Half Moon

Montego Bay, Jamaica

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The hotel

Spread over 400 acres and lying on 2 miles of powder-white sands, Half Moon is the ultimate in first-class luxury. Spend your days relaxing by the pool, on the beach, or in the spa before heading back to your individually style room, suite or villa. There's 3 areas of the property to choose from - including the new Eclipse area, with 2 restaurants, 3 bars, a spa, infinity-edge pool, plus private beachfront with a natural swimming cove. Try your hand at golf, or one of the many water sports on offer, and on Friday nights, head down to the beach for a barbecue. However you choose to spend your time, you'll love every moment and make memories to last a lifetime.

Amenities

  • Golf
  • Horse Riding
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Water Skiing
  • Windsurfing
  • Kids Club
  • Honeymoon
  • Bar

Where is it

Located on the North Coast of Jamaica. Transfer time from Montego Bay Airport: 15 minutes.

Hotel information

210 rooms and suites, and 27 Villas, across 3 areas of the property; Eclipse, Founders Cove and Rose Hall Villas. All rooms and suites are different and feature a private balcony or patio, air-conditioning, cable TV, radio, refrigerated mini-bar, iron and board, safe and hairdryer.


Eclipse: 57 luxury rooms and suites, 2 restaurants, 3 bars, market cafe, Fern Tree - a Salamander Spa, an infinity-edge swimming pool, and private beachfront with a natural swimming cove.

Founders Cove: 10 exclusive cottages.

Rose Hall Villas: 5-, 6- and 7-bedroom villas, perfect for groups, families and golfers. Villas feature a living and dining room, outdoor living space and private pool, a butler, housekeeper and a cook.

Garden View Rooms are in the Founders Cove area, either located on the ground or first floor with views of the gardens and private patio or balcony. With 1 king-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Garden View Rooms are in the Founders Cove area, either located on the ground floor with private patio or the first floor with balcony, with views across the Half Moon gardens and pools. With 1 king-size or twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 infant.

Ocean View Rooms are in the Founders Cove area, either located on the ground floor with private patio or the first floor with balcony, with views of the Caribbean Sea. With 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 infant.

Eclipse Ocean Rooms are in the Eclipse area within two-story cottages, with large patio or balcony, views of the ocean, and 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 infant.

Great House Ocean Rooms are in the Eclipse area and are on the first floor, with large furnished patio or balcony with ocean views, and 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Estate Ocean Rooms are in the Eclipse area and have private patio or wrap-around balcony, private outdoor shower (ground floor rooms only, not guaranteed), views of the Caribbean sea, and 1 king-size, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 infant. 

Ocean Junior Suites are in the Founders Cove area, steps away from the beach, and have a living area separate to the bedroom, private balcony or patio with views of the sea, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children (under 12 years), or 2 adults 1 child (aged 13-17). 

Prestige Ocean Junior Suites are in the Founders Cove area on the beachfront, with living area and private patio or balcony with ocean views, with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children (under 12 years), or 2 adults 1 child (13-17 years). 

Pool Suites are in the Founders Cove area with views of the pool and gardens, with a living area separate to the bedroom and 1 king-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults 2 children (under 12 years), or 2 adults 1 child (aged 13-17). 

Ocean Suites are as Pool Suites, but enjoy Caribbean sea views. 

Prestige Ocean Suites are in the Founders Cove area and have ocean views, with spacious living room and separate bedroom, and views of the ocean from the large private terraces or balconies, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults 2 children (under 12 years), or 2 adults, 1 child (aged 13-17 years). 

Estate Ocean Suites are in the Eclipse area and are large, airy suites with large indoor and outdoor living areas, a wet bar, a private patio off the bedroom, an outdoor shower, and 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child (2, 3 and 4 bedroom interconnecting suites available on request). 

2 Bedroom Estate Ocean Suites are in the Eclipse area and are large, airy suites with large indoor and outdoor living areas, a wet bar, a private patio off the bedroom, an outdoor shower, with 2 x king-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 persons and 2 infants. 

4 Bedroom Estate Ocean Suites are in the Eclipse area and are large, airy suites with large indoor and outdoor living areas, a wet bar, a private patio off the bedroom, and an outdoor shower. Guests staying in these suites will receive champagne and fruits on arrival, Chef’s canapé selection daily, chaise lounges on reserve at Eclipse Beach withbeach service, use of a four-seater golf cart, and butler service. 3 x king-beds (1 in bedrooms 1-3) and 2 x double beds (both in the 4'th bedroom) sleeping maximum 8 persons and 4 infants. 

Great House Ocean Suites are in the Eclipse area and have views from the expansive balcony of the Caribbean Sea and lawns, with an open-plan living area, kitchenette, and dining area for up to 6 people, plus separate bedroom with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 infant (2 bedroom interconnecting suites available on request)

Rose Hall Villas are perfect for families, groups or golfers, with each featuring a living and dining room, outdoor living space, and private pool, as well as en-suite bathrooms, and a hairdryer and bathrobe in each room. Each villa comes with a staff of three; a butler, a housekeeper, and a cook. Each villa also comes with two golf carts per villa, and access to resort facilities and amenities. 

