Jewel Runaway Bay Beach Resort & Waterpark
58 Main Street North Coast Hwy, Runaway Bay Jamaica
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Surrounded by acres of lush landscaping, pristine beaches and crystal-clear waters the all-inclusive “all-ages” Jewel Runaway Bay Beach Resort & Waterpark offers exceptional entertainment, including Jewel Lagoon Waterpark and amenities geared toward adults and children alike. Whether taking your adventures under water or staying on the shore, you’ll find endless ways to make your getaway a truly memorable experience.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free internet
Pool
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Free breakfast
Beach
Diving
Babysitting
Parking
Wifi
Hot tub
Lazy river
Infinity pool
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Swimup bar
Poolside bar
Game room
Golf course
Tennis court
Water park
Entertainment staff
Evening entertainment
Table tennis
Nightclub / DJ
Indoor play area for children
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Kids club
Free airport transportation
Free shuttle or taxi services
Airport transportation
Shuttle bus service
Business Center with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Spa
Couples massage
Facial treatments
Baggage storage
Concierge
Gift shop
Non-smoking hotel
Sun umbrellas
ATM on site
Butler service
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
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Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Private balcony
Room service
Safe
Minibar
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Iron
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Ocean view
Non-smoking rooms
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Family rooms
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Bay View
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63Somewhat walkable
Grade: 63 out of 100
24Restaurantswithin 5 miles
6Attractionswithin 5 miles
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58 Main Street North Coast Hwy, Runaway Bay Jamaica
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You will bond with the staff and the food is delicious. Egg boy was the best; knew about the places we lived and made breakfast fun and enjoyable. The shows were fun too and the water park was a blast.
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Date of stay: July 2022
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We stayed at the Jewel from December 23-30 2019, and found ourselves asking “Really?” After doing extensive research, my wife had determined that based on reading many articles and reviews, the Jewel was going to be a sparkling gem, when in fact we felt as though it was a diamond in the rough. I have a few pros and cons that I will list, and hopefully it helps any would be readers Pros- 1. The Beach. The beach was incredible, the sand was very fine, and spacious enough that you never felt crowded. The ocean was shallow well past the roped off swimming area. The water was crystal clear and full of many different kinds of fish that swim around the large rocks at the edge of the swimming area. Tip- Bring bread into the water to feed the fish, they will surround you and come right to the surface! 2. The Staff. While most of the staff were friendly enough, there were a handful of staff that went above and beyond. The housekeeper Shandae was a lovely sweet girl who did beautiful towel art. The Lifeguards Cleon (Infinity pool), Iron Man (Main pool), and Ralph (Infinity pool) were awesome, we spent lots of time talking and getting to know the guys that were there keeping us safe! Finally, Michael the Bartender... please make an effort to seek him out and say hi, he is such a nice young man. He spent countless hours at the swim up bar talking to our 3 kids, playing catch from behind the bar, and serving us endless exceptional drinks! He truly made our vacation! BIG UP MICHAEL!! 3. The food. The food overall was decent. The Moonstone grill was very good, serving Burgers, Wings, Wraps, and a variety of different grilled sausage. The Coral Cafe buffet was fairly repetitive, albeit tasty. There was an International section, Jamaican section, fresh fruits and smoothies, breads/bagels/English muffins/croissants,cold meats and cheeses, eggs to order (Make sure to chat with egg boy, he is very knowledgeable), omelet bar, pasta bar, stir fry bar, salad bar,and desert/coffee/mimosa station There are 5 a la carte restaurants, Jade Samurai Teppanyaki/ Golden Sabre Sushi- I can only speak to the Jade Samurai, as it was the only one we ate at. It’s the only restaurant that requires reservations, make sure to book them early as it books up very quickly, that being said the food and service are excellent! Moonstone (Italian) Platinum (Caribbean) …
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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I know its been a while since we went there Jan 2020 but i was looking at reviews on other places and was like i should review Jewel. The bus drive was lengthy but you cant fault the resort in that way. The resort was spacious and had plenty to offer with play rooms and food options. The one night the buffet was done in the court yard which was different but interesting. I did enjoy the hibachi restaurant which i ended up doing twice but i had never gone before so it could skew my experience. Again you are in the caribean and these experiences you shouldnt compare to the ones you would usually get back home if you want some grand experience go to Vegas or something. The pools were nice, the larger deeper pool felt colder than the one overlooking the beach. The waterpark looked fun but didnt enjoy as much since my daughter was still quite young and weary of things. The staff seemed quite friendly all around and i couldnt say they were rude ever (remember if your rude or have some expections of acting superior youll get a ruder response treat everyone with respect and dont look for a fight just cuz) I enjoyed this trip alot and for a first time in Jamaica I was a great experience.…
