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Gran Bahia Principe Jamaica

Jamaica

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4 Nights with Air from $929 was $1279 - All Inclusive

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It's time to let your hair down as warm Jamaican breezes wash over you. Leave your worries behind and step onto the beau ... More

Customer Rating 51 Reviews
Value
 
4.4
Service
 
4.0
Beaches & Pools
 
4.4
Dining Options
 
3.7
Room Comfort
 
4.2
4.2 out of 5
"My husband and I really enjoyed our stay with the beautiful view, gracious staff and wonderful beaches (small but nice)." – merlin
52 out of 61 (85%) customers would recommend this product to a friend. Read All Reviews

Room Information

There are 834 spacious Victorian-style rooms of three varieties: Junior Suite Superior, Junior Suite Sea View and Club Golden. The Junior Suite Superior rooms are fully-equipped with either two full-size beds or one king-size bed, both with canopy. Their fully-fitted bathroom has a hydro massage tub and separate shower, magnifying mirror, hair dryer, amenities and telephone. The rooms also have air conditioning and ceiling fan, satellite TV, direct-dial telephone (external calls with charge), alarm clock, iron and ironing board, mini-bar, sitting room with sofa bed, safe (with charge) and balcony or terrace. The Junior Suite Superior Sea View rooms have the same set-up as the Junior Suites, but with incredible sea views. The Club Golden rooms have all the comforts of a Junior Suite Superior but their guests get a private reception with welcome cocktail, a special bracelet to identify them, 24-hour room service, private telephone helpline, evening turn-down service, coffee maker, towels for the beach and pool (the day of arrival), bathrobe and slippers, safe, Internet and international press in the Club House.

The Club Golden Principe concept offers added value. Club Golden rooms are the same size as the regular Junior Suites but are located on the top 4th and 5th floors. A superior view is not guaranteed but often given. Internet access is provided in the Club rooms (for a fee). Other added values are as follows: 24 hr room service, bathrobes, slippers, coffee makers, beach towels placed in the room, and additional reservations for the a la carte restaurants. Club Golden Principe guests have a different colored identification bracelet.

Room Details

Junior Suite Superior
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Junior Suite Superior Sea View
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Junior Suite Club Golden
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What's to Love

Gran Bahia Principe Jamaica Hotel only offers suites, so these rooms not only look great, but are huge enough for the whole family.

 

What We'd Change

The beach is a little pebbly, so make sure you bring your water shoes. The upside is that it makes for truly excellent snorkeling right off shore.

 

Why You Should Go

There's always something to do at a resort this big: sunbathe au naturel at the beach, lounge at the pool, or enjoy Pueblo Principe's nightlife.

Available Amenities

  • Activities/Tours Assistance
  • Car Rental Available
  • Banquet Facilities
  • Beach
  • Business Center ($)
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • Child Care/Babysitting Services ($)
  • Children's Pool
  • Concierge Services
  • Conference Facilities
  • Cribs Available on Request
  • Currency Exchange
  • Daily Maid Service
  • Fitness/Exercise Room
  • Gift Shop
  • Jacuzzi
  • Kayaks
  • Kids Club
  • Laundry Services ($)
  • Lounge Chairs/Umbrellas
  • Nightly Entertainment
  • Scuba Certification ($)
  • Snorkeling
  • Swim-Up Bar(s)
  • Internet Access ($)
  • Swimming Pool(s)
  • Tennis Court(s)
  • Tropical Gardens
  • Scuba Diving ($)
  • Windsurfing
  • Sailing
  • Fishing
  • Aerobics
  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • Sauna
  • Dance Classes
  • Medical Services ($)
  • Jet Skis ($)
  • Disco
  • 6 Restaurants
  • 8 Bars/Lounges
  • Porter/Bellhop
  • Shopping
  • Elevators
  • Fax Machine ($)
  • Spa ($)
  • Beach Towels
  • Catamarans
  • Handicap Room Available
  • Wedding Services $$ -- Pre-arrange directly with resort
  • Business Services ($)
  • Honeymoon Packages $$ -- Pre-arrange directly with resort
  • Beach Volleyball
  • Watersports Center
  • Wireless Hi-Speed Internet Access ($)
  • Amenities Subject to Change, with or without notice
  • Complimentary Full American Breakfast
  • Free Parking
  • Introductory Scuba Lesson
  • Additional Fees for some amenities may be required


Nearby Excursions & Attractions

  • Bars in the Area
  • Dive Shop Close by
  • Fitness Center Nearby
  • Golf Nearby
  • Jet Ski Rental Nearby
  • Marina Close by
  • Motor Boating Nearby
  • Nightclubs in Area
  • Parasailing Nearby
  • Restaurants/Bars Nearby
  • Sailing Nearby
  • Scuba Diving Nearby
  • Shops/Shopping in Area
  • Snorkeling Nearby
  • Water Skiing Nearby
  • Windsurfing Nearby

Map of Local Area

Gran Bahia Principe Jamaica

Salt Coppers Villa

+876 973 7000

Hotel Description

Gran Bahia Principe Jamaica: All Inclusive Fun for the Family

It's time to let your hair down as warm Jamaican breezes wash over you. Leave your worries behind and step onto the beautiful shores of Runaway Bay, where the all-suite Gran Bahia Principe Jamaica offers all inclusive access to a lake-style, beachfront pool with two swim-up bars for their popular dirty banana cocktails. Between Pueblo Principe shopping and Principito Mini Club for kids, there's fun for everyone at this Victorian-style resort.

