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Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel for sun and fun
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Business centre
View from property
Pillow-top beds, individually decorated, desk, soundproofing
Exterior
Breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine, beach views

Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

6.8 out of 10
Guest amenities rating.
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
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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
  • Black River Heritage Buildings - 3 min drive
  • Parrotee Pond Mangroves - 14 min drive
  • Floyd's Pelican Bar - 20 min drive
  • YS Falls - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Montego Bay (MBJ-Sir Donald Sangster Intl.) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Vegas Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Bar - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Seafood Palace - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Donna Shrimp Spot - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪White House Fish Stop - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel

Hotel by the sea
A terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a black sand beach and beachfront dining. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, The Sago, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and ocean views. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a business centre.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach towels, tour/ticket information and luggage storage
  • Concierge services, wedding services and a front desk safe
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as safes and sound-insulated walls.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Parking on site (surcharge; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: USD 8 for adults and USD 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Sago

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 100 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 6 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 5

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 9 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 8 for adults and from USD 6 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 150 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 5 (subject to availability)
  • In-room safe fee: USD 50 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

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

Is Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for USD 5 (subject to availability).

Does Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 150 per vehicle applies.

Where is Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Black River hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Jamaica Beaches, Black River Heritage Buildings and High Street. Parrotee Pond Mangroves and Fonthill Nature Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 89 reviews" "

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 Good

todd

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful beach location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Susan

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oral Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

christabel

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Omar

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Owen

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great people. Clean cozy individual rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Harold

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

sherrie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Christine

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Dania

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Was a great choice for stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dyanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Naudrea

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Dukiemar

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Okay property
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Damion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our kind of people. So nice...
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

ANNIE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023