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Rose Hall, Montego Bay, Jamaica
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2013
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  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
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    4.5 of 5 stars
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Atlanta, Georgia
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“A wonderful spot.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2013

My husband and I travelled to Montego Bay Jamaica on January 24-28, 2013, to attend the
Jamaica Jazz and Blues festival. This was my first time in Jamaica, so I wanted to get the most out of our vacation. We stayed at the Half Moon, resort, It was breath taking from the moment we came through the gates, this is a private resort, where the performing stars like Dionne Warrick, John Legend, Michael Bolton, Mary J. Blige, and other stayed during our time there. The staff was very attentive, they made sure our lug gages was delivered to our room while we checked in.

There is about 400 acres, with a golf course, a shopping area, walking area, workout area, a commissary, play area for the kids, the resort has a beautiful spa and I took advantage of the spar treatment, my first spa, it was wonderful. (Sea salt exfoliation) The staff was amazing, we had a problem with the shower in our room, we reported it to the management,( M.s Paula A. Lilly, the Front of House Manager) not only did management move us to another cottage, this cottage was an upgrade from the one we had. Our bill was credited 400.00 for the inconvenience, also the management made sure there was someone to move us to our new cottage. At the new cottage there was a private pool, with a private balcony, our cottage overlook the ocean also it was absolutely gorgeous.

The staff was there for everything we needed, they made sure we were happy with the change, and ask if they could do more. I highly recommend this resorts if you ever go to Montego Bay Jamaica

I would like to thank the staff, Ms. Paula A. Lilly, Front office Management for making sure our stay was memorable, and our complaints was heard and taking care of and for Jovial, the front desk staff, he was very professional and very accommodating made sure all our questions was answered in a reasonable about of time.

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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HalfMoonARockResort, Manager at Half Moon, A RockResort, responded to this review
April 2, 2013
Dear Valued Guest,

Thank you for sharing the lovely comments regarding your stay at Half Moon, A RockResort. It is a pleasure receiving positive feedback on the resort and its offerings including members our dedicated team. Our ultimate goal is always to create an experience of a lifetime for you our valued guests.

Again, thank you for visiting Half Moon and taking the time to share your experience on TripAdvisor. We look forward to the pleasure of welcoming you back “home” very soon.

Best regards,


The Half Moon Team
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Paris, France
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“Wonderful vacation”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 9, 2013

My husband and I just got back from a 7 nights stay here. Beautiful property with almost every amenity that one would desire for a vacation. You really do not need to leave the property... An almost perfect experience. The room service was spot-on with a great selection and variety of food, not to mention just great service... The restaurants' food and service (not Michelin star quality) were mediocre to good...We had a wonderful peaceful vacation and will be back very soon...

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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HalfMoonARockResort, Manager at Half Moon, A RockResort, responded to this review
February 25, 2013
Dear Valued Guest,

It is always a pleasure receiving feedback from our valued clients. We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share such lovely comments on TripAdvisor.

Thank you for choosing Half Moon, A RockResort; we are happy your expectations were exceeded, with the exception of your restaurants dining experience, we do appreciate your candid feedback. We look forward to the pleasure of welcoming you back ‘home’ soon.

Best regards,

The Half Moon Team
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37 reviews 37 reviews
21 hotel reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
44 helpful votes 44 helpful votes
“Fabulous return visit to Half Moon”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 7, 2013

My wife and I stayed at Half Moon with our 2-year-old twin girls last year, and we decided to come this year on our own for 4 nights to have some alone time. The return exceeded our expectations, which we didn't think was possible! Many of the staff remembered us, and gave us hugs and asked about our girls. I guess the twins were memorable as they were tearing up the place last time! I'm sure we were in the computer system as return guests, because we were always greeted by name at the restaurants and everyone would say "welcome back" or "welcome home", and we were truly treated like VIP's. Best of all, we reserved a Jr Suite in the West Cottages section, and we were upgraded to a gigantic Royal Suite. We were stunned. Some of the Royal Suites are only slightly larger than a Jr Suite, but this was one of the largest units, truly gorgeous, and right on the beach. The West Cottages is our favorite section of Half Moon, it has the old-world charm and elegance, and every unit is just steps from the gorgeous beach. The Hibiscus Suites are lovely too, but the beach and water can be kind of rocky. If you are party people, the Hibiscus Suites near the main pool is a good option, but we love the peace and quiet. The very helpful reservation agents are great at steering you to the best rooms for your preference.
We have been to many islands in the Caribbean over the years, but we will continue to return to Half Moon whenever we can (we will bring the twins next time, we missed them too much!). In most places, you are doing pretty well if the food is slightly better than edible, but the food at Half Moon is truly first-class. Not cheap by any means, but it is a worthy splurge. We thought the Italian Restaurant (Il Giardino) was a bit better last time, we had one mediocre meal and one very good meal this time. The Sugar Mill might be slightly over-rated, but the food is quite good. We ended up enjoying the main restaurant, Seagrape Terrace, the best because it has a gorgeous view on the beach and the food is excellent. One of the nicest spots I can think of to enjoy a meal (the Sugar Mill has no view to speak of).
Virtually everyone on the staff was fabulous, and it makes it so much more enjoyable when the staff takes genuine pride in their work. As I mentioned in my first review last year, my wife and I can't think of a single reason to go to another resort in Jamaica, it will be Half Moon every time we can go!

