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Reviews of Secrets St. James Montego Bay - Luxury - Adults Only - All Inclusive

5 out of 5

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 489 out of 1012 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 237 out of 1012 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 143 out of 1012 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 78 out of 1012 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 65 out of 1012 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall pleased
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from Jodian Bucknor on May 22, 2024
Hi Maurice, We are delighted you had a lovely stay with us and i hope this deems you visit us back soon. We are looking forward to it. Regards,

10/10 Excellent

Shawnkitta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from Jodian Bucknor on May 22, 2024
Hi Shawnkitta,We are happy you had an excellent stay with us. We hope you will visit us soon. Regards.

10/10 Excellent

James Pernell David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect trip
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from Jodian Bucknor on May 20, 2024
Hi James Pernell, We are thrilled about your recent stay review with us. We are happy you had an amazing time and we look forward in welcoming you back soon. Regards,

6/10 Okay

Keri C

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The property was quiet and relaxing. The beach was beautiful. But the food and service were not on par with other Secrets resorts I have visited. I have been to Secrets Akumal and Secrets Cap Cana. Those resorts were more modern. The food was consistently good and the service was much better. I don't know that I would return to Secrets St. James.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Jodian Bucknor on May 20, 2024
Hi Keri C, Thank you for your review, we truly appreciate it and we do apologize for where we lacked in providing true service to you. Regards,

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing stay, food at this resort (and especially the connected breathless resort) was top-class, and all the staff were friendly and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from Jodian Bucknor on May 14, 2024
Hi Howard, We are delighted you had an amazing time with us with your entire stay. We eagerly await you to visit us again soon. Regards,

8/10 Good

Coritta

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great especially Dane the butler. Shane was also great at check in. The young men working at the jerk hut were very rude
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Jodian Bucknor on May 14, 2024
Hi Corita, Thank you for your recent review. We are happy you had a lovely time with us and sorry for the few mishaps you encountered. We hope you will afford us the opportunity again to host you soon. Regards,

8/10 Good

Diane, St Peters

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a nice location. The ocean was beautiful but limited beach area. There are small areas but can't go on a long beach walk because of rock walls or security restrictions. Food was average. Long waits for dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Jodian Bucknor on May 13, 2024
Hi Diane, Thank you for your recent feedback. We appreciate you taking the time to rate us about your stay and truly regret that we did not fulfill all your expectations. We hope you will visit us again.Regards,

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from Jodian Bucknor on May 13, 2024
HI Denise, I am happy you had a lovely time with us and that you will visit us soon.Regards,

8/10 Good

Shenika

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is getting old but still clean and the people are nice and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from Jodian Bucknor on May 10, 2024
Hi Shenika, Thank you for your rating. We are happy you had a lovely stay and hope you will visit again soon.Regards,

10/10 Excellent

Gersha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from Jodian Bucknor on May 8, 2024
Hi Gersha, Thank you for your excellent review. We are delighted you had an amazing time with us. We look forward in seeing you soon. Regards,

6/10 Okay

Alejandra

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Jodian Bucknor on May 10, 2024
Hi Alejandra, Thank you for choosing our resort as your vacation destination. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back home in the future.Regards,

10/10 Excellent

Shantel, Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Jodian Bucknor on May 8, 2024
Hi Shantel,Thank you for your excellent review. We are delighted you had an amazing time with us. We look forward in seeing you soon. Regards,

10/10 Excellent

Nkiruka

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service and food options were awesome
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from Jodian Bucknor on May 7, 2024
HI Nkiruka, Thank you for your excellent review. We are delighted you had an amazing time. We hope you will visit us soon. Regards,

8/10 Good

Rosalind Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful and friendly, the room was clean. The beach was wonderful as was the entertainment. We most enjoyed the peace and quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Jodian Bucknor on May 7, 2024
Hi Rosalind Dana, Thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted you had an amazing and peaceful time with us. We hope to see you soon. Regards,

10/10 Excellent

Herbie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and will be back soon
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Jodian Bucknor on May 7, 2024
Hi Herbie, Thank you for your excellent review. We are delighted you had an amazing time with us. We can't wait to welcome you back home soon.Regards,

