Rainforest recording cabins
Timber cabins scatter down the lush hillside toward a private cove, where a working residential recording studio sets a laid-back creative tone.
“Seven double rooms make up this incredibly cool hotel, which has some serious music cred—No Doubt recorded its last album in the property's studio.”
Where it shines
Notable
Dark timber cabins with bright white interiors and Philippe Starck bathroom fixtures.
Notable
Portland parish roots bring Jamaican music prints and ackee breakfasts from the garden.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and AFAR.
This place was actually a recording studio first, where the likes of Gorillaz and Björk went away to focus on their music.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
The San San hillside sits five minutes by hotel shuttle from the white sands of Frenchman's Cove and ten minutes from Port Antonio.
The rooms
Treetop cabins and split-level rooms pair bright white interiors with hardwood decks, outdoor Jacuzzis, and sweeping views across the rainforest canopy.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
A curved infinity pool sits on a travertine deck amid rainforest canopy, looking out across the Caribbean Sea.
The gym
Wood paneling and skylights enclose cardio machines and a red punching bag, surrounded by dense greenery.
Restaurant
Bushbar
The open-air terrace serves Jamaican-Asian curries above the forest canopy, with a red pool table beside the bar.
This tiny hideaway overlooking the sea near Port Antonio originally served as a live-in recording studio for performers such as No Doubt, Alicia Keys, and Amy Winehouse.
How it began
Founded by music executive Jon Baker, the estate began as a private residential studio hosting global artists before opening as a hotel.
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Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.