Jewel Runaway Bay Beach Resort & WaterparkvsHalf Moon
Both Half Moon and Jewel Runaway Bay Beach & Golf Resort are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Half Moon is the choice of most reviewers compared to Jewel Runaway Bay Beach & Golf Resort. Half Moon is ranked #13 in Jamaica with recommendations from 9 sources like Jetsetter, Star Service and Oyster.
Jewel Runaway Bay Beach Resort & Waterpark
Main Street, North Coast Hwy, St. Ann, Runaway Bay, Jamaica
From $239/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"You reach this stylish all-inclusive resort by passing through a park filled with tropical trees and shrubbery leads to the clubhouse." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"Stretching out over 20 acres, Jewel offers 3 pools, the Radiant Spa, beachside trapeze, quality liquor, live reggae, decent food, and even bingo (a must-do for swinging retirees)." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Formerly Breezes, this all-inclusive option on a lovely strip of beach has all watersports imaginable, tennis courts, and its won 18-hole PGA golf course just across the road."
Fodor's
"Geared to active adults and families, this luxury all-inclusive has a championship golf course." Full review
Star Service
"This well-rehearsed, all-inclusive house is geared toward the cash-conscious upwardly mobile, those too young for Grand Lido and too adventurous for Boscobel Beach." Full review
Frommer's
"There are five categories of tropical-comfy guest room—defined largely by the view and level of service—scattered across nine low buildings." Full review
Half Moon Show All Reviews
Rose Hall, Montego Bay, Jamaica
From $483/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"One of the Caribbean's grandest and most appealing hotels." Full review
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Concierge
"Seven miles east of Montego Bay, Half Moon is the island's most upscale all-inclusive resort."
Jetsetter
"Sprawling beachfront resort with 54 pools, a golf course, a spa, an equestrian center and a dolphin lagoon." Full review
Fodor's
"Half Moon seems more like a town than a mere resort.... one of Jamaica's biggest resorts." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Legendary 59-year-old estate on 400 acres, 15 minutes from the airport, that offers polished service and a multitude of amenities, including a new 68,000-square-foot spa." Full review
Star Service
"This gracious colonial holiday resort centers on a residential-style mansion with sea-view villas and suites spreading out from both sides." Full review
Gayot
"This bucket list resort has been a favorite with celebs for more than half a century."
The Telegraph
8.0
"A large, luxurious resort hotel, classically Caribbean in style, but with modern facilities." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Families will appreciate a new marketplace and café for takeaway snacks and an all-day, casual dining room. 57 guest rooms contain an impressive number of cheerful works of art by Jamaican artists." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"While the promise of two beautiful private beaches might coax you into visiting Half Moon in Montego Bay, Jamaica, you’ll find other reasons to stay." Full review