Rose Hall Villas are available with Ocean or Garden views. 

5-Bedroom Rose Hall Villas have a standard occupancy of 10 people, with a maximum of 12 (extra person charge may apply).

 6-Bedroom Rose Hall Villas have a standard occupancy of 12 people, with a maximum of 14 (extra person charge may apply). 

7-Bedroom Rose Hall Villas have a standard occupancy of 14 people, with a maximum of 16 (extra person charge may apply).

Delmare (overlooking the Caribbean Sea, offering Italian coastal cuisine featuring the finest, freshest ingredients available). Hayward’s (this casual restaurant includes an open kitchen, stone hearth pizza oven and outdoor patio with sweeping ocean views). The Sugar Mill (consistently rated as Jamaica’s best and a favourite among the locals, providing a unique dinner experience offering a wide variety of meats, seafoods and rums). Ital Café (featuring a cold-pressed juice bar and delicious lunches made from the best that the earth has to offer). The Maakit Café (authentic takeaway snacks, pastries and beverages). Spice (authentic Jamaican jerk chicken amid coconut trees and fresh breezes). North Pointe Pool Bar (overlooking the exquisite, infinity-edge pool and white-sand beach, this elevated bar serves up chilled crafted cocktails within driftwood-inspired architecture). Lester’s Bar (sophisticated setting inspired by Michael Lester’s famous painting ‘Junkanoo,’ which is displayed above a large selection of the Caribbean’s finest rums). Hammock Bar (offering a relaxing environment by the beach with vibrant colours and swinging barstools).

3 main pools including Olympic-size pool, award-winning Fern Tree Spa*, with 9 treatment rooms, a spa cottage and 2 overwater spa cabanas, yoga and pilates available for all levels*. Activities include, 18-hole golf course* which is home to the Jamaica Open, Equestrian Centre, 11 tennis courts, squash courts, fitness centre, spinning studio*, putting green*, bicycles*, croquet*, full range of water-sports* from both Sunrise Beach and Sunset Beach. Anancy Children's Village* (3 years and over potty trained).

Complimentary WiFi available in public areas and rooms.

This hotel has resort fees that are included in the room rate (subject to change)

Resort fee includes: - WiFi access – Press Reader (unlimited digital access to more than 7,000 newspapers and magazines) – Morning coffee and tea in lobby lounge – In-room coffee and tea – Complimentary valet parking – Use of computer lounge and business centre services – Half Moon logoed water bottles (one per person, maximum 2 per room) – Local telephone calls – Nurse's station – Resort bicycles – 24-hour access to the fitness center – Tennis courts & racquets – Squash courts and racquets – Pickleball (reservations requested) – 18-hole putting green – Basketball courts – Water sports equipment, including kayaks, paddleboards, floating rafts, and snorkeling gear – Recreational programming, including select tennis, golf and Spinning clinics – Teen game room – Children's village facilities (supervised activites not included). 

Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

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

* Denotes local charge.

Dress code: resort casual for Seagrape Terrace, Il Giardino and Sugar Mill Restaurant has a smart casual dress code

Please note: minimum stay durations may apply to various room categories.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Best place for a beach vacation.

Jun 9, 2026 Mark Z

Our stay at Half Moon was fantastic. The room was beautiful, clean with lots of amenities and the staff friendly and helpful. The food was great. We ate at Delmare the first night and it was sooo good. Big buffet in the morning that we ate each day. I got a massage from Sophia one afternoon. it was one of the best massages I've ever had. We sat… Read more
Our stay at Half Moon was fantastic. The room was beautiful, clean with lots of amenities and the staff friendly and helpful. The food was great. We ate at Delmare the first night and it was sooo good. Big buffet in the morning that we ate each day. I got a massage from Sophia one afternoon. it was one of the best massages I've ever had. We sat by the pool daily and the staff served us drinks and lunch and were very attentive. I highly recommend this resort. It is a paradise!! I can't wait to go back. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Half Moon Magic Is the People, and It Is Back Better Than Ever

