http://letters.lostbeach.org/index.php Copyright 2012, Beth Welch Beth Welch en-US SPHPBLOG 0.5.1 http://letters.lostbeach.org/index.php?entry=entry090306-080152 “A relaxing place to stay and experience the real Jamaica”
Lost Beach Resort
PreciousHam
Chicago
Feb 27, 2009

My wife and I stayed here for two nights. It was during the during the middle of our trip to Jamaica. We stayed two nights before in Negril at For Real Resort (great place). The final four nights of our trip would be in Montego Bay, which we knew would be completely the opposite of Lost Beach Resort. This place is perfect as an oasis of calm in the midst of a Jamaican vacation where most of the time you are looked at as a $ sign and silly tourist. Lost Beach is a great place to stay, just don't make it your only place to stay in Jamaica. You'll want to experience some of the other craziness too.

We were two of only five guests there at the time, which suited us just fine. We really felt like we had the place to ourselves. In fact, we were only two of five guests in total that were staying there. I guess they are usually booked solid this time of year. But because of website problems, they were almost completely empty. It would of maybe been nice to have some other guests to mingle with, but the seclusion was what we were looking for. Besides, after Lost Beach we were heading to Montego Bay and knew that the intensity would increase there, whether we wanted it to or not.

Lost Beach is NOT a place to go if you are looking for an all-inclusive experience or want to party at Margaritaville everynight. You are basically staying at an off the beaten path (relatively speaking), cozy, husband and wife owned (really nice people), beach front resort in a genuine Jamaican fishing village.

Our room was large and very clean, quiet too. It had an awesome beachfront view perfect for the sunrise. We booked the honeymoon suite which was a good deal for the money. We had fires on the beach at night in front of our room. Very cool.

There are also some resident dogs that are very friendly and eager to be your friend. We love animals so we didn't mind at all. However, if that's not your thing the staff will make sure they leave you alone. The resident dogs are treated well, but some of the other stray dogs are not as lucky. Though they are all very friendly (painfully so), they are also very malnourished and it's sorta heart-wrenching to see. If you have any leftover food, walk over to the far end of the resort and give it to the super-skinny dogs over there. They are so cute and nice, but they're owner left them. Though the three resident dogs look skinny too, they are actually well fed and looked after. Give it to the others! Sorry for drifting off there...we're animal lovers.

Speaking of food....it's really good at the resort restaurant. Actually, I think it may be superb. The menu changes every night and it's usually some new fresh seafood dish recently caught in the village. Excellent and very delicious. One of the highlights for sure...

The best part of our whole Jamaican vacation was when we borrowed the bikes from the resort (they charged us for them, though we thought they were just letting us use them. oh well...) and went riding into the village. It's completely safe and the people there are super nice and friendly. We randomly met an older rasta whom we started chatting with and quickly became friends with him and the rest of his family. We hung out, they cooked for us, we listened to music together...he took us for a long walk through the fields to special places only a rasta would know of...it was great. We felt like we experienced the REAL Jamaica. In fact, we exchanged phone numbers and plan on coming back in the future to visit them. He actually called me the other day to say "hello" to me and my wife. Very nice indeed.

By the way, don't let anyone scare you into believing that Jamaica is some super-dangerous country. 99.9% of the people here are very, very friendly and accommodating. My friends that stay at all-inclusives are missing out on 99.9% of Jamaica. No Joke. Get out there and mingle with the locals and don't be afraid to make new friends.

You WILL get bitten by beach bugs (bring repellent!), but in the REAL Jamaica that's what happens (and anywhere else in the developing world, for that matter.) This only really happens at dawn and dusk for a few hours and then it's quite biting-bug free. Nothing to be grossed out about though.

It also would have been nice for someone to pick up some of the beach trash on the far sides of the resort. In such a beautiful place you'd think someone would do that. When you go for a walk on the beach away from the immediate resort area there can be some litter. It's nothing too bad, but it does spoil the setting just a little bit. Anyway...

