I have just returned from attending a wedding at Richmond Hill Inn, Montego Bay. The state of property in some cases understandably reflects its age - approx. 200 years- but any concerns in that regard are more than compensated for by the outstanding service offered by the staff (particularly Miss Gracie, Carmen, Joan, Colin, Sammy and other housekeeping staff), who were not only efficient, by also very gracious in their efficiency, and did all they could to ensure that our stay was pleasant. As to the location, the breathtakingly beautiful panoramic views of the bay, from any vantage point are worth the trip. We stayed in the penthouse suite and the view at night over the bay resembled a million jewels waiting to be strung into one beautiful necklace. Needless to say, I hope to return one day in the not-too-distant future. Thanks to all the good folks at Richmond Hill Inn for a very enjoyable visit.

we stayed in the penthouse which was fantastic. There is a fabulous terrace with comfortable furniture. There are 3 connecting bedrooms, one of which is really a very large studio with a sitting area and full kitchen. This set of rooms was $250 and would sleep 10. The view and swimming pool were wonderful. We spent our first night here before going on to Negril and it was a wonderful welcome to Jamaica.

I accidentally visited the Richmond Hill a few weeks ago. I shan't get into too much detail, but I work for a certain cruiseline and ended up hanging out at the pool bar. As expected, there was a wedding in progress, but it wasn't annoying, ie; drunken fools running amok, etc.

I've been reading the prior reviews of this place, and I suspect they've been written exclusively by low-budget American tourists who haven't been outside the confines of the Lower 48 before..

The Inn is LOVELY, and the aforementioned 'weird' owner is quite gracious and charming. If you check their website, (just Google it for God's sake -- I'm not posting a hyperlink) a double room is $90 (US) off-season and $115 during the winter. From what I experienced there, I'd be glad to pay it. Even in the middle of the day it's idyllic up on the hill -- the breeze, the pool, the RED STRIPES, etc.. Yes, it's slightly funky, but so is the rest of the island. If you're gonna go to Jamaica, don't expect to be pampered -- just be cool and everything'll be fine (hopefully)..

Montego Bay is an absolutely gorgeous place, but it's corrupt beyond belief. It doesn't have one of those "hide the women and children" vibes, but it's pretty intense. Yes.., everybody's hustling, but on the other hand everybody's pretty much starving. Extreme poverty is always around the next corner..

Regardless of whether or not you stay within the loosely defined tourist areas, you WILL be panhandled, offered every drug imaginable, and given grief for "not supporting the locals" if you don't care to purchase overpriced trinkets. However, I have never felt threatened in Montego Bay and I wouldn't consider this a problem -- just a fact of life.

If you stay at the Inn (which I intend to do SOON), hook up with a licensed Juta Tours cab driver. Don't mess around with the shady cats in the white Toyotas, as you'll end up negotiating (read: paying whatever they ask so you can exit the vehicle with all limbs intact).

Be smart and enjoy.., Mo Bay rules!

I stayed at Richmond Hill Inn on October 15th-19th, 2005. This property is small and is in much need of repair. The room furnshings are outdated and the drainage from the bathtub was very slow. One would appreciate this property for dinner overlooking the city, mountains and or Caribbean Sea. If and when I do travel back to Montego Bay, I will stay at another all inclusive property most likely in Negril.