Awards
Conde Nast Award Winner
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For two generations the Morrow family has made guests feel at home. Peter and Eric Morrow grew up at Jamaica Inn and consider it their home. The list of tributes and accolades for this property is truly impressive: Conde Nast Traveler November 2009 (Reader’s choice Awards) ranked Jamaica Inn #1 in Jamaica & #5 in the Caribbean. Jamaica Inn was voted the Best Hotel in Ocho Rios as well as the Best Small Hotel/Villa in Ocho Rios by Jamaicans.com. Trip Advisor users' ratings for its 2010 Travelers' Choice Awards ranked Jamaica Inn the # 8 Luxury Resort in the Caribbean. Caribbean Travel & Life November 2009 issue named Jamaica Inn as a Top Spa Retreat. Modern Bride’s June/July 2009 issue named Jamaica Inn among the 75 Perfect Places to Say “I Do." The 2008 Forbes Traveler 400 has ranked Jamaica Inn as one of the world’s best 400 hotels. Conde Nast named them to their Gold List for 2004; Harpers & Queen in April 2004 voted it among the top 20 Old World Establishments; Caribbean Travel & Life in July 2004 said: "Non-guests, too flock the al fresco restaurant at this iconic small resort for some of the area's best food and service"; Jamaica Inn has been nominated for the category "Jamaica's Leading Hotel" in the Annual World Travel Awards 2004; Trip Advisor in 2004 named it as the highest rated hotel in Ocho Rios by travelers in the 2004 Trip Advisor Traveler's Choice List; Travel & Leisure Magazine in January 2005 named it on the world's best 2005 list among the highest rated properties; Kay Showker in 2005 named Jamaica Inn among the 100 Best Resorts in the Caribbean.
Banquets & Meetings
The Inn has a small meeting room for up to 20 people, the hotel can also host weddings
Fine Dining On Site
Voted as the Best Kept Secret for Breakfast in The Jamaica Observer, breakfast may be had on the Restaurant Terrace overlooking the bay or on the Verandah of each suite. Lunch boasts an extraordinary offering, from freshly made soups, salads and breads, to light bites, sandwiches and burgers and an "Around the World" section. Lunch is served at the Seaside Restaurant, on the beach or in your suite. Start the evening with complimentary hors d'oeuvres then have a 6-Course Flavorful Gourmet Dinner under the stars while listening to a live band. The dinner menu at Jamaica Inn changes every night. Every Saturday night is the famous lobster night. Dinner is available in a romantic outside setting overlooking the sea or in the privacy of your own suite on your balcony/verandah.
Fine Dining Nearby
Highly recommended Toscanini Italian restaurant
Executive Retreat
The Inn has a small meeting room for up to 20 people. The hotel frequently hosts very romantic weddings for 2 to 100 people.
Fitness Center
An exercise room is located in the garden wing. Equipment includes a stair climber, stationary bicycle and treadmill.
Child Programs
No children under 10 in summer months and none under 12 in winter months.
Spa Facility
Jamaican traditions mix with Ayurveda and Fijian treatments at the Jamaica Inn's newly opened KiYara Spa. The emphasis is on spiritual well being and natural curatives. Each treatment is designed to soothe and nurture the body, mind and spirit. Choose from an exotic selection of facial and body treatments that bring a truly holistic approach to the spa experience. The spa offers Body Balancers, Facial Renewal, and KiYara Rituals as well as Hand and Foot Care Services, Waxing and other Wellness Activities (including Yoga, AquaYoga and Aerobics).
Biking Touring
Take an exceptional mountain bike ride from high in the mountains of St. Ann through the woodland and meadow, from the quaint village of Mount Zion to a thirst quenching stop at the Spicy Grove tavern.
Boating
On-property kayaks and sunfish sailing. Consider the all-day rafting excursion comprised of a two hour drive along a beautiful, scenic coastal road followed by a two and a half hour bamboo raft trip which includes lunch.
Ecological Tourism
Touring Society of Jamaica develops tours and special events for guests
Golfing
Two miles from Ocho Rios, amongst verdant hills, 700 ft above sea level. The course is par 71, 6600 yards and can supply rental equipment. Preferred rate offered for guests.
Horseback Riding
Horse trail riding through Plantation tour, US $20 per person. 5 minutes away, polo and jumping lessons available
Scuba Diving
Snorkeling equipment available free to guests
Shopping
Island Village and Ocean Village shopping in nearby dowtown Ocho Rios; shuttle available
Tennis Courts Nearby
About a 5 minute drive from hotel
Theatre Museums
Harmony Hall Great House has Jamaican arts & crafts and the Coyaba museum displays artifacts
Recommended Rooms
The Jamaica Inn offers both rooms and cottages. The cottages are secluded, but steps from the main Inn. The Blue Cottage is a private one-bedroom cottage right on the beach. White Suite where Sir Winston Churchill stayed and painted watercolors has a private pool and peninsula. Cottage 3 boasts own private infinity pool..