Whilst staying at Jamaica Inn, Winston Churchill swore the light was the best in the world for his watercolours. Jamaica Inn is one of the loveliest small luxury hotels in Jamaica. Now over 60 years old, it retains a gracious air of colonial Jamaica and attracts individuals and couples (some famous), who return on a regular basis. There is a wonderful, natural tranquility about this hotel and it has a lovely location on a private 700 ft white sand beach. Dining is on an outdoor terrace that adjoins the bar terrace. A more romantic setting is hard to imagine, and in keeping with the ‘Noel Coward’ lifestyle, there is a live band most nights. There is a cocktail terrace with a magnificent view and in step with its elegant classic approach, there is a dress code after dark. Bordered by an exquisite 700 ft-long beach, the hotel is in Ocho Rios on the tranquil North Coast of the island. All guest suites face the beach and the turquoise water. Each suite has a verandah or a balustraded balcony and many guests opt to leave the air-conditioning off and allow the sea breeze instead to do the work.
Amenities
Kayaking
Sailing
Snorkelling
Honeymoon
Bar
Fitness Centre/Gym
Restaurant
Room Service
Spa
Swimming Pool
Beachfront location
Where is it
Situated on the best secret stretch of beach in Ocho Rios, overlooking some of the finest water in the Caribbean, its different shades of blue and green will refresh and rejuvenate you as you unwind in this elegant retreat. Transfer time from Montego Bay airport: 1 hour 30 minutes.
Hotel information
52 suites, cottages and bungalows in various buildings with no lifts. All with air-conditioning, ceiling fan, private balcony or terrace, complimentary WiFi Internet access, telephone, mini-bar (stocked upon request) and hairdryer. Please note: there are no TVs, radios or clocks. Balcony Suites are located upstairs on the main wing and east wing with tremendous views from a large balcony across the grounds to the beach and Caribbean Sea, sleeping maximum 2 adults.
All Inclusive option: breakfast lunch and dinner daily, all beverages by the glass and Dine Around option available at four Ocho Rios restaurants (Evitas, Miss T's, Toscanni PG's and Manzil. No more than two dine-arounds per stay, nor eat twice at the same restaurant).
Please note: not included in the all inclusive plan are bottled liquor and wines by the bottle, telephone calls, spa treatments and gift shop purchases. Not included on the Dine Around are transfers, Lobster dinners, drinks or tips.
Breakfast/Half Board options: available at a supplement.
Deluxe Verandah Suites feature a fully furnished verandah (on the ground floor on the main wing or east wing), sleeping maximum 2 adults.
Premier Verandah Suites enjoy the same fabulous outside space as above and have settings either directly over the water or right on the sand, sleeping maximum 2 adults.
The Cowdray Suite (named after the polo legend), is upstairs in the east wing with a large bedroom, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.
The Blue Cottage is a luxurious and private one-bedroom cottage located right on the beach, sleeping maximum 2 adults.
Beach Bungalows are located on a secluded cove at the eastern side of the property, each with own living room, spacious bathroom and outdoor verandah, sleeping maximum 2 adults.
Cottage 3 and 4 are totally private with their own sea access and are situated on a bluff that overlooks the Caribbean Sea whilst being just steps away from the main hotel. Each has an outdoor shower and an infinity pool, sleeping maximum 2 adults.
The White Suite sits on its own private peninsula, has one bedroom suite with large private terrace opening onto a secluded pool surrounded, sleeping maximum 2 adults.
Cottage 7 on the edge of the property opens onto a private cove. Upstairs is one bedroom with a balcony whilst the ground floor opens onto an infinity pool and a deck cantilevered over the sea, sleeping maximum 2 adults.
Jamaica Inn 1-Bedroom Cottage with Pool sleeping maximum 2 adults.
Jamaica Inn 2-Bedroom Cottage with Pool sleeping maximum 4 adults.
