Jewel Grande sits in the Rose Hall district on the coast east of Montego Bay, a few minutes from the great houses and the golf courses that make this stretch of shoreline famous. It is an all-inclusive resort of a manageable size, with around 217 rooms, so it feels more personal than the vast resorts further along the coast. Meals and drinks are included, and the resort has seven restaurants, which is a generous number for a property of this scale and means you can eat somewhere different each evening of a week-long stay. There are two outdoor pools, each with a swim-up bar, plus poolside bars, and a private beach with cabanas and beach massages for days when you want to be near the sea. A rooftop terrace gives views over the coast, and the spa, gym and yoga and fitness classes keep you busy if you want more than loungers. Water activities such as kayaking and sailing are available, and beach volleyball is on offer for the energetic. The resort also holds a Green Globe sustainability certification.
Location and getting around
The resort is about eighteen minutes by car from Sangster International Airport, and an airport shuttle can be arranged for a fee. Rose Hall Great House and Cinnamon Hill Great House are close, and a golf course is adjacent to the property, which makes it a natural choice for golfers. The Hip Strip is a short taxi ride in the other direction, and most of the day trips described in this guide collect from the resort.
The rooms
Accommodation ranges from standard rooms to suites, many with balconies or terraces facing the garden, pool or sea. Rooms have air conditioning, free in-room Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service, and self parking is free. Room categories differ in view and size, so choose according to how much time you plan to spend in your room.
Who it suits
Couples, golfers and travellers who want a full all-inclusive stay in a mid-sized resort with good dining variety. Families will find it comfortable, though it is not built around a water park, so it suits those who want a calmer atmosphere. Check which restaurants need reservations, and whether premium drinks are included in your rate.
Good to know
Ask what is included in your rate, as some restrictions apply to food and drink. Book the spa early in your stay, and confirm which facilities are open when you reserve, because resorts along this coast continue to refresh and renovate.
When to go
The winter season from December to April brings the driest weather and the busiest beaches, while the shoulder months of May and November offer lower rates and quieter pools. Summer is hotter and wetter, and the Atlantic hurricane season runs from June to November, so travel insurance with a flexible booking is wise if you travel then.
Why stay here
- ✓All-inclusive meals and drinks
- ✓Seven restaurants
- ✓Two pools with swim-up bars
- ✓Private beach with cabanas
- ✓Spa and fitness centre
- ✓Rooftop terrace
- ✓Kayaking and sailing
- ✓Golf course next door
Good questions
How far is Jewel Grande from the airport?+
It is about eighteen minutes by car from Sangster International Airport, and a shuttle can be arranged for a fee.
Is Jewel Grande all-inclusive?+
Yes, food and drink are included, with some restrictions. Check your rate to see which restaurants and drinks are covered.
Is it near a golf course?+
Yes, a golf course is adjacent to the resort, and Cinnamon Hill is close by on the Rose Hall coast.
