Jamaica Inn
An elegant anachronism, the atmosphere of Jamaica as it used to be before large all-inclusive resorts took over. Formal and subdued, with a beautiful private sand beach.
T: +1 876 974-2514. 45 rooms. US$ 265-
www.jamaicainn.com
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An elegant anachronism, the atmosphere of Jamaica as it used to be before large all-inclusive resorts took over. Formal and subdued, with a beautiful private sand beach.
T: +1 876 974-2514. 45 rooms. US$ 265-
www.jamaicainn.com
Solar-heated boutique hotel built from timber, stone and thatch and designed to exist in harmony with the jungle-like garden and volcanic rock land. Owned and run by three laid-back Australians, the Rockhouse Hotel is known for its cliffside views and its stylish good food.
T: +1 876 957-4373. 28 rooms. US$ 150-
www.rockhousehotel.com
Owned by a former theatrical set designer and located in a fishing village, this quirky, casual, funky, artsy hotel has been in same family for three generations. Its owner organizes and hosts the annual Calabash Literary Festival which attracts 3,000 people. Unlike most resort hotels that keep the locals at arms length, this hotel and its 2 restaurants are a gathering place for the local writers, musicians and artists. A British paper described Jake’s as “officially the coolest place to stay in the world.”
T: +1 876 965-3000. 29 rooms/cottages. US$ 95- (low season)
www.jakeshotel.com
Villa b&b and pool overlooking Montego Bay. Located a half mile away from Doctor’s Cave Beach and a few minutes away from the “Hip Strip” with its many shops and restaurants.
T: +1 876 877-7784
www.montegobayinn.com