Half Moon Hotel, Jamaica

Nestled among 400 acres of tropical landscape on Jamaica’s northern coast, the colonial-style Half Moon has been welcoming distinguished guests for over 50 years.

Today Half Moon ranks among the most popular and complete resorts in the Caribbean. The Resort offers 398 elegantly appointed guest rooms, suites or villas, a par 72 Robert Trent Jones, Sr. designed golf course and world renowned Golf Academy, 13 tennis and four squash courts, 51 swimming pools, a natural Dolphin Lagoon, 24-hour medical centre, croquet lawn, putting green, jogging and cycling trails, basketball and volleyball courts, world-class equestrian centre, a fully-equipped nautilus gym with personal trainers, gourmet dining, duty-free shopping and complete spa facilities.

Rooms & Accommodation

All rooms, suites and villas are furnished with the following amenities:

• Colour Cable Television
• Hair Dryer
• Direct Dial Telephone with Data Ports
• Magnified Shaving Mirrors
• AM/FM Radios
• 110V Electrical Outlets
• Refrigerated Mini-Bar
• Air Conditioning
• In-Room Safe
• Bathrobes
• Iron/Ironing Board
• Twice-daily maid and turn-down service
• Balconies or Patios

Activities at Half Moon

• Horseback Riding
• Swimming with Dolphins
• Fitness Centre
• Tennis & Squash Courts
• Equestrian Centre
• Children’s Village
• Water Sports including: Snorkelling, Scuba Diving, Kayaking, Pedal Boats, Beach Floats,Sailing

What to do

• Full service spa and relaxation lounge
• Health and Fitness Centre
• 18-hole, par 72 Robert Trent Jones Golf Course (renovated in 2005)
• 13 Lit Tennis Courts
• 4 Squash Courts
• Internet Cyber Lounge (wireless hotspots and guest room connectivity)
• Wireless Internet Connections (available in select rooms, Lobby and Pool areas)
• Shopping Village
• 24-hour Banking
• Post Office
• Children’s Centre
• 24-hour On-site Medical Centre
• Dentist
• 6 restaurants including new Indian/Thai restaurant, and 7 bars
• Full Service Business Centre

For Children

Treat your family to Half Moon and you will see why families come back year after year. Half Moon has fun-filled programmes and activities for children of all ages, and families have a range of activities to do together, including our new Dolphin Lagoon experience. Parents looking for a bit of alone time will appreciate our warm and caring Children’s Village, which caters to all age groups.

Pool and Beach

Half Moon boasts 51 freshwater pools, most of which are assigned to private cottages, suites or villas. There are three main pools available to all guests – the Hibiscus Swim-Up Pool, Oleander Pool, and the Olympic-sized Lap Pool. Both the Hibiscus and Oleander pools are free-form, freshwater pools and the Lap Pool is our Olympic-size swimming pool. Guests are asked to observe all posted pool rules. Three Jacuzzis are located in the Hibiscus Pool area.

Dining at Half Moon

• Seagrape Terrace - Named after the prickly Seagrape tree found throughout the Resort, the Seagrape Terrace is shaded by fragrant Almond trees and overlooks Sunset Beach. Beckoning guests throughout the day, the Seagrape offers tasty lunches, traditional afternoon tea, delightful snacks and gourmet dining after sunset.
• Il Giardino - Step into the elegantly frescoed Il Giardino and you are instantly transported to a wonderfully romantic restaurant, somewhere on the coast of Italy. The mouth-watering menu was created by our internationally-trained chefs and offers a variety of beautifully presented authentic Italian dishes.
• The Sugar Mill - Tiny twinkling lights softly illuminate the original stone terrace and entryway that welcomes guests to the enchanting Sugar Mill restaurant. Dine al fresco and enjoy a magical evening of gourmet contemporary Jamaican cuisine, live music and romance. The Sugarmill is open for dinner only and is available for private parties and receptions.
• The Royal Stocks - Pull up a stool and order a pint and a plate of fish and chips at this fun and authentic English Pub. The name "Royal Stocks" honours a visit of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and HRH Prince Philip.
• Cedar Bar - Just steps from the crystal sands of the Sunset Beach, this is the perfect spot to enjoy a frothy cocktail.
• Hibiscus Pool Bar - A delicious thirst quencher is just a swim away. Hop on a stool without leaving the cooling waters of the Hibiscus Pool.
• The 19th Hole Bar - After a round of golf, the 19th hole is the perfect spot to relax, go over the day’s shots and enjoy a light Jamaican-style snack and a cold drink.