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The Gingerbread House

8 Carlos Street | Woodbrook, Trinidad
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The Gingerbread House
4.5 of 5 stars 42 Reviews
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Melbourne, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

We were in Trinidad to watch the Aussies take on the West Indies in a Cricket Test match in April 2012. Gingerbread House is located 10 minutes walk to Queens Park Oval. The place is lovely, a restored 1920 home with 4 rooms to rent. Perfectly located close to restaurants, cafes, bars in Woodbrook. Rosemary is the perfect host dishing... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

Stayed here for our recent trip in April 2012. This is the third time we have stayed here and in my opinion, the Gingerbread House is still the best place to stay in POS. The location is brilliant, short walk to the restaurants nearby, bank / ATM around the corner, short walk to the Savanah and, as we were there... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012

We stayed there for just over two weeks in January. This was the perfect base to explore the island and its capital,Port of Spain. It is near all the popular night spots and best restaurants.A great experience to stay in a old style house with all the modern conveniencies.There was also on-site parking for our hire car. Our hosts Rosemary... More

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Denver, Colorado
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2012

My girlfriend and I stayed here 2 nights, and although we were hardly around during the day, we enjoyed coming back to our temporary home. Close enough to walk to interesting places but far enough away you can sleep easily at night. A little pricey at $600TT/night, but it's safe and in a good location.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 December 2011
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We stayed in the Gingerbread House in November for just a few days. Rosemary is a pleasant and helpful host. I loved the sound of the tree frogs at night. Relaxed family atmosphere and well located.

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London, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 October 2011
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We recently visited Port of Spain and having seen some of the reviews on the Gingerbread House, decided to stay there for the full 2 weeks of our visit to Trinidad, as it sounded so welcoming. It was great - and absolutely lived up to our expectations. It was an excellent base for the holiday being centrally located, but just... More

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Toronto
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2011
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In Port of Spain we stayed at The Gingerbread House B&B, 8 Carlos St, Woodbrook, o Tel: 1-868/627- 8170 Cel: 1-686/792- 4334 o www.trinidadgingerbreadhouse.com o Email: info@trinidadgingerbreadhouse.com The house has been beautifully renovated, and our room was nicely decorated and comfortable. Rosemary, the owner, provided great breakfasts (fruit, eggs & toast, cereals, muffins, coffee, etc.). The area is safe and... More

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North Atlantic Ocean
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2011
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We spent a wonderful 5 days at the Gingerbread House. Our hosts Bernard & Rosemary, daughter Natalie, dog Ollie, Maid Sandra & Gardener Mr James, welcomed us into their beautiful home and treated us like family. Rosemary's breakfasts were sumptuous - orange juice, fresh fruit, a selection of cereals, eggs & bacon, toast & jam, coffee or tea. Located in... More

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Musselburgh, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2011
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Rosemary, Bernaud and Natalie made us feel very welcome, nearly family!!! We loved the food, the location and the attention to detail. Nothing was too much trouble. The room may have been a tad on the small size but I cannot fault the service. Fresh towels daily, bed changed every two/three days. I would highly recommend staying with them. Especially... More

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Austin, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 October 2010
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I took my wife to Trinidad for the first time and we can't wait to go back. First, about the Gingerbread House. We awoke to home made breakfast every morning, delicious island dishes (bake and salt fish, coconut water on one occasion) and they even sent the staff out one day because I just felt like having Frosted Flakes. The... More

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8 Carlos Street | Woodbrook, Trinidad
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