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Offering 100% Luxury Hotels Five Star Alliance offers the most comprehensive collection of hand-picked luxury hotels available anywhere – online or off.

Here is their top eight hotels in Jamaica.

Half Moon Montego Bay, St. James, Jamaica

Half Moon, A RockResort stretches across 400 lushly landscaped acres, with 33 stately four- to seven-bedroom villas, each with its own personal staff and pool, 152 luxurious suites and 46 breathtaking rooms.

Half Moon, A RockResort features a championship, 72-par Robert Trent Jones, Sr. golf course, 18-hole putting green, 13-lit tennis courts, a full range of water sports, an exclusive natural Dolphin Lagoon, six gourmet restaurants and over half a dozen informal snack bars, a world class spa and shopping village.

Half Moon Royal Villas Montego Bay, Jamaica

For years the Royal Villas at Half Moon have been the “home away from home” for families, friends and groups choosing the ultimate in luxury and privacy. Relax and leave all of the details to your personal butler, housekeeper and cook. They will be happy to arrange whatever your heart desires, impromptu meals by the pool, a day at the Dolphin Lagoon, dinner reservations and more. They will stock your pantry, unpack your bags, and even assist in creating a special celebration. The possibilities are endless because your enjoyment is their happiness.

Each Royal Villa is like an exclusive hotel with five-, six- or seven- private bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, each with its own keyed entrance. Each villa is elegantly furnished and tastefully decorated in tropical hues and offers.

Jamaica Inn Ocho Rios, Jamaica

Since 1950, Jamaica Inn has consistently been ranked one of the top resort hotels and vacation destinations in the Caribbean. Jamaica Inn is a small, civilized, elegantly timeless resort located in beautiful Ocho Rios, Jamaica. Situated on what many consider to be the premier private beach in Jamaica, each of Jamaica Inn’s 47 rooms and suites suite has a private balustraded balcony overlooking the beach and the Caribbean. Jamaica Inn’s crowning glory is its accommodations — spacious, impeccable and very tasteful. Beds are always freshly made, even after an afternoon nap. A clean, thick beach towel awaits you, no matter how many trips you make to the beach. The cool sea breezes filter through louvered shutters. For the occasional lull, ceiling fans and air conditioning provide comfort.

Round Hill Hotel And Villas, Montego Bay, Jamaica

You recognize a sense of style at Round Hill as soon as you drive through the gates. It is like a cashmere sweater, exquisite to experience, but not the least bit showy. Profuse gardens, secluded beaches, a world-class spa in an 18th century great house at the edge of the sea, plenty of privacy and warm, friendly staff add up to the low-key luxury and timeless glamour. This ultimate legendary resort just gets better.

For an all-inclusive vacation, consider the resort’s “All Inclusive Platinum Plan” which is a flat fee per person added to your room or suite rate. Just make your reservation, and then request the “All Inclusive Platinum Plan” addition.

The Palmyra, A Solis Resort and Spa, Rose Hall, Montego Bay, Jamaica

Set on 16 oceanfront acres on the grounds of a former Jamaican plantation within the elite enclave of Rose Hall, The Palmyra, A Solis Resort & Spa offers beautifully appointed suites, penthouses and villas with full kitchens, premium cable HDTV and high speed internet. Surrounded by three championship golf courses, The Palmyra, A Solis Resort & Spa boasts the added indulgence of Jamaica’s first branded ESPA destination spa, designed by global spa guru Susan Harmsworth, CEO and Founder of the spa company. Two swimming pools overlook the sea, swimming cove and private white sand beach, while dining choices include four restaurants ranging from white-tablecloth to beachside casual dining.

Moon Dance Villas, Negril, Jamaica

Moon Dance Villas consists of 6 luxurious, fully staffed, private villas, ranging from 1 to 5 bedrooms. Featuring all of the amenities of a larger resort, the service at Moon Dance Villas is unmatched. With a private beach, 4 pools, jacuzzis in every villa and lush gardens Moon Dance Villas is an ideal getaway.

Sandals Royal Plantation, Ocho Rios, Jamaica

Some say the lush northern coast of Jamaica is one of the most beautiful places on Earth. Where the rolling hills of the St. Ann Mountains sweep down to the pristine white-sand beaches of a calm bay known as The Ocho Rios Riviera- an area aptly named for its revered sophistication. Flawlessly set amidst this tropical paradise, Sandals Royal Plantation is a splendid seclusion for those who are serious about taking life easy, yet desirous of every refinement. Offering just 77 luxurious suites, all with stunning ocean views, the resort has the intimacy of an elegant private villa and the panache of a world-class resort of the highest caliber. Royal Plantation is a peaceful sanctuary, abundant with treasures that clarify the mind and lift the spirit. Here, you’re as close to two pristine beaches as it’s possible to be. On one of them, you can bask on the sugary sand attended by beach butlers merely a nod away. Or you can enjoy the world-class amenities ranging from the 5 star Diamond European Spa to the 18-hole championship golf course. With world-class service and award-winning restaurants, Royal Plantation is truly a paradise for the discerning traveler.

Ritz Carlton Rose Hall Jamaica, St. James, Montego Bay, Jamaica.

Imagine soaking up the sun at The Ritz-Carlton, Rose Hall Resort in Jamaica, with a secluded beach, warm sand, gleaming waters and lush, green mountains as your backdrop. This Jamaica luxury hotel offers an idyllic escape. With 427 guestrooms and suites, each with a private balcony or terrace, five exceptional dining establishments, a championship golf course, and more, this Jamaica luxury resort awaits your arrival. Escape to The Ritz-Carlton, Jamaica today.

equester yourself on a secluded white sand beach, shimmering waters and lush, green mountains rising in the background. Unwind to the rhythmic sounds of Reggae and treat your palate to authentic Caribbean flavors. Glide along rivers in the island’s lush interior or swim with horses in the ocean spray. Whether you want to laze in the sun or seek out adventure, The Ritz-Carlton in Montego Bay is an idyllic escape and Rose Hall Plantation is the jewel in its crown. Located on 5,000 picture-perfect acres in Jamaica’s exclusive Rose Hall, The Ritz-Carlton Golf & Spa Resort, Rose Hall, Jamaica is a Montego Bay resort offering 427 guest rooms and suites, each with a private balcony or terrace; 18-hole championship White Witch Golf Course; Five exceptional dining establishments; Over 25,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and function space; and easy access to luxury shopping at The Shoppes at Rose Hall.

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