We stayed at the Rose Hall Beach the week of February 23rd to March 2nd. We travelled with two other couples and from the moment we arrived until our departure it was a vacation made in Heaven.
The food was terrific and we had no problems other than the tenderloin at the steakhouse was a little tough, but the rib eye was great. The japanese restaurant was both entertaining and the food not too salty. The cajun reastaurant was our favourite and the roasted steak was devine.
Rooms were very clean and fresh and though the beach was obviously man made it was nice for swimming and there were always chairs available and lots of watercraft around for your use.
The staff was excellent, in particular Delbert at the lobby bar, Sedrick at the pool bar , Kadine, Smiley and Lemonhead of the entertainment staff.
The staff was very friendly yet would also not push you into activities if you said you did not want to participate.
If you get a chance try the coconut chicken at the buffett.
We also made a day trip to Dunn`s River Falls é Ocho Rios and were lucky to have Raymond One Love as our tour guide. I strongly recommend him: very knowledgeable, friendly and proud of his Jamaican heritage. Here is his contact information; 1-876-887-1406 or email Bluebird1_2@hotmail.com
All in all it was a wonderful week, would go back in a heartbeat, already started saving for next year.

Stayed here the last week in January. Went with my husband and parents. Was one of the best places I have stayed at and I do a lot of island hopping.Food was great! Drinks were as strong as you wanted them. The staff there are top notch. The entertainment team was amazing! Our rooms were very comfortable. No matter what room you get, they are all good views of the ocean.
Another bonus is there is a reef out front of the hotel that is pretty shallow. Go snorkelling with a bagel or two and you will have tons of fish surrounding you. Try not to step on the reef though. Saw people standing on it and thought that was ignorant. Beach is beautiful and no shortage of chairs or shade. Can't say enough good things about this place. Definetly will be back.

We were booked at grand Bahia principe in Runaway Bay but they were overbooked. They put us all here (there were 9 couples in our group) and at first we were a little concerned. It was a much smaller property. We had a great time. The food was excellent! The entertainment group was fantastic! Maria aka lava girl had so much energy!!! Cadine, lemon head, thunder and lightening all made sure to include us in everything. They even took time to show us same cool dances at the beach party! This was our 3rd trip to Jamaica, we've stayed at a sandals resort the other times. I have to say Iberostar has better food and a nicer beach for less money! We will definitely go back!

This stay @ Rose Hall Beach exceeded our expectations. The resort was excellent. The help was very helpful....and friendly. Food was better than expected, with the Japanese restaurant rating the fav. We did one all day excursion that included river tubing and climbing Dunn's River Falls...and it was great. Perhaps the thing we appreciated most about Jamaica......was no begging or high pressure sales folks in your face. Even on the excursion, we went through shopping areas with local merchants, and no one chased us or badgered us....like in Mexico. Refreshing. We toured the Suites next door....and may consider upgrading for next visit....not due to the rooms, but more restaurants and amenities. Beach is best @ the Beach Resort, however. We will go back!