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Date of stay: August 2021
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Was not impressed with the phone not working in are rooms. In case of an emergency, i guess i had to just scream. Room keys had to be reset every day. Small resort so not to far to walk to the lobby but very frustrating. Food options for gluten free were the pits! It is 2022 you need more options for people with food allergies. Every restaurant and bar was always out of stock of an item that was on the menu. Piss poor inventory on all the restaurants and bars. The pizza is delicious! Will recommend the pizza. Entertainment was fair but i have seen a lot better. The live band on Saturday night was good the rest of the nights would only get a 4/10. The resort is small in size so that is a plus if you want some quiet relaxing time. I will give the resort a 9/10 for the tranquility, the grounds were gorgeous. The resort is not loud, so we appreciated that too. Will i come back? Most likely not. Will pay a little more for better food options and drink options and better entertainment.…
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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I traveled to Jamaica with my best friend. We stayed at the Jewel for 14 nights from 22nd Dec 21 - 5th Jan 22. So lets start with the highlights of our stay. The staff at this hotel are lovely. They are kind and very helpful. The room was spacious and cleaned daily. Fresh towels were provided on a daily basis. There are choices of restaurants to dine at during your stay and there is a great little place on the beach that does jerk pork at chicken at lunch time. There is also a Grill bar which offers cheeseburgers, fries, wraps, salads and nachos. This is open till 2am in the morning. On the beech you are provided with Kayaks, body boards, pedalos and free glass bottom boat trips and other trips. These are all included with your all inclusive package. There are great shows at night, but due to Covid19 the nightclub was closed. There is a great spot on the beach where you can get smoothies made with fresh fruit. These were very tasty. The bar offers all of your expected brands of spirits and a great choice of cocktails. The hotel has lots of hand sanitizers and they are doing a great job at keeping their guests safe. The gym is located down by the beach and is open 24/7. There are tennis courts which are also open 24/7. There is a little gift shop onsite and you can play pool or ping pong. There is also a water slide and lots of little hidden jacuzzies dotted about the complex. There is a lovely coffee shop on site which offers lots of varieties of coffees and they are all wonderful quality and again part of your all inclusive package. Downsides: The beach is man made and the sand is not white like most beaches I have been to in the Caribbean. The sea is cornered off so the water only comes up to your chest. Not great if you like to swim. The breakfast buffet was disgusting and needs attention. We had to live on eggs on toast as the bacon was cold and burned and all other foods on offer were of a poor quality. The staff at breakfast are attentive when you first arrive, but this only lasts if you continuously tip. I have a rule that I only tip on the 2nd week, this gives me time to establish the quality of the persons service before making tips. I think if they can sort out the breakfast then this hotel is pretty much perfect. The grounds are maintained beautifully and the staff are lovely. I would not hesitate to go back to this hotel and would recommend it to friends. The Asian restaurant, Jamaican restaurant, Italian restaurant are all worth a visit. There are lots of choices of foods throughout the day and plenty of spaces to book into them. There are always lots of sun beds available and two main pools which always have space to sit by. They both have swim up pool bars and the staff are great. This hotel will not let you down. Don't take any notice of the moaning minis that write poor reviews about this hotel because they are wrong. My only piece of advice for the hotel would be to offer a full English breakfast option and ensure this is kept hot. But that's simply a personal preference and you as a guest may enjoy the foods on offer at breakfast time. So if you have booked your stay here, get on that plane and enjoy it. I had two weeks of pure relaxation and bliss. Thank you for reading this review and if you have any questions simply ask.…
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Date of stay: December 2021
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This resort is truly a hidden gem of Runaway Bay. The layout of the resort was awesome. The food at each and every restaurant and snack bar was excellent. The hotel has a very good assortment of premium liquor collection. The hotel staff was amazing...everyone we came in contact with was so nice and courteous. Housekeeping and room service was just a phone call away. Shout out to Concierge Melissa, Bellman Rayvaugh, TJ, Kerisha at Surfside Bar, and funny man Blackie Chan. We will definitely be back...Thanks!!!
