Jamaica’s S Hotel Montego Bay carried the nation’s flag high, taking a top spot on the prestigious USA Today 10 Best All-Inclusive Caribbean Resort (2025).

The global publication noted that “S Hotel Montego Bay is an all-inclusive luxury boutique hotel overlooking Doctor’s Cave Beach. The resort serves authentic Jamaican cuisine, and amenities range from daily yoga classes to spa treatments, to the espresso bar”.

The newly developed Sandals St Vincent and the Grenadines ranked number one in the Caribbean with S Hotel Montego Bay taking the number two spot and the Royalton’s Splash in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic taking third place.

S Hotel’s award-winning streak includes the Conde Nast Johansens 2024 Award for Excellence for the best Waterside Hotel in North America (which encompasses Canada, the United States of America, Mexico and the Caribbean).

The resort was also recognised among the top 25 Boutique Hotels by Hotels Above Par, an international expert-curated guide highlighting the world’s coolest boutique-style hotels and travel experiences.

“I extend my heartfelt congratulations to S Hotel Montego Bay for its outstanding achievement in securing a top spot on the USA Today 10 Best All-Inclusive Caribbean Resort list for 2025. This accolade is a testament to the immense success of this Jamaican-owned resort, showcasing its unwavering commitment to excellence and dedication to providing world-class hospitality.

“As the tourism industry continues to thrive, S Hotel stands as a shining example of the extraordinary talent, creativity, and passion that define Jamaican tourism, and we look forward to seeing its continued success on the global stage,” said Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett.