The Tryall Club is one of the Caribbean’s classic luxury addresses, a sprawling former sugar estate on the Hanover coast west of Montego Bay. It is known for its golf course, which rolls through the old plantation lands towards the sea, and for the villas scattered across the hillside, many of which come with their own cook, housekeeper and gardener. Guests stay in a villa or in a room near the historic great house, and the estate also has tennis courts, a beach club on a sheltered cove, swimming pools, a spa and fitness facilities, and restaurants including one in the great house itself. It is quieter and more private than the large all-inclusives, and it appeals to people who want space, privacy and a sense of old Jamaica rather than a resort with a programme of activities. The setting is lovely, with sea views, tropical gardens and a long tradition of hosting visitors who return year after year.
Location and getting around
Tryall is in Sandy Bay, Hanover, roughly forty minutes by road west of Sangster International Airport and about the same distance from Negril, which makes it a good base for the western end of the island. A rental car or a regular driver is useful, since the estate is large and the surroundings are rural. Rose Hall and the Hip Strip are a little over half an hour away.
The rooms
Accommodation ranges from rooms and suites to villas of several bedrooms, each with its own style, view and pool. Villa staff typically cook, clean and look after guests, which makes the stay feel like a house party. The details differ by villa, so ask about bedroom count, pool, beach access and staffing when you book.
Who it suits
Families and groups who want a villa, golfers, couples looking for a romantic retreat and travellers who prefer privacy to resort entertainment. It is not an all-inclusive, so budget for meals, drinks and activities. Younger children are welcome in many villas, though check the policies of your chosen property.
Good to know
Because the estate is large and the choice of accommodation is wide, we link to the booking partner’s Montego Bay hotel search rather than a single property page, so compare the options available for your dates. Book golf tee times, tennis and the beach club early, and arrange airport transfers in advance.
When to go
The winter months are the busiest, with golf and tennis at their best and the villas booked well ahead, so reserve early. In the quieter seasons the estate feels almost private, and rates are lower. Ask about minimum stays, which are common in villas during holidays, and about the rules for children and events at the property you choose.
Why stay here
- ✓Championship golf course
- ✓Villas with staff
- ✓Beach club
- ✓Tennis courts
- ✓Swimming pools
- ✓Spa and fitness facilities
- ✓Restaurant in the historic great house
- ✓Quiet estate setting
Good questions
How far is Tryall from Montego Bay?+
It is roughly forty minutes by road west of Sangster International Airport, near Sandy Bay in Hanover.
Is The Tryall Club all-inclusive?+
No, it is an estate with villas and rooms, so budget for meals, drinks and activities.
Do villas come with staff?+
Many villas come with a cook, housekeeper and gardener. Check the details of the villa you choose when you book.
