As are a lot of places in the Caribbean, Jamaica is becoming more and more a location for the all-inclusive beach hotel. There is one of these hotels in Jamaica that ranks on Conde Nast Traveler’s Gold List of top hotels in the world. It is the Sandals Grande Ocho Rio Beach and Villa Resort, which is located on the north coast. Another American-style large hotel in Jamaica is the Ritz-Carlton Golf and Spa Resort, Rose Hall, which is also located on the north coast. The eighteen-hole golf course there is the newest of the twelve courses in Jamaica. It is also home to the Horizon restaurant that serves great Mediterranean food with an indigenous twist.
If a smaller and quainter location is what you are looking for in your Jamaican vacation, you may want to consider the Jamaican Inn. It is located in Ocho Rios, and is the site where Winston Churchill and Noel Coward would often visit. It has luxurious lawns, which are used for croquet, and has a requirement that all male guests wear a shirt with a collar at dinner to bring a feel of formality. It has a great private beach, a pool, and four amazing new cottages. Another smaller location to stay would be Round Hill. It is situated on an elevation close to Montego Bay. It is also a well-established place that has been visited by President Kennedy and Princess Grace. Also, Ralph Lauren, who owns a villa at Round Hill, redecorated this property.