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Secrets St. James Beach
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About
Secrets St. James Beach is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 24th place out of 105 beaches in the Jamaica region 133.8 km away from its center, the city of Kingston. It is one of the beaches of Reading settlement, just 1.9 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area with very picturesque views.
It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, families with children, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Secrets St. James Beach shoreline is completely occupied by the hotels. The beach facilities are only available to hotel guests. Their list includes, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, showers, toilets, sea pool. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing, sea kayaking.
Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Doctor's Cave Beach, which has a rating of 8.7.
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+28
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+25
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Beach overall scores
Secrets St. James Beach is located in Jamaica within Reading, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"This beach is a fantastic spot to unwind and chill out. The staff, especially Marvin from the Marlin, provide exceptional service that is top-notch. We made sure to visit his section every day because we knew we would be well taken care of. The other staff members are also wonderful. Everything you need is just a short walk away, and there are several outlets with ocean view..."
Nikolai R.
"The overall experience at this beach was excellent. There was a wide range of food, drinks, and activities available. The rooms were well-kept, although a bit old-fashioned. The only downside was the distance between the preferred side and the dining areas. However, walking along the beautiful Jamaican beach to get to dinner was worth it. The beaches were consistently clean ..."
Nathaniel Lockhart
User reviews
"This beach is a fantastic spot to unwind and chill out. The staff, especially Marvin from the Marlin, provide exceptional service that is top-notch. We made sure to visit his section every day because we knew we would be well taken care of. The other staff members are also wonderful. Everything you need is just a short walk away, and there are several outlets with ocean view..."
Nikolai R.
"The overall experience at this beach was excellent. There was a wide range of food, drinks, and activities available. The rooms were well-kept, although a bit old-fashioned. The only downside was the distance between the preferred side and the dining areas. However, walking along the beautiful Jamaican beach to get to dinner was worth it. The beaches were consistently clean ..."
Nathaniel Lockhart
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Average rating of nearest beaches is 8 (Very good)
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Montego Bay 4.6 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
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Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
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Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
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What to do in Secrets St. James Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Secrets St. James Beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Secrets St. James Beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Secrets St. James Beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- House Boat Grill Res...• 19 min walk
- MVP Smokehouse• 29 min walk
- Starbucks Coffee• 2.5km
- Cafe Blue• 2.6km
Attractions
- Jamaica Sports Fishi...• 10 min walk
- Harbour Street Craft...• 3km
- Jamaica Food Tours• 3km
- Sam Sharpe Square• 3.1km
Transport
- MBJ• 6.1km
- Transport Centre• 2.9km
- Jamaica Rail Way Cor...• 3km
Localities
- Reading• 1.9km
- Kingston• 133.8km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Secrets St. James Beach?
The coastline of Secrets St. James Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun.
What are the key activities at Secrets St. James Beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Secrets St. James Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Secrets St. James Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Activities available on the ground:
- Beach volleyball
Is the Secrets St. James Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Secrets St. James Beach is partially protected from waves.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Secrets St. James Beach for swimming is very positive.
Is the Secrets St. James Beach good for families?
Yes, the Secrets St. James Beach is good place for families with children. The beach is owned by hotel so its guests have access to the entire infrastructure. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Secrets St. James Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
What are the key audiences of Secrets St. James Beach?
Secrets St. James Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Families with children
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Secrets St. James Beach?
The bar is located right on the Secrets St. James Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.House Boat Grill Restaurant is the closest place located 1500 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Secrets St. James Beach?
There are 413 places to stay in the Secrets St. James Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Secrets St. James Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Secrets St. James Beach from parking?
The Secrets St. James Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Secrets St. James Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Secrets St. James Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Jamaica Sports Fishing and cruises limited located in 0.7 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Secrets St. James Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Secrets St. James Beach is August. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 27°C and water 28°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Secrets St. James Beach (Jamaica) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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