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Zimbali Culinary Retreat

3.0 star property
Family-friendly 3-star B&B with outdoor pool

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Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Double Room Single Use, 2 Bedrooms (Mountain Villa) | Mountain view
Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mountain Suite II) | Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Double Room Single Use, 2 Bedrooms (Mountain Villa) | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

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  • BarBarBar

Check out the area

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Canaan Mountain, Westmoreland, Little London
  • Popular LocationKool Runnings Water Park33 min drive
  • Popular LocationSeven Mile Beach44 min drive
  • Popular LocationHedonism II53 min drive
  • AirportMontego Bay (MBJ-Sir Donald Sangster Intl.)97 min drive

Room options

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Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom (Sweet Blue) | Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom (Sweet Blue)

  • 3293 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mountain Suite II) | Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mountain Suite II)

  • 3293 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room Single Use, 2 Bedrooms (Mountain Villa) | Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Room Single Use, 2 Bedrooms (Mountain Villa)

  • 3993 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Mountain Suite I) | Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Mountain Suite I)

  • 3293 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Cottage (Sweet Love)

  • 2992 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Cottage, 1 Queen Bed (Mountain Cottage) | Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Cottage, 1 Queen Bed (Mountain Cottage)

  • 2992 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Little London

On river.At this Little London B&B, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Jamaica Giants Sculpture Park & Art Gallery and 9 miles (15 km) of Jamaica Beaches. Negril Hills Golf Club and Royal Palm Reserve are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bloody Bay - 31 min drive
  • Kool Runnings Water Park - 33 min drive
  • Seven Mile Beach - 44 min drive
  • Bloody Bay Beach - 47 min drive
  • Hedonism II - 53 min drive

Getting around

  • Sir Donald Sangster Intl. Airport (MBJ) - 93 min drive

About this property

Zimbali Culinary Retreat

Family-friendly 3-star B&B with outdoor pool
Zimbali Culinary Retreat offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the family-friendly Zimbali Culinary Retreat. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Little London bed & breakfast.

  • 1 floor
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 4 buildings
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Zimbali Culinary Retreat offers 7 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Beds feature Tempur-Pedic mattresses. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Little London bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages, and facials.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Baby toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Fenced pool
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Highchair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Musical instrument
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: JMD 1,400 for adults and JMD 1,000 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless 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
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

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 JMD 1400 for adults and JMD 1000 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: JMD 14500 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Pool access is available 24-hours a day.

Property is also known as

Zimbali Retreats B&B Negril
Zimbali Retreats B&B
Zimbali Retreats Negril
Zimbali Retreats B&B Little London
Zimbali Retreats Little London
Zimbali Culinary Retreat B&B Little London
Zimbali Culinary Retreat B&B
Zimbali Culinary Retreat Little London
Zimbali Culinary Retreat Litt
Zimbali Culinary Retreat Little London
Zimbali Culinary Retreat Bed & breakfast
Zimbali Culinary Retreat Bed & breakfast Little London

Frequently asked questions

How close is Zimbali Culinary Retreat to the airport?

Zimbali Culinary Retreat is 38.3 mi (93-min drive) away from the Sir Donald Sangster Intl. Airport (MBJ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Zimbali Culinary Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Zimbali Culinary Retreat offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of JMD 14500 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Zimbali Culinary Retreat to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 15.1 mi (44-min drive) from Seven Mile Beach and 16.1 mi (48-min drive) from Hedonism II. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Zimbali Culinary Retreat offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Zimbali Culinary Retreat, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of JMD 1400 for adults and JMD 1000 for children.

Is there a casino at Zimbali Culinary Retreat?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at Zimbali Culinary Retreat?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Zimbali Culinary Retreat?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does Zimbali Culinary Retreat have a pool?

Zimbali Culinary Retreat features an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy 24-hour pool access.

Does Zimbali Culinary Retreat have a restaurant?

Zimbali Culinary Retreat is home to Zimbali Cooking Studio, which features international cuisine.

Does Zimbali Culinary Retreat have a spa?

This bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa, but it does offer body treatments, facials, and mani/pedis.

How close is Zimbali Culinary Retreat to downtown Little London?

Zimbali Culinary Retreat is 3.8 mi away from Little London.

Zimbali Culinary Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 42 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tranquil Culinary Paradise in the Mountains Great food. Beautiful happy people that seem more like long-term friends. It’s a comfortable peaceful environment encouraging relaxation. We were impressed with the attention to details. The hammock on our room’s porch was my favorite spot. No TVs (WiFi is available) ZIMBALI'S CULINARY RETREAT offers the opportunity to disconnect as much or as little as needed. One of the unexpected benefits was the quality of sleep we experienced—undoubtedly the best in months, as verified by my sleep app. My advice: Don’t miss The Culinary Cooking show. The farm fresh food is authentic. It is delicious. The five course meal is uniquely prepared and presented in a way that pleases all senses. We also gained some valuable knowledge of plant based farm to fork eating and the African drummers added a wonderful rhythm to the whole experience. We are already looking forward to future visits. This one checked all the boxes for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Zimbali is an oasis for peace and calm. We opted to take our infant on his first trip here instead of the original idea of an all-inclusive resort. We made the right decision since we were able to relax and soak in the nature around us. The family who runs the property are warm and welcoming and they engaged with us family-to-family. I would recommend this place to anyone for the food and local beauty.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice stay. We vacationed here for 2 nights to try something different from the constant all inclusives. And it was definitely worth it. Located up it the hills of little London, definitely not an easy drive, but a very rewarding experience. There is wifi available, no TV, a pool and private site/villas for each room. We stayed in the mountain cottage and there was enough space for more than 2 people. Ample closet space and, kitchenette located in room. Patio was large and you are able to pick starfruit from the deck. The true high light of this stay is the 5-course dinner cooking show. Chef Alessia really outdid herself. Breakfast in the morning and lunch in the evening was also great. The food is farm grown and it tastes amazing. They use no added salts or flavors, just natural tastes and it was delicious. She makes it all from scratch. Overall, a really enjoyable stay if you want something more authentic! Would definitely visit again.

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a long overdue review. This was our second time at Zimbali. The first time we went for the cooking show, this time we stayed for three nights. Its hard to put into words the beauty of this place. As someone who is normally go go go, this is just what I needed. Marks daily meals were amazing and the long days just relaxing at the pool were just what we needed to unwind and rejuvenate. I have never slept so good in my life. The sounds of the mountains were a welcome change for the sounds of the city than I am use to. We can't wait to come back in April and introduce this amazing experience to two more friends that will be visiting Jamaica for the first time. See you in April.

10/10 Excellent

Kamala, PEMBROKE PINES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you need to get away and be with nature. Even if you dont stay. You have to book the Zimbali Culinary Show.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing retreat! Not for everyone but is needed by all! Peaceful and Restful! Great healthy fresh food! Loved every moment
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Cherose

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Budget

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aneta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023