Drop off the luggage, grab a swimsuit and head for the private beach: the water in front of the resort is great for snorkeling. Palapas and lounge chairs are available for chilling out, and you can get rid of those pesky tan lines in the au-naturel beach. Head over to the gigantic, beachfront pool for a Red Stripe from one of the two swim-up bars, while the kids splash in the separate kiddie pool. When you've worked up an appetite, try the delicious fare at six restaurants: spicy quail at Garden Grill Steak House is mouth-watering, and a hearty dish of spaghetti keeps the kids happy at Dolce Vita. For an authentic treat, try jerk chicken at the snack bar. The easy fun carries on after sunset at Pueblo Principe, home to the Sports Bar and mini casino if you're feeling lucky, the Karaoke Piano Bar lets you belt out the lyrics to your favorite tunes and Calypso Theatre has dance shows.

Drop the kids off at Principito for face painting and video games while you board a catamaran, go windsurfing or paddle out in a kayak. Book an excursion to Port Antonio and The Blue Lagoon (yes, like the movie) for jaw-dropping sights before heading back to Bahia Spa for a Turkish bath or relaxing massage with ganja oil.

After a day of adventure, the four-poster beds and hydro-massage tubs in the 834 Victorian-style suites have you relaxed and ready for bed in no time. Upgrade to Club Golden for Junior Suite Club Golden: a room with a killer view and 24-hour room service!

Other Details

Location

Located 75 minutes from Montego Bay's Airport and 2.5 hours from Kingston.

Check-In/Check-Out

Check-in: 3pm. Check-out: noon

A valid credit card may be required upon check-in for possible incidentals not included in your hotel reservation.

A three-night minimum stay required at this resort.

Age Restrictions

Please be aware that at least one person per room must be 21 years of age or older to check in, and the hotel reserves the right to request a passport or official ID as proof of age. If travel is booked and no one fulfills this requirement, you will be denied check-in at this resort.

No student groups under 18 years old or spring-break groups are accepted.

Nude Sunbathing

One section of the beach is available for nude sunbathing.

Club Golden Principe

The Club Golden rooms have all the comforts of a Junior Suite Superior but their guests get a private reception with welcome cocktail, a special bracelet to identify them, 24-hour room service, private telephone helpline, evening turn-down service, coffeemaker, towels for the beach and pool (the day of arrival), bathrobe and slippers, safe, Internet access and international press in the Club House.

    Club Golden Principe guests have a different-colored identification bracelet.

    A La Carte Dining

    The number of reservations at the a la carte restaurants depend on the length of your stay and the room type reserved.

    Jr. Suite:

    • Stay four-to-six nights: receive two a la carte dining options
    • Stay seven-to-nine nights: receive three a la carte dining options
    • Stay 10-11 nights: receive four a la carte dining options

    Club Golden:

    • Stay three nights: receive two a la carte dining options
    • Stay four-to-six nights: receive three a la carte dining options
    • Stay seven nights: receive four a la carte dining options

    Days of service vary for all a la carte restaurants.

    All Inclusive

    The All Inclusive Plan Features:

    • All meals, snacks, local drinks and cocktails in all the restaurants and bars within the hotel complex
    • Wide selection of unlimited local drinks, beer and soft drinks in the hotel's bars until 2am (Premium drinks with extra charge)
    • Three a la carte dinners in any of the specialty restaurants per week of stay with prior reservation
    • Towel, umbrella and hammock services in the swimming pool and beach zones
    • Mini bar with water soft drinks and beer, refreshed once daily
    • One hour of the following sports per day: windsurfing, day tennis, snorkeling, kayaks, catamarans, and bicycles
    • One free hour per client per stay: scuba diving lesson in the pool
    • Day and evening entertainment
    • Taxes and gratuities

    Not included:

    • Motorized sports and vehicles
    • Babysitting service 24 hours (on request, children under 12)
    • Safety-deposit box
    • Laundry
    • Medical services
    • Telephone calls, faxes
    • Exchange services
    • Premium/imported drinks
    • Services and products at Pueblo Principe
    • All services and products not specified as included above.

    Club Golden Clients Exclusive:

    • All the services of the all-inclusive package
    • Privileged location on the top floors
    • An exclusive private room (games and books)
    • Welcome menu and a special identification bracelet
    • Exclusive reception and welcome drink
    • Safe
    • Private help line
    • International press in the Club House
    • Free Internet access in the Club House 30 minutes a day
    • Four dinners in any of the A la carte restaurants per week (booking required and formal dress for men)
    • Coffee machine in the room
    • Mini bar with daily replenishment
    • 24-hour room service
    • VIP Services in the room
    • Bathrobe and slippers in the room
    • Beach towels in the room (the day of your arrival)
    • Evening turn-down service.

