KENT ANTHONY GUEST HOUSE
Phone 1-767-448-2730 or 1-767-448-1767
Email: islandman89@hotmail.com
Prices: From $40 EC ($18 US) per person.
Directions: Corner of Old Street and Great Malborough Street, right next to Barclays Bank. (In photograph, Kent Anthony is the 3-storey, balcony building in the foreground.)
Located at 3 Great Malborough Street in the middle of the city center, Kent Anthony Guest House (KAGH) is a nice, clean, family-run guest house which has been run by the friendly Anselm family for almost 40 years. It was named after Kent and Anthony, the first two children of the Anselms. They never added the names of their two daughters who came along later, probably because by then, the business under the old name was already quite well known.
THE GUEST HOUSE:
(Facilities, location, clientele)
Newly-renovated, this 19 room establishment offers rooms with private bathroom and toilets, as well as a few in the beautiful colonial section of the building with shared facilities. In addition, they offer 24 hour cable television with all the major US cable channels, internet access, a wonderful view of stunningly lush Morne Bruce rising dramatically over the capital Roseau, and easy access to the 19th century gothic Catholic Cathedral, the botanical gardens, the major banks and shop, the fruit, vegetable and flower market, the bay front promenade/water fountain, and the cruise ship berth, as well as to the Old market Cultural Center and Museum. KAGH is also within 10 minutes walking distance of both the north or south bus stations. The closest beaches are either a quick bus-ride away or a long walk.
The interaction of guests with other travelers in the LOBBY of KAGH has often been cited as one of its best features. On any given day, you will find the eclectic clientele a perfect resource for exchanging anecdotes and travel tips with other travelers, and an interesting and refreshing oasis from your travels. Given it’s location, very affordable prices and it’s history of repeat customers and mouth to mouth referrals, its most frequent patrons tend to be Scandinavians, Europeans, (especially the French from neighboring Martinique and Guadeloupe), a few Dominicans who live abroad, miscellaneous backpackers, business persons and other Caribbean guests, and increasingly so, Americans and even Asians. Former guests include the West Indies Cricket Team, participants to several regional conferences and competitions including the calypsonians for the annual OECS Calypso competition, the St. Vincent Netball team, the Antigua girl guides, overseas and local delegates for church conventions, and various visiting soccer teams.
Standard rooms (shared bathroom facilities)
Single: $40 EC Double: $ 60 EC
Superior Rooms (Private bathroom facilities)
Single: $60 Double: $80 EC
-US$ are readily accepted
-Bath towels are basic amenities like Dominica-made soap are provided with our compliments.
THE STAFF:
Kent Anselm, who currently runs the guest house is very friendly, always helpful and informative and efficient. He was practically raised at the Guest House which bears his name, and was trained well by in the business by his parents Mr. and Mrs. Anselm. He can make arrangements for tours, taxis, restaurant reservations, scuba diving, nature expeditions, hiking, or anything else you may need. He knows the island inside-out. He also has the support of a dedicated and well trained staff.
THE BUILDING:
KAGH is housed in a unique 3 storey building in the center of Roseau, the capital. It has a traditional colonial facade at the front, which was originally built in the mid-1800's during the colonial era. This part of the building still boast some of its original French 'jalousy' windows and French doors. Also, the banister for the stairs up to the 2nd floor and the 2nd floor lobby in its entirety is surrounded by some very well-kept, original, intricate colonial wood work in pristine condition.
In the newer back section of the guest house added in the mid 80's after hurricane David, the architecture is more contemporary, but nicely complements the style of the older portion of the guest house. Both sides are well maintained and the entire guest house was extensively renovated, with furnishings etc upgraded after a small fire in the back section in the spring of 2000. Visitors to Roseau sometimes stop by, just to check out the architecture. It is just wonderful that the culturally valuable portion of Kent Anthony Guest House was spared permanent damage during both the 1979 hurricane and the 2000 fire.
SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS:
If you are planning to stay long-term, or if you are willing to pay in advance, a reasonable discount can be given. Also, if you need use of the kitchen, have disabilities, or are traveling with a huge group, family, kids or whatever your special needs may be, just email or call us to discuss it. A reservation is highly recommended during peak seasons such as during carnival, independence celebrations, the Creole festival and definitely during any 3 day weekend when other Caribbean nationals are apt to visit Dominica en masse.
Hoping to see you soon at Kent Anthony Guest House, one of the longest running Guest Houses in Roseau, Dominica.
CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS ARE WELCOME TOO:
If you are stopping over in Dominica for a one day cruise stop, feel free to stop to by Kent Anthony Guest House which offers a wide variety of beverages in it's 2nd floor balcony cafe in the middle of the Colonial Section of town. In addition, very inexpensive internet access is provided as well as free travel information, and a homely break from your sightseeing explorations in Roseau.
ABOUT DOMINICA:
(Taken from Silver Sea Web Page)
The 290 square mile island located between Martinique and Guadeloupe is the largest and most mountainous of the anglophone Windward Islands.The highest peak on Dominica is the 4,747-foot Morne Diablotin, often covered in mist. The untamed, ruggedly beautiful island is laced with numerous rivers and a luxuriant rainforest covers most of the interior. Here one can find the sisserou parrot and the red-necked parrot; both are indigenous to Dominica.
The island is also home to the last remnants of Carib Indians, whose ancestors came from South America over a thousand years ago. Christopher Columbus tried to set foot here on a Sunday in November of 1493, but departed in a hurry when the fierce Carib offered a hostile welcome. During the following centuries, the French and British tried to subdue the Indians and colonize the island. Finally in 1805 Dominica became an English possession and remained British until 1967 when the island gained self-government. In 1978, full independence was achieved and the island named officially Republic of the Commonwealth of Dominica.
With the island’s colonial background, the capital Roseau features both historic and modern buildings. Situated above town, on the slopes of Morne Bruce, are the beautiful Botanic Gardens with rare native and imported plants. The prominent 18th-century Fort Young is now part of the Fort Young Hotel complex. A recent facelift of the Roseau waterfront was carried out with the intention to improve facilities for cruise ship passengers.
To fully appreciate the island’s unspoiled beauty, a trip into the interior is a must. A good part of Dominica’s mountainous terrain is covered with dense evergreen rainforest, where rare plants and animals are still found that have long been extinct on neighboring islands. The Smithsonian Institute called the island a giant plant laboratory, unchanged for 10,000 years. Numerous hot springs bear witness to continuing volcanic activity. Dominica is truly a place to discover nature in all her splendor. But it is not an island for those looking for white sand beaches. Around the mouth of rivers and in sheltered bays, the beaches are of dark color.
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