… private beach in the parish of Hanover only 8 miles away from Montego Bay on the north coast of Jamaica.
Jamaica is an island in the Greater Antilles and is located 150 kilometres south of Cuba and 160 kilometres west of Haiti. Jamaica is the largest of the West Indian islands. It has an area of 11,424 square kilometers, and is 243 kilometers long. Jamaica is a lush tropical island in the heart of the Caribbean. The most striking physical feature of Jamaica is its mountainous nature. Nearly half the island is over 300 metres above sea level. Kingston is the capital and the largest city of Jamaica and the country's chief port, it has one of the finestJamaica is an island in the Greater Antilles and is located 150 kilometres south of Cuba and 160 kilometres west of Haiti. Jamaica is the largest of the West Indian islands. It has an area of 11,424 square kilometers, and is 243 kilometers long. Jamaica is a lush tropical island in the heart of the Caribbean. The most striking physical feature of Jamaica is its mountainous nature. Nearly half the island is over 300 metres above sea level. Kingston is the capital and the largest city of Jamaica and the country's chief port, it has one of the finest harbors in the West Indies and exports sugar, rum, molasses, and bananas.
Montego Bay is Jamaica's second city in size and importance, but it is the island's tourism capital.
The Round Hill Hotel and Villas is located on a 100-acre peninsula, a former sugar, pineapple and coconuts plantation. Round Hill features graceful colonial architecture framed by tropical gardens and palms down to their own glistening beach. William Ballard designed the original architecture with the decor by Guy Roop. Round Hill became the first resort of its kind in the Caribbean. Round Hill has been the perfect getaway for celebrities and socialites since it first opened its doors back in 1953. The list is endless but a few familiar faces that have stayed at Round Hill past and present were: Clark Gable, Grace Kelly, Rock Hudson, Cole Porter, John F. and Jacqueline Kennedy, Joanne Woodward and Paul Newman, Alfred Hitchcock, Steven Spielberg, Harrison Ford and Melisa Manchester, Paul and Linda McCartney, Bruce Willis and Demi Moore, Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell.
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Guestrooms & Suites : The Pineapple House comprises of 36 ocean front hotel rooms, overlooking the Caribbean Sea. All Pineapple House rooms have large louvered windows which fold back to take full advantage of the view. There are king-sized beds in 20 rooms and the remainder have twin-size beds. All guestrooms are equipped with air conditioning, international direct dial telephone, small coffee machine for complimentary Blue Mountain Coffee and tea, refrigerator and iron with ironing board and private bathroom with bathtub and shower, hairdryer and bathrobes. The fresh water swimming pool is located right at the edge of the sea, adjacent to the Pineapple House.
  • The Superior Ocean Front Hotel Rooms have a size of 42 squaremetres (450 square feet) and they are equipped either with one king-size bed or two twin-size beds. Located on the ground floor of the Pineapple House, each room has large louvered windows which fold back to take advantage of the spectacular views. Newly renovated and designed by Ralph Lauren, all these rooms evoke tropical beach living. White stone floors, romantic four poster mahogany bamboo beds and sumptuous upholstered furniture from the Ralph Lauren home collection add to each and every guests' comfort. The colour accents are white with splashes of pink and blue. The bathrooms have been enlarged and feature separate deep tubs, freestanding rain showers and double sink vanities.
  • The Deluxe Ocean Front Hotel Rooms have a size of 42 squaremetres (450 square feet) and they are equipped either with one king-size bed or two twin-size beds. Situated on the upper floor of the Pineapple House, the Deluxe Rooms have the same spectacular views as the Superior Rooms but with a cathedral ceiling and ceiling fan. Newly renovated and designed by Ralph Lauren, all deluxe rooms evoke tropical beach living. White stone floors, romantic four poster mahogany bamboo beds and sumptuous upholstered furniture from the Ralph Lauren home collection add to each and every guests' comfort. The colour accents are white with splashes of pink and blue. The bathrooms have been enlarged and feature separate deep tubs, freestanding rain showers and double sink vanities.
There are 27 individually owned Villas with 74 Suites surrounded by 30 acres of gardens. Villas or cottages contain 2, 3, 4 or 5 suites, each with private living rooms and /or verandahs, and magnificent sea views. Sizes vary, and most have spectacular views. There are 22 villas with their private swimming pools. Deluxe and Master Villa Suites share the swimming pool with another suite. All suites can be rented individually, for a maximum of two couples per villa sharing a pool, or they can be rented as complete villas with a private pool for up to 8 persons. Villas are beautifully decorated by individual owners to Round Hill's standard. The general style is laid back, plantation style elegance. You may find wicker, mahogany or bamboo furniture, slip covers and beautiful wooden floors. Bedrooms may be closed off and air conditioned. Living rooms convey a very light, Caribbean feel with the trade winds passing through it. Laid back elegance in tasteful verandah style. All villas face west and enjoy fabulous views and sunsets.