    Dining

    Name: Orquidea
    Type: Buffet
    Hours: Breafast, Daily 7am-10:30am; Lunch, Daily 1pm-3pm; Dinner, Daily 6:30pm-9:30pm
    Description: The resort's main restaurant, offering an International buffet with ocean views. Dinner features theme nights spotlighting a different country's cuisine.

    Dress code: men must wear long pants, no open-toed shoes or sleeveless shirts.

    Name: Mikado
    Type: Japanese
    Hours: Dinner, Daily 6:30pm-9:30pm
    Description: Specialty a la carte Japanese restaurant featuring teppanyaki-style cooking.

    Dress code: men must wear long pants, no open-toed shoes or sleeveless shirts.

    Days of service vary for all a la carte restaurants. Reservations are required for all a la carte restaurants.

    Name: The Garden Grill Steakhouse
    Type: Steakhouse
    Hours: Dinner, Daily 6:30pm-9:30pm
    Description: Specialty a la carte Steak House restaurant.

    Dress code: men must wear long pants, no open-toed shoes or sleeveless shirts.

    Days of service vary for all a la carte restaurants. Reservations are required for all a la carte restaurants.

    Name: Dolce Vita
    Type: Italian
    Hours: Dinner, Daily 6:30pm-9:30pm
    Description: A la carte restaurant where you can enjoy conventional Italian cuisine.

    Dress code: men must wear long pants, no open-toed shoes or sleeveless shirts.

    Days of service vary for all a la carte restaurants. Reservations are required for all a la carte restaurants.

    Name: Burger Principe
    Type: Fast food
    Hours: Daily 11pm-7am
    Description: Serving soft drinks and fast food for the late-night crowd.

    Name: Don Pablo
    Type: Gourmet
    Hours: Dinner, 6:30pm-9:30pm
    Description: Specialty gourmet a la carte restaurant where guests can enjoy experimental cuisine and modernist design. Dress code: men must wear long pants, no open-toed shoes or sleeveless shirts.

    Days of service vary for all a la carte restaurants. Reservations are required for all a la carte restaurants.

    Bars

    The resort has eight bars throughout the property, including two swim-up bars, a Sports Bar, a Karakoe Piano Bar, a Snack Bar, a Lobby bar, a bar by the amphitheater and the Ska Disco, which features authenic Jamaican reggae. All bars open until 2am.

    Extra charges are required for premium drinks.

    Pools

    There are two lake-type, beachfront swimming pools that connect and surround the main building, plus a children's section. One pool has three Jacuzzis, and there are also two swim-up bars. Large solariums and gardens with sunshades and loungers are available for relaxing.

    Beach

    The resort is set upon a beautiful white sand beach and offers several beach activities daily including snorkeling, kayaking, catamarans, windsurfing, scuba classes and jet skis. If you are looking to soak up the sun, you can relax on one of the resort's many beach recliners or sit under an umbrella and enjoy a cocktail.

    There is also an au-naturel beach available for nude sunbathers.

    Spa Services

    The new Bahia SPA health and beauty center is next to the beach at one end of the hotel. This center has three massage and treatment rooms, two saunas (one for men and another for women), two Jacuzzis (one hot and the other cold) with marvelous sea views and a fully equipped gym, also with sea views. Enjoy a relaxing massage or change your image by styling your hair with typical Caribbean dreadlocks.

    Spa services require an extra charge, but access to the gym is part of the resort's all inclusive plan.

    Water activities

    Guest may enjoy one free hour per day of non-motorized water activities, including snorkeling, kayaking, use of catamarans and windsurfing. Guests are also welcome to try the scuba diving equipment in the resort's pool.

    Honeymoon Bonus

    Honeymooning guests who travel from Feb 17, 2011-Dec 23, 2012, will receive a fruit plate in room upon arrival, one bottle of tequila or rum and a one-category room upgrade (on request and subject to availability at time of check-in).

    Terms and Conditions: Must be within six months of original wedding date. Couples must present proof of marriage (marriage certificate) at the resort upon check-in and at time of dinner reservation with concierge desk.

    Please request HONEYMOON in the Special Request field when making your reservation. All terms and conditions must be met to receive this package.

    Child Care

    In the Principito mini-club for kids there are daily activities including a mini discotheque, crafts, face painting and video games. The mini club is open from 10am-5pm and is for children ages 4-12.

    Babysitting services are also available for an extra charge for children 3 and under.

    Golf

    The nearest golf course to the resort is Breezes Runaway, a golf course with 18 holes which is only five minutes from the hotel.

    Also nearby is Rose Hall Golf Course, with 54 holes, located on the northern coast of Jamaica only 30 minutes from the hotel.

    The White Witch Golf Course is also only 30 minutes from the hotel, along with its sister course, Cinnamon Hills. Both are 18-hole courses.

    All golf activities will require additional charges.

    Wedding Services

    A wedding gazebo is available. Contact the resort directly.

    Night Life

    There is an amphitheater at the resort that features nightly live shows.

    Exercise Facilities

    There is a gym located near the spa with a full range of equipment for cardio workouts or weight training. A variety of land sports are also available, including tennis, soccer and volleyball.

     

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