My boyfriend took me to the Jamaica Inn (June 26th July 1st) for our summertime getaway. We had just been to Europe two months prior and were looking for a beach getaway in a country neither of had visited. We chose Jamaica as it was a quick flight from Houston. We were torn between the Royal Plantation and Jamaica Inn after eliminating Rose Hall, Ritz Carlton, Blackwell resorts, and Half Moon due to inferior levels of service and luxury. Many of the Top Travel lists list hotels that I knew from personal experience are not the top in their respective destination. I took that information with a grain of salt and read Trip Advisor to make our decision.

We made our decision based upon a variety of factors one of which was amosphere, and the Jamaica Inn was by far the most romantic place we have ever been. We have both stayed at many 5 star resorts and although Jamaica Inn is rustic we both liked that it had personality versus a homogenous mega-resort. The Royal Plantation is not as well rated (as JI) for its food, which was important to us as well. My boyfriend is very fussy and particular yet he was so happy with the resort he wanted to stay a few extra days. He is also very tall and requires a firm good bed and he was more than happy with the beds.

The open porches were magnificent. We were upgraded to a suite upon arrival (free of charge) yet even if we had stayed in our deluxe veranda, we would have been extremely satisfied. The balcony/porch was huge and we had more meals on it than anywhere else. It was the best place to lounge and have cocktails after the beach or dinner. The views were wonderful yet the snorkeling, diving, and fishing in Ocho Rios was so-so. I saw people netting exotic fish and was told many of the exotic fish are exported to US home aquariums.

Mary, the GM, was so welcoming and concerned about our stay. She invited us to a private cocktail party and dinner at her gorgeous bungalow on the property. The party made our trip and she is an outstanding host. I have visited St. Thomas, St. John, St. Bart’s, St. Lucia, Curacao, The Bahamas (Harbor Island), and St. Martin and I like Jamaica best for its variety, food, friendly natives, and its culture. My boyfriend was worried about safety and initially fearful of going to Jamaica, but we both feel the concern about crime is quite a bit overrated. We never felt unsafe or threatened. We would certainly return.

We have just returned from a week at the Jamaica Inn in Ocho Rios Jamaica. If you are seeking First Class service, accommodations and natural beauty then the Jamaica Inn is your destination.
I was celebrating my honeymoon and my wife and I needed the perfect spot to decompress and recharge. The Jamaica Inn provided the perfect recipe for us.

The key to Jamaica Inn’s success is simple: A family owned and operated property where the owners and staff take extreme pride in their jobs and hotel by providing consistent first class service. Many of the hotel staff members have over 25 years of service and many of the guests have been regulars for many years. You get the feeling of a relaxed “family” atmosphere and very quickly, you feel like you are home. The outstanding level of attention and service from all staff members, including the personal attention of Eric Morrow (owner), Mary Phillips (GM) and Nana Chandrasekar (Assist GM), cannot be understated.

The beauty of the property and natural surrounding make the perfect setting for romance and allows for mind & body rejuvenation. The Jamaica Inn has the best of the old school service but in a casual relaxed atmosphere. All of the accommodations are first class and Cottage 5 was the perfect spot for us to celebrate our honeymoon. We had such a wonderful time that we didn't want to leave!

If you are looking for a “party resort”, the Jamaica Inn is NOT your destination. If you are seeking a place to refresh your mind, body and soul surrounded by unbelievable natural beauty then the Jamaica Inn is your final destination.

We will return…. Keith & Missy

We just returned from a five-day stay at this incredible hotel. We had such a wonderful time that we didn't want to leave! We found the Jamaica Inn on the internet, and we hesitated a bit because it's privately owned and we're used to the standards of the Four Seasons and Ritz Carlton chains. I'm so glad we moved away from the chain hotels this time! It would be impossible for any chain hotel to reproduce the ambiance of the Jamaica Inn.

We found this hotel to be the perfect combination of old and new: the buildings are classically handsome, with their remarkable Wedgwood blue paint, and the public rooms and our cottage were completely up-to-date. The service and atmosphere is very "old-school", with waiters and bartenders in starched uniforms, but there is nothing stuffy about the experience here. From the live band at dinner every night to the beach buffet we enjoyed one evening, everything is relaxed, while every one of our needs was met. If you are looking for a wild cruise-ship atmosphere, the Jamaica Inn is definitely not for you. If, on the other hand, you'd like to sit at the beach bar and chat with a bartender who has been working there for almost 50 years... or enjoy the company of other guests at cocktails in the evening... or relish the view from your private veranda while you take your meals there... this is the place for you. And don't miss the garden tour! I found it very interesting, and Henry the gardener gave each of us enough flowers to make a huge bouquet.

We were recommended to Jamaica Inn by a travel agent friend who had stayed there himself and knew we celebrating our 30th Wedding Anniversay,
As hotel owners ourselves we wanted something special and that is exactly what we got!! We travelled from North Cyprus and it took us two days but was well worth the trip.

The beach is amazing and cleaned daily by hard working beach boys, the sea is glorious, our many days on the beach were so peaceful and relaxing, as there are plenty of loungers and shade and loads of space!

The chef at The Inn is first class, the food was delicious and we ate in most nights only venturing out for a couple of times during our two week stay!
The band at diinner were great fun
All the staff were absoultely fantastic as was Mary the General Manager who made us and everyone else feel so welcome. We would like to thank everybody for a wonderful time and wish we were back there now!!! As so many others say.......we will be back!!!