The Kariba guest house is a wonderful place to stay if you are around Mandeville for any period of time. Derrick and his family are incredibly friendly and Dawbson is always there to help with any thing you could need and his cooking is finger licking good. The room was clean, comfortable and had its own balcony. Even Rex the... more

My group were the very first guests at Kariba, I believe in July of 1998. We had stayed at Kariba's previous location the year previously. Derrick O'Connor and his family have made us feel right at home during the several times we have returned. The rooms are very comfortable and the meals we were served by Derrick and company were... more

I spent a night with church members as it was our convention. It is a lovely location. Very spacious property. Lounge area where you can relax. Price is right even for us Jamaicans.The Owner is friendly and entertaining. He will also take you to his other property which you must visit called Little Rippon farm, that memory will live with... more

KaribaKariba is a relatively new guest house or small hotel on the northwest outskirts of Mandeville. You will need a car. It is a clean, tasteful, quiet, and comfortable place to stay. A lovely breakfast is included in the price of $45 US. Derek the owner is pleasant, gregarious, and helpful, as is his cook. The best bargain in Mandeville.... more