Lost Beach is located in a real Jamaican village, not a tourist area. It is best enjoyed by those looking for peace and quiet in a more nature oriented setting, without all the peddlers and hustlers lurking about. You can have fires on the beach too! Ride a bike around the village and make new friends in far-away places. If you make Lost Beach a stop on a longer Jamaican tour, you will definitely feel like you experienced Jamaica to the fullest. Lost Beach and it's surroundings were the highlight of our trip and we'll be back.
]]> http://letters.lostbeach.org/index.php?entry=entry090306-080152 Beth Welch Fri, 06 Mar 2009 16:01:52 GMT http://letters.lostbeach.org/comments.php?y=09&m=03&entry=entry090306-080152 http://letters.lostbeach.org/index.php?entry=entry090303-142040 Thanks Russ.]]> http://letters.lostbeach.org/index.php?entry=entry090303-142040 Beth Welch Tue, 03 Mar 2009 22:20:40 GMT http://letters.lostbeach.org/comments.php?y=09&m=03&entry=entry090303-142040 http://letters.lostbeach.org/index.php?entry=entry090219-114808
]]> Cards http://letters.lostbeach.org/index.php?entry=entry090219-114808 Beth Welch Thu, 19 Feb 2009 19:48:08 GMT http://letters.lostbeach.org/comments.php?y=09&m=02&entry=entry090219-114808 http://letters.lostbeach.org/index.php?entry=entry080506-124552 Lost Beach Resort
Middleone
Victoria, BC
My family and I spent 12 days at Lost Beach Resort last summer and had a wonderful time. The location is absolutely gorgeous and we really appreciated the fact that it is off the beaten path. Our previous trips to JA had been to Negril so the peace and quiet was a wonderful change. As well the location enabled us to visit Sav La Mar market and Negril as well as Whitehouse and Black River without having to spend a lot of time inside a vehicle.

We had a 2 bedroom unit with a kitchen so we could make meals or choose to go to the restaurant where the service was great and the food varied and delicious.

The staff was very friendly and helpful, suggesting places we might visit . In addition being in the countryside and walking to the local vendor stalls, we met many of the resorts neighbors so got a real flavour of the countryside.

I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Lost Beach Resort and would recommend it to anyone travelling to Jamaica

Liked — The helpful, friendly staff, the beach, the location
Disliked — The no-seeums
My ratings for this hotel are:
Value Rooms Location Cleanliness Check in / front desk Service
Date of Stay: July 2007
Visit was for: Quality time with family
Your age range: 50-64
Member since: May 06, 2008
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend? absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for: An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Families with young children, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:]]> Email http://letters.lostbeach.org/index.php?entry=entry080506-124552 Beth Welch Tue, 06 May 2008 19:45:52 GMT http://letters.lostbeach.org/comments.php?y=08&m=05&entry=entry080506-124552 http://letters.lostbeach.org/index.php?entry=entry080406-125755 Lost Beach Resort
YVONNE45
PHILADELPHIA, PA
Apr 28, 2008 I am writing to let you know what a wonderful time I had at Lost Beach. The staff, Jennifer, Hedi, Seption & Lisa were especially wonderful and made my stay enjoyable. My drivers were extremely helpful and made me feel so comfortable. My room was lovely and the fresh flowers were marvelous; I was delighted with fine service, excellent food and other amenities-all located in a beautiful peaceful setting. My trip will be one that I will fondly remember for a long time. I look forward to returning in November, before I even left I knew I would be back I just have to make the necessary arrangements and will be reserving asap. This was my
first trip to Jamaica and the only problem I had was what took me so long to find Lost Beach which I will call from now on Found Beach The reviews I saw on the place did not prepare me for such a fabulous time, I did not want to leave. I have traveled to a lot of places mainly in the Caribbean, but now I have found home. Thank you and thank you wonderful staff.
My ratings for this hotel are:
Rooms Location Cleanliness Check in / front desk Service
Member since: April 28, 2008
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend? absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for: Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Great pool scene, Pet owners ]]> Email http://letters.lostbeach.org/index.php?entry=entry080406-125755 Beth Welch Sun, 06 Apr 2008 19:57:55 GMT http://letters.lostbeach.org/comments.php?y=08&m=04&entry=entry080406-125755 http://letters.lostbeach.org/index.php?entry=entry080406-123855 Lost Beach Resort
MichiganChaperon
Michigan
Loved our stay at this out-of-the-way destination! No crowds, no beggers, and absolutely untouched beauty!
We went as a large group--perfect place for this!
The people were GREAT!
Never liked Jamaica before we came to this place!

