Jamaica

On a secluded 40-hectare peninsula, this clubby old-money refuge retains much of the serenity and sense of privilege of its earlier days when London and Hollywood loyalists vacationed here. — Star Service

Hidden in plain sight on the island’s northern coast, GoldenEye has long been a mainstay of Caribbean casual chic. — Condé Nast Traveler

The most attractive (and expensive) hotel in Ochi, tasteful and elegant, with a gorgeous private beach, pool and sophisticated oceanfront spa. — Rough Guide

Seaside oasis with just 12 thatched roof cottages and one villa, all spread over 10 acres of limestone cliff. — Jetsetter

Jakes is a low-key and very stylish independent hotel, consisting of brightly coloured cottages strung along shoreline in a tiny, sleepy seaside town. — The Telegraph

Steps from the city center, with a Mediterranean feel and a host of classes open to guests, from drawing to cooking. — Travel + Leisure

Half Moon seems more like a town than a mere resort.... one of Jamaica's biggest resorts. — Fodor's

Tryall Club is an all-villa club and resort spanning 2,200 acres. — The Telegraph

One of Jamaica's best hotels. this place has beautifully designed wooden cottages spread over a hillside with spectacular Kingston views. — DK Eyewitness

Ranked among Jamaica's more popular all-inclusive adults-only properties, this place competes locally with its sibling Couples and Grand Lido, with a high-minded, low-calorie approach to resort living. — Star Service

Across the street from the beach, the upscale Sunset has a warm, helpful staff, intimate setting, and great food. — Oyster

With seven properties across the island, Sandals has cornered Jamaica’s all-inclusive market for couples, with each property offering is own romantic twist in terms of location and dining. — The Telegraph

Negril is not known for its intimate lodgings, but Idle Awhile Resort has created quite the reputation for itself, providing 14 whimsical accommodations with quintessential beach-house flair. — Star Service

Couples looking for a sports-oriented getaway and a casually elegant atmosphere flock to this resort on one of the best stretches of Negril Beach. — Fodor's

Enviable location on a rock peninsula with ladders down into an azure cove; this is a unique, stylish and comfortable hotel. — Rough Guide

This appealing place is in a busy part of the beach, and is panted in a palette of pastels with cottages set just back from the sand. — DK Eyewitness

If old-school celebrities once stayed in gingerbread Victorian guest houses, today rock stars and hip-hop moguls come to Gee Jam for ultra-modern design, cuisine and a high bar of exclusivity. — Lonely Planet