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Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel in Black River with restaurant, bar/lounge

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Breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine, beach views
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Pillow-top beds, individually decorated, desk, soundproofing
Nestled on a black sand beach, Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel offers an idyllic retreat with ocean views. Bask in the sun at The Sago restaurant or unwind with a cocktail at the bar while taking advantage of WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Beach towels
  • Self parking
  • Business centre
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Pillow-top beds, individually decorated, desk, soundproofing

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Pillow-top beds, individually decorated, desk, soundproofing

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

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Pillow-top beds, individually decorated, desk, soundproofing

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
Parottee Road, A2, Black River, Saint Elizabeth

What's nearby

  • Jamaica Beaches - 10 min walk
  • High Street - 3 min drive
  • Bubbling Spring Mineral Bath - 11 min drive
  • Parrotee Pond Mangroves - 13 min drive
  • YS Falls - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Montego Bay (MBJ-Sir Donald Sangster Intl.) - 124 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Vegas Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Seafood Palace - ‬3 min drive
  • Pelican Bar
  • ‪White House Fish Stop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Donna Shrimp Spot - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel

Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Jamaica Beaches. For a bite to eat, guests can visit The Sago, which serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 20 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (9 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • On-site self-parking (includes in/out privileges; fees apply)
    • On-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
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Off-site

    • Area shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Safari nearby
  • Boat tours nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room
  • Conference space (100 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Beach towels

Facilities

  • 6 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio
  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (surcharge)

Special features

Dining

The Sago – This beachfront restaurant specialises in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8 for adults and USD 6 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 150 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 5 (subject to availability)
  • Safes in guest rooms can be used for USD 50 per stay

Parking

  • Self-parking is available for an extra charge
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Also known as

Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel Black River
Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel
Idlers' Rest Beach Black River
Idlers' Rest Beach
Idlers Rest Beach Hotel
Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel Hotel
Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel Black River
Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel Hotel Black River

Frequently asked questions

Does Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel?

Yes, there's self parking on site (charges apply). Motorhome/coach/lorry parking is available.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 150 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 5 (subject to availability). Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as boat tours. Additional recreation nearby includes safari tours and ecotours. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel?

Yes, The Sago offers beachfront dining, local and international cuisine and ocean views.

Does Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel like?

Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel is located a short 10-minute walk from Jamaica Beaches.

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Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Beautiful beach location
todd, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Was a great choice for stay.
Dania, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great people. Clean cozy individual rooms.
Seth, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Quaint little beach hotel
This hotel is on a secluded beach in a little beach town. The staff is accommodating and quite welcoming. Make sure to order your meals 12 hours in advance. This is a really nice place to stay.
sherrie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful and quiet!
Andre, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff at Idlers Rest was extremely helpful and so kind and accommodating, especially Maxine !! Husband and I stayed for a week and was greeted every morning with delicious breakfast and hot coffee. Dinner was no different! Maxine makes the best brown stew chicken hands down! We will be returning!
Roger, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This property is a hidden jewel. Very quiet and very peaceful. Not in the heart of the town, with all the hustle and bustle. But close enough to the historical town of Black River, the capital of St. Elizabeth parish. Also a little historical fact, it was the first town to receive electricity. The property is near to famous attractions such as Black River Safari, YS falls, Jamaica Zoo, and Holland Bamboo. Love this property!
Shannon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a quite an calm environment
Samuel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This property is not fancy, but it is clean and peaceful. The staff is excellent and the food is delicious! We spent most of the time relaxing on the gorgeous beach. It was so nice, we didn’t want to leave! Maxine, Dunkley, and Ruchelle were exceptional! I suggest bringing an extension cord, as there are not many outlets. A collapsible cooler would also be handy as there is not a refrigerator in the room. We will definitely be back!
Oral Robert, 10-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I had an excellent experience, the staff is friendly, the dinner options were fantastic, the food was yummy, I was treated like family. Juliet helped me get transportation, I went out on three excursion, Black River is close by, I got to swim in the Caribbean Sea, I'm planning my trip back.
Michael, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great little comfortable place on the beach
The staff can’t be nicer or more helpful. The beach is beautiful. Juliet, the owner is super accommodating and helped with every aspect from cabs to tours and things we needed on the property. She was very good at explaining details about things you may not know about so you’re prepared.
Dyanne, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Our kind of people. So nice...
Robert, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Okay property
Dukiemar, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was super nice and the place has such good character and ambiance. If you are looking for a quiet stress free getaway for a weekend this is a great place. It’s not the Ritz or the W but if you love nature, the beach and just kicking back then this is the place. Just bring mosquito repellent because they are vicious here. Lots of great food and entertainment nearby. Much less congested and busy than the North Coast or Mobay
Jacqueline, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Laid back
Had a wondweful sray and will be going back, very relaxing and laid back, If your looking for a real taste of jamaica, then this is it very unique setting,, be prepared for mosqitos at night due to the wondeful foilGe of plantz and trees, lavender oil and spray will repel them
Lorna, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Idlers Rest is essentially what you see in any other review, it's good for what it is and the location is not terrible. Where they excel they excel wonderfully but they're shortcomings are also as dramatic. I particularly did not enjoy hearing the dogs bark and the roosters crow throughout the night. However overall it was a comfortable enough stay where is it.
Owen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Idlers Rest is the best!!
We had an amazing experience. The staff went above and beyond to make our stay a memorable one. We attended a wedding for a family member. Even though it really ran late, the staff was very patient and stuck it out with us. Kudos to the kitchen staff, front desk clerk and even security. Idlers Rest is the place to be and a great wedding destination. We enjoyed our stay!! Awesome
ANNIE, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Ok place to stay, avoid if you are an animal lover
Overall we had an ok stay, the breakfast and coffee was good. Plenty of parking. We could use their fridge for our drinks. We did change rooms as our original room was a bit dark with lack of natural light. The 2nd room was brighter, even better once my husband cleaned the windows. We were very upset to see large terrapins crowed in a small pond without room to hardly move. Chickens kept in a small enclosure, birds in cages and two beautiful dogs chained up day and night both desperate for some human interaction, stimulation and love. If you are an animal lover you may find this distressing.
Susan, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

I basically just sleep there i didnt hang around for long. First nite was fine place look decent but the second morning i saw a lot of bugs. I wont starly ther again as this was a 1 time situation
Gillian, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

The place was not clean overall. Understaffed. Toilet issues, television does not work, Wi-Fi is pointless, mosquitoes everwhere. Place just not properly maintained. No staff to attend to you at night.
Hughton, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

I love that the hotel is right on the Beach. Every day I would walk almost the full length of the beach. Very relaxing. The breakfast area overlooks the beach. Amazing view. There are a few seafood resturants along the beach. You could actually walk to them or take a taxi. We went by taxi to eat but I passed them every morning while walking. Juliet the manager is very accommodating and receptive to suggestions. We ended up in a large room/ suite with a sitting area and a large bathroom at no extra cost. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Sister and Daughter (their call names) are the housekeepers/ cooks and very helpful. Sister cooked some sumptuous Jamaican breakfast upon request for an additional cost. The hotel itself is very pretty and Caribbean colorful. Lots of pretty colorful foliage around the hotel. Hotel could use some updating such as better lighting in the rooms, accessible electrical outlets for electronics, good WiFi and some countertop in the bathroom area for toiletries. Better drainage when it rains. One night we had to wade through water to get to our room. There is no public transportation. Hotel staff arranges taxi service which is reasonable. Overall I would return.
Debra, 5-night trip

4/10 Fair

christabel, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Omar, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Harold, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Christine, 2-night trip