On the northern edge of Montego Bay’s Hip Strip, Royal Decameron Montego Beach Resort is a five to 15-minute walk from dozens of shops, restaurants, attractions. The all-inclusive hotel offers more amenities than most would expect from a two-and-a-half-pearl property, including a soft sand beach, two clean pools, a handful of restaurants and bars, and a small spa. Each of its 144 rooms is bright and airy, with small flat-screen TVs, bottled water, and balconies, though decor is sparse. The general non-stop party vibe may discourage some travelers and the lack of free Wi-Fi is disappointing. Check rates at the nearby SeaGarden Beach Resort for a similarly priced, three-and-a-half-pearl alternative with a more mature atmosphere.
On the northern edge of Montego Bay’s Hip Strip, Royal Decameron Montego Beach Resort is a five to 15-minute walk from dozens of shops, restaurants, attractions. The all-inclusive hotel offers more amenities than most would expect from a two-and-a-half-pearl property, including a soft sand beach, two clean pools, a handful of restaurants and bars, and a small spa. Each of its 144 rooms is bright and airy, with small flat-screen TVs, bottled water, and balconies, though decor is sparse. The general non-stop party vibe may discourage some travelers and the lack of free Wi-Fi is disappointing. Check rates at the nearby SeaGarden Beach Resort for a similarly priced, three-and-a-half-pearl alternative with a more mature atmosphere.
Zoetry Montego Bay is a four-pearl oceanfront all-inclusive with plenty of contemporary appeal. Its 49 air-conditioned rooms -- some with semi-private plunge pools and ocean views -- have attractive interiors plus flat-screen TVs, twice-daily restocked minibars, and bathrooms featuring Aveda toiletries. Zoetry’s beach -- while sometimes covered in sea grass -- is lined with lounge chairs, and free non-motorized water sports are included. Its four ocean-view restaurants get mostly positive reviews, especially the jerk pit. Other amenities include a waterside pool, full-service spa, small fitness center, and a 24-hour coffee shop. The resort’s freebies make it stand out and include sailing lessons, fitness classes, and laundry service. For an alternative oceanfront stay with a beautiful beach, multiple restaurants, and a laid-back vibe, its worth checking out Ocho Rios’ Melia Braco Village as well.
Zoetry Montego Bay is a four-pearl oceanfront all-inclusive with plenty of contemporary appeal. Its 49 air-conditioned rooms -- some with semi-private plunge pools and ocean views -- have attractive interiors plus flat-screen TVs, twice-daily restocked minibars, and bathrooms featuring Aveda toiletries. Zoetry’s beach -- while sometimes covered in sea grass -- is lined with lounge chairs, and free non-motorized water sports are included. Its four ocean-view restaurants get mostly positive reviews, especially the jerk pit. Other amenities include a waterside pool, full-service spa, small fitness center, and a 24-hour coffee shop. The resort’s freebies make it stand out and include sailing lessons, fitness classes, and laundry service. For an alternative oceanfront stay with a beautiful beach, multiple restaurants, and a laid-back vibe, its worth checking out Ocho Rios’ Melia Braco Village as well.
Named after Montego Bay’s most famous beach, Doctors Cave Beach Hotel is a budget-friendly 90-room property located on the city’s “hip strip.” Located across the street from its namesake, the hotel is within walking distance of shops, bars, restaurants, and nightclubs. It’s also a convenient 10-minute drive from the airport. The hotel has a small pool and hot tub and offers free breakfast and Wi-Fi, but there’s no full-service restaurant and decor is incredibly dated throughout. It’s worth comparing rates at the nearby Gloucestershire Hotel, but travelers looking for a resort-like atmosphere might prefer the Holiday Inn Resort Montego Bay.
Named after Montego Bay’s most famous beach, Doctors Cave Beach Hotel is a budget-friendly 90-room property located on the city’s “hip strip.” Located across the street from its namesake, the hotel is within walking distance of shops, bars, restaurants, and nightclubs. It’s also a convenient 10-minute drive from the airport. The hotel has a small pool and hot tub and offers free breakfast and Wi-Fi, but there’s no full-service restaurant and decor is incredibly dated throughout. It’s worth comparing rates at the nearby Gloucestershire Hotel, but travelers looking for a resort-like atmosphere might prefer the Holiday Inn Resort Montego Bay.
Located just north of Montego Bay’s tourist district, the all-inclusive SeaGarden Beach Resort is convenient to the island’s international airport and many restaurants, shops, and attractions. This three-and-a-half-pearl hotel offers a solid list of amenities including a clean, private beach, a well-maintained pool, three restaurants, and a wine bar. Each of its 140 rooms features colonial Caribbean decor with amenities such as free Wi-Fi and mini-fridges -- many rooms have private balconies, some of which include ocean views. Keep in mind that the street separating the beach from the hotel can be noisy and may be an issue for some, and the classic style won't be everyone's cup of tea. For a value alternative with similar amenities, check rates at the nearby Royal Decameron Montego Beach Resort.