10/10 Excellent

Sepehr

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and views were great, staff were very friendly and helpful specially the manager Jason who helped us a lot, it was an excellent experience staying at Secret St. James and we will certainly go back there again. The only downside was the WiFi as i had to work through my stay and the connection was not very reliable!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Jodian Bucknor on May 1, 2024
Hi Sephar, We are thankful for your review of your recent stay with us. We are already looking forward in welcoming you back soon. Regards,

8/10 Good

Mohandas

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property is nice overall. It could use a physical refresh or soft renovation i.e. the bathrooms & furniture.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Jodian Bucknor on Apr 30, 2024
Hi Mohandas, Thank you for sharing your recent review of your stay with us. We are happy you had an amazing time with us. We look forward in welcoming you home soon.

10/10 Excellent

trevor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so friendly. Food was amazing. Had a great time! Cannot wait to get back
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Jodian Bucknor on Apr 30, 2024
Hi Trevor, Thank you for sharing your recent review of your stay with us. We are happy you had an amazing time with us. We look forward in welcoming you home soon.

10/10 Excellent

Oshea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Jodian Bucknor on May 2, 2024
Hi Oshea, Thank you for your excellent rating. We are happy you had an amazing stay and hope you will visit again soon.

2/10 Terrible

Sherron

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Jodian Bucknor on May 17, 2024
Hi Sherron,I am disheartened that you did not have an enjoyable stay with us and we would have wished you had let us know prior to your departure. We do hope in the future you will allow us the opportunity to serve you again. Regards,

10/10 Excellent

Nana

Traveled with group
The people!!!! Everyone was so kind . It was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Jodian Bucknor on Apr 30, 2024
Hi Nana, Thank you for sharing your recent review of your stay with us. We are happy you had an amazing time with us. We look forward in welcoming you home soon.

10/10 Excellent

Prescilla

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Shanekqua Campbell on Apr 22, 2024
Dear Valued Guest,Thank you for your excellent rating. We are happy you had a lovely stay and looking forward to welcoming you home soon.Kind Regards,Shanekqua Campbell

4/10 Poor

Rosanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Don’t like
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Shanekqua Campbell on Apr 23, 2024
Dear Rosanna,Thank you so much for choosing Secrets St. James Montego Bay as your vacation destination. We appreciate you taking the time to rate us about your stay and truly regret that we did not fulfill your expectations. The resort hopes that you will give us another opportunity to meet and exceed your expectations in the future.Once again, our sincere apologies.Kind Regards,Shanekqua Campbell

10/10 Excellent

Shanilya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Shanekqua Campbell on Apr 23, 2024
Dear Shanilya,Thank you for your excellent rating. We are happy you had a lovely stay and looking forward to welcoming you home soon.Kind Regards,Shanekqua Campbell

4/10 Poor

Donte

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The entire Staff seemed miserable. Our room was not clean when we first arrived. Room service arrived cold every time we ordered. Never coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Shanekqua Campbell on Apr 22, 2024
Dear Valued Guest,Thank you for sharing the review of your recent stay with us. We are disheartened to hear that you had such a disappointing stay at our resort, and even more sorry to have disappointed you, our valued guest. The details you have shared are certainly not the norm at our resort.We are respectful of the opinions you have expressed and recognize that one person’s specific experience can only be judged by that individual. We do request that guests on the property please notify us of anything that does not meet their expectations as we are always willing to work with our guests to make sure you walk away feeling like your stay was money well spent. It's rather unfortunate that you were unable to explore this option as we would have been more than happy to try and turn around the experience.The resort hopes that you will give us another opportunity to meet and exceed your expectations in the future.Once again, our sincere apologies.Kind Regards,Shanekqua Campbell

10/10 Excellent

Isabella

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was great! Everything was very smooth. We upgraded to the preferred side and had a pool dedicated just to that side which was nice if you didn’t want to be around the music from the other pool. Would definitely recommend and will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Shanekqua Campbell on Apr 15, 2024
Dear Isabella,Thank you for your excellent rating. We are happy you had a lovely stay and looking forward to welcoming you home soon.Kind Regards,Shanekqua Campbell

