Breathless Montego Bay

Montego Bay, Jamaica

Virgin rating

Junior Suite Ocean View
Junior Suite Ocean View
Altitudes Pool
Sofrito
The Nook
Altitude Bar
Junior Suite Ocean View
xhale club Master Suite Ocean View
Wine Cellar
Culinaria
Spa
Wink Bar
Spoon
xhale club Presidential Suite
xhale club Presidential Suite
xhale club Master Suite Swim-Up
xhale club Master Suite Ocean View
Bathroom for Master Suites
Allure Junior Suite Tropical View
Fish Nets
Bare Buns
Freestyle Bar
Altitude Bar
xhale club Presidential Suite
xhale club Presidential Suite
Allure Ocean View Suite
Junior Suite Ocean View
Junior Suite Ocean View
Altitudes Pool
Sofrito
The Nook
Altitude Bar
Junior Suite Ocean View
xhale club Master Suite Ocean View
Wine Cellar
Culinaria
Spa
Wink Bar
Spoon
xhale club Presidential Suite
xhale club Presidential Suite
xhale club Master Suite Swim-Up
xhale club Master Suite Ocean View
Bathroom for Master Suites
Allure Junior Suite Tropical View
Fish Nets
Bare Buns
Freestyle Bar
Altitude Bar
xhale club Presidential Suite
xhale club Presidential Suite
Allure Ocean View Suite

The hotel

Breathless Montego Bay is a stylish, luxury resort that's all all-suite, all-inclusive, and all for adults. Being exclusively for grownups, they’ve been able to have endless fun with the ultramodern design and features, from the sultry and seductive décor in your suite — which also comes with its own whirlpool, in-room tablet, and mountain and bay views — to the calendar of dance, beach, pool, and even masquerade parties. Thankfully, they’ve got all-inclusive room service for when you finally crawl back to your sumptuous suite! In fact, pretty much everything here is included free, including the pool and beach waiter service, the seven gourmet dining venues, and Jamaica’s only rooftop pool and bar, where fusion food, sleek pool styling, and unlimited drinks go hand in hand.

Amenities

  • Hobie Cats
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Water Skiing
  • Windsurfing
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant

Where is it

In the heart of Montego Bay. Surrounded by Montego Bay Marine Park, Jamaica's first and fully underwater national park with protected swimming areas and extraordinary snorkelling. 10 minutes away from the famous Montego Bay "Hip Strip". Transfer time from Montego Bay Airport: 20 minutes.

Hotel information

150 suites. All with air-conditioning with in-room climate control and ceiling fan, furnished balcony or terrace with soaking tub, in-room tablet, flat-screen cable TV, telephone, complimentary WiFi access, radio alarm clock, daily refreshed mini-bar with beer, soda, juice, water and soft drinks, tea/coffee maker, safe, complimentary full-size toiletries, nightly turn-down service, bathrobes and slippers, room service (24-hour), hairdryer and cloth steamer. 

Allure Junior Suite Tropical View with a private terrace or balcony with hot tub, overlooking the lush tropical garden or mangroves. With either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

All Inclusive of: Unlimited-Luxury® includes limitless access to gourmet à la carte dining options without reservations required. Unlimited wine, beer and international and domestic top-shelf spirits. Unlimited natural fruit juices and soft drinks. 24-hour room and concierge services, pool and beach waiter service. Daily refreshed mini-bar with soft drinks, juice, bottled water and beer. Daily maid service. Endless daytime activities and live nightly entertainment including theme parties, oceanfront bars and entertainment venues. No wristbands required, all taxes and gratuities included.

Enjoy the 'Sip, Savour and See' Dining Experience which includes sipping artfully prepared cocktails at the bar or lounge of your choice, savouring complimentary cuisine at the restaurant of your choice and seeing the resort's nightly entertainment at nearby Secrets. (Dinner only. Guests are responsible for cost of transportation to and from the resort. Terms and Conditions apply). 

