Hotel

Half Moon, A RockResort is a 400-acre luxury resort located on Jamaica’s Montego Bay area. This traditional resort features two miles of private, white-sand beach. In addition to spacious accommodations, Half Moon also offers guests Fern Tree Spa, a Robert Trent Jones Sr.-designed 18-hole golf course, Half Moon Golf Academy, Spinning studio, 13 tennis courts, equestrian centre, fitness centre, 54 swimming pools, a teen activity centre, the colourful Anancy Children’s Village, water sports, dolphin lagoon, shopping village, including 24-hour medical centre and more!

In addition, Half Moon is the leader in the Caribbean in ecological projects and is the first hotel to be inducted into the Caribbean Hotel Association’s Green Hotel Hall of Fame. The resort maintains a 20-acre nature reserve and along with a vibrant herb and vegetable garden and an array of fruit trees!

Winner of numerous awards for excellence Half Moon offers the highest standards throughout the resort. It is noteworthy that Half Moon, A RockResort has been awarded four diamonds by AAA for over 30 consecutive years – the only resort in the Caribbean to have earned such an achievement.

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Half Moon Resort Villas

Sea View

Lobby

Library

Deluxe Room

Villa Living Room

Villa Dining Room

Seagrape Restaurant Terrace

Sugarmill Restaurant

Sugarmill Restaurant (2)

Cedar Bar

Coffee Bar

Fitness Center

Fern Tree Spa

Yoga Pavilion

Dolphin Swimming

Sailing

Horse Riding

Equestrian Center

Tennis

Half Moon Golf

Half Moon Golf (2)

Half Moon Sunset

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Half Moon Resort Villas

Guest Rooms

Accommodations at Half Moon have an air of elegant informality with a blend of native island style. Furnishings are Queen Anne and Chippendale reproductions, made at the resort by local craftsmen in Jamaican Mahogany and highlighted by coordinated prints. The plantation-style buildings lend a cool, crisp touch to the lush green of the lawns and tropical gardens.

Guests choose accommodations from Four, Five, Six and Seven-bedroom Royal Villas.

Royal Villas are situated along picturesque Sunrise Beach, amid lush tropical gardens. Combining the comforts of home with the personalized service of an exclusive resort, each villa is staffed with a cook, housekeeper and butler. All are decorated with cool tropical colors and offer either view of the Caribbean Sea or well-manicured gardens. Each room has its own bath, shares a living room, and some offer a spacious central library. Villa guests have the use of all resort facilities and each villa has its own swimming pool.

Amenities

All rooms and suites at Half Moon are furnished with Colour Cable Television, Hair Dryer, Direct Dial Telephone with Data Ports, Magnified Shaving Mirrors, AM/FM Radios, 110V Electrical Outlets, Refrigerated Mini-Bar, Air Conditioning, In-Room Safe, Bathrobes, Iron/Ironing Board, Twice-daily maid and turn-down service, Balconies or Patios.

Bar/Dining

Three restaurants – the Seagrape Terrace, Sugar Mill and Il Giardino – are available for fine dining as well as an additional restaurant in the shopping center.

For a more informal setting, the La Baguette restaurant is located poolside at the Oleander Terrace.

Additional dining options include the casual Prince of Wales, an English-style pub.

Leisure Facilities

Half Moon offers an unparalleled range of activities for even the most discriminating traveller.

Fifty-one swimming pools, many assigned to private cottages, suites or villas. Also, Hibiscus Swim-Up Pool, Oleander Pool, and the Olympic-sized Lap Pool.

Watersports and Beach Activities: Snorkel, sail, dive, windsurf, water ski, kayak and cruise the Caribbean. The choice is yours at Half Moon. Our aquatic experts, Captains Watersports and Dive Centre, provide everything from equipment to certified instructors, as well as offering nearby dive sites that teem with a variety of fish, coral and caverns.

Thirteen Tennis courts and four international squash courts, with clinic and lessons available, Croquet lawn, putting green, jogging and cycling trails, basketball and volleyball courts, world-class equestrian centre, a fully-equipped gym with personal trainers, duty-free shopping and complete spa facilities. Also, 18 holes golf course and Golf Academy

Also at Half Moon, an unforgettable experience, Dolphin Lagoon offer an opportunity to come to meet, swim and even kiss the dolphins. Half Moon is the only resort in the Caribbean to offer this incredible experience, on-site.

