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Villas in Montego Bay
Villas in Montego Bay
Montego Bay, or Mo Bay, is Jamaica’s most energetic and lively city where you can find excellent villas for every taste and budget. Surrounded by stunning landscapes you can enjoy a private villa close to art galleries, 18th-century churches, water activities, beautiful beaches, restaurants and duty-free shopping. Montego Bay is also a nightlife paradise for party goers. It houses the best pubs, clubs and bars to enjoy a fun night out with friends or family.
Exclusive villas with private beachesThe villas in Montego Bay are splendid properties that vary in size. You can find large villas of 12 bedrooms for big groups or small ones of 2 and 3 bedrooms for families and small groups. Enjoy the exclusivity of beach front private villas in residential areas like Lagoon, with state-of-the-art kitchens and open plan dining rooms joining the living room with large sliding windows that are like a cinema screen offering a picture-perfect view of the Caribbean Sea. Imagine having your morning coffee, an afternoon nap or a sip of your favourite cocktail at sunset on your own private beach. Make your dream come true! It is time to unpack, unwind and enjoy your villa in Montego Bay.
Travellers and activities
Picture-perfect beaches lined with palm trees is one of those memories we all want to have. In Montego Bay you can enjoy pristine white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, most of them with services and areas to relax or practice your favourite water sports. You can find from secluded and private beaches to party beaches. The popular Doctor’s Cave and its turquoise waters have that irresistible Jamaican appeal. Other beaches to enjoy are Aquasol Beach Park, Buccaneer Beach or Dead End, ideal for families with children. Dump-up beach, Cornwall beach and Tropical Bliss Beach are some of the best beaches for fun and a buzz of excitement. Besides the crystal clear waters and sugary white sands the concerts, the music and dance-offs are also part of the entertainment. A bit off-the-beaten path, Kent Avenue Beach is open to the public and it is a secluded beach to enjoy a quiet time by the water.
Montego Bay for diving loversTropical bays are popular for their fantastic scuba diving. Montego Bay is a paradise for snorkellers and divers. Montego Bay Marine Park is a protected area with beautiful reefs fringing the white sandy beaches. One of the most popular areas for scuba diving is Negril where you can see fantastic rock structures in the Arches and the Caves. Take some time to explore the underwater wealth, the great healthy reefs and spot some rays and sharks in stunning hideaways. A good place for beginners is the Surprise Reef, frequented by turtles and parrotfish. A diving experience in Montego Bay will meet the expectations of any novice or expert diver and the sensation will be so intense that will leave you longing for more!
Montego Bay got its name for one of two reasons. Some people think it was named after the coloniser, Montego de Salamanca, and some others believe that it comes from the Spanish phrase “Bahía de manteca” meaning Lard Bay. This was because during the 1600s there was a large-scale export of pigs’ fat.
Top 7 travel tips in Montego Bay
Montego Bay is not just about paradise beaches and secluded coves. Would you like a bit of fun? About 19 miles from Montego Bay, there is an exhilarating way to shoot the rapids on the Great River. If the speed is a bit too much, there is also a slower alternative, taking a guided river tour on bamboo rafts down the Martha Brae River and enjoy a drift down for 3 miles learning about the local flora and fauna along the way, having a dip in the water and a fabulous picnic. Float down Jamaica’s jungle rivers in style!
2. Take a day trip to Dunn’s River Falls & Nine MileNear Ocho Rios, about 180 metres of limestone terraces tumble down into the sea and regenerate from deposits of travertine rock. . This is one of Jamaica’s natural treasures - Dunn’s River Falls. They dome-shaped cataracts are one of a kind in the Caribbean so this is a must-do activity while in Jamaica. Cool off in the terraced pools and enjoy a natural gem. To complete your day you can combine the falls with a visit to Nine Mile, the birthplace of legendary Bob Marley and a night boat ride on the Luminous Lagoon.
3. Go ziplining in the jungleNeed a bit of adrenaline rush during your vacations? Experience a fun and exciting activity with a unique perspective of the jungle. Ziplining the tropical, jungle-canopied scenery will give you fantastic views of the countryside below your feet as well as that rush of adrenaline you are looking for. The tours include an off-road adventure and some fruit tasting. Wing through the treetops and enjoy the ride!
4. Gloucester Avenue: The Hip StripGloucester Avenue is also known as the Hip Strip. This famous street near Doctor's Cave Beach is lined with shops and heaving with tourists. If you are good at negotiating prices, browse the shops for a wide array of kitschy knick-knacks, visit the art galleries or have a drink at any of the cafés along this vibrant strip.
5. Ann Palmer: The White WitchLearn about Rose Hall, the most famous Great House of the island. Rose Hall was a former plantation house run by wicked Ann Palmer. She was an evil merciless woman who killed three of her husbands and countless slaves. It is said her ghost still wanders the house because of the curse the slaves put on her body, still buried on the grounds. Take a haunted night tour and enjoy this spooky but exciting activity!.
6. Take a bike tourThere are bike tours on offer to cycle around and discover the local flora and fauna. Start hiking up to Braco Hill and then, going down the mountain on the bike, making a little stop for a quick dip to cool off. Admire the views from the top, enjoy a day surrounded by nature and get some exercise.
7. Get a true taste of the tropics!The tropical shores of Montego Bay offer succulent produce for tasty dishes of the Caribbean cuisine. Jamaican food is enjoyed by locals and tourists alike. Try some Jerk chicken, red snapper in parchment paper, ackee and saltfish, curry goat, Jamaican Patty, Callaloo, pepperpot soup and gizzada. Consider these delicious options and raise your taste buds!