Coyaba Beach Resort is a smaller, quieter alternative to the large all-inclusives of Montego Bay, set on a private beach at Mahoe Bay in the Ironshore area, just a twelve-minute drive from Sangster International Airport. The scale makes the difference: a single outdoor pool surrounded by cabanas, sun loungers and umbrellas, a beach with a bar, two restaurants and three bars in all. Spa and massage services are available on site, and there is a gift shop, a lift and free self parking. Rooms have balconies or patios, air conditioning, in-room safes and free Wi-Fi, and daily housekeeping keeps things comfortable. A continental breakfast is available for a fee, which makes it a good option for travellers who want to explore the local restaurants rather than eat all their meals at the resort. Guests rate it highly on its page, particularly for service and for the atmosphere, which is relaxed and personal.
Location and getting around
Mahoe Bay is on the western side of town, near the airport and a short drive from the Hip Strip and Doctor’s Cave Beach. The proximity to the airport makes it ideal for short stays, late arrivals and early departures. Many of the day trips in this guide collect from hotels in the area, including Negril and the Luminous Lagoon, though Dunn’s River Falls and Ocho Rios mean a long journey east.
The rooms
Accommodation includes rooms and suites with balconies or patios, some facing the sea or the pool. Air conditioning, safes, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping are standard, and there is a lift for easy access. Meeting rooms are available for small groups, and laundry and dry-cleaning services are offered.
Who it suits
Couples, small groups and independent travellers who like a boutique atmosphere rather than a large resort with entertainment programmes. It is not an all-inclusive in the classic sense, so you can mix eating at the resort with trips to the jerk centres and restaurants of Montego Bay. Families are welcome, but the pool is modest and there is no water park.
Good to know
Check which facilities are open for your dates and whether meals are included in your rate. Book the spa and beach cabanas early in the winter season, and ask the staff to recommend a driver for day trips.
When to go
The small scale makes the resort feel peaceful in any season, but the winter months are the most popular, so book early for December to April. Because the airport is close, it is a good choice for a one-night stay at either end of a longer trip around the island, and a night here is a pleasant way to start or finish a holiday.
Why stay here
- ✓Private beach
- ✓Outdoor pool with cabanas
- ✓Two restaurants
- ✓Three bars
- ✓Spa and massage
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Free self parking
- ✓Balconies or patios
Good questions
How far is Coyaba from the airport?+
It is about a twelve-minute drive from Sangster International Airport, which suits short stays and early flights.
Is Coyaba all-inclusive?+
It is not described as a classic all-inclusive. Check what your rate includes and budget for meals if needed.
Does it have a private beach?+
Yes, the resort has a private beach with a beach bar, and a pool with cabanas.
