Top 10 North Coast Hotels in Jamaica

The north coast — Montego Bay, Ocho Rios, Falmouth, Runaway Bay — holds Jamaica's biggest concentration of luxury and all-inclusive resorts.

  1. 1. Half Moon — 400-acre resort just east of Montego Bay — championship golf, equestrian centre, 5-star service. One of the most respected Caribbean addresses.
  2. 2. Round Hill Hotel & Villas — The legendary Hanover west-coast resort opened in 1953 — Ralph Lauren-designed villas, white pillars, generations of family guests.
  3. 3. Jamaica Inn — Quiet, adults-focused Ocho Rios boutique with a private cove beach — Noël Coward's favourite, classic Caribbean elegance.
  4. 4. Couples Negril — Couples-only all-inclusive on Seven Mile Beach — long-standing favourite for honeymoons and anniversaries.
  5. 5. Sandals Royal Caribbean — Montego Bay flagship Sandals — couples-only all-inclusive, private offshore island, swim-up suites.
  6. 6. Iberostar Grand Rose Hall — Adults-only luxury all-inclusive at Rose Hall — championship golf, the most polished Iberostar in the Caribbean.
  7. 7. Excellence Oyster Bay — Adults-only luxury all-inclusive at Falmouth — secluded, butler-style service, infinity pool.
  8. 8. Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall — Adults-only Hyatt all-inclusive at Rose Hall — calm cove beach, polished service, good for groups.
  9. 9. Riu Palace Tropical Bay — Negril Seven Mile Beach all-inclusive — the best Riu in Jamaica for swim-up rooms and beach access.
  10. 10. Beaches Negril — Family-focused Sandals all-inclusive on Seven Mile Beach — Sesame Street characters, water park, kids clubs.