Allure Junior Suite Ocean View features  spectacular bay views from the private terrace or balcony. With either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

xhale club Junior Suite Ocean View features complimentary butler service and specitacular bay views from the private terrace or balcony. With either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

xhale club Junior Suite Swim Up With either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults. This room type benefits from xhale club privileges.

xhale club Master Suite Swim-Up offers complimentary butler service, views over the lush tropical garden or mangrove, private balcony or terrace with whirlpool and direct pool access, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults. This room type benefits from xhale club privileges.

xhale club Master Suite Ocean View includes complimentary butler service, a spacious living room with a sofa and stunning views across the bay. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults. This room type benefits from xhale club privileges.

xhale club Presidential Suite comes complete with complimentary butler service, a living room, dining room, bar, kitchen and separate bedroom with 1 king-size bed, an oversized bathroom with rain shower, marble details, a soaking tub and double vanity and a private spacious terrace with whirlpool — fully furnished for outdoor dining, entertaining and relaxation. Sleeping maximum 2 adults. This room type benefits from xhale club privileges.

Please note: Guests staying in the xhale club Junior Suite Ocean View or higher room category will receive personalised butler service at no extra cost.

Butler service includes:

Upon Arrival:

  • Fresh, scented towel and cocktail
  • Escort to suite with luggage delivery as well as unpacking if desired
  • Private resort orientation
  • Assistance with any personal accommodation preferences
  • Ironing of first evening’s attire
  • Provide cell phone to reach butler

During Stay:

  • Deliver evening petit fours
  • Book spa appointments, tours and excursions
  • Serve drinks and lunch by the beach or pool
  • Ensure suite is in perfect condition and to guest’s liking throughout stay
  • Fast track room service orders
  • Shine/clean shoes for dinner
  • Wardrobe consultations and recommendations
  • Coordinate laundry service
  • Nightly turndown service

Before Departure:

  • Coordinate transportation to the airport
  • Assist with packing and check out
  • Escort to transportation and bid farewell
  • Retain preferences for future stays
 xhale club privileges include:
  • Personalised check-in and checkout with concierge service
  • Butler service
  • Preferential status and amenities
  • Pillow menu
  • Welcome in-room gift and bottle of house sparkling wine
  • Upgraded bath and room amenities
  • Access to the Preferred Club at Secrets St. James and Secrets Wild Orchid

6 reservation-free restaurants: Altitude (rooftop restaurant, open for lunch and dinner), Bare Buns Grill (beach club grill, open for lunch), Culinaria (International cuisine with Caribbean influence, open for dinner), Fish Nets (seafood specialities, open for lunch and dinner), Sofrito (locally grown ingredients and Latin influences, open for dinner), and Spoon (International buffet, open for breakfast and lunch). 5 bars and lounges: Altitude Rooftop Bar, Foam Seaside Bar, Freestyle swim-up bar with DJ, The Bar for cocktails and Wink lobby bar. Enjoy the 'Sip, Savour and See' Dining Experience and indulge in dinner, sip an artfully prepared cocktail and see the nightly entertainment at the neighbouring Secrets (terms and conditions apply).

Weekly parties and shows. Themed parties and special events. DJ station in the Freestyle Swim and Entertainment Zone. Gala parties. Live nightly entertainment.

3 swimming pools including the only rooftop pool (exclusive to Xhale Club guests) and bar in Montego Bay with stunning views of the bay. 3 hot tubs. Beach club with palapas, grill, bar and waiter service. Freestyle Entertainment Zone at the main pool with a swim-up bar, DJ and pool party props. Secrets Spa by Pevonia®* and fitness centre located at neighbouring Secrets Wild Orchid. Non-motorised water sports include kayaks, paddle boarding and snorkelling (guided tours). Other water sports are available at an additional cost including scuba diving tours* and certifications*, catamaran*, courses* and equipment rental*, water-skiing*, wakeboarding*, kneeboarding*, Glass Bottom Boat Tours*, deep sea fishing*, sailing* and windsurfing* (activity is temporarily unavailable). Beach volleyball, tennis courts, fitness classes, ping pong, bocce ball, board games, dance lessons and Patois lessons. Nearby golf*. Tours and excursions*.Please note: The beach is located at neighbouring Secrets Resorts & Spas and can be accessed by a skywalk. There is a separate section on the beach exclusively for Breathless guests.

Complimentary WiFi access. Computer Lounge. Laundry service*. Gift shop. Stay at one resort and play at three! A sky bridge connects Breathless Montego Bay to Secrets Wild Orchid and Secrets St. James where guests have full access to all amenities including 20 additional dining and bar options including the Desires nightclub, the Secrets Spa by Pevonia® and more.

