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Half Moon

5.0 star property
Beachfront resort near Jamaica Beaches

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Half Moon

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3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Business center
Junior Suite | View from room
Coffee/tea maker
Yoga

Overview of Half Moon

Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • PoolPoolPool
  • On private beachOn private beachOn private beach
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

Explore the area

Rosehall Main Road, Montego Bay, Saint James
  • Popular LocationHalf Moon Bay Equestrian Centre3 min walk
  • Popular LocationThree Palms Ocean Course2 min drive
  • Popular LocationHalf Moon Golf Course2 min drive
  • AirportMontego Bay (MBJ-Sir Donald Sangster Intl.)12 min drive

Room options

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

  • 2000 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 King Beds, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

  • 2000 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 King Beds, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Estate)

  • 2192 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Suite, 4 Bedrooms (Estate Ocean)

  • 3140 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 King Beds and 1 Double Bed

Room (Eclipse)

  • 404 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Room (Estate)

  • 474 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite (Estate)

  • 1718 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room (Great House Ocean)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Great House)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Suite (Great House Ocean)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Prestige)

  • 650 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite (Prestige)

  • 815 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Ocean View

  • 485 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

  • 2500 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 King Beds and 3 Double Beds OR 6 King Beds

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

  • 2500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 6 King Beds OR 12 Twin Beds

Junior Suite

  • 420 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Suite

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

  • 2500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 7 King Beds OR 5 King Beds and 4 Twin Beds

Room, Garden View (Resort)

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Suite (Pool)

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Montego Bay

On the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of this Montego Bay resort, you'll find Jamaica Beaches and Half Moon Bay Equestrian Centre. Three Palms Ocean Course and Half Moon Golf Course are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Half Moon Bay Equestrian Centre - 3 min walk
  • Half Moon Golf Course - 2 min drive
  • Montego Bay Convention Centre - 3 min drive
  • Blue Diamond Shopping Centre - 4 min drive
  • Rose Hall Great House - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Sir Donald Sangster Intl. Airport (MBJ) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lobby Bar - 10 min walk
  • Urban Heat by FlavorZ - 3 min drive
  • The Jerk Hut - 12 min walk
  • Barefoot Bar - 10 min walk
  • Scotchies Jerk Centre - 17 min walk

About this property

Half Moon

Beachfront resort near Jamaica Beaches
Step outside to feel the sun on your face and the sand in your toes on the white sand beach. For a free ride to the surf and sand, catch the resort's complimentary beach shuttle. Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. Summer fun is a breeze at Half Moon, where you can play a round of golf at the golf course, cool off in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools, and enjoy a treatment at the full-service spa.

There are 4 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 4 bars/lounges, a beach bar, and a poolside bar. This Colonial resort also offers a children's club, a children's pool, and outdoor tennis courts.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Montego Bay resort.

  • 180 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 dining venues
  • 4 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1954
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar on the beach
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
Half Moon offers 180 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks, laptop-compatible safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Fern Tree Spa has 15 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and sports massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a spa tub, and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • DVD player
  • Free crib
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 10:30 PM on request
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM–10:30 AM for a fee: USD 46.25 for adults and USD 23.12 for children
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 11 outdoor tennis courts
  • 2 spa tubs
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Art gallery
  • Basketball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf course
  • Golf driving range
  • Health club
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Mini golf
  • Piano
  • Pilates classes
  • Playground
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping mall
  • Snorkeling
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball
  • Windsurfing
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Patio

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Half Moon

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 85.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 175.00
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 87.50 (from 2 to 12 years old)
  • Resort fee: 10 percent of room rate
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Business center/computer access
  • Concierge service
  • Faxes
  • Fitness center access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Internet access
  • Newspaper
  • Parking
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Self parking
  • Shuttle service
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 46.25 for adults and USD 23.12 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per person (roundtrip)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 15 (roundtrip), (from 3 to 12 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 85.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Half Moon
Half Moon Hotel
Half Moon Hotel Montego Bay
Half Moon Montego Bay
Moon Half
Half Moon Jamaica
Half Moon, a Rock Hotel Montego Bay
Half Moon Resort Jamaica
Half Moon Bay Jamaica
Half Moon a Rock Hotel Montego Bay
Half Moon Resort Montego Bay
Half Moon Resort
a Rock Hotel Montego Bay
Half Moon Rose Hall
Half Moon Jamaica
Half Moon Resort Jamaica
Half Moon Bay Jamaica
Half Moon Resort
Half Moon Montego Bay
Half Moon Resort Montego Bay

Frequently asked questions

How close is Half Moon to the airport?

Half Moon is 5.5 mi (12-min drive) away from the Sir Donald Sangster Intl. Airport (MBJ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Half Moon?

As of Apr 16, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Half Moon on Apr 29, 2024 start from $451.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Half Moon have an airport shuttle?

Half Moon offers an airport shuttle from 6 AM to 10:30 PM, on request, for a charge of USD 25. per person, roundtrip.

How close is Half Moon to the beach?

This resort is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Half Moon offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Half Moon, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 46.25 for adults and USD 23.12 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Half Moon?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at Half Moon?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Half Moon?

Free parking is not available at this resort.

Does Half Moon have a pool?

Half Moon features 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Half Moon have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 4 restaurants on site.

Does Half Moon have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Fern Tree Spa, where you can enjoy facials, body treatments, and detox wraps.

How close is Half Moon to downtown Montego Bay?

Half Moon is 5.8 mi away from Montego Bay.

Half Moon Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 442 out of 573 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 92 out of 573 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 573 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 573 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 573 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Camoi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facility was immaculately kept. The food options were excellent. We enjoyed the fine dining at the Italian restaurant.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toussaint, St Catherine

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is amazing. Our room was right in front the ocean. Love the staff. Everyone was friendly. The room was excellent and clean. The staff was friendly. Shout out to Stacy Ann at the front desk and O Brian our bell man was super friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Therese, Washington

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff excellent, welcoming and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Caribbean hotel. Relaxing atmosphere with stunning views of the turquoise water. Hop on bikes available to get around which are fantastic! Winston and the tennis team were incredible. Very friendly and welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dae-Anna Safai

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Garnett

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Njeck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The best resort . Best customer service in earth . Fritzgerald was the best .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023