Booking Bonus: Book by 2 Jun'26 to receive up to 30% off the accommodation cost between 30 Apr'26–30 Sep '27, minimum 7 nights stay required. Subject to change. Blackout dates apply. Offers may not be combinable. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Terms and conditions apply.
Restaurant open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, serving Caribbean and International cuisine. Daily afternoon tea. Room service* (7:30am-11:00pm). Weekly beach barbecue (depending on occupancy).
A live band every night from 8:00pm–11:00pm.
Swimming pool. Holistic cliff top Ocean Spa (treatments*) and exercise room. Complimentary Sunfish sailing, paddle boarding, kayaking, snorkelling and croquet. Nearby activities include windsurfing*, diving* and tennis*.
Gift shop. Laundry Service*. Library. The hotel has a private car and driver available*. WiFi is available in guest rooms, library, cocktail terrace and main bar.
3 nights minimum stay at all times for Cottage 3, Cottage 4, White Suite and Cottage 7, Jamaica Inn 1-Bedroom Cottage and Jamaica Inn 2-Bedroom Cottage.
* Denotes local charge.
Please note: breakfast, Half Board and All Inclusive board basis are available at a supplement.
Dress code: after 7:00pm gentlemen are required to wear long trousers and a collared shirt by the main bar, cocktail terrace and dining room. Footwear is required after 7:00pm (no flip flops). Ladies dress accordingly.
Please note: children over 10 years old and over are welcome year round but will pay the adult sharing rate OR extra person cost (always on a request basis).
Please note: reservation is required for breakfast and dinner.
Based on 2198 reviews
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A special vibe
May 18, 2026Philip SEast Grinstead, United Kingdom
We have visited Jamaica many times but this was our first stay at Jamaica Inn to celebrate our Golden Wedding Anniversary and my wife's birthday. We were not disappointed, the location, the beach and balcony suite were perfect. The staff were all attentive and friendly with the smiles and humour that are natural to the Jamaican people.
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We have visited Jamaica many times but this was our first stay at Jamaica Inn to celebrate our Golden Wedding Anniversary and my wife's birthday. We were not disappointed, the location, the beach and balcony suite were perfect. The staff were all attentive and friendly with the smiles and humour that are natural to the Jamaican people.
Special was our romantic anniversary dinner alone on the beach. Only negative was we felt that the lunch and dinner menus had limited choices. However the food served was well cooked and presented.
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A wonderful place to relax
May 17, 2026Mich JLondon, United Kingdom
Jamaica Inn has not changed in terms of its basic ethos, warm welcome and excellent service over the many years we have been going. The large number of repeat guests testifies to its charm, friendliness, beautiful beach and excellent food - far better than we’ve experienced in most hotels. Complimentary rum or fruit punch is offered every day on…
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Jamaica Inn has not changed in terms of its basic ethos, warm welcome and excellent service over the many years we have been going. The large number of repeat guests testifies to its charm, friendliness, beautiful beach and excellent food - far better than we’ve experienced in most hotels. Complimentary rum or fruit punch is offered every day on the beach, followed by complimentary tea in the afternoon. At a time when some hotels are cutting back on this sort of thing, it is particularly to the credit of Jamaica Inn’s management that they still feel that it is important to offer these touches and it is much appreciated by guests. The menu at the main restaurant changes nightly and is always delicious and for those looking for a less formal setting there’s Teddy’s on the beach.
The hotel is small enough to ensure that staff quickly get to know guests but never feels cramped even when full. The beach really is delightful - a beautiful deep crescent shape with sun loungers and umbrellas dotted around - no rows of them as you get in so many hotels.
The staff call the hotel a home from home and it seems that it really does feel like that to guests, an atmosphere created by the genuinely warm staff and by resident black labrador, Shadow.
We have been five times over a number of years and will undoubtedly go again.
