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Half Moon, A RockResort: Traveler Reviews

4.5 of 5
Rose Hall, Montego Bay, Jamaica
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Rating summary
  • 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
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Midland, Canada
1 review
“Excellent !”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 18, 2013

We have just returned from a 1 week golf vacation at Half Moon and loved every minute of it. We had a lovely cottage on the beach. When not golfing, swimming, or eating we sat on our porch and enjoyed the views of the beach. The golf was awesome. We played 5 rounds on 3 different courses, all excellent. A caddy is assigned for each round. We found Michael to be an excellent caddy at the Half Moon course. You can ask for him. Unlike most resort golf, there was no waiting between shots - a round took 3 1/2 hours maximum. The staff made the experience care free and convenient. The food was excellent with lots of restaurants to choose from. The staff were all friendly and very helpful. Alicia was particularly helpful with our accommodation and a few other extras. Thank you Alicia! We will make every attempt to return next year.

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  • Stayed February 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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Woburn, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“World Class”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 17, 2013

We have just returned from two weeks in paradise at the Half Moon. This was our second visit after three years and we were amazed at how many staff remembered us from our first stay. The resort is truly five star with five star customer service. The pools are beautiful as is the soft white sand beach. For the first week we stayed in a delightful cottage suite but as this had an interconnecting door we explained our concerns to Paula A. Lilly, Front of House Manager who immediately upgraded us to an Impereial Suite which can only be described as stunning. Elijah Duhaney, Bar Manager runs an exceptional bar on the beach. Carswell, Willis, Brent and the rest of Elijah's team were fabulous company and ensured we were satisfied at all times and made us feel very special. We received fantastic service in the Seagrape Restaurant each evening where nothing was too much trouble. It was a superb holiday and we look forward to visiting the Half Moon again next year.

  • Stayed February 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 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
February 25, 2013
Dear Valued Guests,

Thank you for sharing your recent experience at Half Moon, A RockResort on tripadvisor. It was a pleasure serving you again as our treasured guests.

We are happy our team created an experience of a lifetime for you; and you thoroughly enjoyed Half Moon and our five star hospitality and service.

We thank you for the complimentary comments towards our dedicated team particularly the team members mentioned; your comments were shared with them. Our goal is to exceed our valued guests' expectations at every opportunity.

Again thank you for choosing Half Moon, we look forward to welcoming your back 'home' in the not too distant future,

Best regards,


The Half Moon Team
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
“A good hotel.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 15, 2013

This hotel is good- the villas are nice, the resort is big and nice. The restaurants are good, very outstanding property, The room service was very nice, the spas nice. Overall- nothing special, not too much to write about.

  • Stayed March 2012, traveled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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HalfMoonARockResort, Manager at Half Moon, A RockResort, responded to this review
February 25, 2013
Dear Valued Guests,

We thank you for taking the time to share your recent Half Moon, A RockResort on tripadvisor.

Thank you for choosing Half Moon. We are delighted you enjoyed the resort and its offerings. We truly look forward to another opportunity to serve you.

Best regards,

The Half Moon Team
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Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“The best golfing holiday ever”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 15, 2013

We arrived to find the most gorgeous room overlooking the beach. Sadly there was an interconnecting door and next door was a young couple with a baby and small child who kept us awake much of the night. The following day Undia and her staff bent over backwards to sort out the problem. They upgraded us to an amazing cottage on the beach. Alfor and Ernest two of the Bell boys, treated us like royalty. The head chef, Stephen from Middlesbrough, produced fantastic food. Their Jamaican specialities were particularly good. Other notable staff were Ricardo, Christopher Golding, Andrew Jones and Renato (who had attitude and was very funny but efficient). There were two stars at the sugar mill. Dwain and Newton. Best of all were our two caddies for the two weeks, Weatburn and Desmond under the supervision of head golfer Stephen. Even if you potted the ball from twenty yards, Westburn was not satisfied. "Oh no, Man, should have been softer. Too hard, Man. You was lucky man." Having said this all the staff were helpful and often amusing. The old Rasta singers in the two restaurants were stars, as was the 93 year old pianist. Much better than the usual piped hotel music. When we lived in Jamaica in the 70's we were always on edge about security. I felt secure and happy the whole time. The holiday was made perfect by our wonderful friends, but even had we been alone we would still have had an amazing time. Great holiday. Expensive but worth every cent.

  • Stayed February 2013, traveled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 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
February 25, 2013
Dear Valued Guests,

We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share the lovely comments regarding your stay at Half Moon, A RockResort; it was a pleasure serving you as our treasured guests.

We are happy your experience was all you anticipated and you thoroughly enjoyed your accommodation and activities including your Golfing experience. Our ultimate goal is always to create an experience of a lifetime for you our valued guest. A big thank you for the beautiful comments toward our dedicated team– the staff members are truly the ones who learn the idiosyncrasies of our clients and make each visit special.

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 “home” very soon.

Best regards,

The Half Moon Team
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Columbus, Georgia
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Outstanding”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2013

This was my first trip to the half moon bay. We loved the old world feel. This resort offers anything you could want. I can't say enough about the fabulous staff and service. Half moon was highly recommended and did not disappoint. In fact, it exceeded all expectations. The only bad thing was having to leave. I will be back soon.

  • 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
April 2, 2013
Dear Valued Guest,

It was certainly a pleasure serving you as our treasured guests. Thank you for your review of the property, we are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay with us and look forward to welcome you back on your next visit to Jamaica.

Thank you for staying at Half Moon, A RockRserot; we try to provide the best possible service to our customers and their satisfaction is our reward.

Best regards,

The Half Moon Team
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Additional Information about Half Moon, A RockResort

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 Top resorts Hotels in Montego Bay
#4 Luxury 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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