Hermosa Cove

Hermosa Cove offers 6 individualised single bedroom villas surrounded by verdant tropical gardens. Each comes with a comfy king-size bed, deluxe bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen, a porch, air conditioning and WIFI. The green and white Callaloo House blends effortlessly into the lush gardens and has its own second-story balcony and private dip pool. Scotch Bonnet House is an ideal choice for privacy in paradise with its large gardens, and terrace, private dining pavilion and pool.

Peeking through the trees, Calabash House has lovely views of the azure ocean as well as a pool and garden hammock that’s perfect for a spot of reading or an afternoon siesta. The Breadfruit villa comes with a spacious walled garden where you’ll find a private dip pool and outdoor rain shower, and has its own dining pavilion. Of all the single bedroom villas, Mango Suite has the largest garden, perfect for a late night stroll and swim in the pool, and complete with an outdoor rain shower.

The sky-blue Coconut Suite is surrounded by colourful flowers, complete with its dining pavilion and outdoor shower. This villa was specially designed for those with limited mobility and so is the only one without a dip pool.

Hermosa’s 3 other villas are built to accommodate more guests and are the perfect picks for groups and families – Ginger Hall, Nutmeg Hall, and Pimento Hall. Each of these villas comes with 3 distinctive bedrooms fitted with king-size beds, deluxe bathrooms, spacious indoor living areas, fully equipped kitchens, private gardens and patios, dining pavilions, swimming pools, air condition and WIFI.

There are 4 boutique lodgings available for those looking for something unique and authentically Jamaican. Cottonwood Tree House is a single bedroom, two-story treehouse villa with gorgeous ocean views and an outdoor soaking tub, nestled against some of Jamaica’s most vibrant flora.

Nautilus House is more a piece of artwork than just a villa. Built right into the cove, the house is tucked into the forest and right on the water’s edge, and unlike any other accommodation it has its own private beach and ocean front pier. Nautilus has one master bedroom but a second bed can be pulled out in the living room, 2 lavish bathrooms, a kitchen and drinks bar, and private dip pool.

Contemporary with a Jamaican flair, Sea Biscuit is a large two-story villa with 3 bedrooms overlooking lush green lawns and the ocean. 2 of the bedrooms are king-size doubles and the other is a twin room. Guests staying here will have their own private gazebo on the oceanfront, dining area, garden hammock and swimming pool. The villa also comes with a fully equipped kitchen and drinks bar.

With 6 bedrooms and majestic design, Buttonwood Reef is the crowning jewel of Hermosa Cove. Its position on the oceanfront allows for views that are nothing short of stunning and for a cooling breeze to flow through all 6 bedrooms. There is a large swimming pool, a private gazebo and outdoor dining area. Buttonwood comes with its own fully equipped kitchen and drinks bar but entirely unique to Hermosa guests will be privy to their own personal staff, including a butler, chef and pool service.

Hermosa Cove’s 2 restaurants, Christopher’s and the Broken Rudder, offer delicious and locally sourced dishes that combine traditional Jamaican cuisine with flavours from Europe, Asia and India. The head chef has his own culinary blog called ‘The Stuttering Chef’ which celebrates Jamaican culture and food, and is always looking to creatively expand his menus.

Nearly everything used in his cooking comes from Jamaica only and he personally selects his ingredients from the resort’s own gardens and local farmers’ markets to ensure you’re served the best! Both of the restaurants offer 3 signature cocktails each along with more traditional favourites. And if you’re feeling like changing the scene, you have the options to dine at your private villa, on the beach, by the pool, in the banquet hall or in a private thatched gazebo so there’s something for every mood.

There are lots of other fantastic restaurants in the nearby area so you can get some great variety during your stay and get to know the local area better. These include Miss T’s Kitchen, Mongoose Jamaica Restaurant and Lounge, Suki Jerk Center, Spring Garden Seafood & Steakhouse, and Reggae Pot Rastarant.

Hermosa Cove has everything you need to jump in to some great water-based activities! Ride the waves on a kayak or swim beneath them with a snorkel. Hermosa’s certified guides and instructors can take you offshore on a private outing to some of the best diving and snorkelling spots and tours of the nearby coral reefs. If it’s your first time diving or you’re halfway to being a mermaid yourself, you’ll have amazing chances of seeing dolphins, stingrays, turtles or even a sunken ship!

There’s a 2 winding paths that carve their way through Hermosa’s 12 acres of tropical forest. Taking a walk is a great way to stretch your legs and immerse yourself in the undisturbed habitats of exotic plants, trees and over 20 species of Jamaican birds. Throughout the trails are 10 exercise stations if you’re looking to ramp up the intensity and get a full body workout.

A stay at Hermosa Cove is just as much about taking care of your mind and body as it is about experience Jamaican culture and having a great vacation. Group and individual yoga classes can be arranged out in the resort’s open-air facility sitting over the cascading pools so you can gently exercise your body and relax your mind. There is also a range of restorative spa treatments that you can enjoy in the spa pavilion overlooking the crystal ocean waters or in the comfort of your own villa.

The areas surrounding the retreat are brimming with activities and waiting to be explored. There are beautiful white sand beaches where you can take a walk or sunbathe and go swimming. Hermosa can arrange activities along the northern coastline like scuba diving, horse riding along the wetlands, deep sea fishing or a visit to Dolphin Cove where you can swim with bottlenose dolphins, docile sharks and stingrays. If you’re feeling even more adventurous you can take a trip to Rainforest Adventures, try out river-rafting on Jamaica’s White River or explore the Green Grotto Caves.

Since its beginnings in 2001, Hermosa Cove has been committed to preserving the natural landscape and minimising their impact on the environment. Owners Deb and Clayton commissioned habitat surveys and geological studies so they could best know how to sustain their natural surroundings.

Hermosa Cove is partnered with Mel ‘Jamaica’s Turtle Man’ Tennant to help protect sea turtles, who are key players in the Caribbean’s marine ecosystem. Due to the myth claiming turtle eggs work as aphrodisiacs, illegal poaching remains a real problem in Jamaica. Tennant tackled this head on and made sure that Gibraltar beach, where turtles laid their eggs, was watched over and protected, increasing their survival rate from 37% to 80%. He and his team also make sure that the newly hatched turtles make it safely back to the sea. Since partnering with Tennant, thousands of guests have visited Gibraltar beach to see the amazing impacts had on sea turtle populations.