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Old world charm, luxury, elegance and excellent service combined
May 14, 2026Crocodile07Washington DC, District of Columbia
I am a business traveler and always look for authentic accommodation where I can fully relax and not have a “hotel” experience when I have down time. The service here is personalized and its intentional. You feel welcome and the experience is attentive but not intrusive. The wait staff, managers, the food, the spa, the beach views and the…
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I am a business traveler and always look for authentic accommodation where I can fully relax and not have a “hotel” experience when I have down time. The service here is personalized and its intentional. You feel welcome and the experience is attentive but not intrusive. The wait staff, managers, the food, the spa, the beach views and the facilities are exquisite. I did not get the touristy, rowdy crowd vibe here. Everything is gentle (the pace, the activities, the ambience). What a gem!
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Vacation here and you may be inspired to write the next James Bond novel.
May 5, 2026Tootie54Chicago, Illinois
My husband and I just spent eight nights in a Premier Verandah Suite at Jamaica Inn. The west wing rooms are directly over the water and we witnessed stunning sunsets and fed toast crumbs to tropical fish each morning. We had our honeymoon there in 1977 and have been repeat guests ever since. We love to travel, but the Inn always calls us "back…
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My husband and I just spent eight nights in a Premier Verandah Suite at Jamaica Inn. The west wing rooms are directly over the water and we witnessed stunning sunsets and fed toast crumbs to tropical fish each morning. We had our honeymoon there in 1977 and have been repeat guests ever since. We love to travel, but the Inn always calls us "back home." There is nothing quite like this property. It's truly the only place I can totally relax, take an afternoon nap on the beach and wake up with the birds ready to enjoy my Blue Mountain coffee and banana bread. The property is small, genteel, timeless, elegant, but never stuffy. If you want loud music, televisions and a wild, party atmosphere, this isn't for you. Guests come here to unwind, bask in the sunshine, smell the sea, recharge and be pampered. The private beach is gorgeous and it's raked to perfection every morning. There are more than enough loungers and natural umbrellas to accommodate every guest. The lush grounds with palm trees and flowers are tended to by gardeners every day. They will even take you on a garden tour to learn about the native vegetation. Most of the common areas are in the open air. Storied hotel history whispers in every corner and it's been privately owned by the same family for over 75 years. Not a corporate or chain bone in its body. But what makes us keep coming back year after year is the entire staff. Many have been there for decades and have become like family. Reservations, the front desk, guest services, maintenance, cooks, (the soups are my favorite), housekeeping, bartenders, wait staff, chefs, pastry chefs (the breads are all homemade and the desserts are a work of art), the laundry, lifeguards, gardeners, managers, and drivers all work as a team flawlessly. You can mingle with other guests at the beach bar and play croquet, or just relax on your own. Enjoy a rum Planter's Punch on the beach promptly every morning at 11:00 and pretend you're a pirate. Eat lunch on the beach at Teddy's Bar and Grill, enjoy cocktails and live music nightly at dinner and maybe even get out on the dance floor. Have a massage at the award-winning spa inhaling lemongrass while listening to the waves. When you retreat to your room for the evening, your bed will be turned down, fresh towels will be hung and a cookie jar on the nightstand will hold a treat so you will have the sweetest dreams. Pure Bliss! Before you leave, you will be planning your next visit. Trust me.
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Continued satisfaction. The place to exhale.
May 4, 2026Deanne S
I Have been a client at Jamaica inn for over 10 years. When they greet me "Welcome home" it is real. They continue to be friendly, courteous, respectful, efficient ,accommodating. The property is compact, immaculate. The beach is wonderful. The food is good and so is the spa.
I bring friends and family for day trips. I dont think I need to say…
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I Have been a client at Jamaica inn for over 10 years. When they greet me "Welcome home" it is real. They continue to be friendly, courteous, respectful, efficient ,accommodating. The property is compact, immaculate. The beach is wonderful. The food is good and so is the spa.
I bring friends and family for day trips. I dont think I need to say anything more.
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A special vibe