Hand-built seaside cottages
The property runs as an easygoing seaside compound, where colorful hand-built quarters meet the rhythms of an active fishing village.
“Jakes is more than a boutique hotel; it’s the heart and soul of the community.”
What it’s good at
Notable
Sally Henzell designed bohemian cottages studded with recycled glass bottles and mosaics.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and AFAR.
The appeal of Jake’s, in a nutshell, is that it’s more or less exactly what you would want a Jamaican boutique hotel to be like.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Calabash Bay sits directly outside, and quiet village lanes lead past local fishing boats resting on the sand.
The rooms
Mosquito netting hangs over each bed, and select cottages open onto seaside decks with outdoor soaking tubs.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Fresh seawater is pumped directly into the mosaic-tiled swimming pool each day, set beneath broad shade trees.
The spa
Four open-air treatment rooms sit right on the water's edge, with outdoor showers and mocha coffee body scrubs.
At the table
Jack Sprat serves wood-fired pizza and jerk snapper by the sea, and the thatched bar pours cold Red Stripe.
Small, cozy and away from the big resort towns, it’s a wonderful place to unwind.
How it began
The property takes its name from Jake, a pet parrot the founders were minding for a friend when building began.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
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.