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Strawberry HillvsSandals Montego Bay
Both properties are rated very highly by writers. On balance, Strawberry Hill is preferred by most writers compared to Sandals Montego Bay. Strawberry Hill is ranked #6 in Jamaica with recommendations from 10 publications such as Concierge, Fodor's and Star Service.
Strawberry Hill
Concierge
Jetsetter
Fodor's
Oyster
Rough Guide
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Condé Nast Traveler
Gayot
The Telegraph Show All Reviews
New Castle Road, Kingston, Jamaica
From $345/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge "Forget the beach; this is one of the most breathtakingly romantic spots in the Caribbean."
Jetsetter "Stylish hillside sleep with topnotch local fare, splurge-worthy spa and infinity pool with a view." Full review
Fodor's "Perched in the Blue Mountains, the resort has an infinity pool, spa, and offers pure relaxation in Georgian-style cottages." Full review
OysterLuxury
"This former coffee plantation nestled among the steep and winding hills of Jamaica’s famous Blue Mountain is a little oasis above the very un-resort-like city of Kingston." Full review
Rough Guide "Easily the classiest hotel in the wider Kingston area, yet it also maintains an unpretentious Jamaican feel."
DK Eyewitness "One of Jamaica's best hotels. this place has beautifully designed wooden cottages spread over a hillside with spectacular Kingston views."
Star Service "This pioneering luxury mountain lodge lies amid 2.5 hectares of lush lawns, ginger and ferns landscaped Hawaiian-style." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "This Georgian-style hotel in the mountains was built on a coffee plantation that belonged to the British royal family in the eighteenth century." Full review
Gayot "Chic, dreamy décor embraces guests at this romantic hillside retreat."
The Telegraph8.0
"This much-loved country hotel is found high up in the leafy Blue Mountains, and comes with romantic wooden cottages and a magical view over the twinkling lights of Kingston." Full review
Sandals Montego Bay
Frommer's Concierge Fodor's Star Service Oyster The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
Montego Bay, Kent Avenue, Montego Bay 100, Jamaica
From $730/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "It isn't the most glamorous, or the most upscale, of the Sandals resorts, but the chain's management makes it their flagship." Full review
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Try to avoid booking one of the 10 rooms positioned immediately above the dining area; these don't have balconies and may be noisy.
Concierge "While a similar sense of merriment pervades all of the chain's resorts, including the more relaxed Negril property, this one parties hardest."
Fodor's "The largest private beach in Montego Bay is the highlight of this Sandals—one of the most popular upscale resorts in the Caribbean." Full review
Star Service "This is the original all-inclusive resort for couples in love—no children, no singles allowed." Full review
Oyster All-Inclusive
"For couples seeking a luxurious, all-inclusive experience, with plenty of activities and dining options on-site, Sandals Montego Bay is a beautiful option." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"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." Full review
Lonely Planet "A superb all-inclusive, couples-only resort where you and the one you love can seek out that honeymoon sparkle while snorkeling, sailing and sunning to your heart’s content." Full review
