Welcome to CTBH @ Eight. One of ten cozy and pristine apartment offering the creature comforts of home! Stunningly placed across the street from Devon House and in close proximity to the New Kingston Business District, these well-appointed studio apartments are the perfect vacation rental for a uniquely unconventional, Jamaican living experience. Modern decor and an excellent alternative to impersonal Hotel accommodations. Electricity and Water back up systems are at this location.
Landmarks: Devon House, Mega Mart, Gore Business Centre
`Choose To Be Happy!` @ EI8HT is newest addition to this family.
Looking for a perfect location……with a budget?
Look no further. CTBH @ EI8HT offers just that.
Stunningly placed in close proximity to the New Kingston Business District, This well-appointed studio apartment is the perfect vacation rental apartment for a uniquely unconventional, truly Jamaican living experience. It provides you with the absolute alternative to the bigger, impersonal Hotel accommodations.
Fancy getting away for the weekend?
Guest`s can access the entire apartment. `Choose To Be Happy!` @ EI8HT is situated in a gated complex with 24-hour security across the street from Devon House and between New Kingston and Liguanea. Shops, restaurants, night life and other amenities are all close by.
Our guest may interact with us whenever necessary.
Why `Choose To Be Happy?` - 8 Reasons Why!!!
1. Every new day is another chance to change your life - If you have ever dreamt of some things that you would like to have in your life, today is a great opportunity to do even some small things that will take you to the path of your dreams.
2. This day is an opportunity to be better than yesterday - If your pursuit every day is to be better than yesterday, your self-esteem and happiness will increase. Don`t try to be perfect, just focus on being a better person in every way, every day, and you will achieve great things and happiness in the long run.
3. You can be who you want to be right now - It doesn`t matter what your situation looks like, you can start being who you want to be today, no matter how your life is at the moment. You don`t have to sell your house to be adventurous or have more money to share it more. Just ask yourself: “How can I be that person I want to be in this moment?`
4. The glass is both half-empty and half-full - Your attitude and thoughts define your reality, so you can choose how you see your life starting today. Finding compassion even for the worst in human behavior, and working to inspire the best will make you happy, too.
5. Happiness comes from your own actions - You can do anything you want today to make your life better if you just decide to do so. You can spread joy around you, even if you don`t have everything you want. Giving joy to other people will make your day happier, too.
6. You have great friends - You have good friends in your life that you can share your inner feelings with. If you don`t have that many close friends, today is a great opportunity to make new friends.
7. You can learn a new thing today - Learning new skills are very rewarding and helps us to proceed in life. It is possible to learn something new every day, so start thinking what you would like to learn today and just find ways to learn it. Now when we have the Internet, it is so easy to learn anything by just asking the popular search engines.
8. The summer is coming soon - If the summer isn`t coming in the next month’s where you live right now, it will always come in one year anyway. Remember the feeling of warm sun on your skin, the smell of coconut sunscreen, not having to wear a coat even at night, sunglasses, freckles, cold beer, the beach, tan lines, the smell of freshly cut grass and the faces of happy people? Thinking about summer and the good times you will have then makes you feel good.
`Choose to Be Happy!` @ EI8HT:
- Within 6 - 8 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.
9) Constant Spring Golf Club
10) Jamzone Bowling Alley and Lounge
- Within 25 minutes drive of Downtown Kingston, the centre of business and trade located on Kingston`s picturesque waterfront.
- Within 35 minutes of the Norman Manley Int`l Airport and the historic Port Royal.
`Choose to Be Happy!` @ EI8HT is the perfect jump off point for visits to the old pirate city of Port Royal, the Bob Marley Museum (former home of the Reggae King), Lime Cay for swimming and the magnificent Blue Mountains (over 7000 feet above sea level) for hiking, birding or sight seeing tours.
We offer island-wide tours and tour guide assistance. Just ask us anything!
- Airport and Bus Station pick-ups and drop-offs can be arranged with our veteran affiliate Executive driver`s.
- Our trusted and prompt affiliate taxi drivers are always available to whisk you off to your desired destination at affordable rates.
- The Knutsford Express - Your key to the rest of the island. Knutsford Express operates comfortable, reasonably priced daily routes to and from Ocho Rios, Montego Bay, Montego Bay Int`l Airport, Negril, Falmouth, Port Antonio and Mandeville, as well as scheduled round-trips to key concerts and entertainment events, e.g. Reggae Sumfest, and Rebel Salute.
- Feeling adventurous, or already know your way around? Vehicle rental can also be arranged, based on vehicle availability.
`Choose to Be Happy!` @ EI8HT would like for you to feel rest assured that of all the vacation home rental properties in Kingston you could have chosen; YOU have chosen a property that will give you something that will REALLY make you happy. And what makes people happier than vacations? Nothing!
We believe that happiness is contagious, and our goal is to help spread it across the country. We`re creating a whole CTBH movement based on the notion that when you give happy, you get happy. It`s a chain reaction, and we aim to be a strong link in that chain.
Please feel free to proceed with the confirmation of your reservation at your earliest possible convenience.
The following guest services are available upon request at an additional cost:
1) Breakfast Service
2) Housekeeping
3) Laundry Service
4) Dry Cleaning
5) Mobile Phone Rental
Please feel free to request further details at time of booking.
Re: 📌 CTBH House Rules — Quick, Clear Guidelines for a Smooth Stay 😊🏡
Dear Valued Guest,
Warm Caribbean greetings from Choose To Be Happy (CTBH) Vacation Rentals! 🌞🌴
To keep your stay comfortable, safe, and respectful for neighbors, please review these quick House Rules (portfolio-wide):
✅ CTBH House Rules (Quick Taglines)
1. 🕒 Check-in 3PM | Check-out 11AM
2. 👤 Registered guests only — no overnight visitors
3. 🚫 No parties, events, or gatherings
4. 🔇 Keep noise low — respect quiet hours
5. 🚭 No smoking inside — cigarettes, cigars, weed, vapes
6. 🐾 No pets unless approved in writing
7. 👥 Respect max occupancy — no extra persons
8. 🚫 Illegal activity is strictly prohibited
9. 💳 Keep payments current to maintain access
10. 🔐 Do not share keys or door codes
11. 🚪 Lock doors and windows when leaving
12. 📹 Exterior cameras may monitor entry areas
13. 🚗 Park only in assigned spaces
14. 🧼 Keep the space tidy — avoid extra cleaning fees
15. 🧺 Use towels/linens properly — no stains or dye
16. 💧 Wipe spills quickly to prevent damage
17. ❄️ Keep A/C on, doors/windows closed
18. 🔌 Turn off lights/appliances when not needed
19. 🗑️ Take out trash regularly — prevent pests
20. 🍽️ Wash dishes promptly — avoid insects
21. 🛠️ Report issues immediately — we’ll fix fast
22. 🧴 No grease or oil down sinks
23. 🔥 Don’t tamper with safety equipment
24. 🛋️ Don’t move furniture outdoors
25. 😊 Communicate early — we’re here to help
Thank you for your co-operation and for helping us maintain the CTBH standard of comfort, cleanliness, and peace of mind. 💛
Warm regards,
Your SuperHost & The CTBH Reservations Team
Choose To Be Happy — Where Joy 😊 Meets Hospitality 🏨✨
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