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Jamaica - Jamaica Inn"Lets get away, far away..."
OVERVIEW 47 rooms, 2 floors With all the hoopla over all-inclusive resorts and spring-break shenanigans, it's easy to forget there was a kinder, gentler time in Jamaican tourism -- with places like the Jamaica Inn that ooze old-school charm and low-key sophistication. Mellowness comes with maturity, and this hotel's been around since the days when Harry Belafonte (rather than Bob Marley) was this island's most celebrated singer. Nearly everyone who passed through Ocho Rios in those days slept, ate (or drank) at Jamaica Inn -- Errol Flynn, Winston Churchill, Katherine Hepburn and Claudette Colbert, just to name a few. But the hotel also has its modern-day habitués, jet-setters like supermodel Kate Moss who leave their party face at home in favor of a laid-back Jamaican sojourn. For those seeking a little more privacy, Jamaica Inn also has Cottages that are set on a bluff with stunning views of the Sea. They are tastefully decorated in a blend of Jamaican and Indonesian styles. These Cottages are private, yet steps away from the Inn and all of its amenities.
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All suites are set on a coral bluff above the sea, with French doors and louvered windows that open onto expansive sea views and a glimmering white-sand beach. All around are spacious lawns and lush tropical gardens, and hammocks strung here and there, giving the feel of a posh private estate. The decor is a modern take on the Edwardian colonial popular in Jamaica before World War Two -- with most everything fashioned from sturdy cane or tropical hardwood against a backdrop of white linen and cream-colored walls. Rooms are thoroughly unplugged -- no electronic gizmos to hinder your tranquillity -- although air conditioning is at your fingertips. The crowning glory of each suite is a spacious balcony or patio outfitted with everything you need to while away a languid day: breakfast table, nap-size sofa and even a writing desk for would-be Noël Cowards. The cottages ramp up the pampering to a whole different level, especially the superexclusive Cottage Three, which has its own wet bar, outdoor shower, infinity pool and beach access. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ DINING & RESTAURANTS Voted as the Best Kept Secret for Breakfast in The Jamaica Observer, breakfast may be had on the Restaurant Terrace overlooking the bay or on the Verandah of each suite. Lunch boasts an extraordinary offering, from freshly made soups, salads and breads, to light bites, sandwiches and burgers and an "Around the World" section. Lunch is served at the Seaside Restaurant, on the beach or in your suite. Start the evening with complimentary hors d'oeuvres then have a 6-Course Flavorful Gourmet Dinner under the stars while listening to a live band. The dinner menu at Jamaica Inn changes every night. Every Saturday night is the famous lobster night. Dinner is available in a romantic outside setting overlooking the sea or in the privacy of your own suite on your balcony/verandah. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The Jamaica Inn offers many different
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