The Best Hotels in Jamaica

Jamaica is a very popular travel destination, featuring pristine white beaches, clear blue waters and space to explore. The Blue Mountains are very popular for hiking and downhill cycling; they offer outstanding views. Like much of the Caribbean, Jamaica also offers excellent scuba diving and sport fishing. Jamaica also offers a wide variety of accommodations, including some excellent luxury hotels and resorts.

Jamaica Inn

The Jamaica Inn is widely acclaimed as the best hotel in Jamaica. The accommodations are modern and luxurious, but Jamaica Inn's focus is on creating a relaxed atmosphere for guests. Each of the 47 suites has an ocean view. Jamaica Inn offers a locally famous restaurant for all meals, though long pants and collared shirts are required for men at dinner. Finally, you can spend a day indulging yourself at the KiYara Ocean Spa at the Jamaica Inn; it offers a wide array of health and beauty treatments.

Jamaica Inn
P.O. Box 1, Main Street
Ocho Rios, St. Ann
Jamaica
(800) 837-4608
www.jamaicainn.com

Ritz-Carlton Golf and Spa Resort, Rose Hill

When it comes to luxury, few names carry as much weight as Ritz-Carlton, and the Ritz-Carlton of Rose Hill delivers. Located on the 5000 acres of the Rose Hill plantation in Jamaica, the Ritz-Carlton offers a complete getaway with an elegant, tropical motif. The hotel features five individual restaurants, pool and tennis facilities, easy access to local luxury shopping and extensive water sports programs. The Ritz-Carlton also offers the exclusive White Witch 18-hole golf course.

Ritz-Carlton Golf and Spa Resort, Rose Hill
One Ritz-Carlton Drive
Rose Hall, St. James
Jamaica
(876) 953-2800

Riu Ocho Rios

The Riu all-inclusive resorts are among the most popular in the Caribbean, and the Riu Ocho Rios is one of their newest resorts. All-inclusive amenities include access to seven restaurants, six bars and 24-hour room service. Accommodations range from rooms to jacuzzi suites. Rooms feature in-room refreshments, bright design and balconies or terraces. The hotel also offers two pools, tennis courts and a casino.

Riu Ocho Rios
Mammee Bay. Ocho Rios
St. Ann P.O.Box 4442
Jamaica
(888) 774-0040
www.clubhotelriuochorios.com

Article Written By Beau Prichard

Beau Prichard has been a freelance writer and editor since 1999. He specializes in fiction, travel and writing coaching. He has traveled in the United Kingdom, Europe, Mexico and Australia. Prichard grew up in New Zealand and holds a Bachelor of Arts in writing from George Fox University.

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