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Runaway Bay · North coast · Jamaica
Pipers Cove Resort
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A 3-star hotel on the Caribbean Sea in Runaway Bay, on Jamaica's north coast: two-storey buildings set in gardens, a seafront pool and a small private beach area. Guests rate the location 8.5 and the staff 8.4.
7.2 “Good” · 191 reviews
8.5 for location
63 m² the apartments
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On the Caribbean Sea, among gardens
Pipers Cove Resort is in Runaway Bay, on the north coast of Jamaica, in the parish of Saint Ann: 500 metres from Cardiff Hall Beach, a 20-minute drive from Dunn's River Falls and 30 from Ocho Rios. It's a 3-star hotel with 191 guest reviews.
It's made up of two-storey buildings surrounded by gardens, a seafront pool and a small patch of sand with sun loungers for getting into the sea. There are 22 m² studios and 63 m² entire apartments, all with a balcony, and the hotel kitchen prepares Jamaican breakfast, lunch and dinner on request. The top scores: location (8.5) and staff (8.4).
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What makes this hotel different
Six concrete things, all verifiable.
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On the Caribbean Sea
A pool facing the sea and sun loungers on the rocks. “The balcony served up an unexpectedly beautiful sunset,” says a review from the United States.
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63 m² apartments
Entire apartments with a balcony, living room and dining area; the studio is 22 m² with a pool view.
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Jamaican breakfast
“Authentic Jamaican, served hot and in large portions,” says one review. It costs US$ 15 and is ordered separately.
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Staff: 8.4
“Always greet you with a smile,” says a review from Canada.
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Quiet, with gardens
“Very peaceful,” sums up a review from Argentina; the gardens come up in several reviews.
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Free parking
Private, no reservation needed: Dunn's River Falls is a 20-minute drive away.
The rooms
Three types, for up to two guests: a studio and two entire 63 m² apartments. All with a balcony, air conditioning and free WiFi.
Hotel facilities
A quiet 3-star hotel on the sea, with a pool, its own beach area and free parking.
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Seafront pool
Outdoors; “the pool was cleaned daily,” says one review.
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Private beach area
A small patch of sand with sun loungers and access to the sea.
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Restaurant and bar
Local and international food, made to order.
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Room service
Breakfast can be brought to your room.
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Free parking
Private, on site, no reservation needed.
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Free WiFi
Throughout the hotel; guests rate it 7.1.
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24-hour security
Guest-only access and a safe.
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Daily housekeeping
Laundry and ironing, at extra cost.
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Billiards and board games
Plus a shared lounge with TV.
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Transfers
At extra cost, on request.
Where to eat
The hotel kitchen prepares breakfast, lunch and dinner on request, and there are three restaurants less than 1.5 km away.
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Jamaican breakfast · US$ 15
Not included in the rate. Guests praise it: “served hot and in large portions”.
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The hotel kitchen
Local and international food for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with vegetarian and vegan options.
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Order in advance
There's no dining room: you order ahead and it's cooked at the hotel.
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Runaway Bay Jerk Centre · 300 m
Jerk chicken and pork, Jamaica's signature dish.
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Moonstone by Vincenzo · 600 m
A restaurant a few minutes from the hotel.
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Flavours · 1.4 km
Beach bar and restaurant.
Nearby beaches
The hotel has its own beach area, small and rocky. These are the sandy beaches in the area, with the real distances.
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Cardiff Hall Beach · 500 m
The closest one, a short walk away.
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Runaway Bay Beach · 1.1 km
The town beach.
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Salem Beach · 3.7 km
Heading east along the coast.
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Puerto Seco Beach · 7 km
In Discovery Bay, to the west.
When to go
Average high temperature and the lowest price per night for two people.
Oct32°
Nov31°
Dec30°
Jan30°
Feb30°
Mar30°
Apr31°
May32°
Jun33°
Jul33°
Aug33°
Sep33°
Dry season (Dec-Apr)Heat and showers (May-Aug)More rain and hurricanes (Sep-Nov)
🌡️ Average highs of 30 °C in winter and 33 °C from June to September🌊 The sea around Jamaica is between 27 and 29 °C all year round☀️ From February to April there are about 9 hours of sunshine a day🌧️ October (160 mm) and May (150 mm) are the wettest months; February is the driest (40 mm)🌀 Hurricane season runs from June to November, with the highest risk from August to October🎉 December to April is high season: the driest weather of the year
How much a night costs, month by month
≈ US$ 110-120Price per night for 2 people, the cheapest room
OctNovDecJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSep
The most expensive month is October (around US$ 120 a night), and the cheapest is January (around US$ 110: 8 % less). Months with no bar have no rate loaded yet: the hotel may not have opened sales or released availability for those dates.
This is the public price, including taxes: it doesn't include loyalty programme discounts or breakfast. Rates change: check the day's price before booking.Updated 05/10/2026.
