Renovated Queen Room
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Port Antonio · Portland · Jamaica
The Match Resort
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A 3-star hotel in Dolphin Bay, Port Antonio, on Jamaica's north-east coast: breakfast included, a pool, restaurant and bar, 5 km from Frenchman's Cove beach. Guests rate the WiFi 9.0 and the staff 8.6.
7.7 “Good” · 213 reviews
8.6 for staff
8.5 for location
Breakfast included · Free parking and WiFi · Book in 2 minutes
In Port Antonio, between the beaches and the town
The Match Resort is in Dolphin Bay, Port Antonio, in the parish of Portland: 2.7 km from Port Antonio beach and 5 km from Frenchman's Cove and San San. It's a 3-star hotel with 213 guest reviews, a 24-hour front desk and free parking.
It has an outdoor pool, a terrace with a bar and the Scotch Bonnet restaurant, serving Jamaican and international food. Breakfast is included with the rooms; there are double rooms, a triple with a kitchen and two entire villas. The top scores: WiFi (9.0) and staff (8.6).
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What makes this hotel different
Six concrete things, all verifiable.
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Breakfast included
In the room rate. “The curry chicken breakfast was amazing,” says a review from Jamaica.
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WiFi: 9.0
It's the highest score guests give the hotel.
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Staff: 8.6
“The owner and workers were very accommodating and made sure our stay was great,” says a review from Canada.
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Pool and bar
An outdoor pool and a terrace with a bar that lights up at night.
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Sea-view balconies
Several rooms look out to sea: “a lovely balcony overlooking the sea,” says a review from Slovenia.
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Frenchman's Cove 5 km away
And San San 5 km away: two of Portland's beaches, a few minutes' drive.
The rooms
Eight types: double rooms, a double with two double beds, a triple with a kitchen and two entire villas. All with air conditioning and free WiFi.
Newly Renovated Deluxe Queen Room
With a balcony, sea, pool and mountain views, a bathtub, terrace and coffee machine.
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Brand New King Deluxe Room
The most spacious of the doubles, with a balcony, coffee machine and air conditioning.
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Newly Renovated Superior Triple Room with Sea View
With a private kitchen, a balcony with sea, pool and mountain views, and a bathtub.
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Newly Renovated Two-Bedroom Villa
An entire villa with a private kitchen, balcony, garden view and bathtub. Breakfast is paid separately (US$ 10).
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Renovated Three-Bedroom Villa
An entire villa with a private kitchen and garden, pool and mountain views. Breakfast is paid separately (US$ 10).
See priceHotel facilities
A 3-star hotel with a pool, restaurant, bar and 24-hour front desk.
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Outdoor pool
Free for guests.
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24-hour front desk
Staffed all day; the staff score 8.6.
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Restaurant and bar
Scotch Bonnet, with a terrace.
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Room service
And family rooms.
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Free parking
On site, no reservation needed.
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Free WiFi
Throughout the hotel; guests rate it 9.0.
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Tourist information
And car hire.
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Safe
At an extra charge.
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Water activities
Snorkelling, diving, canoeing, windsurfing and fishing, at an extra charge.
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Event rooms
Meetings and banquets, at an extra charge.
Where to eat
The hotel has its own restaurant, Scotch Bonnet, and breakfast is included in the room rate. Nearby there are three restaurants within 3 km.
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Breakfast included
With the rooms; in the villas it costs US$ 10. Confirm it at the front desk the night before.
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Scotch Bonnet
The hotel restaurant: Jamaican and international food, breakfast, lunch and dinner, with vegetarian and vegan options.
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Half board
There are also rates with breakfast and dinner included.
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Survival Beach · 2.6 km
A restaurant near the beach.
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Wi Yard Anna Banana · 2.6 km
Another restaurant in the area.
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Wilkes Cuisine · 2.8 km
Seafood.
Beaches nearby
The hotel isn't on the seafront: these are the beaches in the area, with the real distances. Getting around by car is best.
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Port Antonio beach · 2.7 km
The closest one, next to the town.
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Bikini Beach · 4.5 km
On the same Portland coast.
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San San Beach · 5 km
The same distance as Frenchman's Cove.
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Frenchman's Cove · 5 km
A cove where a river flows into the sea.
When to go
Average maximum temperature and the lowest price per night for two people.
Oct29°
Nov28°
Dec27°
Jan27°
Feb27°
Mar27°
Apr28°
May29°
Jun29°
Jul30°
Aug30°
Sep30°
Hotter and less rain (Jun-Sep)In between (Feb, Apr-May)More rain (Oct-Jan, Mar)
🌡️ Average highs of 27 °C in winter and 30 °C from July to September🌊 The Jamaican sea is between 27 and 29 °C all year round🌧️ From October to December, between 228 and 259 mm of rain falls per month☀️ June and September are the driest months (113-115 mm)🌀 Hurricane season runs from June to November, with the highest risk from August to October🎉 December to April is Jamaica's high tourist season
How much a night costs, month by month
≈ US$ 116Price per night for 2 people, the cheapest room, with breakfast
OctNovDecJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSep
The months with a rate all cost the same: around US$ 116 a night. Months with no bar have no rate loaded yet: the hotel may not have opened sales for those dates.
