Jamaica Inn

Rooms

The suites and cottages throughout the property all embrace a similar timeless style with charming antiques, apparent through the period furniture and tropical prints. Most rooms offer ocean views which are inescapable through the generously sized private verandas or louvre windows and balconies.

A palette of white-wash walls paired with soft greens and blue hues make for a calming atmosphere throughout, exemplified by plush sofas and romantic addition a of a writing desk.

None of the rooms feature a TV, radio or clock, encouraging the laid-back island lifestyle, other than the top tier suite, Suite 21, which is tucked away on its own private peninsular. Wi-Fi, en suite bathrooms and air conditioning come as standard.

Location

Fringed by swaying palms and bordered by a soft yellow sand beach is the Jamaica Inn. Located 3 km (2 miles) east of Ocho Rios on the north coast of Jamaica, the hotel takes 90 minutes to reach by car from both Kingston and Montego Bay airports. The property feels secluded with its private beach and enveloping mature gardens.

Food and drink

Dining at Jamaica Inn impeccably combines chic sophistication with postcard-perfect natural surroundings. While an indulgent breakfast or private dinner can be enjoyed from the seclusion of your own balcony or veranda, the hotel’s restaurants are not to be missed.

A hearty breakfast menu of traditional flavors and local specialities is held in the Sea Shanty Restaurant, as is a casual lunch of freshly made fare. At the Terrace Restaurants, the authentic Caribbean live music oozes out across the open plan decking and out into the seascape beyond.

Enjoy dinners under the stars with your feet in the sand at Teddy's Beach Grill, an homage to Teddy that worked at Jamaica Inn for a number of years, mixing drinks for famous guests, and is said to have coined the term ‘shaken not stirred’ for Ian Fleming's James Bond novels. The rainbow-toned gourmet creations feature international dishes infused with local Jamaican flavors, with the menu changing daily to reflect the season’s freshest produce. You’ll find expert mixologists creating an array of cocktails in the Lounge, as well as hot and cold hors d’oeuvres and a cocktail terrace. Guests can also enjoy an elegant afternoon high tea on the cocktail terrace.

Families

Children below 10 are not allowed at the hotel, and with the lack of in-room TVs and other onsite children’s activities, we’d recommend an adult-only stay here.

Facilities and activities

The immaculate, crescent-shaped stretch of Champagne sand beach at Jamaica Inn is equipped with lounge chairs and palapas, as well as complimentary activities, including paddleboarding, snorkeling, and kayaking. Each day between 11am and noon Planters or Blended Fruit Punch is served on the beach, which can be enjoyed from one of the gently swaying hammocks or directly at the beach bar.

For an indulgent treat, the Ocean Spa offers a variety of treatments and relaxation areas, including a chance to soak in the naturally healing salt water sea bath, perched above the sea in a serene, cliff-side pool. Activity seekers can use the exercise room, complete with treadmill, weights and stair climber, or play a game of tennis or croquet. The BeeHive sells locally crafted souvenirs in a bold, rainbow-toned gift shop, including local pottery, scented organic soaps, beach cover ups and wooden craft items.

Accessibility

There are no complete wheelchair user friendly rooms here, though three of the Deluxe Veranda suites have been equipped with disability aids.