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Goldeneye Resort

3.0 of 5
Oracabessa | St, Mary, Oracabessa, Jamaica
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34 reviews 34 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW via mobile

We stayed in a lagoon cottage and loved it. Waking up in the morning and jumping in for a swim was a big highlight. I was a really big fan of the fact that there are only a certain number of people here at a given time. The garbage places lile sandals where there are close to 1,000 people all... More

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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

GoldenEye is truly incredible in every way. We are well traveled and these were our favorite accommodations hands down. We stayed in both the a lagoon cottage and beach front and discussed over and over which we preferred because they were different but each so perfect. The lagoon cottages are super tranquil... swimming and kayaking right off your porch is... More

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London, United Kingdom
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4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

lagoon cottages are perfect for privacy. Beach cottages perfect for families. Picturesque views througout the property. Service is very good. Not typical Jamaican resort. Will likely see a celebrity chilling beside you by the infinity pool.

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Island Outpost never lets us down. We just spent 4 nights in Lagoon Suite 10 and had an amazing experience. While this place was a stretch for our budget, it has been on my bucket list for many years. Traveling in the off season on a great special offer made it possible for us. As previously mentioned, the beauty of... More

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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

I can't praise GoldenEye enough. We got there with very high expectations (which can be dangerous) and they were not only met but exceeded by a mile. The setting is absolutely spectacular (yes the sea is a bit rocky - bring a pair of Swims or stick to the lagoon if you have delicate feet), the rooms are great (all... More

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New York City, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

We just returned from 5 days at Goldeneye. We stayed in Lagoon Villa #7. I felt that the lagoon suites were more private than the beach cottages. It’s the best of both worlds in that you are able to swim, snorkel, kayak etc in the lagoon right off of your private porch or deck, but if you feel like laying... More

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Toronto, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

Without a doubt the best resort i have ever stayed at. Accommodations, views, beaches, service, and food all second to none. Second time visiting was even better than the first. Have now stayed both on the beach and the lagoon...and can't make my mind up which i like better. Can't wait to go back.

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Toronto, Canada
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5 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

I can't say enough about Goldeneye. Incredible setting, fantastic food, fabulous rooms and great environment. We just got and I had to let everyone know about my stay: Setting-Great white sand beach with nice pools surrounding it. Lagoon is also very unique. I swam the 1 mile around the island which was alot of fun. Food-Every meal we had was... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013 via mobile

I wanted to love Goldeneye but unfortunately it missed the mark for me. I had read the comments on trip advisor prior to arrival so I had realistic expectations. But for $1,000 per night there were too many issues, even though the lagoon suites are lovely and the employees are very friendly and accommodating. Negatives for me: Upon arrival we... More

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GEAdmin, Manager at Goldeneye Resort, responded to this review
18 April 2013

Dear Lynne S, Thank you for taking the time to write your review, especially the areas of concern which you highlighted. We are terribly sorry that you did not fully enjoy your stay with us and we have already taken steps to remedy some of the points you mentioned. We do hope that you will return and allow us to... More

London, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

We just had our wedding at Goldeneye and what a great decision it was. We dealt with Geraldine Ridley ("Gerry") and she did such an amazing job. We are from London so everything had to be organized from afar and across many timezones. We did not have a wedding planner so it was just Gerry and us. Gerry was responsive,... More

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Additional Information about Goldeneye Resort

Also Known As:
Goldeneye Hotel Oracabessa
Goldeneye Hotel
Goldeneye Hotel Ocho Rios
Goldeneye Resort Ocho Rios
Goldeneye Resort Jamaica/Saint Mary Parish - Oracabessa
Address: Oracabessa | St, Mary, Oracabessa, Jamaica
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Region: Caribbean > Jamaica > Saint Mary Parish > Oracabessa
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Kitchenette Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#1 Top resorts Hotels in Oracabessa
#1 On the Beach Hotels in Oracabessa
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#2 Family Hotels in Oracabessa
Price range (per night): 670 AUD - 1,366 AUD
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
GoldenEye overlooks the Caribbean Sea in the quiet village of Oracabessa Bay on Jamaica’s northcoast. Built by the novelist Ian Fleming as his Jamaican retreat, GoldenEye is where Fleming wrote all 14 James Bond novels. Today, GoldenEye is an award-winning Island Outpost hotel owned by Chris, the Jamaica-raised founder of Island Records. Though built in 1949, GoldenEye reopened in2010 following a two-year expansion. The hotel now encompasses Fleming’s original villa plus 11Cottages and six Lagoon Suites, all with direct access to the sea. GoldenEye has two restaurants (bistro and fine dining), two pools and its signature Field Spa with open-air treatment rooms. Sited on 52 stunning acres, GoldenEye is home to secret coves, breathtaking private beaches, tropical forests and a singular lagoon. ... more   less 
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