These apartments are built into a hill which sits right over the historic site of Kingston the old penal settlement. From the first few apartments the view of Kingston, the ocean and islands is through the windows but there may be no verandah, while others have mainly views of the lovely rolling hills and perhaps out to the ocean. Be sure to book the apartment on the top floor which is right on the roadway and nearer to Kingston for the best views.

The apartment itself is basic but clean and some have covered verandahs where you can sit and enjoy the view. As you are in and out most days and perhaps nights to shows or dinner this apartment would suffice for the stay. It is only about five minutes drive back into town and I preferred the views of the area and out to the two deserted island off shore rather than staying in the centre of the island in the town. The hire car is parked outside at angle right in front of the door and just perhaps two or three steps down into the level floored apartment. The laundry however is down flights of steps at the back of the apartments. It has a washer and dryer and iron and ironing board. The grounds at the back need to be renovated, however the views overrode this and we kicked back on the verandah most afternoons for a drink and nibblies before heading out once again.

Parking and the closeness of the road worried me at first, but really this island does not have heavy traffic and sleeping was no problem. The bathrooms were a bit tight and more like a small ensuite but we managed and were anxious to get out and about more than stay in. When we stayed at these apartments, the first time we were given a BBQ up on Ansons Bay and a breakfast down at Kingston in the open air, plus an orientation tour and a hire car included. Most bookings are for 7 days with a hire car and perhaps an orientation tour (go on this as soon as you arrive if possible). The cars are small 4 cylinders and Japanese make, believe me that is all you need on this small island of 8km X 5km.

The speed limit is about 50kmph around the island...doing 100 would have you take off and leave the end of the island!

Anyway, all in all I have stayed here twice and the last time we didn't have the BBQ as part of the deal but we did have a breakfast down at the Kingston area and the orientation tour. Not sure what is on offer now.

Panorama Seaside Apartments are definitely not 5 star and perhaps just 3 star but do remember this is an island way out in the Pacific Ocean and everything has to be brought in by boats from ships off shore. Buildings here are dated but are clean and refurbished when need be.
Just stand out the front door and tell me this is not one of the best views there is!