4/10 Poor

Michele Lynne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Nothing
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Shanekqua Campbell on Apr 15, 2024
Dear Michele Lynne,Thank you so much for choosing Secrets Wild Orchid Montego Bay as your vacation destination. We appreciate you taking the time to rate us about your stay and truly regret that we did not fulfill your expectations. The resort hopes that you will give us another opportunity to meet and exceed your expectations in the future.Once again, our sincere apologies.Kind Regards,Shanekqua Campbell

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Jodian Bucknor on May 3, 2024
Hi Michelle, Thank you so much for choosing Secrets St. James Montego Bay as your vacation destination. We appreciate you taking the time to rate us about your stay and truly regret that we did not fulfill your expectations.

8/10 Good

Vinichhaiy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best part was staff. Downstairs staff, event staff as well as cleaning and room service were super friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Shanekqua Campbell on Apr 9, 2024
Dear Valued Guest,Thank you for your excellent rating. We are happy you had a lovely stay and looking forward to welcoming you home soon.Kind Regards,Shanekqua Campbell

8/10 Good

Natalie

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Jodian Bucknor on May 2, 2024
Hi Natalie, Thank you for your rating. We are happy you had a lovely stay and hope you will visit again soon.

8/10 Good

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel, nothing will blow you away but can’t go wrong at the right price. Jerk chicken truck was great, restaurant foods weren’t bad. Clean beach, wish it was a bit bigger
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Shanekqua Campbell on Apr 9, 2024
Dear Valued Guest,Thank you so much for choosing our resort as your vacation destination. We appreciate you taking the time to rate us about your stay and truly regret that we did not fulfill your expectations. The resort hopes that you will give us another opportunity to meet and exceed your expectations in the future.Once again, our sincere apologies.Kind Regards,Shanekqua Campbell

8/10 Good

Theresa, Garden City

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good but i did not receive ANY of the benefits I was told I would .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Shanekqua Campbell on Apr 9, 2024
Dear Valued Guest,Thank you so much for choosing our resort as your vacation destination. We appreciate you taking the time to rate us about your stay and truly regret that we did not fulfill your expectations. The resort hopes that you will give us another opportunity to meet and exceed your expectations in the future.Once again, our sincere apologies.Kind Regards,Shanekqua Campbell

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Shanekqua Campbell on Apr 22, 2024
Dear Valued Guest,Thank you for your excellent rating. We are happy you had a lovely stay and looking forward to welcoming you home soon.Kind Regards,Shanekqua Campbell

8/10 Good

Yuxue

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Shanekqua Campbell on Apr 9, 2024
Dear Valued Guest,Thank you for your excellent rating. We are happy you had a lovely stay and looking forward to welcoming you home soon.Kind Regards,Shanekqua Campbell

10/10 Excellent

Telisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Shanekqua Campbell on Apr 22, 2024
Dear Valued Guest,Thank you for your excellent rating. We are happy you had a lovely stay and looking forward to welcoming you home soon.Kind Regards,Shanekqua Campbell

6/10 Okay

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I liked my butler. But My rooms door was broken, The toilet didn’t work and there was no hot water. I had to bring it up to managements attention several times and I booked vip the best room in the resort.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Shanekqua Campbell on Apr 1, 2024
Dear Valued Guest,Thank you so much for choosing Secrets St. James Montego Bay as your vacation destination. We appreciate you taking the time to rate us about your stay and truly regret that we did not fulfill your expectations. The resort hopes that you will give us another opportunity to meet and exceed your expectations in the future.Once again, our sincere apologies.Kind Regards, Shanekqua Campbell

10/10 Excellent

Shauna

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Shanekqua Campbell on Apr 22, 2024
Dear Valued Guest,Thank you for your excellent rating. We are happy you had a lovely stay and looking forward to welcoming you home soon.Kind Regards,Shanekqua Campbell

