I stayed at Emerald View and really enjoyed the room and view, and the friendliness of the staff (all apart from Richard). However please bear in mind you are in the Caribbean...and time is not of the essence such as in fast-paced cultures such as Europe or the USA. You will get used to it though. Breakfast was nice...although they are not always able to cook up what you fancy. They have a good shuttle service to and from the beach but you can easily walk up and down the mountain if you are a healthy person with normal proportions. The hotel is close to Chill Out Beach, a very safe and small beach where they whip up the most wonderful frozen cocktails from 11AM onwards.
It is not so easy to get food other than chocolate bars and crisps from the nearby petrol station: you will need the shuttle to get to Chill Out beach again (you can also eat there, its lovely in the evening, eating on the beach with candle light and a starry sky) but bear in mind the service is quite slow there. Nearby places to visit are Montego Bay with nice beaches and Falmouth where there are craft markets. The hotel can get you there with the shuttle (at a fee). There is also a very cute little puppy at Emerald View who loves a cuddle from the guests...Jennifer is a very funny and helpful lady, and her daughters are charming. Enjoy!

Our 1st trip to Jamaica and we considered this B&B to be a highlight of our vacation. Such a relaxing area that had a fantastic view to the sea and countryside below. Away from the noise and hectic life of many of the large all-inclusive facilities, we were treated more like family visiting then tourists. The shuttle service was an added bonus for us and we did not feel the need to use taxi or bus transportation. The staff was very informative as to the location of excellent restaurants in the area and the attractions as well. We enjoyed our 7 days and feel this is a place to return to someday.

It was a BEAUTIFUL view!!!! The people were amazing and it was a very private and peaceful experience. I am not sure that it's the best place to stay if you are a first timer to Jamaica. It's not in the city and it can be a bit pricey to get around. The rooms had great views (I think I already mentioned that), but they are quaint. You have to be open to experiencing the culture and be ok with not having a "resort" experience. Again, I enjoyed my stay and loved the staff...if I were going for a quiet-laid back-relaxing getaway, I would possibly consider staying there again.

This was my first trip out of the country, hence my first trip to Jamaica. I wanted my experience to be authentic and rich with cultural experiences, so my boyfriend, his cousin and I chose Emerald View over an all-inclusive popular hotel. The price was definetely right and the photos of the villa had us sold. Hostelworld said that Emerald Veiw was 6 miles from the airport. It was actually 25 minutes from the airport in a town called Greenwood and cost us about $45 US to be taken there by cab. We were a little apprehensive as we got closer to our destination and further from Montego Bay. We had not rented a car and were unsure of how we would get around from this seemingly remote location. As we ascended the moutain and arrived at our destination, we were still a little hesitant, but willing to make the most of the trip. Once in the villa, any fears we had, melted away, The villa was beautiful. Our room was clean and well maintained. We had cable television, a remote controlled air conditioning unit, a ceiling fan and private restroom. The villa was bright, warm and inviting. The staff were extremely accommodating. Richard was a sweetheart! Christine was friendly and helpful. Jennifer the owner has two lovely daughters, Anna and Nadia, who were simply charming. Duran was a cool dude who definetely knows his way around Jamaica. Jennifer was a gracious hostess and made sure that our visit was an unforgettable one. They became fast friends. When you go to Jamaica, just keep in mind that you are not on any time frames there! They are very laid back, so don't be in a hurry to go anyway. Learn to relax and go with the flow, Hang out at Chill Out beach, go to Father Bull's to grab a bite and hang out in Falmouth and downtown Montego Bay if you really want to experience the true Jamaican experience. If you plan your days right and your transportation to and from your destinations, you will have the trip of a lifetime. The saltwater pool and the view from the villa will have you not straying too far. We ended our nights there during most of our visit. Experience Emerald Villa....we are already planning our trip back next year! Maybe we will see you there!