Hotel Information: Lush tropical landscape, a secluded stretch of beach, and panoramic views of the mountains and the Caribbean Sea set the ambience for a relaxing and fun-filled vacation. Couples and families enjoy traditional island hospitality, exemplary service, golf, spa rejuvenation, and water sports.

Insider tip: Guests can schedule tastings in Cohoba's Lounge with a "rummier," who also supplies information about rum's history.

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Special Check-in Instructions

Guests who wish to pre-register prior to arrival are encouraged to contact the hotel directly. The hotel's contact information is provided on the confirmation notice received after booking via this Web site.

Rooms

Guests of The Ritz-Carlton Rose Hall may book either an All-Inclusive (Escape to Luxury) plan or a Room-Only (No Meals) plan. The All-Inclusive (Escape to Luxury) plan includes meals and drinks, plus taxes and gratuities for meals and drinks. The Room-Only (No Meals) plan does NOT include meals and drinks, or taxes and gratuities for meals and drinks.

This Jamaica resort offers 427 spacious guestrooms and suites in a five-story building facing the Caribbean Sea. All provide balconies or terraces with sea or garden views. Bedding includes Frette luxury linens, down pillows and comforters (bedspreads), extra-thick mattresses, and featherbeds. (Non-allergenic bedding available on request.) Gray-and-white marble bathrooms have glass-door stall showers, separate tubs, twin-sink vanities, phones, and plush bathrobes. Other amenities include three telephones (one cordless), flat-screen plasma TVs, and radio/CD players. (DVD players and VCRs available for rent.) Wired high-speed Internet access is available for a surcharge. Guestrooms receive twice-daily housekeeping, including complimentary turndown service.

While the hotel's architecture draws inspiration from historic Rose Hall Great House, the 17th-century English-style sugar-plantation residence 2.5 km (1.5 mi) away, decor features contemporary Caribbean colors such mint-green, canary-yellow, and salmon-pink complemented in rooms and suites by multicolored area rugs on tile floors. Crown molding and mahogany furniture add colonial touches.

Ritz-Carlton Club Level guestrooms are on the top (fifth) floor with exclusive card-key floor access. Club-level rooms include complimentary bottled water and access to an exclusive check-in/check-out lounge with concierge and complimentary food and beverage presentation consisting of Continental breakfast, light lunch, afternoon tea, evening cocktails and appetizers, and desserts and cordials at night.

All guestrooms are nonsmoking.

Room Amenities

• Internet access - high speed
• Cable/satellite TV
• CD player
• Premium bedding
• Hypo-allergenic bedding available
• Balcony
• Patio
• Climate control
• Complimentary newspaper
• Air conditioning
• Blackout drapes/curtains
• Internet access - surcharge
• Multi-line phone
• Voice mail
• Minibar
• Wake-up calls
• Housekeeping (daily)
• Turndown service

• Bathroom telephone
• Bathrobes
• Complimentary toiletries
• Hair dryer
• Makeup mirror
• Massage - available in room
• Separate bathtub and shower
• Child care (in room, surcharge)
• Electronic/magnetic keys
• Television - Flat-panel
• DVD player
• Iron/ironing board
• In-room safe
• Non-smoking rooms
• Clock radio
• Desk
• Rollaway beds (surcharge)
• Cribs (infant beds) available

Recreation

A freeform pool measuring approximately 46 x 46m (150 x 150 ft) and a 10-person spa tub shaded by palm trees are in the resort's central courtyard.

A serpentine fieldstone walkway dotted with lounge chairs leads to a 500-m (547-yd) beach on the Caribbean Sea. The beach is furnished with twin sunning beds under fold-up shades.

All guests enjoy complimentary use of windsurfers, kayaks, non-motorized sailboats, and snorkeling gear.

Located on a hillside 4 km (2.5 mi) away, the resort's 18-hole championship White Witch Golf Course features rolling hills and panoramic sea views. Guests receive preferred tee times and complimentary shuttle service to the course. A practice facility includes two tees, two bunkers, and a 1,022-square-meter (11,000-squae-foot) putting green. Pros are available.

Complimentary recreation facilities include two lighted tennis courts, a bocce court, a beach-volleyball court, and a mini-soccer area for children. Yoga classes (surcharge) are available in the fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the resort; fees may apply.

• Golf - driving range nearby
• Golfing nearby
• Snorkeling on site
• Swimming on site
• Sailing on site
• Water skiing nearby
• Personal watercraft nearby
• Windsurfing on site
• Yoga classes/instruction on site

• Volleyball on site
• Aerobics on site
• Hiking/biking trails nearby
• Mountain biking nearby
• Parasailing nearby
• Helicopter/airplane sightseeing nearby
• Horse riding/rental nearby
• Fishing nearby
• Playground on site

Property Amenities

Guests at The Ritz-Carlton Rose Hall may book either an All-Inclusive (Escape to Luxury) plan or a Room-Only (No Meals) plan. The All-Inclusive (Escape to Luxury) plan includes meals and drinks, and taxes and gratuities for meals and drinks. The Room-Only (No Meals) plan does NOT include meals and drinks, and taxes and gratuities for meals and drinks.

