10 Boutique Resorts in Jamaica for the Ultimate Laid-Back Escape

By: - July 10th, 2025
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Geejam, Port Antonio

A jungle-swathed boutique in the foothills of the Blue Mountains, Geejam blends music, art, and privacy like few places in the world. There’s a world-class recording studio on-site, a treehouse DJ booth, and villas outfitted for both sound and silence. Come here to disappear or to reinvent yourself — the team will tailor your stay, whether you’re a Grammy winner or just someone who wants their coffee with a side of ocean view.

The property feels more like an artistic retreat than a traditional resort. Each room, cabin, and villa is uniquely designed, filled with vinyl, vintage photos, and art that reflects Jamaica’s creative pulse. The Bushbar restaurant is equal parts lounge and gallery, with sweeping views of the coast and a menu that riffs on local ingredients. And the secluded beach, accessible only to guests, feels like your own personal soundtrack. Geejam is more than a hotel — it’s an experience curated by artists, for artists.


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Guy Britton is the managing editor of Caribbean Journal. With more than four decades of experience traveling the Caribbean, he is one of the world's foremost experts covering the region.
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