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Date of stay: July 2021Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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My stay was great, the food was great, the grounds and ambiance was perfect, not to mention their nightly entertainment. Special thanks to the staff, especially Priscilla from concierge and Kerisha at the bar my stay was great. I'm looking to another there again soon.
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Date of stay: February 2021Trip type: Traveled solo
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We have had a sum "accidentally " withdrawn from our credit card and even after several emails with two managers, the money is yet to be refunded, and to date my last email was not responded to by either.
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Traveled with family
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Went February 2020 as a HS Graduation celebration for my daughter and my 50th Birthday!! Went with a bunch of friends and had an awesome time! The Breakfast buffet was by far the best meal of the day. Filled with Everything imaginable! There is a smoothie station that has the freshest fruit and delicious smoothies. A great way to start your morning. The servers were always accommodating to refill coffee, water juice and did it with a smile. They work so hard and really make a positive impact on our stay There are other restaurants on the property, but the buffet was filled with options, ad the view is spectacular. You can sit and look at that gorgeous aqua water while enjoying your meal. The room was nice, clean and did the trick. When you stay at a resort you are not spending time in the room, so as long as it has a nice clean area, with a good AC and a view then that good for us! The activities were great and the drinks were even better. They didnt water down drinks and were generous if you asked for more RUM or alcohol! The massage spa area was clean and the massage was AMAZING! The worst part was the gym.. Not clean, hard to find windex or paper towels to clean the equipment. Also, no towels to be found. I complained a few times to front desk and nothing changed.. that is my only complaint.. So instead of the treadmill, I ran on the beach! Getting towels for the day was challenging as well Overall, if you like all inclusive on a gorgeous beach this is for you. Plenty to do, eat and drink!…
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Date of stay: February 2020
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The food provided at Jewels is really amazing, it will have you eating alot. I really love the food at jewels its finger licking good like mouth watering good, like make your taste buds go wild. You should try staying a jewels it will be worth your time.
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Date of stay: September 2020Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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PRICE RANGE
$86 - $106 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
breezes runaway bay resort & golf club hotel runaway bay, breezes runaway bay resort and golf club, breezes runaway bay jamaica, breezes runaway bay hotel
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Breezes Runaway Bay Resort & Golf Club
LOCATION
CaribbeanJamaicaSaint Ann ParishRunaway Bay
NUMBER OF ROOMS
266
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jewel Runaway Bay Beach Resort & Waterpark
Which popular attractions are close to Jewel Runaway Bay Beach Resort & Waterpark?
Nearby attractions include Green Grotto Caves (3.0 miles), Runaway Bay (0.4 miles), and Sharkies Beach (2.0 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Jewel Runaway Bay Beach Resort & Waterpark?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a swimup bar, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Jewel Runaway Bay Beach Resort & Waterpark?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Jewel Runaway Bay Beach Resort & Waterpark?
Guests can enjoy a swimup bar, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant during their stay.
Is parking available at Jewel Runaway Bay Beach Resort & Waterpark?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Jewel Runaway Bay Beach Resort & Waterpark?
Conveniently located restaurants include Milestone Restaurant Sports Bar and Grill, Ultimate Jerk Centre, and Sharkies Seafood Restaurant.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Jewel Runaway Bay Beach Resort & Waterpark?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and a fitness center during their stay.
Does Jewel Runaway Bay Beach Resort & Waterpark have an airport shuttle?
Yes, Jewel Runaway Bay Beach Resort & Waterpark offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Does Jewel Runaway Bay Beach Resort & Waterpark have airport transportation?
Yes, Jewel Runaway Bay Beach Resort & Waterpark offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Jewel Runaway Bay Beach Resort & Waterpark?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Jewel Runaway Bay Beach Resort & Waterpark offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business center, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.