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Kapok HotelvsAcajou Hotel
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Kapok Hotel scores significantly higher than Acajou Hotel. Kapok Hotel comes in at #8 in Trinidad and Tobago with endorsements from 7 sources such as Frommer's, Fodor's and Rough Guide.
Kapok Hotel
Frommer's
Concierge
Fodor's
Rough Guide
DK Eyewitness
Oyster
Lonely Planet
16-18 Cotton Hill, St. Clair, Port of Spain, Trinidad
From $134/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "This modern but unpretentious nine-floor hotel, in the residential suburb of St. Clair, is an efficient, well-maintained operation run by the Chan family." Full review
Concierge "This midrise hotel on the upper edge of Queen's Park Savannah offers a prime location for Carnival goers, just steps from the festival grandstands where the judging takes place."
Fodor's "In a good neighborhood just off Queen's Park Savannah, the Kapok is a good all-around value if you want to stay in the city; it offers a high level of comfort and service." Full review
Rough Guide "Elegant, stylish hotel decorated with rattan furniture and handsome artwork, and in a great position for Carnival."
DK Eyewitness "Just off the Savannah and perfectly located for Carnival, this hotel has stylish rooms and suites with all facilities, including iron and board and coffeemaker."
OysterMid-Range
"Other amenities include a small pool, modern fitness room, and meeting rooms. A big plus is the hotel’s location up the block from Queen’s Park Savannah." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Not just a business hotel, the smart Kapok boasts an authentic Caribbean vibe." Full review
Acajou Hotel
Travel + Leisure Rough Guide Oyster Lonely Planet
The Wall Street Journal
209`Paria Main Road, Grande Rivière, Grande Riviere Toco, Trinidad
From $190/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
Travel + Leisure "The property has six Indonesian-style cottages with bamboo furnishings, muslin-draped beds, and spacious porches with lounge chairs." Full review
Rough Guide "Six luxurious and well-ventilated hardwood cabañas are located in a lush garden on the river, 50m from the beach."
OysterBudget
"Acajou Hotel is a rustic, two-and-a-half-pearl eco-friendly hotel within eyeshot of Grande Reviere Beach, the world’s second largest nesting site for leatherback turtles." Full review
Lonely Planet "Set in riverside gardens, Acajou has five bungalows replete with rich wood and bright-white linens and cushions." Full review
The Wall Street Journal "A family-run hotel, it consists of just six wooden, Asian-inspired cottages nestled between the beach or river and rainforest. Some cottages offer sea views."