Located just north of Montego Bay’s tourist district, the all-inclusive SeaGarden Beach Resort is convenient to the island’s international airport and many restaurants, shops, and attractions. This three-and-a-half-pearl hotel offers a solid list of amenities including a clean, private beach, a well-maintained pool, three restaurants, and a wine bar. Each of its 140 rooms features colonial Caribbean decor with amenities such as free Wi-Fi and mini-fridges -- many rooms have private balconies, some of which include ocean views. Keep in mind that the street separating the beach from the hotel can be noisy and may be an issue for some, and the classic style won't be everyone's cup of tea. For a value alternative with similar amenities, check rates at the nearby Royal Decameron Montego Beach Resort.
Emerald View Resort has an authentic feel led by the Jamaican-born owner, Jennifer, who welcomes guests like family into her home, and aims to give them a taste of her native country. Housed in a hilltop mansion, the three-pearl bed-and-breakfast offers stunning views of the ocean from nearly all of the 17 rooms. Though decor is a bit dated, rooms have a colorful, island-inspired look. Emerald View has a pool, but most guests spend their days off property exploring Montego Bay and the surrounding area. Jennifer can arrange excursions and tours for guests, and she also offers free rides to local restaurants at dinner time. Guests have to request and pay for breakfast at Emerald View -- otherwise it’s not served. Travelers looking for a true bed-and-breakfat experience might prefer the pricier Polkerris Bed and Breakfast, which serves excellent breakfast, has two pools, and nicer decor in a similar hilltop setting.
Emerald View Resort has an authentic feel led by the Jamaican-born owner, Jennifer, who welcomes guests like family into her home, and aims to give them a taste of her native country. Housed in a hilltop mansion, the three-pearl bed-and-breakfast offers stunning views of the ocean from nearly all of the 17 rooms. Though decor is a bit dated, rooms have a colorful, island-inspired look. Emerald View has a pool, but most guests spend their days off property exploring Montego Bay and the surrounding area. Jennifer can arrange excursions and tours for guests, and she also offers free rides to local restaurants at dinner time. Guests have to request and pay for breakfast at Emerald View -- otherwise it’s not served. Travelers looking for a true bed-and-breakfat experience might prefer the pricier Polkerris Bed and Breakfast, which serves excellent breakfast, has two pools, and nicer decor in a similar hilltop setting.
Located 15 minutes from the airport, the beachfront Sunscape Cove is an upper-middle-range, all-inclusive resort. It's the more upscale, calmer sister to next-door Sunscape Splash, which shares its many amenities with Sunscape Cove guests. Boutique atmosphere, a colonial villa-inspired aesthetic, and plantation-like grounds are a refreshing departure from more chaotic Splash. Across both properties, there are four pools, five restaurants, multiple bars, a 24-hour cafe, a state-of-the-art waterpark, water sports, a fitness center, spa, a beauty salon, and excellent Wi-Fi. The 122 guest rooms feature either modern, minimalist decor or have a colonial feel, but guests should note that not all have been renovated -- so some can be dated. Another excellent option is Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort And Spa, which also has Jamaica's largest pool, but rates tend to be higher.
Located 15 minutes from the airport, the beachfront Sunscape Cove is an upper-middle-range, all-inclusive resort. It's the more upscale, calmer sister to next-door Sunscape Splash, which shares its many amenities with Sunscape Cove guests. Boutique atmosphere, a colonial villa-inspired aesthetic, and plantation-like grounds are a refreshing departure from more chaotic Splash. Across both properties, there are four pools, five restaurants, multiple bars, a 24-hour cafe, a state-of-the-art waterpark, water sports, a fitness center, spa, a beauty salon, and excellent Wi-Fi. The 122 guest rooms feature either modern, minimalist decor or have a colonial feel, but guests should note that not all have been renovated -- so some can be dated. Another excellent option is Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort And Spa, which also has Jamaica's largest pool, but rates tend to be higher.
Montego Bay Club Resort is a budget ocean-view resort with a central location on the Hip Strip in Montego Bay. The 30 air-conditioned units are an individually owned mix of studio and one-bedroom apartments with mostly tired interiors. Expect double or king beds, white tile floors, flat-screen TVs with cable channels, fully stocked kitchens, and private balconies with gorgeous ocean views. Some rooms have free Wi-Fi, otherwise there’s an extra fee for internet access. Hotel amenities are pretty limited and include a restaurant and freshwater pool with breathtaking views, free parking, and a mini-market on the second floor. For an ocean-view stay with modern rooms, a freshwater pool, and a short walk to the beach and Hip Strip, check out the Altamont West Hotel.