All suites are furnished with the following amenities: Bath tub with shower, air conditioned bedrooms and ceiling fans, hair dryer, telephones with direct dial, bathrobes and umbrella, refrigerators in existing kitchen, separate twin beds or king size beds. There is one kitchen per villa, which is used by the cook and housekeepers in order to prepare breakfast which is served in privacy at your verandah, in your suite or garden area. Complimentary golf cart service is on call for transfer between villas and the main hotel if required, although most are just a short stroll to the sea.
  • The Superior Villa Suites have a size of 120 squaremetres (1,290 square feet). These suites are located in a villa without pool and they consist of a bedroom, a living room and enclosed or semi enclosed garden and/or verandah.
  • The Deluxe Villa Suites have a size of 130 squaremetres (1,400 square feet). These suites are located in a villa with pool and they consist of a bedroom, a living room and enclosed or semi enclosed garden and/or verandah and shared pool and pool deck.
  • The Master Villa Suites have a size of 155 squaremetres (155 square feet). These extra large suites are located in a villa with pool and they consists An extra large suite in a villa with pool, consisting of bedroom, of a bedroom, a living room and enclosed or semi enclosed garden and/or verandah.
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Cuisine & Cocktails : The excellent cuisine at Round Hill is enhanced by the bounty of Jamaica, from both sea and the land. Round Hill chooses and prepares only the best of the freshest of what is available locally, serving it with a continental flair and a trace of Jamaican accent. Days are casual and informal with an emphasis on enjoying Jamaica and Round Hill. Evenings, though not formal, are casually elegant.
Mornings are special, with breakfast cooked to order and served in bed or overlooking the sea. Those guest staying in the Pineapple House have the option of Room service or dining in the upstairs Georgian Dining Terrace.
Lunches are a casual affair, with a la carte items served on the terrace or barbeque items served on the beach.
And what could be more seductive than a vivid Caribbean sunset and a cool tropical drink before a stroll down to dinner through gardens of jasmine and frangipani.
Dinner is served with a view of the sea, in the charming Georgian Dining Room or on the seaside terrace overlooking Round Hill Bay. International cuisine is highlighted by many Jamaican specialties. And you will find the sumptuous buffets to be among the best anywhere!
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Leisure & Wellness : "Old World charm and warm Jamaican hospitality", that's the motto at Round Hill. With all this quiet elegance you may feel like lazing away at the beach or strolling through the gardens.
Bunty's Cottage, Round Hill's Wellness Centre, is surrounded by lush tropical gardens, is 130 squaremetres (1,400 square feet) and consists of five indoor treatment rooms and one outdoor treatment area. Guests can enjoy the latest in holistic, skin, and body treatments. The wellness centre uses Decleor a leader in the use of aromatherapy for beauty care. The beauty salon hosts a variety of services from hair, nail, and waxing treatments for theguests. The fitness centre offers state-of-the-art equipments.
Round Hill Hotel offers five all-weather tennis courts (2 lighted). And there are four of the finest golf courses of Montego Bay, Tryall Club (ten minutes away with shuttle bus from the hotel), Half Moon course (30 minutes away), The Ritz-Carlton White Witch (30 minutes away) and Wyndham Rose Hall (40 minutes away). Also available are snorkeling, swimming, windsurfing, scuba diving, fishing trips, yacht charters and hourseback riding.
Children of all ages are welcome and will find fun and challenges and pleasant surprises in all the Round Hill has to offer.
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Meetings & Banquets : Looking for a place with luxurious surroundings to relax and rejuvenate after your meetings? Round Hill has the perfect location and space size for you. The villas may be used for informal gatherings, break out sessions, and cocktail receptions. Main cocktail bar, main pool deck, lower pool deck and dining terraces are also suitable areas for cocktail receptions and gatherings. Round Hill offers 3 meetings rooms for up to 120 people.
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Other Facilites : Business centre. Room service. Pool side snackbar. Air conditioning. Car parking, car rental. Airport transfer. Baby sitting, nursery for children. Pets are not allowed.
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Rates & Reservations : Quoted in USD (US Dollar):
  • Superior Ocean Front Hotel Room: From 260 (low season-ls) to 420 (high season-hs)
  • Deluxe Ocean Front Hotel Room: From 310 (ls) to 510 (hs)
  • Superior Villa Suite: From 370 (ls) to 600 (hs)
  • Deluxe Villa Suite with Pool: From 460 (ls) to 750 (hs)
  • Master Villa Suite with Pool: From 550 (ls) to 850 (hs)
Rates per room and night on double occupancy base, inclusive of taxes and service charge.
Breakfast: USD 25 per person and day
Halfboard: USD 80 per person and day
Fullboard: USD 100 USD per person and day
All inclusive: USD 160 per person and day To get concrete rates or to make a reservation kindly click here
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The Round Hill Hotel features a Gourmet Restaurant The Round Hill Hotel offers a wide range of wellness facilities. There is a golf course near The Round Hill Hotel The Round Hill Hotel is perfect for city journeys to Montego Bay / Jamaica Sorry: Pets are NOT welcome to The Round Hill Hotel
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