Royalton to Open New Jamaica Resort

By: - March 22nd, 2016

Royalton Luxury Resorts is planning to open a new resort in Jamaica.

The all-inclusive Royalton Blue Waters is slated to open on White Bay near Montego Bay in November.

The 228-room hotel will include amenities like Dream Beds, in-suite double-headed rain showers and the choice of balcony views or swim out pools, among others.

“It’s exciting to open another resort that promises the modern features Royalton Luxury Resort guests have come to enjoy,” said Enrico Pezzoli, General Manager of Royalton Luxury Resorts in Jamaica. “New amenities at Royalton Blue Waters will include a relaxing lazy river, private poolside cabanas and the  C/X Culinary Experience chef’s table, to name a few.”

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The hotel, which will be located to the existing Royalton White Sands resort, will include 11 restaurants, including seven a la carte restaurants and a jerk hut.

“We’re thrilled with the warm reception and accolades we’ve received to date and are pleased to expand the Royalton Luxury Resorts offering in Jamaica to address the demand,” said Jordi Pelfort, Managing Director of Blue Diamond Resorts. “We’re confident that the new Royalton Blue Waters resort will exceed guest expectations with the quality and variety of services, facilities and amenities.”

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