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort was very nice. We stayed at the preferred side with an ocean view, and the view was really beautiful. The preferred access also allowed us to visit the breathless hotel and rooftop bar, which was also stunning. The staff were friendly, some more than others. The food options were good- buffet style breakfast and lunch and some restaurants with a preset menu for lunch and dinner. The entertainment team did a good job and it was nice to have activities during the day and evening. Despite the recent US travel ban, we felt completely safe. We also went off the resort for an excursion and didn’t feel worried. You just need to exercise usual travel precautions such as being aware of your surroundings, not being too flashy, and arranging transportation with known people. All in all, we had a great time and would return.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Shanekqua Campbell on Mar 25, 2024
Dear Elizabeth,Thank you for your excellent rating. We are happy you had a lovely stay and looking forward to welcoming you home soon.Kind Regards,Shanekqua Campbell

10/10 Excellent

Tikerra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Shanekqua Campbell on Mar 25, 2024
Dear Tikerra,Thank you for your excellent rating. We are happy you had a lovely stay and looking forward to welcoming you home soon.Kind Regards,Shanekqua Campbell

10/10 Excellent

ABENA DENISE

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Shanekqua Campbell on Apr 9, 2024
Dear Valued Guest,Thank you for your excellent rating. We are happy you had a lovely stay and looking forward to welcoming you home soon.Kind Regards,Shanekqua Campbell

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked the preferred club so we were able to use all 3 properties that were there. The pools and beaches were gorgeous.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Shanekqua Campbell on Mar 15, 2024
Dear JessicaThank you for choosing our resort as your vacation destination. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back home in the future.Kind Regards,Shanekqua Campbell

2/10 Terrible

Tammy

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Horrible experience at this resort.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Serene Lloyd on Mar 14, 2024
Dear Valued Guest,Thank you so much for choosing our resort as your vacation destination. We appreciate you taking the time to rate us about your stay and truly regret that we did not fulfill your expectations. The resort hopes that you will give us another opportunity to meet and exceed your expectations in the future.Once again, our sincere apologies.Regards, Serene Lloyd

4/10 Poor

Will

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Way over priced. Look elsewhere
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Serene Lloyd on Mar 12, 2024
Dear Will, Thank you for your review. Your feedback on pricing is much appreciated. We pride ourselves in providing our guest with excellent services, food and amenities. We would love to know where you felt we did not meet your expectations during your stay. This additional feedback will be used to make relevant improvements in the area.Thank you again for visiting our resort and we look forward to welcoming you back home for a more memorable experience.Regards, Serene Lloyd

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lashawn

Traveled with group
The check in was awesome. The person that handled my luggage was awesome. The room was cozy and very relaxing The only thing i would change is to not have the garden view because of the mosquitos that got inside the room. I gotten bitten a few times
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Serene Lloyd on Mar 8, 2024
Dear Lashawn, Thank you for choosing our resort as your vacation destination. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back home in the future.Regards, Serene Lloyd

10/10 Excellent

Clifton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff did a great job
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Serene Lloyd on Mar 8, 2024
Dear Clifton, Thank you for choosing our resort as your vacation destination. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back home in the future.Regards, Serene Lloyd

4/10 Poor

Branden

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It wad boring, everything closed by 12am do therr wasn't much nightlife!! This place is for old people who go to bed early.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Serene Lloyd on Mar 1, 2024
Dear Brenden, We are disheartened to hear to hear our resort did not meet your expectations. Our Desires disco is open every night until 2am. We do hope in time you will look back on your stay with bus in a more favorable light. Regards, Serene Lloyd

8/10 Good

Lyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Serene Lloyd on Feb 29, 2024
Dear Lyle, Thank you for rating our resort. We are happy to note you enjoyed your stay and we hope to welcome you back home in the future. Regards, Serene Lloyd

10/10 Excellent

Colin Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It a fabulous week. Great staff, good food. Beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Serene Lloyd on Feb 27, 2024
Dear Colin, Thank you for choosing our resort as your vacation destination. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back home in the future.Regards, Serene Lloyd

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Shanekqua Campbell on Mar 21, 2024
Dear Robert,Thank you for your excellent rating. We are happy you had a lovely stay and looking forward to welcoming you home soon.Kind Regards,Shanekqua Campbell