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Luxury Jamaica holidays
Jamaica makes you slow down and soak up the good life. The beaches – absolutely miles of them – are dizzyingly pretty; jerk spices and reggae sounds fill the air and the sun beats down, setting in such a way that’ll make your knees weak…
Then the hotels - some of the Caribbean’s most acclaimed - clinging to volcanic cliffs, stretching over stunning shores and restoring historic plantations. Offering pampering you didn’t know you needed, and food so good you’ll want to take the chefs home with you.
Head down to the capital, Kingston, where you’ll be dazzled by the boutique shops on offer, luxurious designer shops and plenty of jewellery stores. Jamaica is the shining gem in the Caribbean islands, guaranteed to roll out the red carpet and provide you with the VIP-style treatment you deserve.
Luxury holidays to Jamaica
Best luxury destinations in Jamaica
Luxury 5* packages are widely available in Jamaica, with Montego Bay, Ocho Rois and Negril holding the lion's share of luxury hotels in Jamaica. Negril is the perfect setting for a luxury beach holiday, many resorts set along the glorious 7-mile stretch of sand, boasting their private beach for the ultimate 5-star luxury. Ocho Rios, situated north of Jamaica, has some of the most exclusive resorts on all the island. An abundance of 5star hotels that will cater for your every need. Montego Bay, in the northwest of Jamaica, is famous for its enchanting coral reef spots that are popular among the diving community. An excess of cracking luxury hotels and resorts that will enrich your holiday experience.
Best beaches in Jamaica
The Caribbean is known for its carefree attitude, warm all year temperatures and beautiful beaches. In Jamaica, it is no different. You do not have to venture far before finding a secluded tropical paradise worthy of any postcard. Most famously, the 7-mile beach located in Negril is dubbed the most romantic spot on the island. This is Jamaica's longest stretch of beach and arguably the most beautiful. Another contender would be treasure beach, down on the south coast of Jamaica. This off-the-beaten-track spot is known for its coral-coloured beaches and hidden coves.
Fine dining in Jamaica
- Bushbar – mix of island and international flavours, served with views of lush greenery and the big blue
- Zest, The Cliff, Negril – devour Caribbean flavours like never before on a clifftop patio that peers over Negril
- The Sugar Mill, Half Moon, Montego Bay – Christopher Golding deserves every gold medal for his knack of working exciting flavours into Jamaican surf and turf.
- Seascape, Half Moon, Montego Bay – fresh air, sea views and fabulous flavours – try the lobster bisque
- Rockhouse, Negril – sit on craggy cliffside above the luminous, lapping waters of Pristine Cove and nosh on ‘new Caribbean’ cuisine – spoiling all senses
- The Terrace, Jamaica Inn, Ocho Rios – smooth music, star-spangled skies and spicy Jamaican flavours have us sold.
- Strawberry Hill Restaurant - tuck into trad dishes that’ve had a gentle nudge from current Caribbean trends, either out on the veranda with its mountain views, or among the olde worlde plantation vibes of the dining room. Strawberry Hill’s Sunday brunches are superb.
Best luxury & 5-star hotels in Jamaica
In Jamaica, luxury takes forms in many different ways, that includes the hotels on offer. Whether it's villas with private gardens, luxurious hotels with spas, treehouses in the middle of the rainforest or all inclusive hotels with secluded beachfront. One of our favourites is the Caves Hotel, an intimate all inclusive, luxurious resort made up of 12 cabins set along the cliffs of Negril.
Or perhaps you are looking for something a little more elegant, then the Trident Hotel in Port Antonio could be the perfect setting for you. This hotel oozes class - made up of 13 private villas, each equipped with private infinity pools, a private terrace, boutique spa and a beautiful south-facing restaurant.