Mountain Biking: Cycle the exciting Mount Zion trail, through scenic countryside, hills and valleys of the old Rose Hall Estate, catching spectacular views of the coastline.

Shopping: With 40 speciality shops and boutiques, Half Moon offers a fantastic selection of duty-free boutiques at The Shopping Arcade, near the Hotel Lobby and at the more extensive Half Moon Shopping Village, just a quick shuttle ride away.

Half Moon Shopping Arcade

Shops include:

Half Moon Logo Shop - Half Moon logoed gift items and souvenirs.

Resort Wear Gift Shop - Gift items, coffee, beach wear, souvenir items.

Traveller - Leather goods, gold and silver jewellery, sandals.

Pronto Mare - La Perla swimsuits, linen, jewellery, hats, men's clothing.

Casual Corner - Bathing suits, dresses.

Cigar Shop - Selection of genuine Cuban and Jamaican cigars.

Happy Moments - Liquor, art and crafts, paintings, men's clothing.

The Half Moon Shopping Village

Shops and restaurants include:

Akbar Restaurant - Thai and Indian cuisine, open for lunch and dinner.

Bijoux - Duty-free Jewellery and Perfumes.

Reggae Explosion - Film Show and Music from the Legendary Musician Bob Marley.

Casa d'Oro - Duty-free Jewellery and Perfumes.

Cigar Shop - Exquisite Cigars.

Commissary - Food, Sundries, Wine and Beer.

Envy - High-end ladies fashion.

Golden Nugget - Duty-free Jewellery and Perfumes.

Ventura Photo Studio - Photo Studio.

Local Area

Half Moon is located in the Rose Hall area, just 8 miles north of Montego Bay, and just 5 miles from Montego Bay (Sangster) International Airport.

Families

Anancy Children's Village

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The Anancy Children’s Village at Half Moon is themed on Jamaica’s fabled children’s character Anancy the Spider.

Borrowing from the funny spider made famous in Jamaican folklore, the new children’s play area is modeled after a village concept with buildings ablaze with a mosaic of brightly coloured hues guaranteed to enliven the senses of young visitors.

Anancy and his friends form the central theme around which activities and learning programmes are planned for children aged three to 12.

Programmes include puppet shows in Tacoomah Hut, cold refreshments in Patoo’s Lookout, creative classes in Artsy Kraftsy, and story telling in Tacoomah hut. At the Anancy Children’s Village, children will also have the opportunity to learn more about Jamaica in a safe, fun and captivating environment.

The Anancy Children’s Village at Half Moon includes shaded play areas, activity rooms, a wading pool, sand box, expansive outdoor play area with each activity supervised by a well-trained coordinator.

Personal babysitters and nannies are available with 24 hours notice.

There is also plenty for older children including tennis clinics, volleyball, nature walks, golf, squash, horseback riding and water sports galore. The Game Room, located at the Oleander Terrace is open 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. and offers a variety of video games.

The expansive landscaped grounds of Half Moon make for a perfect day of exploring on two wheels. Bike rentals for children are available at the Bicycle Tent.

Please ask your Ascot Golf Sales agent for more details, or to make any of the above reservations in advance of your visit to the Half Moon Resort.

Horse Riding

Half Moon Equestrian Center

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Equestrians of all levels are welcome to ride through the Half Moon (Montego Bay) Nature Reserve or along bridle paths that wind through the hills and valleys.

With 28 carefully selected and groomed mounts, experienced trail masters, a Polo Arena and Jumping Arena, Rocky Point Stables, Half Moon offers one of the finest equestrian experiences in the Caribbean.

Beach Rides: Pony Rides for children under 6 years...US$80.00.

Jungle Jaunt/Beginners: Start with a lesson in the Arena, then a short trek through the property...US$60.00.

Sand Shuttle: A short ride to the beautiful bay at Half Moon, along the beach glimpsing the dolphins. Approximately 1.5 hours...US$80.00 per person.

Instruction: The Half Moon Equestrian Centre provides instruction for all levels of riders. Lessons in Basic Dressage, Show Jumping and Polo are also available upon request...US$60.00 per hour.

Please ask your Ascot Golf Sales agent for more details, or to make a Horse Riding reservation in advance of your visit to the Half Moon Resort.

Spa

The Fern Spa

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The Fern Spa, opened in 2007, is the pride and joy of the wonderful Half Moon Resort, Rose Hall, Jamaica - a 68,000 sq ft facility with 9 luxurious treatment suites for massage, facials and body treatments.

