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Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel

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Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and beachfront dining. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, The Sago, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and ocean views. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a business center.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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Standard Double Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Triple Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Black River, Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel is on the beach. Great Pedro Bluff and Appleton Estate are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Parrotee Pond Mangroves and Fonthill Nature Reserve. Discover the area's water adventures with boat tours nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours. Visit our Black River travel guide
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Parottee Road, A2, Black River, Saint Elizabeth

What's nearby

  • A sunset over a coastal city with a parking lot and buildings.
    Jamaica Beaches
    8 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • A rustic stone wall with a large, weathered wooden wheel, a window, and lush green ivy.
    Bubbling Spring Mineral Bath
    16 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • A waterfall cascading over a rocky ledge surrounded by dense forest.
    YS Falls
    34 min drive - 15.9 miles
  • Billy Bay Beach
    44 min drive - 16.8 miles
  • Calabash Bay
    47 min drive - 21.2 miles

Restaurants

  • Pelican Bar
    11 min drive
  • Donna Shrimp Spot
    13 min drive
  • 77 West
    11 min drive
  • Dolphin Bar
  • C Rane Sandbar Restaurant
    6 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 for adults and USD 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Sago

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 100 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 6 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 5

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 9 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 8 for adults and USD 6 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 150 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 5 (subject to availability)
  • In-room safe fee: USD 50 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

Frequently asked questions

Is Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for USD 5 (subject to availability).

Does Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 150 per vehicle applies.

Where is Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Black River hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Parrotee Pond Mangroves, Fonthill Nature Reserve, and Bubbling Spring Mineral Bath. YS Falls is 11.8 mi (19.1 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Idlers' Rest Beach Hotel Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 89 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful beach location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quaint little beach hotel

This hotel is on a secluded beach in a little beach town. The staff is accommodating and quite welcoming. Make sure to order your meals 12 hours in advance. This is a really nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great people. Clean cozy individual rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great little comfortable place on the beach

The staff can’t be nicer or more helpful. The beach is beautiful. Juliet, the owner is super accommodating and helped with every aspect from cabs to tours and things we needed on the property. She was very good at explaining details about things you may not know about so you’re prepared.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at Idlers Rest was extremely helpful and so kind and accommodating, especially Maxine !! Husband and I stayed for a week and was greeted every morning with delicious breakfast and hot coffee. Dinner was no different! Maxine makes the best brown stew chicken hands down! We will be returning!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is a hidden jewel. Very quiet and very peaceful. Not in the heart of the town, with all the hustle and bustle. But close enough to the historical town of Black River, the capital of St. Elizabeth parish. Also a little historical fact, it was the first town to receive electricity. The property is near to famous attractions such as Black River Safari, YS falls, Jamaica Zoo, and Holland Bamboo. Love this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is not fancy, but it is clean and peaceful. The staff is excellent and the food is delicious! We spent most of the time relaxing on the gorgeous beach. It was so nice, we didn’t want to leave! Maxine, Dunkley, and Ruchelle were exceptional! I suggest bringing an extension cord, as there are not many outlets. A collapsible cooler would also be handy as there is not a refrigerator in the room. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Idlers Rest is essentially what you see in any other review, it's good for what it is and the location is not terrible. Where they excel they excel wonderfully but they're shortcomings are also as dramatic. I particularly did not enjoy hearing the dogs bark and the roosters crow throughout the night. However overall it was a comfortable enough stay where is it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service

Ok place to stay, avoid if you are an animal lover

Overall we had an ok stay, the breakfast and coffee was good. Plenty of parking. We could use their fridge for our drinks. We did change rooms as our original room was a bit dark with lack of natural light. The 2nd room was brighter, even better once my husband cleaned the windows. We were very upset to see large terrapins crowed in a small pond without room to hardly move. Chickens kept in a small enclosure, birds in cages and two beautiful dogs chained up day and night both desperate for some human interaction, stimulation and love. If you are an animal lover you may find this distressing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities
Was a great choice for stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and quiet!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a quite an calm environment
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had an excellent experience, the staff is friendly, the dinner options were fantastic, the food was yummy, I was treated like family. Juliet helped me get transportation, I went out on three excursion, Black River is close by, I got to swim in the Caribbean Sea, I'm planning my trip back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our kind of people. So nice...
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff was super nice and the place has such good character and ambiance. If you are looking for a quiet stress free getaway for a weekend this is a great place. It’s not the Ritz or the W but if you love nature, the beach and just kicking back then this is the place. Just bring mosquito repellent because they are vicious here. Lots of great food and entertainment nearby. Much less congested and busy than the North Coast or Mobay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Okay property
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Laid back

Had a wondweful sray and will be going back, very relaxing and laid back, If your looking for a real taste of jamaica, then this is it very unique setting,, be prepared for mosqitos at night due to the wondeful foilGe of plantz and trees, lavender oil and spray will repel them
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Idlers Rest is the best!!

We had an amazing experience. The staff went above and beyond to make our stay a memorable one. We attended a wedding for a family member. Even though it really ran late, the staff was very patient and stuck it out with us. Kudos to the kitchen staff, front desk clerk and even security. Idlers Rest is the place to be and a great wedding destination. We enjoyed our stay!! Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I basically just sleep there i didnt hang around for long. First nite was fine place look decent but the second morning i saw a lot of bugs. I wont starly ther again as this was a 1 time situation
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was not clean overall. Understaffed. Toilet issues, television does not work, Wi-Fi is pointless, mosquitoes everwhere. Place just not properly maintained. No staff to attend to you at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love that the hotel is right on the Beach. Every day I would walk almost the full length of the beach. Very relaxing. The breakfast area overlooks the beach. Amazing view. There are a few seafood resturants along the beach. You could actually walk to them or take a taxi. We went by taxi to eat but I passed them every morning while walking. Juliet the manager is very accommodating and receptive to suggestions. We ended up in a large room/ suite with a sitting area and a large bathroom at no extra cost. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Sister and Daughter (their call names) are the housekeepers/ cooks and very helpful. Sister cooked some sumptuous Jamaican breakfast upon request for an additional cost. The hotel itself is very pretty and Caribbean colorful. Lots of pretty colorful foliage around the hotel. Hotel could use some updating such as better lighting in the rooms, accessible electrical outlets for electronics, good WiFi and some countertop in the bathroom area for toiletries. Better drainage when it rains. One night we had to wade through water to get to our room. There is no public transportation. Hotel staff arranges taxi service which is reasonable. Overall I would return.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and perfect location for what we wanted
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It could have been better no water the breakfast was terrible. no garbage can in the bed room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is old and needs repairs.services was Terrible. Would not use that Hotel again
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great place to idle !

The staff were very friendly and accommodating. The property sits on a beach with a great view out to the water and sunsets. Morning breakfasts (included) served on the lovely patio deck were delicious and the service attentive. Spacious rooms with nice outdoor areas, benches and hammocks! The property needs some repair & maintenance after a couple of quiet years with few guests due to the pandemic, and the area seems under populated overall. But two lovely busy restaurants are a short drive away along the water, the Black River safari was an amazing day trip, as was an afternoon outing by boat to Floyd's Bar in the ocean ... and the nearby town of Black River bustles during the day with vendors, banks and food stops. The value and overall experience was perfect for our group of four.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022