May 31, 2026 Michael M

We have been coming to Half Moon in Rose Hall, Montego Bay since 2017, and as a family since 2018, and our most recent seven-day stay reminded us all over again why we keep returning to our home away from home. On paper, Half Moon is everything a 5-star property should be. Spread across 400 beautiful acres, it offers pristine white-sand beaches,… Read more
We have been coming to Half Moon in Rose Hall, Montego Bay since 2017, and as a family since 2018, and our most recent seven-day stay reminded us all over again why we keep returning to our home away from home. On paper, Half Moon is everything a 5-star property should be. Spread across 400 beautiful acres, it offers pristine white-sand beaches, immaculate landscaping, and a thoughtful architectural layout that makes a world-class resort feel relaxed and intimate. The property never feels crowded. You can golf, play tennis, enjoy the gym, treat yourself to an outstanding spa (thank you Primrose and Pauline for the massages), or simply lie on the beach with fresh coconut water in hand, courtesy of Delroy. The dining is exceptional from sunrise to sunset, from Chef Paul’s cornmeal porridge and ackee and saltfish at Hayward’s to world-class dinners prepared by Chef Christopher Golding, who makes a point of personally greeting every guest. Spice and North Pointe keep the authentic Jamaican rum punch flowing, with the occasional Guinness. Our heartfelt thanks to the teams at Hayward’s, North Pointe, Spice, and Lester’s, who looked after us beautifully from the first meal to the last after-dinner drink. But here is what we have learned over the years. Half Moon’s real magic is not the landscape, the beaches, or the architecture, as spectacular as they all are. The magic is the people, and they are the true differentiator. It starts before you arrive, with Mona in reservations and Carol in concierge anticipating every preference, and continues the moment Patrick collects you at the airport. The Bell team (Paul, Orando, Fitzgerald, Ralston, Watson, Omar, and Bryon) makes your luggage disappear and hands you a welcome rum punch. Check-in with Stacy-Ann and Nadia is all hugs and smiles, and our family welcome photo on the lawn has become a tradition. Our butlers Dean, Brenton, and Elian arrange something special every visit. One small story says it all: the team at Hayward’s knows we are mint tea drinkers, so Joy, entirely on her own, checked our arrival date and picked fresh bush peppermint from her garden, enough to last our whole trip, before we ever said a word. That is who these people are. This stay carried extra meaning. After Hurricane Melissa, we returned to find Eclipse and the Villas at Half Moon not just recovered, but better than ever. Having seen firsthand how this staff rallied around one another and around their wider community in the aftermath, we can tell you the warmth you feel here is not a job requirement. It is simply who they are. This trip we also brought our autistic daughter for the first time, and the Half Moon family essentially adopted her, meeting her with patience, hugs, and genuine respect at every turn. We will never forget it. If you are looking for a luxury Jamaican escape where the property is stunning and the people make you feel like family, this is it. There is no other hotel like Half Moon. We will see you all again soon, real soon. Read less
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May 29, 2026 Nancy L

This is our second trip to Half Moon and like the first time it did not disappoint! We have stayed in Eclipse and now also in one of the villas. They are both wonderful experiences, depending on how big your group is. We would definitely do the villas again if our family was with us. It’s all first class. The team at Half Moon is so professional,… Read more
This is our second trip to Half Moon and like the first time it did not disappoint! We have stayed in Eclipse and now also in one of the villas. They are both wonderful experiences, depending on how big your group is. We would definitely do the villas again if our family was with us. It’s all first class. The team at Half Moon is so professional, friendly and ready to help you. Accommodations are clean and comfortable, and the setting is beautiful. We have experienced the golf, tennis and water sports and would do them all again. We love the tiki bar/infiniti pool area for hanging out and have a bite to eat and drinks after our “activities”. It’s just a great place to be and relax. This is not a hectic resort. We love it here. It’s worth the trip! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beautiful property and exceptional staff

May 28, 2026 Hannah B

I recently visited Half Moon with a group of friends for one of the girls Bachelorette party. We stayed in the most stunning villa where we had a team of people who were incredibly helpful. Tremean was our butler, and the rest of the team Cecil, Janice, and Bethune and Carla were all so incredibly kind, helpful, and hospitable. Every day we had… Read more
I recently visited Half Moon with a group of friends for one of the girls Bachelorette party. We stayed in the most stunning villa where we had a team of people who were incredibly helpful. Tremean was our butler, and the rest of the team Cecil, Janice, and Bethune and Carla were all so incredibly kind, helpful, and hospitable. Every day we had delicious homeade meals, our rooms were clean, laundry done anytime we wanted, everything was incredible. The resort itself is absolutely stunning but the team we had absolutely made the experience and I couldn't recommend them more! Read less
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May 27, 2026 Michaela C

This was one of the most incredible vacation destinations I’ve experienced! The food, amenities, available activities, location, cleanliness, and overall friendliness of the staff made the trip run as smoothly as possible. Our butler, Tramean, was attentive, personable, and made us feel at home during our stay. Ceceil, Janice, Bethune, and Carla… Read more
This was one of the most incredible vacation destinations I’ve experienced! The food, amenities, available activities, location, cleanliness, and overall friendliness of the staff made the trip run as smoothly as possible. Our butler, Tramean, was attentive, personable, and made us feel at home during our stay. Ceceil, Janice, Bethune, and Carla were additionally excellent to us and we could not recommend them more. This is a great spot for anyone and conveniently close to the airport. I will definitely try to return here one day! Read less