Jamaica's north coast is warm all year round, with highs of 30 to 33 °C and the sea between 27 and 29 °C. December to April is the dry season and the most popular; May and October are the wettest months, and June to November is hurricane season.
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🛡️ What the transfer includes
The driver tracks your flight and waits up to 45 minutes if it's delayed. Fixed price agreed in advance, with taxes, tolls and tip included. You're met with a sign bearing your name, the vehicle matches the size of your group, and you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before.
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Sangster Airport (Montego Bay) · 67 km
Jamaica's main international airport. You can book a fixed-price transfer below.
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Ian Fleming Airport · 41 km
The north coast airport, near Ocho Rios, with fewer flights.
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By car
On the north coast road, in Runaway Bay. Coming from Kingston, one review warns that the sign is hard to see.
Where it is and what's nearby
Distances from the hotel, in Runaway Bay (parish of Saint Ann), on the north coast of Jamaica.
What guests say★★★
191 verified reviews, from people who actually stayed.
7.2
Good191 guest reviews
MarisaArgentina · 02/2024
10
The staff, the cleanliness and the dedication were unforgettable. Highly recommended, very peaceful. Excellent for relaxing and enjoying the serenity of the place.
OneilUnited States · 10/2023
8
The staff was great! Breakfast was authentic Jamaican, served hot and in large portions. The pool was nice, clean & fun. The balcony served up an unexpectedly beautiful sunset. Overall, it was worth it. Will return.
CrystalCanada · 04/2024
8
It was a very quiet and peaceful place. The staff were lovely and always greet you with a smile. Thoroughly enjoyed the Jamaican breakfast. Pool was cleaned daily and beautiful gardens.
ChristinaUnited Kingdom · 03/2024
8
Great value for money. Comfortable beds with AC. Great food even though it was a very low-key restaurant so we had to order in advance. Pool area perfect with kids.
AlbertocerSpain · 01/2025
8
It's a complex of apartments and studios, with small two-storey buildings surrounded by gardens and a pool facing the sea. The apartment was fine, spacious.
VictoriaUnited States · 12/2024
7
The property is in a central location close to popular and reasonable food spots. The Jamaican hot breakfast was wonderful.
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 house rules.
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Meals must be ordered in advance
There's no dining room: the kitchen cooks to order, and if you didn't order ahead it may be closed. Breakfast (US$ 15) is not included in the rate.
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Bring cash
The hotel accepts cash in Jamaican, US and Canadian dollars and pounds sterling. One review mentions that the card machine was out of service for two weeks.
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The private beach is small
It's a small patch of sand between rocks, with sun loungers and access to the sea: not a long beach. Cardiff Hall Beach is 500 metres away.
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A simple hotel, with some things to update
Several guests suggest renovating the bathrooms and showers, and there was building work in 2025. Facilities and WiFi are its lowest scores (7.1). There's no lift: the upper floor is reached by stairs.
Things to do in Ocho Rios and around
The activities travellers rate highest on the north coast, a 20-30 minute drive away.
Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls
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Bamboo rafting on the Rio Nuevo
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Blue Hole from Ocho Rios
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Dunn's River Falls day tour
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Mystic Mountain: bobsled, zipline and ATV
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Nine Mile: Bob Marley's birthplace
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7.2 “Good” from 191 reviews · 8.5 for location · on the Caribbean Sea
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Frequently asked questions
Is Pipers Cove Resort on the seafront?
Yes: it's on the Caribbean Sea, with a seafront pool and a small private beach area with rocks and sun loungers. Cardiff Hall Beach is 500 metres away and Runaway Bay Beach 1.1 km.
Where exactly is it?
In Runaway Bay, parish of Saint Ann, on the north coast of Jamaica: a 20-minute drive from Dunn's River Falls, 30 from Ocho Rios and 67 km from Montego Bay airport.
Does it have a restaurant and breakfast?
Yes: the hotel kitchen prepares local and international food for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with vegetarian and vegan options. There's no dining room, so meals are ordered in advance. Breakfast costs US$ 15 and is not included.
Does it have a pool and parking?
Yes: an outdoor seafront pool and free private parking, no reservation needed. There's also free WiFi throughout the hotel.
What rooms are there and for how many people?
Three types, all for up to 2 people: a 22 m² studio and two entire 63 m² apartments, one with sea views. An extra bed is available for children aged 1 to 12 for US$ 15 per stay; there are no cots. From 16 years old, guests pay as adults.
What time are check-in and check-out?
Check-in from 15:00 to 18:00 (you need to let the hotel know your arrival time) and check-out from 7:00 to 12:00. On arrival you'll be asked for photo ID and a credit card. Payment at the hotel is in 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 doesn't have a price yet, check again closer to your trip: rates show up as soon as the hotel publishes them.