Jamrock Secret Retreat

Das Hotel direkt am Meer ist. Super nette Gastgeberin

Keine Aircondition.

Supermooi uitzicht en een mooie kamer

Location by the sea step right down into It - no beach Bev the host was lovely and welcoming Clean room/bed

No Wi-Fi at all No hot water Charged different price to booking .com price and even charged me $10 for cleaning !! No restaurant to have breakfast No cards accepted would only take cash - in US dollars so had to go ATM to get cash

Everything was good

The food was not that great

Close to water.

No towel, no TV. The lady who collected the money was nice but I won’t even say much about the gentleman. The airport is just out front. Plane constantly flying gets annoying. One night stay is all I would stay.

Right on beach front, left to enjoy at your own leisure however the host is very welcoming! Snappaz restaurant in walking distant is a great spot!

The room was 50 feet from the water. Can hear the waves from within the room.

No A/C. However, there was a large fan to keep the room from getting warm.

The property is beautiful and very elegant. Clean and spacious for someone looking for a small space.

The property do not have any air condition so during the day expect to be hot but at night with the industrial fan that was provided made it really cold at night.

We only stayed a night for transfer, but this night was one of the best experiences in our entire trip. This place is a hidden gem, a quiet retreat with exclusive access to an almost private beach, panoramic views and natural peace. Tips: 1. The place is hard to find on your own, read Ron and Bev's messages before you try on your own (like we did). 2. Ron and Bev are amazingly helpful and kind, they will double the joy of your stay. Don't hesitate to ask. 3. Yes, airport is close, but the occasional passing plane is no disturbance. Night was full of nature sounds. 4. We met quite a few locals during our short stay, and all of them were genuinely friendly and helping us to get around. 5. Try the closeby SNAPPAZ restaurant!

AC would be an improvement, but we had a huge second fan in the room that did the job. Jamaica is warm, very warm, no kidding...

My spouse and I chose Jamrock Secret Retreat for our honeymoon, and it exceeded all expectations. This hidden gem offers a truly authentic Jamaican experience with modern comforts in a breathtaking setting. Property & Location: The retreat's private beach access is simply magical. The clear blue waters and secluded setting create a perfect romantic atmosphere that's ideal for couples. The property itself is immaculately maintained and designed with a beautiful tropical aesthetic that captures Jamaica's natural beauty. Our room was spotlessly clean and recently renovated, featuring charming tropical decor that enhanced the island experience. The attention to detail was impressive, and the room had everything we needed. There are drinks available in the mini-fridge (for an additional charge), which was a convenient touch. Staff & Service: The staff truly made our stay special. Ms. Bev, who manages the property, is an absolute treasure - warm, helpful, and genuinely caring. We formed a wonderful connection with her during our stay. She also offers additional items you might need during your visit, which proved very convenient. Steve deserves special mention as well. He was our guide throughout Jamaica - arranging transportation from the airport, taking us shopping, and even to Ocho Rios. His knowledge about Jamaican culture and history turned our transfers into fascinating tours. Both Ms. Bev and Steve represent the incredible hospitality that makes Jamaica special. We loved it so much we extended our stay! The connections we formed with staff and locals were unexpected highlights, and we're already planning our return. Tips for Future Guests: - Bring cash for check-in - Budget for transportation (Steve is highly recommended!) - Consider extending your stay!

The only small issue worth noting is that towels aren't automatically provided with the room. You'll need to purchase them from Ms. Bev for an additional cost. This appears to be a "post-COVID policy" to maintain enhanced hygiene standards. However, this wasn't really a problem for us, as the Jamaican towels make for wonderful souvenirs to take home! The only downside was the Wi-Fi, which wasn’t very strong. I had some trouble connecting and experienced issues when trying to send important emails or watch movies at night.

clean and close to airport

needed transport to get around

Everything, it was perfect 😁

Nothing at all!