The 18-hole White Witch Golf Course, designed by Robert von Hagge, is located five minutes from the resort and offers panoramic sea views.

The spa features an array of massage therapies, hydrotherapies, and mineralizing and detoxifying therapies; and skin, hair, and nail care services. Private treatment rooms, a fitness center, a sauna room, and lounge are available.

Dining options include Horizons, Mangos, the Jerk Centre, The White Witch Restaurant, and Cohoba Lounge. Room service is available 24 hours.

Wireless Internet access is complimentary in the lobby and Cohoba Lounge.

• Swimming pool - outdoor
• Spa tub
• Full-service health spa
• Steam room
• Sauna
• Concierge desk
• Complimentary newspapers in lobby
• Health club
• Room service (24 hours)
• Bar/lounge
• Restaurant(s) in hotel
• Parking (valet)
• Parking (free)
• Self parking
• Limo or Town Car service available
• Banquet facilities
• Ballroom(s)
• Business center
• Conference room(s)
• Event catering
• Audio-visual equipment
• Cell phone/mobile rental
• Business services
• Internet access in public areas - high speed

• Internet access - wireless (lobby, lounge)
• Number of rooms: 427
• Porter/bellhop
• Doorman/doorwoman
• Security guard
• 24-hour front desk
• Number of floors: 5
• Hair salon
• ATM/banking
• Gift shops or newsstand
• Shopping on site
• Tour assistance
• Currency exchange
• Medical assistance available
• Beauty services
• Dry cleaning service
• Pool table on site
• Shoe shine
• Air-conditioned public areas
• Elevator/lift
• Supervised child care/activities
• Wedding services
• Internet access in public areas - complimentary
• Smoke-free property

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.

• Pets not allowed
• Check-in time is 3 PM
• Check-out time is 11 AM

Know Before You Go

Room-Only (No Meals) plan may not include taxes or gratuities.

Rollaway beds are available in king-bedded guestrooms only with a fee charged per night, and a maximum of one rollaway bed per guestroom or suite.

Fees

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Dining

Guests may book either an All-Inclusive (Escape to Luxury) plan or a Room-Only (No Meals) plan. The All-Inclusive (Escape to Luxury) plan includes meals and beverages plus taxes and gratuities at specific venues. The Room-Only (No Meals ) plan does NOT include meals, drinks, and affiliated taxes and gratuities.

Horizon - Classic Mediterranean cuisine. Tantalizing action stations are offered daily with indoor or outdoor seating. Menu changes periodically. Live entertainment nightly. Dinner dress code: long pants, collared shirts for men. No beach sandals, sneakers. No smoking.

Sample dinner menu for Horizons

Sample dinner menu for Horizons
Appetizers:

• Crab cake, confit tomato relish, mixed leaves, and garlic aioli
• Shrimp cocktail with green apple and baby greens, mango and herb salsa with cocktail sauce
• Caramelized jumbo scallop with sweet corn risotto, tomato and rosemary dressing
• Sea bass and lobster ceviche, seaweed salad, soy-lime mango glaze
• Mussels served “mariniere” with garlic, wine, and herbs
  Soups:
• Clam, corn, artichoke
• Chef’s soup special
  Salads:
• Beef carpaccio, parmesan, and truffle oil dressing
• Organic tomato, mozzarella, with olive oil and basil dressing
• Caesar salad, parmigiano-regianno dressing, ripe tomatoes, anchovies, with grilled chicken or poached shrimp
• Baby lettuce, poached pear, maple bacon, vine ripe tomatoes, and blue cheese dressing
• Green salad with marinated beetroot and endives, sprouts, roasted pumpkin seeds, and mustard vinaigrette
  Seafood:
• Baked cod, grilled vegetables, spinach rice, cranberry and honey sauce
• Seared arctic char, polenta, grilled tomatoes, and paprika butter sauce
• Grilled sea bass fillet, parmesan mash, capers, infused tomatoes with reduced balsamic
• Broiled spiny lobster, grilled vegetables, fried potato with garlic butter sauce
• Grilled grouper fillet, parmesan mash, grilled vegetables with dill and lemon butter sauce
  Pasta:
• Linguini with seared lobster, brandy tomato bisque, and broccoli
• Penne pasta with grilled chicken, lump crab, tomato, string beans, and cream sauce
• Gnocchi with scallops, mushrooms, peppers, and rum cream sauce
  Meat/poultry:
• Strip loin steak (12 oz), herb mash, onion rings, grilled vegetables
• Seared beef tenderloin (10 oz), sweet potato gnocchi, grilled vegetables with veal jus
• Braised beef short ribs, sauté shrimp, mash potato, veal glace jus
• Grilled rack of lamb, minted cous cous, grilled vegetables with roasted garlic sauce
• Seared chicken, fried potato, mushroom and caramelized onion, crouton with brandy jus

