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Jakes
It’s the kind of place which aesthetically seems to have more or less assembled itself organically over the years, without much in the way of design. And the experience is an unstructured one as well; forget about scheduled activities and forced hedonism. Here you unwind on the shore or by the pool, at your own pace.
The cottages feel private and secluded, but not ostentatiously so. Even those with outdoor tubs on their sea-view decks feel more like lucky finds than five-star extravagances. It’s proof that it doesn’t take solid-gold bathtub taps to attract a top-flight crowd — the guest book at Jake’s lists some bona fide beautiful people, who are here for the atmosphere rather than the amenities.
You’re at the south end of the island, which is a bit on the remote side — expect an entertaining voyage from the airport. But Jake’s is, refreshingly, anything but solitary. Here locals and guests mix, in a good way — hole up by the pool if you like, or head out for cheap beers and some of the real Jamaica’s famous street cuisine.
How to get there: Jakes guests have the option to fly into the private Lionel Densham Aerodrome, owned by Jakes (10 minutes’ drive). Guests can also fly into Montego Bay Airport and transfer can be arranged for $130 for 2, each way (a two-hour drive). If flying into Kingston, transfer can be arranged for $195 for 2, each way (a 2.5-hour drive).
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Guest Score & Reviews
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Everything about it ! Casual, authentic and charming
Second year at Jakes. It’s a very unique and special place. If you like all inclusive Sandals type resorts stay away. If you like a laid back vibe in a Jamaican community where the people we friendly and genuine then this is your place and your people. Staff are wonderful, caring and helpful. Big up Yvonne and the rest of the Jakes team. Food is fresh and good too!
The setting is paradise, if you want to see the REAL Jamaica before all the big resorts took over the coast line then this is your place! Expect the most amazing service and a landscape which is just breath taking. Make sure you get out and explore “The Bread Basket” of Jamaica
The rooms were quite charming and amazing to be right on the sea like that, however with rough waves crashing on the terrace all night long it was impossible to get any sleep! The food was very good - healthy, creative, local and satisfying
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