The place was very clean, and a beautiful worm welcome.

Beautiful terrace to sit out side looking at the stars or a terrace with access to the sea with beds to lay and hear the sound of the sea against the rocks. Lovely smell with sage and good vibes.

Thank you Bev!!!

Nice view. Lots of loungers.

Finding it !! No signage on building , no directions on road and there were 2 properties with the same address separated by an airport in Montego Bay!!! Our GPS POINTED US TO THE OTHER ONE. Our local cab driver was confused and we almost gave up on finding it. And the transportation to the airport advertised was a cab fare we paid for!

Onw word expressed (×3) EXCELLENT! EXCELLENT! EXCELLENT!

No TV, mosquitos were bad

It is very clean and Bev is a great host. Nice location walking distance to a beach and places to eat. The owner is nice and has lovely gardens around the house. Was not bothered by the planes but you hear them on occasion but much less than anticipated.

The internet was kind of hit or miss. The rooms are nice and very clean but no bathroom door just a curtain and glass door with a curtain that goes into room (upstairs downstairs seem more private from what I could see) it is very nice but I would have preferred a solid door for privacy going into the room and for the bathroom.

We loved the rooms, location, and the private sea balcony.

No AC was the only negative, but the host does provide a large fan.

Jamrock is less than 9 mins drive from airport but sounds of planes rarely disturb the tranquility of JamRock. So peaceful and quiet with a beautiful sea view and only sounds heard are the waves outside bedroom window. Wake up in the night and even the insects have gone to sleep. The facilities were good. I had the lounge, sun terrace and kitchenette to myself. Clean room , fast internet and very comfy bed. My host Bev was so friendly and made me feel at home. She was informative on local places to eat. Snappaz , lovely fish restaurant which is about 8 minutes walk from Jamrock. Food is lovely and staff very friendly. If you want to stop over after landing and need to freshen up before moving on to your next destination , Jamrock is a place that I would recommend and one that I will be coming back to.

Remember to bring your toiletries and towel . Also plus tea, coffee and sugar and there is no microwave .Other than that everything else was perfect.

Miss bev is so accommodating and meeting all required needs

What's not to like

The property was neat; the location was hard to find unless you from Montego Bay; there was no roadside marker or address.

The owner was rude about the check-in process and having a late check-in or plans.

Love the little private beach and all the patio areas to sit outside and relax with a beautiful ocean view.

This is an absolutely stunning property. Great location and breathtaking views.

Right on the beachfront with access sttaightfrom your room which was spacious, lovely and clean. Host Ms Beverley was a delight! Would definitely stay again :)

Was tricky to find due to my own mistake of not reading the directions thoroughly but when I called the contact number for help a male answered who was quiet abrupt, told me I should have read everything properly and stated that seens as I hadnt read properly I wouldn’t no that they didn’t have air con…which wasn’t a bother too me as they have a large fan but his mannerisms may put some costumers off.

The ocean is very beautiful 😍 and the hoist is very lovely as well 😊 also the room is very spacious

Didn't like that my mini vacation ended so soon 😩 Could do with a AC in the room

The hospitality, the clean place itself, the views, the quietness & solitude, and the nearby eateries.

Lack of air-conditioning, brutal. Fans at nite for sleep were not enough. The heat was worse than the noisy airport nearby.

Cleaningless

Structure , outside look old

Next to the sea and able to have a swim before my flight. I could see the sea from the room and hear the waves which was very appealing. There is a lovely patio area with tables, chairs and loungers with steps leading to the sea. Ms Bev was very helpful and accommodating.

I know the property said that they don’t provide towels but it would have made things easier to swim/ bathe/ change if they had. Not too many restaurant choices near to the guest house. Two fans in the room but it was still very hot. There were lots of mosquitos which were unrelenting!

Location peaceful, SOLITUDE

Very nice location.