"We have spared no expense in creating the finest spa in the Caribbean," said Richard Whitfield, Half Moon's Managing Director. "Throughout Half Moon's 50-plus year history, our guests have come to expect nothing but the best, Fern Tree's world-class treatments and design, paired with Half Moon's signature hospitality and service will be no exception."

The dedicated indoor and outdoor Fern Spa building features luxuriously appointed locker rooms with Sauna and Steam room, landscaped gardens, indoor swimming pool, Elder’s Spa Reading Library and a Spa Café.

Adjoining the Spa, is the state of the art Health & Fitness centre and full range of yoga, aerobic and pilates classes. Personal trainers are also available at the Centre as well as for in-room, private classes.

For discerning Spa visitors, why not request one of 6 Spa Suites for the duration of your stay, located within steps of the Fern Spa within this expansive resort.

Please view the Fern Spa brochure for a full listing of treatments and spa rituals.

Please ask your Ascot Golf Sales agent for further details, or to ensure availability at the Fern Spa for your visit to the Half Moon Resort, please include your Spa Preferences with your Ascot Golf Holiday Booking.

Scuba Diving

Captain's Water Sports And Dive Centre

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The Caribbean’s cool clear waters teem with tropical fish and vibrant coral, making it one of the world’s best environments for scuba diving and snorkelling all year round.

The luxurious Half Moon Resort is perfectly locate for diving enthusiasts with the Montego Bay Marine Park having been created to preserve the beauty of the surrounding waters.

Famous sights include the Widowmaker’s Cave which is accessed from 80feet below sea level and twists and turns back up to an exit point 35feet below sea level.

Guests at Half Moon Resort have access to the Captain’s Water Sports and Dive Centre from where they can explore the emerald blue waters and their varied marine life in complete safety, with guides, instruction and the latest equipment all provided.

Scuba Diving Lessons

Scuba Dives

Please ask your Ascot Golf Sales agent for more details, or to make a Scuba Diving reservation in advance of your visit to the Half Moon Resort.

Half Moon

Par: 72 Length: 7119 yards Course designer: Robert Trent Jones Snr

The great undulating greens of the Half Moon Course, challenging drives and breathtaking vistas are all typical of a Trent Jones Sr design. Recently renovated by architect Roger Rulewich, protégé to Jones, the course features newly aligned, multiple tee complexes as well as repositioned fairway and greenside bunkers. The greens demand special attention: while they are very playable, their shape and contour often force the better golfer to work the ball to get their approaches close to tucked pins, while leaving an opening for the novice player to run the ball in. That was one of Jones’ greatest talents – designing a course balanced enough to challenge the best in the world, yet playable for resort golfers.

White Witch

Par: 71 Length: 6859 yards Course designer: Robert Von Hagge and Rick Baril

The White Witch Golf Course is carved out of 600 acres of lush greenery and rugged hills with panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea. The course is the centrepiece of the Ritz Carlton Rose Hall Resort, situated around the mountains of Jamaica's historic Rose Hall Plantation. White Witch is considered one of the finest golf courses in the Caribbean and is named after the 19th century beauty, Annee Palmer, who owned the sugar plantation on which it stands. The course is conveniently located just 10 minutes from the Ritz Carlton.

Cinnamon Hill

Par: 72 Length: 6844 yards Course designer: Robert Von Hagge and Rick Baril

The Cinnamon Hill Golf Course (formerly Three Palms), is very much a contrast to the nearby White Witch course. With several holes running directly along the sea, it is less hilly and more open, with the cooling trade winds putting a premium on club selection. The layout moves from an open, windswept front nine into the lower elevations of the Blue Mountains on the back nine, where dense foliage traps the fairways of the incoming holes. Hole-names are both interesting and intimidating, and certainly memorable - such as 'Big Bamboo' - no 1, 'Dead and Gone' - no 4, 'Caribbean Ghost' - no 5 and 'Majestic Blue' - no 7. The course has been built on what once was a 400-acre sugar plantation, with remnants of the area's history, in the form of aqueducts, gravestones, and ruins of historic homes. At the second hole, the first of these landmarks, the former house of Annie Palmer (The White Witch of Rose Hall), sits on the hill that forms a backdrop for the short hole. Few golf resorts in the world boast such a spectacular setting, and few architects have been able to accomplish such an excellent routing to take full advantage of the land. An exceptional caddie program only enhances the overall experience.