Catalonia Montego Bay

Montego Bay, Jamaica

Star rating

Garden View Room
Garden View Room
Garden View Room
Jerk Bar
Irie Pool Bar
Grand Caribbean
Grand Caribbean
Grand Caribbean
Mamma Mia
One Bedroom Suite Ocean Front
One Bedroom Suite Ocean Front
Lobby Bar
Kenko
Superior Partial Ocean View
Junior Suite
Superior Partial Ocean View
BLoved - Privileged Exclusive
BLoved - Privileged Exclusive
Garden View Room
Garden View Room
Garden View Room
Jerk Bar
Irie Pool Bar
Grand Caribbean
Grand Caribbean
Grand Caribbean
Mamma Mia
One Bedroom Suite Ocean Front
One Bedroom Suite Ocean Front
Lobby Bar
Kenko
Superior Partial Ocean View
Junior Suite
Superior Partial Ocean View
BLoved - Privileged Exclusive
BLoved - Privileged Exclusive

The hotel

This authentic basic resort sits on the edge of a half-mile stretch of sandy beach. Offering clean, simple accommodation at a good price, it’s great for families with rooms spacious enough for everyone. If you’re part of a large family or group, some rooms are also conveniently interconnected. Families will appreciate the spacious beach and water sport activities, whilst taking a swim over to the private island, which will keep the little ones occupied. Adults have a dedicated pool (when booking a Privilege room type), spa and fitness centre if you can pull yourself away from the sun bed!

Amenities

  • Kayaking
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Babysitting service
  • Kids Club
  • Families
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Free Parking
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant

Where is it

Along a half mile stretch of coastline, a 15-minute drive from Downtown Montego Bay. Transfer time from Montego Bay Airport: 20 minutes.

Hotel information

522 rooms on 4 floors in 7 buildings. Elevator access to all upper level rooms. All with air-conditioning, balcony or patio, TV, complimentary WiFi, clock/radio alarm, coffee maker, safe, hairdryer, iron and ironing board. Garden View Rooms have 1 king-size bed with a sleeper sofa or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 3 adults and  1 child. Garden View Rooms have garden or courtyard views.

All Inclusive of: all meals, snacks and local brand drinks, facilities, activities and children's programs as provided by the resort. Food options either include a buffet meal service or a la carte, depending on the resort schedule. All A la carte specialty restaurants are free of charge but reservations are required. These items/restaurants are clearly marked, and items highlighted on all menus. Beverage selection includes house brands, as defined by the resort. The use of non-motorised sports is included (excluding floats). Refundable deposits may be required for equipment rentals. Airport transfers are not included.

Room upgrades

Superior Rooms as per Garden View Rooms but with partial ocean views. Sleeping maximum 3 adults and 1 child or 2 adults and 2 children.

Deluxe Rooms as per Garden View Rooms but with oceanfront views. Sleeping maximum 3 adults and 1 child or 2 adults and 2 children.

1-Bedroom Suite has a separate living room and oceanfront views. Sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Privileged Garden View Rooms include exclusive perks such as the private beach area and the pool for Privileged guests only.

  • Book by 12 Jun '25  to receive up to 5 % off the accommodation cost between 01 Sep - 31 Oct '25.  Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply. 

Grand Caribbean Buffet restaurant (breakfast, lunch and dinner; buffet-style International cuisine). Mamma Mia (dinner; Italian fine dining). Terrace (dinner, à la carte seafood specialities). Ayami Japanese Restaurant (dinner, Teppanyaki). BLoved (dinner, Jamaican à la carte). Sea Blue Bar & Grill (light lunch bites including hamburgers, grilled cheese, fish and fries). Funny Snacks (ice-cream, nachos, hotdogs, popcorn). Jerk Bar (serving Jamaican Jerked Chicken and Pork). Lobby Bar, Players Sports Bar, Irie Pool Bar (swim-up adults-only pool). Pearl Lounge & Bar - for guests who have booked Rose Hall Adults only.

Please note: there is a Resort Casual dress code for all restaurants. Reservations are required at à la carte restaurants.

2 swimming pools (1 freeform lagoon-style pool and 1 adults-only (for guests staying in a Privilege room) with a swim-up pool bar and whirlpool). Private beach with island. Spa*. Salon*. Health and fitness centre. Recreation and sports court (basketball). Snorkelling and kayaks. Tennis, table tennis and pool table. Kids Club (supervised activities for kids). Children's playground.

Basic self-service laundry room*. Babysitting*. Concierge. Complimentary self -parking. Complimentary Internet access. Mini-mart. Gift shop. Cash machine.