Room Tip: West Cottages for the most beautiful beach, and peace and quiet. Oleander Terrace and Royal Villas f...
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  • Stayed February 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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HalfMoonARockResort, Manager at Half Moon, A RockResort, responded to this review
March 19, 2013
Dear Valued Guest,

It was certainly a pleasure serving you again, we thank you for taking the time to write such lovely note about another enjoyable Half Moon, A RockResort experience. Our ultimate goal is always to create an Experience of a Lifetime for you our valued guests.

Your feedback is not only important, but it is critical to our continuous improvement; the comments are certainly appreciated.

Again, thank you for sharing your Half Moon experience on TripAdvisor. As always, we look forward to the pleasure of welcoming you to your “home away from home” soon.

Best regards,

The Half Moon Team
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“The queen would be pleased”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 7, 2013

My wife and I took a winter vacation to this deluxe property. This is what one imagines British Empire retreats were like. The rooms in a Hibiscus Suite were huge, well appointed, and steps from a virtually private stretch of beach. Everything was done very well.

Two niggling points. It is a huge property and a little impersonal. Food was very pricy

  • Stayed March 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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HalfMoonARockResort, Manager at Half Moon, A RockResort, responded to this review
April 2, 2013
Dear Valued Guest,

It was a pleasure to have extended the ‘Royal’ treatment to you. We are happy your recent Half Moon, A RockResot experience exceeded your expectations; we thank you for taking the time to share review on tripadvisor.

Again, thank you for choosing Half Moon, we look forward to the pleasure of welcoming you back home soon.

Best regards,

The Half Moon Team
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Woking, England, United Kingdom
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Absolutely Fantastic”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 7, 2013

This resort was everything I hoped it would be, the staff were helpful and friendly and the rooms were beautiful and well set out. I had a Hibiscus Suite right on the beach which was wonderful for my 3 year old son. The best thing about this resort however was the food, every meal was lovely and there was plenty of choice, I will definately be returning soon.

Room Tip: This resort is very spread out and the best spot are the Hibiscus Suites as they are right on the be...
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  • Stayed January 2013, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Also Known As:
Half Moon, a Rock Hotel Montego Bay
Half Moon, a Rock Hotel
Half Moon Resort
Half Moon Jamaica
Half Moon Resort Jamaica
Half Moon Bay Jamaica
Address: Rose Hall, Montego Bay, Jamaica
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Region: Caribbean > Jamaica > Montego Bay
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Center Fitness Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kids Activities Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#4 Luxury Hotels in Montego Bay
#4 Top resorts Hotels in Montego Bay
#4 On the Beach Hotels in Montego Bay
#5 Family Hotels in Montego Bay
#9 Romantic Hotels in Montego Bay
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:4.5 star (4.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Nestled on a two-mile, crescent-shaped beach on Jamaica’s northern coast, Half Moon, A RockResort, is truly paradise found. This spectacular, 400-acre luxury resort features pristine, whitewashed cottages surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens and the sparkling Caribbean Sea beyond.Expertly combining Old World charm and elegant modern touches, Half Moon offers 197 guest rooms and suites, and 33 private four- to seven-bedroom villas. Its world-class amenities include the renowned Fern Tree Spa, an 18-hole signature golf course, a Dolphin Lagoon, fitness centre, equestrian centre and more. With its spectacular seaside location, rich Caribbean heritage, warm and attentive staff and exceptional array of amenities, it’s no wonder that this iconic Jamaican destination has set the standard for luxury Caribbean resorts for more than 50 years. ... more   less 
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