This is the hotel's public price, including taxes and breakfast: it doesn't include loyalty programme discounts. Rates change: check the price on the day before booking. In some seasons or on certain days of the week, the property may require a minimum stay of more than one night.Updated 21/10/2026.
Months marked “·” don't have a rate loaded yet: the hotel opens its calendar in stages. That doesn't mean it is closed. If you're looking at those dates, check anyway: rates show up as soon as the hotel publishes them.
Port Antonio is warm all year round, with highs of 27 to 30 °C, and it is one of the greenest and wettest areas of Jamaica: October to December is the rainiest period; June and September are the driest months. June to November is hurricane season.
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All with the same booking.
🛡️ What the transfer includes
The driver tracks your flight and waits up to 45 minutes if it's delayed. The price is fixed in advance, with taxes, tolls and tip included. You're met with a sign with your name on it, the vehicle depends on how many of you there are, and you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before.
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Ian Fleming Airport · 82 km
The closest airport according to the hotel's listing. A fixed-price transfer can be booked below.
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By car
Free parking at the hotel. One review recommends getting around by car to reach the beaches.
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In Dolphin Bay
In Port Antonio, parish of Portland. One review warns that the sign is hard to see: it's best to arrive with the map.
Where it is and what's nearby
Distances from the hotel, in Dolphin Bay, Port Antonio (parish of Portland), Jamaica.
What guests say★★★
213 verified reviews, from people who actually stayed there.
7.7
Good213 guest reviews
MihaSlovenia · 07/2026
8
Close to Frenchman's Cove Beach, with a lovely balcony overlooking the sea. The place was comfortable, and the food was really good. Also, good value for money. We enjoyed our stay.
SantanderChile · 04/2025
9
Its location is a midpoint between the beaches and the town centre; if you have a car, it's perfect.
Tracy-annJamaica · 03/2026
8
The curry chicken breakfast was amazing. The staff were respectful and helpful. The rooms were good and spacious. It was a very good experience overall, would recommend.
AshleyCanada · 01/2026
9
The owner and workers were very accommodating and made sure our stay was great.
ShericaUnited States · 08/2025
9
The location was great and the property was very clean and welcoming.
Kyc-annJamaica · 07/2025
8
The staff was very friendly and supportive. We experienced vehicle troubles, and the owner was very accommodating in helping us find a mechanic.
Good to know before you book
We'd rather tell you ourselves than have you find out on arrival. All of this comes from real reviews, the published scores and the hotel's rules.
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It isn't on the seafront
It sits on a hillside with a sea view; the closest beach is 2.7 km away. One review says the photos made it look like a beachfront hotel. Getting around by car is best.
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There are stairs
Some rooms are on upper floors and are reached by stairs, luggage included.
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Breakfast is confirmed the night before
You let the front desk know. Some guests find it tasty and plentiful; others find the portions small and the menu always much the same.
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Bring cash
The hotel is listed as taking cash, and the rate is paid to the property before arrival.
Things to do in and around Port Antonio
Excursions with traveller reviews, in Portland and as far as Kingston.
Bamboo rafting on the Rio Grande
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Coffee farm tour
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Maroon cultural tour
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Kingston day trip: Devon House and Bob Marley
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Bob Marley Museum entry ticket
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Kingston Harbour and Port Royal cruise
See the activityMore tours and experiences in Port Antonio and Ocho Rios
Blue Mountains Peak Hike
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Rio Grande Bamboo Rafting Tour from Port Antonio
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Triple Action pack Combo (Blue Hole, Horse back riding and river tubing)
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Bamboo Rafting and horseback
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Ocho Rios Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls Tour
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Jungle River Tubing and Beach Adventure with Transportation
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7.7 “Good” from 213 reviews · 8.6 for staff · breakfast included
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Frequently asked questions
Is breakfast included at The Match Resort?
Yes, in the room rate. In the villas breakfast costs US$ 10. There are also rates with breakfast and dinner. Confirm it at the front desk the night before.
Where exactly is it?
In Dolphin Bay, Port Antonio, parish of Portland, on Jamaica's north-east coast: 2.7 km from Port Antonio beach and 5 km from Frenchman's Cove and San San.
Is it on the beach?
No. It sits on a hillside with a sea view; the closest beach is 2.7 km away. Getting around by car is best, and parking is free.
Does it have a pool and a restaurant?
Yes: an outdoor pool, the Scotch Bonnet restaurant (Jamaican and international food, with vegetarian and vegan options) and a bar. Also a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.
What rooms are there and how many people do they sleep?
Eight types: doubles for 2 people, a double with two double beds for up to 4, a superior triple with a kitchen for up to 3 and two entire villas, with 2 and 3 bedrooms, for up to 4 and 6. From age 2, children pay as adults; a free cot is available on request.
What time are check-in and check-out?
Check-in from 15:00 and check-out until 11:00. The hotel is listed as taking cash. Pets are not allowed.
Which dates can I book?
Whatever dates the hotel has published when you look: it opens its calendar in stages. If your date has no price yet, check again closer to your trip: rates show up as soon as the hotel publishes them.