No airco

I had a ground floor room overlooking the Caribbean Sea. I was able to walk out of my room directly to the patio. Very convenient. The view was out of this world. Absolutely stunning!

I loved everything!

Located close to airport.

Not enough privacy in the room, lace curtain only secluded the glass paned door. Room was small, but basic enough to lay your head. Bathroom was not separated with a closed door, walked through bedroom straight into bathroom.

The location of the house is absolutely stunning, with an ocean view. However, it is right behind the airport so there is not much to do other than that... We only stayed for one night so we didn't really get to enjoy the place, but would have been wonderful to spend a day there. It was truly one of the most beautiful views I have seen.

This is probably on me for not reading the ad well enough, but I didn't realize we were gonna be staying in a room at someone's house... This was fine, and the host was helpful but it felt like we were just "crashing" at someone's home. It felt a bit like we were in the way staying there. But again, I should have informed myself of this earlier!!! That's on me.

Could hear the sea inside, and swim by climbing a few steps down from the patio Beautiful furnishings

There was no breakfast

Have something for breakfast

Miss Bev was very accommodating to us. Everything was clean and comfortable. I love that it was right on the water.

I would’ve appreciated some towels, it was a good thing a brought a few. I think she had them for sale.

Stunning location, kind and helpful host, spacious room, very clean

Jamrock Secret Retreat was like place in heaven. With my friends we were amazed for this beautiful sea view. Little cute beach was next to the property, ther was nice sandy bottom and beautiful cliffs to border this beach. Our apartment was the cleanest and with most beautiful interior design we had in our jamaican trip. Owner was very calm and a quiet person, did´t interrupt so oftenly. So it was good to have the relaxing time near the beach in sunny terrace. On the last day we understood again how kindly and friendly are jamaican people. We had to leave to the airport 25.12 when it is Jamaican Cristmas Boxing Day. We had no idea how important this day is to Jamaica, we did´t find any taxi driver to take us to airport. We asked help from the owner - that no problem thinking in Jamaica is overwhealming - she just calld 30 minutes to all her friends and acquaintance and finaly found us the bus and the driver to took us to airport. It was christmas mirakle and we are very thanful to her.

The accommodation could provide towels, as it is troublesome for a traveler traveling from a distance to carry them with a backpack.

Ms Bev was very nice! She prepared breakfast for us and gave us recommendations for dinner. The location was super clean and beautiful! You could see the airplanes taking off on the runway. The property is literally on the water also! We enjoyed our stay and Ms Bev's hospitality.

NA

Great location, perfect for respite from city life. Large room just a few steps from the ocean. Wonderful hospitality from Miss Bev.

Nothing

The best place to stay in Jamaica. Beth was so helpfull, caring and made us full like home. The view is amazing 💙

I did not get any breakfast, the location is not bad, it's a quiet hideaway.

The area is hot and there is no AC in the room.

I loved the location from The airport Waking up to the sound of the sea It was clean The bed was large and comfortable The communication prior to and during my stay was good

That I was separated from main house so it was a little isolated. No interaction with anyone else, no communal area or drinks facilities within main house although they did bring me a jug of hot water to prepare tea I had brought with me. The shower was cold

The only things I like. Was the location to the Airport and they had WIFI.

I did not like, I had to take off my shoes at the front door. I did not like I had to have the hot water turned on. I did not have any water in the morning to wash my face. No A/C in the room.

The host, Ms. Bev, was very welcoming and made me feel like family. Great location for privacy to just relax, also fairly near to shops, beaches and airport. It felt like having a personal beach on your doorstep.. I could walk from my bed, to the water for a morning swim in the ocean in seconds. I will be going back most certainly soon. A home away from home.🇯🇲

Nothing I didn't like, it's Jamaica. You have to adapt to the culture.. only thing I didn't like was having to go home eventually. I would come every weekend if I could. 😭😭😭

Perfect clean room with a stunning vieuw

There is nothing to dislike

Friendly staff and cleanliness

The airplanes taking off and the lack of AC in the summertime

Loved being able to walk into the ocean the place was beautiful felt.like I was in a movie. The money for there was a great price

No a.c. I used that the wind was coming through the windows but it was quite hot if a was there we could put it on if needed close windows then open them in a.m. Also the hot water should stay on during the time the room is rented . Felt 😣 asking because after taking a shower the hot water is turned off we are paying for that convenience.