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: the beach is located at neighbouring Secrets Resorts & Spas and can be accessed by a skywalk. There is a separate section on the beach exclusively for Breathless guests.

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (1975)
  • Very good (513)
  • Average (297)
  • Poor (147)
  • Terrible (142)
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Apr 16, 2024 Jennifer M

My husband and I travelled to Breathless Montego Bay for our honeymoon. On day one we were very impressed with the property, amenities and night life. We arrived on a Sunday around 5PM and had dinner at the rooftop restaurant near 10PM. We were the only people at the rooftop restaurant, we had chicken bruschetta for appetizer & I had stuffed… Read more
My husband and I travelled to Breathless Montego Bay for our honeymoon. On day one we were very impressed with the property, amenities and night life. We arrived on a Sunday around 5PM and had dinner at the rooftop restaurant near 10PM. We were the only people at the rooftop restaurant, we had chicken bruschetta for appetizer & I had stuffed chicken breast for my main. The next morning, we had breakfast at the buffet, some fruit, pancakes, bacon, and juice. By 2PM Monday, I started to experience vomiting & diarrhea, which only got worse and didn’t stop for the entire 8 days of our vacation. I spent Monday through Thursday in the hotel room with the shades drawn, in bed. Finally on Thursday, I was seen by the on site nurse, who recommended I go to the hospital for dehydration and hypokalemia (loss of potassium from the bloodstream, due to excessive fluid loss). On Friday, I couldn’t handle the sickness any longer & was admitted to Hospiten Montego Bay, where I remained for three days until I could get my flight back to Canada. I was promised two nights refund from the resort for the night we spent off site, and REASSURED I would be able to pursue further compensation with the resort’s insurance company. I am disappointed to say that although we were provided a refund for two nights, no further compensation was provided & the resort is claiming they are not responsible. Totally devastated with how our situation was handled. Upon return to Canada, I was once again admitted to hospital & confirmed to have salmonella food poisoning. I remained off work for three weeks during this time, recovering from the severe electrolyte imbalance and dehydration. My husband and I did not get to enjoy any of this vacation. Not only did we lose the money spent on the vacation, but we incurred thousands of dollars in medical bills & lost wages due to continued illness & need for recovery upon return from our “vacation”. This was a honeymoon from hell and I would not recommend this resort to anyone. We are traumatized from our experience and completely disgusted with how the resort staff handled our experience. 0/10. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beware of a manager named LEON

Apr 15, 2024 Richard M

TLDR: I was extorted and made to pay an extra night in order to leave. Get everything in writing and keep your receipts. My complaint is not with the resort which was as nice as advertised. My issue is the deceptive practices of the front desk staff & particularly a manager named LEON. On the day in question, the people I shared a room with left… Read more
TLDR: I was extorted and made to pay an extra night in order to leave. Get everything in writing and keep your receipts. My complaint is not with the resort which was as nice as advertised. My issue is the deceptive practices of the front desk staff & particularly a manager named LEON. On the day in question, the people I shared a room with left around 9am. With my flight being at 4pm I hung around the resort enjoying the food, drinks, sun & amenities. My airport shuttle arrived at 1:15 & as I go to board a security guard told me I needed to present him with a checkout card. My friends handled the reservation so I was kind of in the dark but I went to the desk & a gentleman named Shane checked the system & gave me a checkout card. I handed it to security & boarded the bus. I waited on the bus for 10mins. LEON walks over & asks me to step off. We go to the front desk where he explains that I wasn’t in the system & that I would have to pay approx $700 to leave. He was accusing me of sneaking onto the resort. I explained that this was impossible because when we checked in as a group they scanned my passport. I told them to check one of the other rooms and what does he find, you guessed it, a copy of my passport. At this point I am getting anxious & scared because my bus to the airport left & Leon is not letting me leave. Remember Shane previously gave me a checkout card. Leon explains that I stayed an extra night & that I would have to pay $340.99 to leave. So we go from having to pay close to $700 to now only owing $340. I explained we were a group of 7 with 3 rooms. 2 people left the previous day and the remainder of group leaves today. All of this was explained at check-in (when they scanned my passport) & the lady who checked us in confirmed that it would be no problem when it was time to leave. But now it’s a serious problem. I was told that I could not leave unless until I paid. At this point I feel under duress. Security kept looking over & posturing in what I perceived to be a threatening manner. So I hand him my credit card & he charges me. Should be the end of it right? Well it wasn’t. At this point Leon hands me a pen and asks me to sign. I sign. He tells me the signature doesn’t match the one on my passport. I am dumbfounded at this point. He has a copy of my passport with my face on it and demands that I sign another copy of the receipt. I protest, but again he tells me that I can’t leave until I sign. He hands me another receipt, I check to make sure it isn’t a new charge and sign. Leon again tells me that the signatures don’t match. At this point I am irate because I feel he is intentionally trying to aggravate and disrespect me. “Leon you have a copy of my passport” He responds “the signatures don’t match”. I show him my US drivers license & my actual passport. It did not matter. He printed another copy & made me sign again. In total I signed the same receipt 3 times & all 3 signatures looked the same. I ask why couldn’t I leave after the first signature? Leon says something I couldn’t make out under his breath. I take my checkout card (remember this is the second one I’ve been given by the hotel) & am “free” to leave. This is not how you treat customers. If there was something amiss with the reservation we should have been told BEFORE check out. My passport was connected to the room of my friends who left the previous day. It was never switched to the rooms that were leaving the next day like we were told it would be when we checked in. When the first set of friends checked out no one at the front desk said “hey we notice 2 of you are leaving but there is 3 of you on the reservation” What a horrible way to end what was a great celebration. I would love to say I would return to Breathless but after the treatment from LEON, they won’t ever get anymore of my money. Read less
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Apr 13, 2024 Jekeiria M

