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We have a 9:15am departing flight so are spending the night before in Mo Bay. What hotel would you chose for just one night and what time should we arrive at airport as I don't imagine it is all that busy in the morning leaving the island....though I could be wrong.
Many people in your situation stay at Toby's Resort very near the airport. Seems like a good value for the money.
When we needed one night in Mobay, we actually went the AI route with a beach and stayed at the Holiday Inn 15 minutes from the airport. We were happy there. It served it's purpose and didn't break our bank.
I'll refrain from offering an opinion on getting to the airport. I've never had an early flight out of MBJ.
We've never had an am flight either....always booked for an afternoon flight out but those flights were about $200 more so saving money leaving a few hours earlier. Don't like the thought of missing out of one more night in Negril but it is what it is.
I did this once and had a nice night. I stayed at the Gloucestershire Hotel, right on the hip strip, ( across from Margaritaville ) A unique European style hotel. Also
suggest to go Pier One, for a nice Oceanside dinner that has great seafood.
I like Toby's more than Gloucestershire (Now Deja resort?) as there can be quite a bit of street noise at the Gloucestershire, depending on where your room is.
Although, if noise isn't a concern, you would be closer to a little "action" there. I requested a quiet room at the Gloucestershire after a few sleepless nights there when I was teaching in MoBay and I was accommodated.
It is not a long walk from Toby's to the "strip" however.
Hi Marcia !! :) that's what we loved about staying there, we got a room on the second floor, opened up the windows and shutters, mixed a rum and cola, and people watched before we went out.
But good point, can be noisy at night if you are planning to go to sleep early. Nothing wrong with Tobys ( for a night that is )...Tobys reminds me of that little place you would get in Fort Lauderdale on spring back, back in the day, where you could get like 5 or 6 people in one room. and everyone would get together in the middle pool area ..lol
My vote is for Toby's as well. Clean, quiet and accommodating.
We also like Toby's - the people are wonderful and it is a nice clean place to relax and get a good night's sleep
I'll be another vote for Toby's. They also have a nice lil restaurant on site with decent food and their pool has a cash bar next to it to relax at for your last night!
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For something out of the ordinary try Richmond Hill. Up in the hills overlooking MoBay. Quite relaxing and wonderful views. Load with history as it was in the Dewar's family (Dewar's Whiskey) since the 1700's.
I recommend De La Bahia. It's a beautiful little Bed & Breakfast close to the hip strip. Here's some photos.
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I love the Wexford. Its right on the Hip Strip next door to a really good local restaurant - The Pelican. It is across the street from Margaritaville. The Wexford offered a free buffet breakfast when I last stayed there. They also have a bar on property. I always request a room on the front of the building as it offers the best view.
We recently stayed at The Wexford for one night. The hotel itself was adequate however, it took an HOUR AND 45 MINUTES to check in. Yes, yes I know it is Jamaica but come on. Just a heads up never2many.
I've had this same experience - it was frustrating and I guess they saw that on my face as they offered me a rum punch. Another time, somebody else had waited a long time to check in and was being fairly loud with the staff. I stayed quiet and when it was my turn, they apologized for what I witnessed and upgraded me to the room right above the entrance - it has a huge balcony.Quote:
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Did they still offer the free breakfast?
Toby's, We've stayed there 8-9 times, great stay,quick trip to airport as well.
Hi, I must withdraw my suggestion to stay at the Hotel Gloustishire, while it was a cool little hotel on the hip strip,many years ago, it has turned into a AI, now charging a ridiculous price, oh well...
I still recommend not missing Pier One for dinner and drinks, awesome place on the water !!!
Yesihunt, because of this thread, a friend and I decided to spend our last day in February in Mo Bay. Were going to hit Doctors Cave beach, Margarittaville, and Pier One.......at least we won't have that long depressing ride on the way back to the airport in the morning !!!
I booked at Toby's for the one night (Feb 21st), kinda excited as I have not stayed in MoBay since 1985.Quote:
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Yeah Jojo, I luv Dr Caves Beach.. relaxing there too, with workers taking orders for drinks on the beach and nice coral to snorkel over! Sounds like nice plan to end your trip!Quote:
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Yesihunt2,
If you're in the mood for more authentic, affordable Fare though, make a stop at the Pork Pit (less than half a mile south of Margarittaville, across the street) where you'll be getting your chicken or pork hot off the grill (try the spicy shrimp if you make it there). Also, I've flown out of MoBay in the morning a few times and getting to the airport any earlier than 2 hours ahead is a waste of time since the airport isn't that busy in the morning (compared to afternoon departures) and pretty small to get thru to your gate.
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