Goldeneye Hotel & Resort

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• Jmlopezg

  05 agosto 2017
  Muy buena Estructura, podría mejorar el servicio

  Goldeneye es un muy lindo hotel, Nos toco que Clayton nos recibiera en el aeropuerto que es sin dudas lo mejor del hotel. A mi criterio tiene muchos temas de gestión para solucionar. Igualmente recomendable

  

• 595marshac

  24 octubre 2020
  Words can't describe!

  We stayed here for a weekend and honestly it was amazing! Word of advice, spend the extra money and stay on the lagoon. We swam day and night in the lagoon. We couldn't see any of the neighbors and it was like we were on our own private island. There are kayaks by the room for you to use whenever you like, which we did several times. We only saw 2 other couples there so it honestly felt like we had the resort to ourselves. The staff's service was impeccable. When ordering dinner they are willing to make changes to the menu without any issues. I didn't really want a particular side and they were able to change it for me. It would take a little bit more time to make but we weren't in a rush anyway, too busy enjoying the lagoon, chatting and reconnecting. I would recommend 100 times over, just an absolute gem!

  

• Gary H

  01 diciembre 2020
  Special place full of history

  Is Goldeneye perfect? No. But once you stay here and leave you realize just how special and unique this place is. It is full of history and culture and is a truly unique slice of Jamaica and the Caribbean you wont find anywhere else. Do yourself a favor, before or during your trip to Goldeneye Resort read the book "Goldeneye" By Micheal Parker, it is a fantastic read that will provide you will the history and context of both the property, Jamaica, and Ian Fleming and will help you tie it all together. Definitely helps with appreciating what the property is. This place is not for those who are seeking an ultra-luxe bend over backwards service type of vacation. It is rustic luxury at its best, it is true Jamaican hospitality and it is a property exuding in history and family fun. Room rec: Beach hut #42, if not definitely splurge for a Lagoon cottage/ villa. While over all, very good protocols and measures being taken for COVID and the resort felt clean, there were times when things could have been better. Masks are meant to cover BOTH nose and mouth, a lot of times the staff were not covering their nose, and since most guests dont wear masks, its probably best for the staff's own health to cover their nose. One time housekeeping knocked to check on me but without a mask. There is inconsistent practice on sanitizing pens before guests sign bills, some staff did this, others did not. But on a whole, I was impressed. That also being said, while the service here isnt any Aman proactive style, it is super friendly and professional and any and all requests will be met with a "yeah, man." Everyone says hello or will reply if you greet them, every checks in on you, even the management team like Stuart. Remember this place is not striving to be an ultra luxe Aman or four seasons. My trip was off to a banging start with airport pick up from Micheal aka Pops, so energetic and welcoming and upon knowing my interest in Bond, history and Jamaican culture basically spent the entire 2.5 hour drive throwing trivia at me, pointing important places out and explaining Jamaican history and culture to me. What a way to arrive. The hotel was not as efficient in answering emails/ understanding some of my concerns/ questions but nonetheless they delivered on my requests when I made my booking and were nonetheless very accommodating. I booked a Hut Life package, and was very fortunate to have been assigned beach hut #42, which if you ask me is the absolute best beach hut there is on the property, definitely try and request this one if you book a regular beach hut, otherwise try for #41/43/44/45. The others are simply not as private nor do they actually face any ocean/beach and as such less worth it IMHO. The beach hut was larger and more comfortable than expected. I had read there were no A/Cs but it appears they since installed them. Supposedly the TVs have apple TV with all Bond films loaded, but this was not the case in my room, likely due to COVID. The best and pillows are super comfy, though the bed is actually quite high even for me at 5'10. My first night both my TV and Sonos speakers were broken, but this was quickly fixed by the mechanic. Would have also appreciated a slightly more thorough room walkthrough or an electronic resort/room guide and directory since they no longer provide this due to COVID, which I appreciate but I had no idea the Sonos system needed the app to work. I had also read here was a Chris Blackwell playlist on the Sonos you could play, but I didnt find it, though his playlists exist on Spotify and they are fantastic, of course. Food over all is mediocre and overpriced, but that is expected though not terrible when compared to other Caribbean places. Breakfast though is incredible, especially their Jamaican Ackee and Saltfish breakfast.Eating breakfast and sipping incredible Blue Mountain coffee on the veranda in my hut facing Snorkeler's cove in the morning was pure bliss.At evenings I'd switch to a few drams of the delicious Blackwell Rum, so good I bought 2 handles at the airport. Another win are the cocktails, those are worth the price. Gazebo food is really something you can skip unfortunately, just not good, though it is here that I spotted Chris Blackwell himself! Bizot bar is where its at, and during COVID those are you alternate options each night. The resort is quite large and there are so many things to do. Kayak/paddle board and swim in the lagoon is a must. What other hotel can you swim or kayak or paddle board up to the spa?! If you are in luck and the Fleming villa is not booked, definitely join the free tours available on Saturdays and Thursdays, it is an incredible property and sitting at Fleming's desk where he wrote all 14 Bond novels is simply surreal for a Bond fan. The mosquito situation is not as bad as I had expected but still bring repellent and definitely use that net when sleeping. Over all you just begin to relax the moment you arrive. Surrounded by nature, amazing Jamaican people, great cocktails, delicious Jamaican food at Bizot and wonderful secluded areas to relax. At many points during my stay I really did feel like the only person there. You realize why Ian Fleming fell in love with this plot of land as well as the country. You not only at time feel like Bond, but you also get a sense of what it might have been like to visit Jamaica before the giant white concrete all-inclusives took over Montego Bay. Whats more is that this place is suitable for all types of travelers, family, solo, friends or couples. I cant wait to return, hopefully post-COVID to fully experience it and hopefully return with a group of family and friends to stay at the Fleming Villa.

  

• djselfborn

  21 enero 2021
  We love everything about this place!

  The best 6 days I've had walking this earth! The lagoon cottage is right off a postcard. Laurel, our driver, made our trip extra special with her great conversation and knowledge of Jamaica... She is a big reason we will be back to Goldeye very soon!

  

• Parisatheart

  02 marzo 2021
  Amazing property with amazing staff

  Beautiful expansive property with gorgeous accommodations, beaches. people. Thank you to Fiona, Richard, Conroy and Loriel for making our trip so special. We felt catered to at every step; this place was personal and we felt like family from the moment we stepped on property.