Hotels

Ocho Rios and the Central North Coast

Hotels are for the most part locally owned in Jamaica with the exception of a few foreign-owned resorts. Amenities range from shabby to world class at hotels across the island, with breakfast included at many accommodations. Many boutique hotels could be more accurately described as an assortment of cottages or villas. In Negril and Treasure Beach certain properties have tailored their offerings to entice sophisticated travelers who swear by places like Tensing Pen, The Caves, and Jake's.

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Moxons Beach Club

Moxons Beach Club (US$85–225) is a boutique property perched atop the cliffs in Stewart Town, between Tower Isle and Boscobel about 12 kilometers east of Ocho Rios. The four-level property descends to a private beach. Rooms face the sea or a courtyard and have queen- or king-size beds and en suite bathrooms. Wi-Fi is complimentary. A restaurant serves a mix of Jamaican and international dishes (US$8–28). This is a smart, well managed hotel ideal for couples or families with mature children.

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Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove.

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Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies.

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Jamaica Inn

Jamaica Inn (from US$349/586 d. low/high season) has remained one of the top hotels in the island for decades for good reason. Several features make the 55-unit property unique and charming.

The beach is one of the best in Jamaica, with fine golden sand and crystal clear water that drops off quickly, fringed by low coral bluffs. Thatch umbrellas are planted abundantly across the sand and the bar staff makes regular rounds. Even at full occupancy Jamaica Inn never feels overcrowded.

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Moon Palace Jamaica Grande

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande (rom US$466 low season, US$652 high season) is the most prominent hotel on Turtle Beach, oc­cupying the prime piece of real estate on the point of the bay. Completely refurbished in 2014 and taken over by Mexico-based Palace Resorts, the 705-room hotel boasts its own Dolphin Cove, a surf pool, a discotheque, buffet and à la carte dining. Rooms come in partial sea view and sea view categories, are modern and immaculate with quality toiletries, soft linens and minibars. Wi-Fi is available in the rooms and throughout the property.

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Kaz Kreol

Kaz Kreol (US$98) is located on a beautiful beach along White River Bay, adjacent to the Shaw Park Beach Hotel (which is run-down and definitely not recommended). Rooms have queen or king beds, cable, Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and private bathrooms with hot water.

The only place in town for falafel or a Greek sandwich is Little Santurini Grill (Kaz  Kreol, White River, 7am-10pm daily, tel. 876/974-4613, US$10-20). Both are convincingly prepared and affordably served beach- side on a gorgeous stretch of coast by the mouth of the White River.

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Moxons Beach Club

Moxons Beach Club (US$85–225) is a boutique property perched atop the cliffs in Stewart Town, between Tower Isle and Boscobel about 12 kilometers east of Ocho Rios. The four-level property descends to a private beach. Rooms face the sea or a courtyard and have queen- or king-size beds and en suite bathrooms. Wi-Fi is complimentary. A restaurant serves a mix of Jamaican and international dishes (US$8–28). This is a smart, well managed hotel ideal for couples or families with mature children.

In: Hotels, European Plan

Jewel Runaway Bay

Jewel Runaway Bay Beach and Golf Resort is a 266-room all-inclusive resort across the road from the Runaway Bay Gold Course. It has three swimming pools and 40 suites with private plunge pools. A three-story block on the western beach has 30 oceanfront rooms and suites, 14 of which have private plunge pools. In the eastern courtyard, there are 30 garden-view veranda suites, also with private plunge pools.

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