S Hotel Montego Bay has done it again! The boutique, adults-only hotel—perfectly perched on the world-famous Doctor’s Cave Beach—has claimed the top spot as Jamaica’s #1 all-inclusive resort in Tripadvisor’s 2025 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Awards. This prestigious recognition solidifies the hotel’s place as a leader in Caribbean hospitality and a standout among global luxury resorts.
But that’s not all—S Hotel also ranked #2 in the Caribbean and #11 in the world in the all-inclusive category. Notably, it’s the highest-ranked fully Jamaican-owned hotel in the competition, showing that local excellence truly shines on the international stage.
A Jamaican Gem Loved by Travellers
Tripadvisor’s Best of the Best Awards are no ordinary accolades. They’re based on a full year of real reviews and ratings from millions of travellers across the globe. Only the top one per cent of listings on Tripadvisor receive this honour, making S Hotel’s recognition all the more impressive.
For Christopher Issa, CEO of S Hotel and Managing Director of the Crissa Group, this win is a celebration of Jamaican spirit and service:
“This recognition is a testament to the spirit and heart of the Jamaican people. Our team, from the front desk to the kitchen, pours passion into every guest experience. To be ranked among the world’s best by actual travellers is the highest compliment we could receive.”
He added,
“This isn’t just a win for S Hotel; it’s a win for Brand Jamaica.”
A Wave of Awards
This Tripadvisor award is just the latest in a growing list of honours. In 2024, S Hotel Montego Bay was voted the #1 hotel in the Caribbean and Central America by Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards—for the second year in a row. The hotel also claimed Jamaica’s Leading Hotel title at the 2024 World Travel Awards.
Since opening its doors in 2019, S Hotel has turned heads with its striking modern architecture, Jamaican-inspired décor, and bold culinary offerings that highlight the island’s rich food culture. Its standout features—like the Sky Deck suites with soaking tubs, the spa sanctuary with plunge pools, and curated local excursions—make it a favourite among travellers looking for luxury wrapped in authentic Jamaican flavour.
100% Jamaican and Proud
Perhaps the most inspiring part of this story is that S Hotel is 100% Jamaican-owned and operated. In a market often dominated by international hotel chains, S Hotel stands as a proud symbol of local talent and cultural celebration. From design to hospitality, everything reflects the heart of Jamaica.
And it’s not just Montego Bay getting the spotlight. S Hotel Kingston, the sister property, was ranked #22 in the Caribbean—the only city hotel on the Tripadvisor list. Also making the cut was Jamaica Inn in Ocho Rios, which placed #13.
These recognitions prove what we’ve known all along—Jamaican hospitality is world-class, and when it’s done by Jamaicans, it’s even more special.