Breathless hotel accommodated all my needs and went above and beyond to make sure my travel partner and I were comfortable on our stay. Chantel, and Roseanne made sure that our dining experience was exceptional and showed us Great hospitality.
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Apr 13, 2024 Ruby B

Just recently returned from our trip to Jamaica and cannot say enough about the crew at Breathless. Everyone was very friendly and the entertainment crew ensured everyone was having a good time. Shout out to Mello J, Ben 10, Zena, Rick James and Mickey Mouse as they were there almost everyday of our trip making sure we were taken care of and… Read more
Just recently returned from our trip to Jamaica and cannot say enough about the crew at Breathless. Everyone was very friendly and the entertainment crew ensured everyone was having a good time. Shout out to Mello J, Ben 10, Zena, Rick James and Mickey Mouse as they were there almost everyday of our trip making sure we were taken care of and enjoyed every moment of our time. The resort is connected to 2 other Secret's resorts which allows you to enjoy all the amenities of all 3. Beautiful beaches, great food and even better company. Read less
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Apr 11, 2024 Susan E

My husband and I finally got to go on an Adults Only vacation. After some research, we chose to stay at Breathless. Every video we saw was beautiful and everyone seemed to be having a ton of fun. While it was very beautiful, it was damn near boring and the layout for most of the food options was cumbersome. Pros -Close to the airport -Beautiful… Read more
My husband and I finally got to go on an Adults Only vacation. After some research, we chose to stay at Breathless. Every video we saw was beautiful and everyone seemed to be having a ton of fun. While it was very beautiful, it was damn near boring and the layout for most of the food options was cumbersome. Pros -Close to the airport -Beautiful room and Resort grounds -Complementary champagne and cake for my Birthday -Great in Room dining options -Housekeeping twice daily -Drinks at the bar were good -Breakfast buffet had great service and had a good variety -Hookah available by the pool if you’re into that Cons -The beach on the Breathless side of the complex was full of rocks! Secrets has a better beach. -No drink/ food service at the beach and pool during our stay -Majority of the better food options were at Secrets, which is a good walk. -Besides the “pool party” around 3pm, there isn’t any other entertainment during the day -The nightly entertainment was lackluster. Secrets had better entertainment. All in all, we didn’t feel like we received a 5 star experience from this resort. We come to Jamaica often and have stayed in many different resorts and Airbnb’s; and this was our greatest disappointment, especially for the price point. Besides the nice room, we left feeling we should’ve spent less money and stayed at Secrets or elsewhere. And we’ve heard this sentiment from other guests during our stay. I’m not sure if our experience would’ve been enhanced by upgrading to the Xhale club? Breathless is relaxing but no longer has that fun vibe. We would never recommend this resort unless something drastically changes. Read less