Date of Stay: April 2008
]]> Email http://letters.lostbeach.org/index.php?entry=entry080406-123855 Beth Welch Sun, 06 Apr 2008 19:38:55 GMT http://letters.lostbeach.org/comments.php?y=08&m=04&entry=entry080406-123855 http://letters.lostbeach.org/index.php?entry=entry080306-125456 Lost Beach Resort
LeahRenee
Minneapolis, MN
If you feel you've never had a real vacation, then you haven't been to Lost Beach! It is a hidden paradise! Everyone there is extremely nice, and willing to get you anything you need. No problems. LOL Me, my family, and friend have gone for the past 6 years for someones birthday or New Years, and every year is better than the last. Beach BBQ's, bonfires, and private dinner parties on the veranda. I love it! My #1 things i love about Lost Beach, the privacy, the beautiful view right outside my door (absolute best), and the wonderful staff. I will be returning to Lost Beach soon. So if you plan on going (which i highly suggest), you'll probley see me on the beach outside my room swinging in the hammock, sippen on my rum punch, listening to the ocean!

Liked — Privacy, and the pool
Disliked — Too far from city sometimes, but seclusion was still real nice.
My ratings for this hotel are:
Value Rooms Location Cleanliness Check in / front desk Service Business service (e.g., internet access)
Date of Stay: March 2008
Visit was for: Hobbies / interest / culture
Traveling group: Family (extended)
Your age range: 25-34
Member since: May 05, 2008
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend? absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for: Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for: Young singles
I selected this hotel as a top choice for: Beach / Sun, Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine, Shopping, Concerts / Music festival, Other
]]> Email http://letters.lostbeach.org/index.php?entry=entry080306-125456 Beth Welch Thu, 06 Mar 2008 20:54:56 GMT http://letters.lostbeach.org/comments.php?y=08&m=03&entry=entry080306-125456 http://letters.lostbeach.org/index.php?entry=entry070406-125000 Lost Beach Resort
GothamCityProject
Seattle
Wow! What an AMAZING place! Having stayed at a typical resort, and having stayed at Lost Beach, I would recommend if you REALLY want to see Jamaica to run as fast as you can from the mo-bay strip and head on down past the cross-roads to Lost Beach.
The neighborhood was great, as I never felt uncomfortable walking around, even late at night, and everyone was very friendly. The food at the restaurant was delicious, the staff was very kind and courteous.
Unfortunately there was a pool pump malfunction while we were there, but we had so much fun swimming in the ocean that it didn't matter in the LEAST.
It was a life-changing trip in many ways, and a lot of those changes would not have been made without the many long conversations had over the week with staff and neighbors alike.
To me it isn't a question of IF I'll come back to Lost Beach, it's just a matter of how soon!

Our of our entire group, everyone had a wonderful experience and got to see exactly what they wanted. Some came to just kick back and enjoy the beach, others to explore the island and the culture a little more, but everyone came back with smiles galore and stories, stories, stories.

To summarize: If you felt, for even a moment, the peace and serenity that Lost Beach has to offer you wouldn't think twice about booking for the week.

There are lots of places to stay in Jamaica, but not one of them had the vibe or ambiance of Lost Beach. As a matter of fact, the last two days we stayed elsewhere on the island and all I could think about was how I wished I had just booked the entire trip at Lost Beach. It's THAT great of a place.

My hat is off to the entire Lost Beach crew.

Liked — The people, the people, the people.
Disliked — The showers fluctuated a little temperature wise...
My ratings for this hotel are:
Value Rooms Location Cleanliness Check in / front desk Service Business service (e.g., internet access)
Date of Stay: April 2007
Visit was for: Hobbies / interest / culture
Traveling group: Spouse / significant other
Your age range: 25-34
Member since: May 06, 2008
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend? absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for: Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Older travelers, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for: Young singles
I selected this hotel as a top choice for: Beach / Sun, Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine, Other
]]> Email http://letters.lostbeach.org/index.php?entry=entry070406-125000 Beth Welch Fri, 06 Apr 2007 19:50:00 GMT http://letters.lostbeach.org/comments.php?y=07&m=04&entry=entry070406-125000