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Frenchman's Cove

Port Antonio, Jamaica
Ranked #2 of 18 attractions in Port Antonio
4.5 of 5 stars 63 Reviews
Type: Beaches
Activities: Scuba diving, Sailing, Water-skiing, Wind-surfing, Snorkeling, Dining, Sunbathing, Swimming
Owner description: You've always wanted to enjoy elaborate, fruit-flavored cocktails on a beautiful tropical beach, so here's your chance; this beach offers spectacular...... more » Owner description: You've always wanted to enjoy elaborate, fruit-flavored cocktails on a beautiful tropical beach, so here's your chance; this beach offers spectacular sand, surf and service. « less
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Virginia
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

While on a bird watching tour, March 31-April 6, 2012, we stopped here for a cooling swim after a morning of bird watching. In retrospect, we were sorry we couldn't come back here the next day for a swim and lunch. Instead, we were taken to the Blue Lagoon. Not a good choice. I'm not sure if there are two... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

I was in a midnight summer's dream. The river meets the sea making the sea water not as salty as one would expect. I never went into the sea, I spent my entire time there swimming up stream and floating down stream on my back. When i got tire, i climb on the swing turn my head to the sky... More

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Windsor CT
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

No cost to guests staying at Frenchman's Cove resort.......restaurant service on the beach. More

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Kingston, Jamaica
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41 reviews 41 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2012

Frenchmans Cove lives up to its reputation as one of the nices beaches in Jamaica. It's off the ususal tourist route which adds to its appeal. There is a lovely cool river which meanders around the rear/side of the beach while the restaurant and restrooms are useful facilities. Don't pass this little treasure if you're in the Port Antonio vicinity. More

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Ames, Iowa
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2012

Out of the four beaches we visited in Port Antonio, Frenchman's Cove is by far the best. The last time we were here was eight years ago, and they actually charged you at the front gate. This time, no entrance fee. You just have to pay a couple of hundred Jamaican dollars (about 2 bucks) if you want to have... More

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Copenhagen, Denmark
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2012

Private beach with access paid or if you stay at the hotel there (a bit run down and old fashioned) or San San opposite side of the road. Nice beach, not so much swimming area with biggish waves. Service on the beach but in February it gets too cold to stay after 5pm since surrounding cliffs hide the sun. Can... More

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Ashland, VA
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2012

I was expecting more. The frozen cocktails were good and free beach wifi was nice. But nearby Winnifred beach where the locals hang out was a better beach and way, way cooler. More

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Durham
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2012

I'm not totally sure what I like the most about this beach but for some reason, I just love to come back here. At Frenchman's Cove, you can literally just be a beach bum. Staff cater to you so well and you don't get hassled here like at beaches in Montego Bay or Ocho Rios. It's just the ultimate relaxing... More

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Edmonton, Canada
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112 reviews 112 reviews
Reviews in 45 cities Reviews in 45 cities
181 helpful votes 181 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2012

Great day at Frenchman's Cove as we were first of only a few beach lovers this day. We swam in the river and bay - enjoyed a burger beachside. This beach the best in the Port Antonio area, 5 US to get in. No higgles, clean modern facilities. More

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La Coruna, Spain
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 25, 2012

everything.the beach with the fine sand.the waves are a bit high but the surrounding areas around the beach is paradise on earth More

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