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Decameron Beach
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About
Decameron Beach is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 20th place out of 105 beaches in the Jamaica region 77.2 km away from its center, the city of Kingston. It is one of the beaches of Salem settlement, just 0.2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a spacious several bays coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Decameron 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, 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, sea kayaking. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.
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.
5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Cardiff Hall Beach, which has a rating of 8.7.
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Decameron Beach is located in Jamaica within Salem, 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
"The beach is a peaceful spot if you're looking to unwind and recharge. The food is outstanding, and the staff is highly skilled and courteous. Whether you're on a business trip or vacation, you'll certainly have a delightful stay."
Savannah Rivers
"The rooms could use some upgrades, and there are a few things that should be mentioned to guests when booking, such as the kids club not being available. Additionally, it's important to note that there is a fee of $39 USD if you arrive early before check-in time and wish to use the facilities before getting your room. The housekeepers tend to be a bit slow in cleaning the ro..."
Lorelei Harper
User reviews
"The beach is a peaceful spot if you're looking to unwind and recharge. The food is outstanding, and the staff is highly skilled and courteous. Whether you're on a business trip or vacation, you'll certainly have a delightful stay."
Savannah Rivers
"The rooms could use some upgrades, and there are a few things that should be mentioned to guests when booking, such as the kids club not being available. Additionally, it's important to note that there is a fee of $39 USD if you arrive early before check-in time and wish to use the facilities before getting your room. The housekeepers tend to be a bit slow in cleaning the ro..."
Lorelei Harper
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What to do in Decameron Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Decameron Beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.
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 Decameron Beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Decameron 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
- AFU Supermarket• 3 min walk
- M&K Restaurant• 4 min walk
- ROOFTOP RESTAURANT a...• 4 min walk
- Milestone Restaurant...• 4 min walk
Attractions
- Resort Divers Parasa...• 6 min walk
- Spice Joy Ride Motor...• 8 min walk
- Club Jamaica Gaming...• 29 min walk
- Purtuceco beach• 2.8km
Transport
- OCJ• 36km
- Bus Terminus• 10.7km
- Greenvale Railway St...• 44.6km
Localities
- Salem• 270m
- Kingston• 77.2km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Decameron Beach?
The coastline of Decameron 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 Decameron Beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Decameron Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Decameron Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
Activities available on the ground:
- Beach volleyball
Is the Decameron Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Decameron Beach is partially protected from waves.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Decameron Beach for swimming is very positive.
Is the Decameron Beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. 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 gentle.
Is the Decameron 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.
What are the key audiences of Decameron Beach?
Decameron Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Decameron Beach?
The bar is located right on the Decameron Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.AFU Supermarket is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Decameron Beach?
There are 248 places to stay in the Decameron Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Decameron Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Decameron Beach from parking?
The Decameron 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 Decameron Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Decameron Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Resort Divers Parasail located in 0.4 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Decameron Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Decameron Beach is June. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 26°C and water 28°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Decameron 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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