Choosing from the very best hotels in Jamaica requires making some tough decisions. Do you want the secluded, off-the-beaten-track jungle hideaway? The beach bungalows just mere steps away from the white, sugary sand and pristine waters of the Caribbean? Or how about the historic luxury properties, the dazzling and sprawling all-inclusive resorts?
The good news is, we've narrowed it down for those of you looking for a sun-drenched tropical getaway in 2023. There's no ‘bad time’ to visit Jamaica, but it's worth noting the rainy seasons: the first from May to June; and the second from September to November. The two dry seasons are in July through August, and December to April. This means that Jamaica is ideal for a summer holiday and winter sun holiday, with peak season beginning in mid-December and ending in April, and shoulder season occurs between mid-April to May, and November to mid-December when the crowds taper off and the weather is still absolute perfection.
So, whether you're looking for the seemingly endless stretches of sandy beaches and buzzing restaurants and nightlife found in Montego Bay and Ocho Rios; the typically laidback, reggae-soundtracked balmy days on Seven Mile Beach in Negril; or the quiet, misty hills of the Blue Mountains and parish capital Port Antonio, here's everything you need to ensure your Jamaica holiday is one you'll never forget.
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On the island's west coast, Negril is often recommended as the best place to stay for first-time visitors. This sleepy village, still thriving with Jamaican authenticity and its laidback charm despite its popularity, has it all: white-sand beaches and turquoise waters, a pristine underwater world to explore, street food vendors and restaurants, and a lively nightlife scene with rhythmic reggae humming from every corner, which draws a young crowd.
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