Montego Bay Club Resort is a budget ocean-view resort with a central location on the Hip Strip in Montego Bay. The 30 air-conditioned units are an individually owned mix of studio and one-bedroom apartments with mostly tired interiors. Expect double or king beds, white tile floors, flat-screen TVs with cable channels, fully stocked kitchens, and private balconies with gorgeous ocean views. Some rooms have free Wi-Fi, otherwise there’s an extra fee for internet access. Hotel amenities are pretty limited and include a restaurant and freshwater pool with breathtaking views, free parking, and a mini-market on the second floor. For an ocean-view stay with modern rooms, a freshwater pool, and a short walk to the beach and Hip Strip, check out the Altamont West Hotel.
The luxury, 150-room Breathless Montego Bay Resort & Spa is an adults-only all-inclusive property with a young, hip vibe. Guests here -- a mix of couples and groups of friends -- have unlimited access to seven on-site restaurants, including buffet, Latin, and Caribbean fare, as well as all facilities at the next-door Secrets St. James and Wild Orchid. A large main pool area has foam parties, DJs, and fire pits, plus there's a rooftop infinity pool with an adjacent bar and lovely views. However, it's only open to xhale club guests until early evening. Resort-wide techno or house music and open glass showers limiting privacy may be downsides for some. All rooms are done in a modern, chic style, outfitted with jetted tubs on terraces, big flat-screen TVs, and minibars. Note that guests have to walk a bit to reach the beach.
The luxury, 150-room Breathless Montego Bay Resort & Spa is an adults-only all-inclusive property with a young, hip vibe. Guests here -- a mix of couples and groups of friends -- have unlimited access to seven on-site restaurants, including buffet, Latin, and Caribbean fare, as well as all facilities at the next-door Secrets St. James and Wild Orchid. A large main pool area has foam parties, DJs, and fire pits, plus there's a rooftop infinity pool with an adjacent bar and lovely views. However, it's only open to xhale club guests until early evening. Resort-wide techno or house music and open glass showers limiting privacy may be downsides for some. All rooms are done in a modern, chic style, outfitted with jetted tubs on terraces, big flat-screen TVs, and minibars. Note that guests have to walk a bit to reach the beach.
The 129-room Jewel Grande Montego Bay Resort & Spa is an upscale, family-friendly hotel with an attractive beach setting. All-inclusive rates cover premium alcohol at multiple bars and mostly well-reviewed food at the buffet and a la carte eateries. Although the beach is long and wide, sea grass, sections of murky water, and a lack of umbrellas are downsides. An array of non-motorized water sports, two ocean-view pools with adjacent bars, and a kids' club are popular features, as is the quiet spa with a salt room, mineral pool, and gym. Suite-style rooms are traditionally elegant, featuring colonial-style decor, big tubs and separate showers, washer/dryers, and well-equipped kitchens. Furnished outdoor spaces -- some with ocean views -- come standard. Overall, this is a good pick for travelers seeking a relaxed spot, so for more entertainment, consider Iberostar Rose Hall Suites.
The 129-room Jewel Grande Montego Bay Resort & Spa is an upscale, family-friendly hotel with an attractive beach setting. All-inclusive rates cover premium alcohol at multiple bars and mostly well-reviewed food at the buffet and a la carte eateries. Although the beach is long and wide, sea grass, sections of murky water, and a lack of umbrellas are downsides. An array of non-motorized water sports, two ocean-view pools with adjacent bars, and a kids' club are popular features, as is the quiet spa with a salt room, mineral pool, and gym. Suite-style rooms are traditionally elegant, featuring colonial-style decor, big tubs and separate showers, washer/dryers, and well-equipped kitchens. Furnished outdoor spaces -- some with ocean views -- come standard. Overall, this is a good pick for travelers seeking a relaxed spot, so for more entertainment, consider Iberostar Rose Hall Suites.
Toby's Resort is a 65-room, family-run value boutique located at the beginning of MoBay's hip strip. Guests are within walking distance of Doctors Cove and Cornwall beaches (both with entry fees), convenience and craft markets, restaurants, and bars -- and within a 10-minute drive from Montego Bay's Sangster Airport. Slightly neglected guest rooms are clean and have private patios, flat-screen TVs, and a setting within spacious garden grounds. Guests have their pick between two bars, two pools, and in-room or restaurant dining. This spot is ideal for groups on a budget or anyone looking for a convenient place to crash before catching a flight out of Jamaica.
Toby's Resort is a 65-room, family-run value boutique located at the beginning of MoBay's hip strip. Guests are within walking distance of Doctors Cove and Cornwall beaches (both with entry fees), convenience and craft markets, restaurants, and bars -- and within a 10-minute drive from Montego Bay's Sangster Airport. Slightly neglected guest rooms are clean and have private patios, flat-screen TVs, and a setting within spacious garden grounds. Guests have their pick between two bars, two pools, and in-room or restaurant dining. This spot is ideal for groups on a budget or anyone looking for a convenient place to crash before catching a flight out of Jamaica.