Grand Palladium Lady Hamilton is a big all-inclusive resort on a private beach at The Point, near Lucea in Hanover parish, about fifty minutes by car west of Montego Bay’s airport. It is a destination in itself, with around 512 rooms, five outdoor pools and a children’s pool, a lazy river, a waterslide and a water park that is free for guests. Seven restaurants and a string of bars, including five poolside bars, a swim-up bar and four beach bars, make the all-inclusive package genuinely varied, and a free breakfast buffet starts each day. The Zentropia spa, a gym with fitness and yoga classes, three tennis courts, a nightclub and non-motorised water sports keep everyone occupied, and babysitting is available for a fee. The page lists it as a five-star property, and guests rate it very good. It is a strong choice for those who want a lively resort on a long, sheltered beach, with Negril close enough for easy day trips.
Location and getting around
The resort is in Hanover, west of Montego Bay, on the road towards Negril. The airport transfer takes about fifty minutes, which is longer than for resorts in Montego Bay itself, but the position is excellent for exploring the west of the island. Negril’s Seven Mile Beach and Rick’s Café are within reach, and the Black River and YS Falls are accessible on longer excursions from the resort or from Montego Bay.
The rooms
Accommodation ranges from standard rooms to suites, many with balconies or terraces facing the garden, pool or sea. Free in-room Wi-Fi, 24-hour room service and free self parking are standard. Room categories may include extra perks such as lounge access or premium dining, so read the inclusions before choosing.
Who it suits
Families, groups of friends and couples who enjoy a lively atmosphere with entertainment at night. The water park and the children’s facilities make it a popular choice for families, while the nightclub and bars attract adults. If you want a quiet, adults-only resort, look at the other properties in this guide.
Good to know
Because of the distance from Montego Bay, check transfer times and costs when you book. Confirm the status of renovations or refurbishments for your dates, and reserve the specialty restaurants early in your stay.
When to go
The dry winter season is the most popular for the beach and the water park, and rates rise accordingly. Summer is hotter and cheaper, with a risk of storms from August to October. Because the resort is so large, it is worth asking for a room close to the facilities you will use most, and for the buffet times that avoid the busiest queues.
Why stay here
- ✓All-inclusive meals and drinks
- ✓Five pools and a children’s pool
- ✓Water park with lazy river
- ✓Seven restaurants
- ✓Private beach with four beach bars
- ✓Zentropia spa
- ✓Nightclub
- ✓Non-motorised water sports
Good questions
How far is it from Montego Bay airport?+
It is about fifty minutes by car from Sangster International Airport, in Hanover parish towards Negril.
Does it have a water park?+
Yes, there is a water park with a lazy river and a waterslide, free for guests, plus five pools.
Is it good for day trips to Negril?+
Yes, Negril is relatively close, which makes this a good base for the west of the island, though trips east to Ocho Rios are long.