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

3 nights between 2 Jan-22 Dec. 7 nights between 23 Dec - 1 Jan.

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: child ages at this property up to and including 11 years.

Dress code: Resort Casual for restaurants.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Avoid at All Costs

Jun 9, 2025 Nic T

Don’t let the glossy beach photos fool you — Catalonia Montego Bay is a dump, plain and simple. This place is severely outdated, falling apart at the seams, and reeks of neglect (literally and figuratively). The moment you step on the property, you’re greeted with the pungent stench of stray cat urine, thanks to the dozens of feral cats roaming… Read more
Don’t let the glossy beach photos fool you — Catalonia Montego Bay is a dump, plain and simple. This place is severely outdated, falling apart at the seams, and reeks of neglect (literally and figuratively). The moment you step on the property, you’re greeted with the pungent stench of stray cat urine, thanks to the dozens of feral cats roaming around freely, marking their territory everywhere — walkways, lobbies, even near the food areas. Disgusting. My stay was a disaster from the start. A major water pipe broke, and we had no running water for nearly three days — no flushing toilets, no showers, nothing. Management offered vague excuses and no real compensation. If you’re thinking “that must be a rare case,” think again. The infrastructure is crumbling and the staff is clearly used to brushing these issues under the rug. The place looks nothing like the website — it’s old, tired, and worn down. Paint is peeling, the rooms smell musty, and the common areas feel dirty and unkempt. To top it off, the so-called “beach” is a joke. It’s a sad patch of rocky shore with barely any sand — definitely not the tropical escape the photos suggest. And the clientele? Let’s just say it felt like a Hell’s Angels convention — not a place you’d feel safe bringing a family or even just relaxing. This is easily one of the worst resort experiences I’ve ever had. If you’re considering booking here: don’t. Save your money, your time, and your sanity. There are far better places in Jamaica. Catalonia Montego Bay should be condemned, not advertised. And yes, we did end up going to another resort because we couldn’t stand it!!! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating not a nice overall experience.

Jun 9, 2025 belle g

my stay was a absolute downgrade from my previous 10 trips to the Holiday Inn . it took 3 days to finally get a beach towel. but i found out if you are a privilege member you get. also the quality of the food at the restaurant was not the same . i did not appreciate being treated as a 3 class guest. the room was clean although the elevator did not… Read more
my stay was a absolute downgrade from my previous 10 trips to the Holiday Inn . it took 3 days to finally get a beach towel. but i found out if you are a privilege member you get. also the quality of the food at the restaurant was not the same . i did not appreciate being treated as a 3 class guest. the room was clean although the elevator did not work as as the previous year visit. hard for my 88 mother in law to climb the stairs. the jerk Hut is still the best thing about this resort. look for a new place for march break. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating 2 great employees, the resort though, not again.

Jun 9, 2025 joesL8305OR

Let me start with the good. Samantha was our waitress at BLoved on June 7th and for breakfast at the buffet on June 9th. She is wonderful, kind, attentive, and despite the humidity, heat found a way to provide an amazing customer experience. The lady who cleaned my room was awesome and on top of things. These 2 were gems and if the rest of… Read more
Let me start with the good. Samantha was our waitress at BLoved on June 7th and for breakfast at the buffet on June 9th. She is wonderful, kind, attentive, and despite the humidity, heat found a way to provide an amazing customer experience. The lady who cleaned my room was awesome and on top of things. These 2 were gems and if the rest of my experience was as great as they were, then I'd only have compliments to share. The resort.... we'll I'd give that a 2 star, but I'd rather highlight these 2 amazing employees. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Never again

Jun 8, 2025 Stacyaugmon

You pay for what you get. The only reason this place is still standing is because it's one of the FEW children friendly resorts. New ownership from Spain fired most of the Jamaican staff I was familiar with. Place has gone wayyyy downhill. Wont be surprised if this place is done for in a few years. Dead roaches. Mold. ELEVATOR STILL BROKEN FROM… Read more
You pay for what you get. The only reason this place is still standing is because it's one of the FEW children friendly resorts. New ownership from Spain fired most of the Jamaican staff I was familiar with. Place has gone wayyyy downhill. Wont be surprised if this place is done for in a few years. Dead roaches. Mold. ELEVATOR STILL BROKEN FROM PREVIOUS STAY IN 2023. Watered down drinks. never again. Feel bad for the staff that have to work under this management Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great for a family getaway

Jun 8, 2025 Ashli E

Great customer service and good vibes for a family trip. Special thanks to the kids club team, Serena and Elsa. They ensured that the children in our group had so much fun, they didn't even miss their parents and that was great. Great experience