Hermosa Cove – Jamaica’s Villa Hotel

The service was outstanding from the time we booked until we departed. The grounds are spectacular, carved into nature. The 2 villas we stayed in were gorgeous and unique. We loved the cascade pools and multiple sitting areas. Christopher’s restaurant was delicious.

We escaped to Hermosa Cove for a week to relax and de-stress after a rough year and we found our new favorite spot! It is an absolutely gorgeous & unique boutique resort. The villas and grounds are beautiful, with so much love and detail put into them. There are so...

We escaped to Hermosa Cove for a week to relax and de-stress after a rough year and we found our new favorite spot! It is an absolutely gorgeous & unique boutique resort. The villas and grounds are beautiful, with so much love and detail put into them. There are so many places to relax and unwind - no issues ever getting a spot with a spectacular view of the ocean. We enjoyed delicious food and beautiful sunsets at the on-site restaurant, played tennis & pickle ball, utilized the walking trails and signed up for morning yoga, which I loved! We walked into town one day, kayaked to Mahogany Beach and snorkeled. It was very hard to leave & we will definitely be returning!

We enjoyed the beautiful grounds and villas at Hermosa Cove. The employees were very helpful and attentive. The property was very well maintained and the meals were excellent. The amenities are excellent and drivers are readily available for your touring pleasure. I would highly recommend this resort.

Our time at Hermosa Cove was exceptional and filled with surprises around every corner. The property is awe-inspiring and straight out of a fairytale. The layout provides hidden gems tucked away providing private views and experiences. The staff went above and beyond, providing us with the best service and care....

Our time at Hermosa Cove was exceptional and filled with surprises around every corner. The property is awe-inspiring and straight out of a fairytale. The layout provides hidden gems tucked away providing private views and experiences. The staff went above and beyond, providing us with the best service and care. We felt perfectly at home and part of the family. Shaneil had all of our arrangements and adventures perfectly coordinated so we never had to worry about a thing. Rashawn handled the transportation like a professional with numerous trips around Ocho Rios. Always keeping us entertained, informed and safe. Our villa had all the comforts of home and then some. The Cottonwood Treehouse was beyond dreams and an amazing way to spend my birthday! Also highly recommend getting a massage durning your stay, truly unbelievable. Thanks for the great memories!

My wife and I have never experienced a boutique style resort, and after experiencing Hermosa Cove, not sure we would ever want to go anywhere else. The resort grounds are so stunning everywhere you walk, you never want to leave. The staff were all delightful and treated you like a...

My wife and I have never experienced a boutique style resort, and after experiencing Hermosa Cove, not sure we would ever want to go anywhere else. The resort grounds are so stunning everywhere you walk, you never want to leave. The staff were all delightful and treated you like a family member. You could really tell they all enjoyed working at this resort, which is a testament to the owners. Service was on point, and the food was delicious (get the lobster!). Snorkelling right on property was a big bonus, and there’s a huge reef dividing the waterfront from the ocean so there’s always calm waters in front of the resort. We stayed in the Nautilus villa, which was the most romantic place we’ve ever stayed. We will be coming back to this beautiful place!

Every time I visit Hermosa Cove, the stay is wonderful. This time, I went for my honeymoon and was able to show my husband the beautiful resort, eating the local food and doing fun activities nearby. Staff was helpful and friendly. Thank you.

Hermosa Cove first captured our hearts 12 years ago. This stay was the longest we have stayed. We spent a few nights in the magnificent treehouse and then moved to Nutmeg Villa to accommodate a group of friends who joined us. The property itself is incredibly beautiful. From the well...

Hermosa Cove first captured our hearts 12 years ago. This stay was the longest we have stayed. We spent a few nights in the magnificent treehouse and then moved to Nutmeg Villa to accommodate a group of friends who joined us. The property itself is incredibly beautiful. From the well thought-out layout to the artistic details that are not just mass produced, bland decorations, but unique and interesting artworks, it is a charming and uplifting visual experience. The care taken to protect and maintain mature trees that were already growing on the site has enabled them to have a space that is filled with birds of many species. There are parrots, parakeets and even yellow-crowned night herons nesting onsite. Waking to the sound of mocking birds and the raucous calls of parrots over the gentle lapping of waves on the beach is a real treat. Each evening, flocks of greater antillean return to the coast for the night and they fill the evening air with a wonderful song as they choose their roosts. Abundant flowers and shrubs create a feeling of privacy and seclusion even when the property is fully booked. The staff are attentive, charming, personable, and take delight in anticipating their guests needs and wishes. They create an atmosphere that makes you forget cares and worries, and just focus on enjoyment. This is a property that receives local guests as well as foreign tourists which is one of the most important features for us. Locals come to celebrate birthdays and special events at the restaurant, or enjoy the facilities as days guests, or stay like all the rest of us weary travellers from elsewhere. I could write much more in praise of this place, but I will leave it with maybe the most important endorsement: We will be back.

My husband and I spent seven nights in the Calabash House at Hermosa Cove. I can't say enough about the wonderful staff who were super helpful and happy to assist in any way. Shaneil, in Guest Services, was fantastic. Our driver, Rashan, was so nice (and hilarious!) and very accommodating....

My husband and I spent seven nights in the Calabash House at Hermosa Cove. I can't say enough about the wonderful staff who were super helpful and happy to assist in any way. Shaneil, in Guest Services, was fantastic. Our driver, Rashan, was so nice (and hilarious!) and very accommodating. The Calabash House villa has a nice view from its second story wrap-around porch. We spent most evenings with a cocktail, gazing out at the beautiful Caribbean Sea. The villa was very clean and comfortable and daily maid service is included. The resorts grounds are gorgeous and well-maintained. There are multiple paths in and around the resort, all lush with tropical plantings and many spots to sit by the beach and take in the views. The three-tiered pool with running waterfall is amazing, also with great views of the ocean. We were thrilled to see hummingbirds and parrots every day. A few suggestions for your stay at Hermosa Cove: - Take advantage of the hotel's offer to pre-stock your villa! There are no grocery stores within walking distance of the resort and to hire a driver runs $40 per trip. They'll stock beer, wine, alcohol, juices, lunch meats, bread, snacks, etc., pretty much anything you'd get in a U.S. grocery store. - Bring cash in small denominations for tips! While tipping is not required at the hotel, the service often warrants it. We were able to find an ATM while out with a driver (whom we tipped each trip) but it wasn't easy. Tipping is more expected if you use a guide at Dunns River Falls (definitely go!) or other attractions. You can tip or buy anything with U.S. dollars in Jamaica. (Note that you do not need cash to tip at the resort's restaurants.) - Bring plenty of sunscreen! The HC resort doesn't have a sundries shop and the local grocery store (while quite nice) had only one bottle of zinc-based sunscreen.

It’s hard to fully capture the experience of Hermosa Cove in words. You kind of just have to be there. But you feel it as soon as you start down the entry road and tranquility and human sounds quiet so that birdsong and waves can be heard. The beauty in...

It’s hard to fully capture the experience of Hermosa Cove in words. You kind of just have to be there. But you feel it as soon as you start down the entry road and tranquility and human sounds quiet so that birdsong and waves can be heard. The beauty in the intersection of creativity and art with nature is immediately striking, and amplifies when you turn into the resort. From the architecture to the diverse flora to the many, many sweet and unique spaces tucked everywhere, peace and beauty permeate. The welcome feels genuine and the staff manage to be absolutely supportive but never intrusive. And the reef! So much ocean wildlife in their protected reef right off the shore. It’s a special place I hope you get to experience.