Bessa Resort, KingstonBessa Resort in Kingston, Jamaica has a corrected score of 3.8 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), ranked 3 of 17 hotels we score in Kingston. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.3 before correction: Google 4.3.Bessa Resort is an eight-acre development situated on the northern coast of Jamaica in Oracabessa, St. Mary Parish. The property sits between the river and the beach, offering 43 guest rooms alongside 86 residential units, including pool villas and condos with ocean or river views. It features a swimming pool, private beach access, and an on-site restaurant. The resort caters to families and includes facilities for events such as banquet halls. While the property provides a range of accommodation types, the total number of traditional hotel rooms is limited compared to the residential units. Guests can access James Bond Beach via a short drive.What stands out

Private beach access

On-site restaurant and pool

Family friendly facilities

River and ocean views

Watch out for

Limited number of hotel rooms

Better-scored in Kingston

Geejam Hotel, Kingston: 4.3 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), from $474 a night. Geejam Hotel is a boutique resort situated on a six-acre hillside in the San San area of Portland, near Port Antonio.

The Trident Hotel, Kingston: 4.2 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms). The Trident Hotel is a five-star villa resort situated on the northeast coast of Jamaica in Anchovy, Port Antonio.