Jamrock was everything I was seeking. The ocean views are breathtaking. Very quiet all you hear are the waves hitting the rocks amazing. The host took very good care of me, picked me up from the airport Made sure I had all the basic necessities. I will definitely be returning to Jamrock when visiting Jamaica. It was a plus to have a few restaurants nearby , walking distance. Also Tropical Bliss Beach less than 10 minutes away. Jamrock is definitely one of Jamaica's hidden gems.

It was safe, quiet and the extremely close proximity to the water was heavenly. Ms. Bev was an absolute delight and a true caretaker. She made my visit feel like HOME. I will definitely be back.

Wifi was a little slow but it worked

Bev is awesome! can't wait to come back!

Clean, friendly and responsive service, close to the airport, access to the sea right out the door

Needs air conditioning. Or bring earplugs for the super powerful fan that kept us cool all night

Bev was great. She recommended a wonderful restaurant for dinner. The room was clean and had an incredible view. We lounged on the deck feeling the breeze for several hours.

It’s proximity to the airport was a bit too close and directly under the plane’s flight path. Also, air conditioning would be great. it got very hot in the room. Also, advanced warning that payment was only accepted in cash would have been nice. maybe a remind the day before so we could be prepared.

Miss Bev was a great host. Warm, curteous, and helpful. The location was fantastic - close to the airport and a short drive from 'town'. Private access to the ocean - a real treat in Jamaica where so much of the shoreline is owned by big resorts. Peace! No TVs blaring. Other guests were quiet and respectful. The ultra clean, bright, spacious room with a huge, comfortable bed. A decent restaurant just a five minute walk away. The competitive price. Great for a couple of days before onward travel to another part of the island.

No air conditioning, which is inexplicable. Night temperature was 27°c/80°fwith a real-feel of 33°c/91°f, hotter during the day. No Aircon, little respite from the ceiling fans in the room and lounge area. The freestanding fan in the bedroom was OK, but aircon would elevate the place. No full-length mirror in the bedroom. Two mirrors in the bathroom, one chest up, the other neck up. Pre-trip communication from the owner was gruff and not industry standard (I travel for a living, never experienced anything like it on six continents). The points being made could have been articulated better if the owner understood their impact on customer experience. I advise seeking a hospitality comms expert to draft some standard text (that's not in ALL CAPS). These things make a huge difference.

The view is fantastic

It was very hot, we didn’t have AC, but the owner provided us with a fan.

Ocean view close to airport

No towels, hot water, or AC

The staff was friendly. The place was exceptionally clean. The location is great.

It would have been nice to have soap and bath products in the room.

The host was amazing. The views were fantastic. The house is right on the edge of the ocean with easy access. The price was perfect.

Nothing

I like it had its own private balcony and access to the water.

The front of the house was not appealing. The Wi-Fi connection was horrible. The hot water is controlled by the host. There is no air condition. The bathroom had bugs crawling on the floor.

All ok

All ok for me. However the property is selfcatering, we were on a late arrival flight hence we had to find some breakfast food for the morning our driver Gary was very helpful with this. Just a suggestion maybe a small welcome pack with a few breakfast items, which could be charged to the room would be a good idea.

Lots of aspects to like, such as a great location on the sea and safe neighborhood-feel. Bev made my experience at Jamrock exceptional! I loved her steady, generous, trusting, dependable, and caring demeanor.

I didn't like having to bring my own towels, but was thankful a fellow traveler mentioned it here the in reviews so I was prepared.

