Located just north of Kingston, Jamaica, the Blue Mountains are a 28-mile long mountain range that features the highest points of elevation in the country. This area of Jamaica is a tourist destination because of the scenic beauty and relaxed atmosphere. Though the area is secluded, travelers can find hotel and lodging options that mesh the comforts of home with authentic Jamaican culture.
Strawberry Hill Hotel and Spa is located on a mountain top more than 3,000 feet up in the Blue Mountain Range of Jamaica. Villas, cottages and studio units are offered at this hotel, each featuring a minibar, an in-room safe, hardwood floors, cable television with DVD players, bathrobes and slippers, antique island furniture and mountain views. Other amenities at Strawberry Hill include four restaurants, a garden, a coffee farm and a special weekend brunch. The Spa at Strawberry Hill offers treatments like elemental massages, and lemon grass wraps and foot baths. Strawberry Hill is located approximately one hour from the Kingston Airport.
Strawberry Hill Hotel and Spa
Irish Town-New Castle Road
St. Andrew
Jamaica
876-944-8408
islandoutpost.com
Positioned more than 5,000 feet above sea level in Jamaica's Blue Mountains, the Starlight Chalet and Health Spa offers one- and two-bedroom suites, as well as standard guest rooms. Upgraded suites include satellite televisions, carpeted floors, marble tiles and balconies. The hotel also features a conference room, bar, on-site restaurant and a yoga retreat. The spa at Starlight Chalet offers services like deep pore cleansing, aroma massages, manicures, pedicures and Indian head massages. The Starlight Chalet and Health Spa is located about 25 miles from Kingston. Car rental or transportation services are available upon request.
Starlight Chalet and Health Spa
Rochester Ave.
Kingston
Jamaica
876-924-3075
starlightchalet.com
For travelers wanting an authentic, rustic Jamaican experience, Whitfield Hall has been serving travelers for more than 100 years. This historic house is located on the main trail of the Blue Mountains and offers dormitory-style lodging as well as private rooms and cottages. Amenities provided include linens, towels, bath products and antique furniture. Some rooms do not have electricity, but vintage Tilley lamps are provided. Whitfield Hall is a working coffee farm, and guests are invited to tour the area or sample a cup of the estate-grown coffee. Hiking tours of the Blue Mountains can be arranged upon request.
Whitfield Hall
St. Thomas Parish
Jamaica
876-878-0514
whitfieldhall.com
