Picolo recommends · Hotel in Montego Bay, Jamaica
Half Moon
A sprawling estate on the coast east of Montego Bay, where you can swap the pool for a horse ride on the beach before breakfast.
Half Moon spreads over a large stretch of coast east of Montego Bay. There is a beach of its own, pools all over the grounds, golf, tennis, a spa and stables, and you choose between rooms, suites and villas with their own pool and staff.
The scale is the point. Even when the resort is full, there is room to find a quiet lounger, and bikes are the easiest way to get from your room to the beach and back.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose Half Moon
We chose Half Moon as our luxury pick in Jamaica, and because it is one of the few top resorts on the island that welcomes families as well as couples. You get space, choice and an airport close by.
It is a resort, not a window on Jamaican life, and you may not leave the grounds much. The villas are the real treat but cost accordingly, while the standard rooms feel less special.
What you get
- Private beach
- Bikes to get around the estate
- Spa
- Suits families as well as couples
- Villas with their own pool and staff
A day at Half Moon
- Morning
- A horse ride along the sand while it is still cool.
- Midday
- A round of golf or a tennis match before the heat.
- Afternoon
- An afternoon at the beach or one of the many pools.
- Evening
- Dinner on the grounds, with a short ride home by bike.
Location
Rose Hall, Montego Bay, Jamaica
Open in MapsQuestions about Half Moon
Is Half Moon good for families?
Yes. Unlike many top resorts in Jamaica, Half Moon welcomes children, and the estate has plenty of space, a beach and activities to keep all ages busy.
How far is Half Moon from Montego Bay airport?
It is a short drive east of the airport in Montego Bay, which makes it one of the easiest top resorts to reach after a long flight.
Does Half Moon have villas?
Yes. As well as rooms and suites, there are villas with their own pool and staff, a good choice for groups or a special trip.
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Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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