This is a magical location tucked away on the edge of magnificence! What an awesome view from the guest room, and the host was gracious and lovely.

No complaints. Just wish I had found this gem sooner!

Amazing place . It was our first stop in a two weeks Journey to Jamaica. It was just to go out the bedroom and literally go swimming in Caribe

loved the location and the sea front. Beverly was so welcoming

Location next to fishing village…. good food nearby

No AC

Rooms are clean and comfortable, amazing view and the water is beautiful

Nothing

The view of the water. My host was sooooo nice.

No AC. Provided a big fan for me though. No TV in room, had to use my laptop. It dark outside without lights and when I left I left my porch light on. When I came back it was off. That means sum1 was in my room n turned it off. Privacy issue. Next to airport, noisy planes overhead

Wonderful property. We had a great sleep with the sound of the waves outside our room, and an amazing morning swim. Bev was super helpful and made us feel at home. Highly recommended.

Needed a place to sleep off my travel so it was a good spot to have a restful sleep and get ready for the rest of my trip. I felt safe and the host was very friendly

The door for Patio access is jammed to it won’t open.

Perfect for a short stay. Great views of the ocean.

It was a little hard to find by taxi.

The property is ideally located for those looking staying nearby the airport. It’s got great sea views and the rooms are very comfy. Beverly, the host is lovely and very helpful. It’s also walking distance to some good local restaurants.

Nothing I didn’t like.

I like the scenery there ms bev is pretty nice I was informed on what and where is safe to visit

These is no tv or cable in the room the internet signal isn't so strong to pick up in the room

The location and the view and the cleanest of the property was very great this place his very nice specially the upstairs view. I would definitely recommend this property to anyone that want to stay in monte go bay

I love everything

just like the pictures if not better. very comfortable rooms. Beverly is an awesome host. close to the airport.

close to the airport, but if you are flying in or out it’s just in the right spot

The location is the BEST. Right on the water. Listening to the waves hit the rocks was just fantastic. I loved it. It was exactly what i was looking for.

The internet was weak and the option of watching TV would have been good.

This is, price-quality, a good option for one, two, three very quiet nights before flying back. A five minutes drive from airport. Beverly is very friendly and helpfull. Thank god far away from the famous Hipstrip on a stretch near the airport runway (not too many flights, so not always airplane noise, no flights during the night) Good local cafes and restaurants (Snappaz) without many tourists. From the terrace with the stairs directly into the sea. If you want a sandy beach you can go to Tropical Bliss Beach (paying entry) on 500m. Relax seats and table on the terrace and close to my room. Looking on your laptop under the fruit trees....

Because this is a guesthouse there is no possiblity for breakfast and also no 'plastic card' payments. We in Europe are to much relied on bankcards. You have to tell Bev when you want to take a hot shower, but who needs hot water? I took in 15 days Jamaica maybe one shower with the 'red robinet'.

Absolutely, love Ms. Bev! I didn’t have to worry about transportation. I wanted the real experience of Montego and it was definitely provided. I definitely enjoyed the view and the house.

if, you’re bougie this isn’t the spot for you. I’m down to earth and felt completely at home. Ms. Bev is as awesome and felt like family. I’m sitting at a resort right now and would rather go back to Jamrock. The view and water is everything! Transportation gave me the true experience of Montego Bay from the food, shopping and night life. Our driver never left us, so I felt very safe at all times. I’m coming back and skipping the resort.

The villa is located close to the airport and has a private beach entry amazing for a morning dip in the sea. Also the host and driver were really lovely welcoming and helpful. It's a gorgeous place and I would stay there again.

Nothing all very lovely

great view and friendly staff

the roof was leaking in the living room and bedroom and there was no hot water nor tv that we could watch

The facilities were ok & the staff was ok especially the owner he was very welcoming and kind he took us around dropped us to get groceries & stuff & waited.

A TV shld av been in the room