means stairs and thin walls are likely.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
strutture alberghiere — High Field Guesthouse
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speeds around 15 Mbps down, 5 Mbps up. No log-in or password needed; network is 'HighField_Guest'.
No lift; all rooms up one flight of stairs. Guests with heavy suitcases should ask for ground-floor room when booking.
No digital newsstand. One copy of the local Searchlight newspaper left in the common lounge each morning.
Standard check-in 14:00–21:00. Early bag-drop from 09:00. Late check-out until 13:00 for 50 XCD, subject to availability.
Free baggage storage before check-in and after check-out, left behind the front desk.
No step-free access; two steps at main entrance. No wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathrooms. Staircase only.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is at Kingstown Cruise Ship Terminal, 400 m away, 5 XCD per hour, 40 XCD overnight. No EV charging.
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: 10 XCD per room per night
Deposit & card hold: First night charged as deposit at booking; 100 XCD incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Eastern Caribbean Dollar, XCD
Use bank ATMs in Kingstown for the best rate; avoid airport or hotel exchange bureaus which give poor rates.
Credit/debit cards accepted in hotels and larger stores; small shops, cafes, and taxis expect cash, so carry XCD.
Restaurants often add a 10% service charge; if not, 10% is fine. Taxis no tip required; hotel staff $1-2 per bag.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →Local bakery coffee or roadside stall coffee, about 3-5 XCD.
Plate of roti or chicken and rice from a local takeaway, about 10-15 XCD.
Main dish at a modest local restaurant, about 20-30 XCD.
Fish fries and BBQ stalls along the waterfront in Kingstown, especially Friday nights.
Budget stores: Gittens, John's, and Epicurean supermarkets scattered in Kingstown.
Affordable clothes at Kingstown’s main market (Market Square) and small boutiques on Grenville Street.
Minibuses (dollar vans) for 2 XCD per ride within town; from the airport, a shared minibus to Kingstown costs about 10-15 XCD.
Eat at local food stalls and supermarkets instead of tourist-facing restaurants. Use minibuses rather than taxis. Buy produce at the Kingstown market for cheaper meals.
Emergency Contacts
KingstownFor all emergencies, dial 911 first. If unavailable, use the direct numbers. The main hospital is Milton Cato Memorial Hospital (1-784-457-2916). General inquiries: 1-784-456-1111.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Kingstown, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at High Field Guesthouse
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
Kingstown Transport Centre (2 min walk from hotel) → Mesopotamia Valley or Georgetown
💡 These are the true local buses—loud, fast, and cheap. Stand near the Bus Stop sign on Bay Street. Route numbers aren't consistent; just ask the driver 'Going to Valley?' before boarding.
The Cobblestone Hotel → Villa Beach or Calliaqua
💡 Hail yellow plate taxis on the street—white plates are private. Confirm price first. For a short skip to the ferry terminal, it's EC$10.
Argyle International Airport bus stop (main road) → Kingstown Market Square (5 min walk to hotel)
💡 Minibuses don't have fixed stops—just wave one down. They're packed with locals and reggae. Carry small change (EC$). The route passes through Calliaqua, not suitable with heavy luggage.
Argyle International Airport (SVD) → The Cobblestone Hotel, Kingstown
💡 Negotiate the fare before getting in; fixed rates are posted at the airport taxi stand. Ask for Livingston if you want a reliable driver who knows the backroads.
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at High Field Guesthouse?
Request a room on the first floor or above, at the rear of the building away from the main street. First floor offers slightly more quiet than ground, without the staircase climb (no lift noted).
Which rooms should I avoid at High Field Guesthouse?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street — they pick up passing traffic and any early-morning street activity in Kingstown.
Is High Field Guesthouse noisy?
Main road frontage in Kingstown means traffic noise from early morning (delivery vans, taxis, buses). Street-side rooms will suffer. No mention of bar or air conditioning noise, but assume no soundproofing in a 3-star.
Which rooms have the best views at High Field Guesthouse?
With a Kingstown address, best view likely overlooks the rear garden or a quieter side street — not a sea view, but less traffic noise. Specify 'rear-facing' at booking.
What are insider tips for staying at High Field Guesthouse?
1. Book a rear-facing room directly with the guesthouse to avoid street noise. 2. If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs — no lift means stairs and thin walls are likely.
What time is check-in at High Field Guesthouse?
Check-in at High Field Guesthouse is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does High Field Guesthouse have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speeds around 15 Mbps down, 5 Mbps up. No log-in or password needed; network is 'HighField_Guest'.
Is there a city or tourist tax at High Field Guesthouse?
10 XCD per room per night
Where can I eat cheaply near High Field Guesthouse?
Plate of roti or chicken and rice from a local takeaway, about 10-15 XCD.
What is the cheapest way to get around from High Field Guesthouse?
Minibuses (dollar vans) for 2 XCD per ride within town; from the airport, a shared minibus to Kingstown costs about 10-15 XCD.
When is the best time to visit Kingstown?
January and February: driest months, temperatures 24-29°C, strong trade winds keep humidity low, and crowds are moderate except during a few cruise-ship days.
Principali attrazioni a Kingstown
💡 Go on a Saturday morning before 9am for the best selection and the most lively atmosphere. Bring small bills — vendors rarely have change for large notes. Try a freshly grated nutmeg on a local mango slice.
💡 Pop in midday when it's quiet and the light hits the windows. You can sit in a pew for a few minutes — it's cool, peaceful, and has good acoustics. There's often a guide on hand if you ask nicely.
💡 You can walk here from town in 10 minutes. The parrots are usually most active around 11am when they get fed. Donation box at the entrance; give a few EC dollars if you can.
💡 Go early in the morning before 10am to beat the heat and the sea haze, which rolls in after lunch and kills the view. Take the short taxi or minibus up (about 5 EC) rather than walking the steep road.
💡 Costs 10 EC (about $4 USD) entry. Go early — parrots are seen reliably before 10am, especially in the wet season (June-November). Wear proper shoes; the trail gets muddy even after light rain. You can take a shared minibus from town to Vermont village, then walk 1km uphill to the trailhead.