The White Witch Restaurant - Set atop the winding green hills of the resort’s 18-hole championship golf course, diners will enjoy elevated panoramic views of Jamaica’s mountainous countryside and turquoise-blue waters. Light lunch and cocktails are offered daily and at dinner time, you can enjoy succulent seafood and steaks with pasta. The White Witch Restaurant is located five minutes from the resort; complimentary shuttle service is offered.

Mangos - American, Caribbean and international dishes served poolside. Sandwiches, salads, fresh fruit plates, light snacks, and tropical drinks. Continental breakfast and lunch are available. Chef demonstrations.

The Jerk Center - Jamaican jerk over reggae music. Serving spicy barbecued ("jerked") fish, pork, chicken, and sides, including bammy (fried cassava patties). Open mid-day to early evening.

Cohoba's Lounge - Two "great rooms" off lobby with high ceilings, mint-green walls, Brazilian-cherrywood accents. Afternoon appetizers, desserts, cigars, coffee, brandies, cocktails, rum tastings. Open late morning to late night. Live entertainment nightly.

All-inclusive Plan Details

Guests may book either an All-Inclusive (Escape to Luxury) plan or a Room-Only plan. The All-Inclusive (Escape to Luxury) plan includes meals and drinks, and taxes and gratuities for meals and drinks. The Room-Only plan does not include meals and drinks, and taxes and gratuities for meals and drinks. Click each link below for more details.

The following amenities are included in the All-Inclusive (Escape to Luxury) plan: (They also are available to guests booking the Room-Only plan, but for surcharges.)

All-Inclusive food and beverages

All-Inclusive food and beverages

• Meals in specific dining outlets.
• Beverages as outlined in the Escape to Luxury selection of wines and spirits.
• Taxes and gratuities for plan inclusions.

Not included: Room service purchases; à la carte options in all outlets; in-room mini bar purchases; golf beverage cart purchases; appetizer menu items in Cohoba's Lounge; bottled wine, bottled champagne, and other alcoholic beverages other than the Escape to Luxury selection of wines and spirits; and off-menu items such as birthday cakes, amenities, and decorations.

All-Inclusive discounted amenities

• 20% on a la carte or Premium offerings
• 20% on in-room dining menu and mini bar
• 20% on Ritz Kids
• 20% on beverage cart at White Witch Golf Club
• Taxes and gratuities for food and be averages, bellman, resort fees, and select service charges, including on-site transportation, nonmotorized water sports, tennis, valet parking, and early morning coffee in Cohoba’s Lounge.

Not included

Not included:

• Room service purchases
• À la carte options in all outlets
• In-room mini bar purchases
• Private butler service
• Airport transfers
• Golf beverage cart purchases
• Appetizer menu items in Cohoba's Lounge
• Bottled wine, bottled champagne, and other alcoholic beverages other than the Escape to Luxury selection of wines and spirits
• Golf
• Retail purchases
• Spa services and treatments
• Off-menu items such as birthday cakes, amenities, and decorations
• The Ritz Kids program
• All other incidental charges unless otherwise noted

Airport taxes may or may not be included.

The following amenities are available to all guests of the hotel:

Activities and equipment available

Activities and equipment available
Water sports

• Snorkeling gear
• Windsurfers
• Kayaks
• Sailboats
• Pool aerobics
• Use of swimming pool/spa tub/beach and pool chaise longues/towel service/chilled towels, fruits

  Land sports

• Tennis
• Beach volleyball
• Mini-soccer
• Bocce
• Cricket

  Classes/instruction available

• Dance classes

  Available for a surcharge: Tennis instruction

  Children’s activities available for a surcharge: Supervised Ritz-Kidz Club for ages 5-12, with day and evening (Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday) sessions, including air-conditioned-room, beach, pool, lawn activities, games, and movies; dinners; and Friday-night beach bonfire for roasting marshmallows and s'mores.

Entertainment and nightlife available

Entertainment/nightlife available

• Nightly musical entertainment in all restaurants
• Live entertainment in the Cohoba lounge beginning at 9 PM

Transportation

Transportation: Complimentary shuttles to White Witch Golf Course, The Shoppes at Rose Hall, and Rose Hall Great House.

Address

One Ritz-Carlton Dr

Rose Hall,

Jamaica

Nearest major airport:

Montego Bay, Jamaica (MBJ-Sir Donald Sangster Intl.)

Area:

Rose Hall, Jamaica