Golden Clouds | 12 BRs

Absolutely Amazing!

Golden Clouds, Jamaica villa review

Golden Clouds is truly an unforgettable place! Our group, 24 adults in total, spent a full week at Golden Clouds to have my, now husband, and I’s wedding. The rooms and facilities were amazing, all amenities were top-notch, and we used them all - from shuffleboard and tennis to billiards and ping pong! But the best part about Golden Clouds is the people, we can’t even call them staff because within just the first day they became part of our family. David and Horace were amazing behind the bar, and made sure we were always taken care of no matter what it was. They spent so much time chatting and just hanging out with us, it was so great. Wayne and Pollyanna’s food was absolutely to die for, at every meal we kept saying “This is the best yet,” and we did not spend a single moment hungry. Ken was great at breakfast and lunch and always ensured we had everything we needed! Collin and Ziggy always made sure the grounds were pristine and Ziggy made us an amazing beach bonfire! Jamoya checked in on us all the time and also made sure we were completely taken care of. I wish there were words we could say to express our gratitude for everyone at Golden Clouds, but there just isn’t enough. We spent the majority of the time floating in the pool and in the lagoon with drinks in hand just looking over the ocean and saying, “Wow, we can’t believe we’re here”. It is tough to imagine a place this amazing exists, but it is truly paradise and we cannot wait to go back!

Jean was great, she always made sure our questions were answered! Lori was also amazing in setting up all of our transportation!

Posted by Kenzie V

EXCELLENT...

Golden Clouds, Jamaica villa review

Only one thing bad…Water in Master Bath Shower would never cool down or be Cold…Always Warm too Hot!!! Outstanding Property…Excellent Chef-Chevy…David & Dominic were Outstanding…Maids were Great…ALL staff Excellent…Dana

Shawna was Superb…

Posted by Dana M

5-STAR EXPERIENCE!

Golden Clouds, Jamaica villa review

We are giving Golden Clouds a Five-Star review. The villa was even better than advertised/promised, the photos do not do the property justice. Well-appointed and maintained, this villa gives you more than you could imagine in luxury.
We are also giving Golden Clouds STAFF 5-Stars! We were treated like royalty at all times, though we felt like we were visiting family. The perfect balance of hospitality and professionalism, the staff was very knowledgeable about the area and other services not provided at the villa: like car rentals, restaurants, andd tours.

We look forward to returning to Golden Clouds again soon.

THANK YOU WHERETOSTAY.COM, Mrs. Shawna Dunaway, and her staff.
We are giving WhereToStay.com a FIVE-STAR rating. We have rented through this company numerous times and have NEVER been disappointed with the service provided by WhereToStay.com or any of the villas we have contracted.

Posted by Scottie G

We had a wonderful holiday!

Golden Clouds, Jamaica villa review

We just returned from a vacation in paradise. It was the first time that we traveled with children, parents, and grandparents anywhere -  let alone to an exotic country. 

We decided on a villa, rather than a hotel because we had six children who needed places to play together and where we knew they would be safe. Not that hotels aren’t safe, but we had heard good things about villa rentals for families and we decided to take the chance. 

Our travel agent recommended Golden Clouds, and we are so glad they did. It was an absolutely amazing place to stay and couldn’t be more perfect for large extended-family vacations.  The list of amenities was too long to list in this review, but some of the more popular activities for our group were swimming, tennis, beach, volleyball, ping pong, games room, playground and shuffleboard.

The staff immediately made us feel like Golden Clouds was our home, and we lived a pampered life for a week. The meals prepared by Ms. Blossom and served by Jackson were beyond words. We got to know most of the staff and they were always extremely professional, but very warm and charming as well. 

As an avid gardener, I was fascinated by the Zen Garden and the thousands of plants and flowers on the property. The gardeners were a great source of information and they had all kinds of tips about growing everything from orchids to oranges.

We will be going back to Golden Clouds next year for our niece’s wedding, and are counting the days before we return to this tropical paradise.

Posted by Margo G

Paradise found!

Golden Clouds, Jamaica villa review

Golden Clouds was an absolutely delightful place with comfortable well-appointed rooms, beautiful grounds, exquisite beach, and delicious meals and drinks.

The service was impeccable. It was a total delight! We encountered some great employees. Jackson, was a bartender extraordinaire, and created some wonderful drinks for us. Blossom, was an incredible chef, and the ever-smiling Ken made our visit so memorable and special.

The food was outstanding - highest quality ingredients and fabulous flavors.

There was no shortage of activities on the property. We had massages, tennis lessons, and yoga lessons that were all arranged by the manager. We also enjoyed the evening walks after a sumptuous meal and the late night swims in the beautiful pool.

Golden Clouds is unique - it’s quiet and relaxed. It’s not stuffy at all, but still very stylish and elegant. We didn’t want a trip where we had to fight crowds and loud obnoxious people. We wanted a serene place to stay, but still wanted to go on excursions and get a sense of what the island was like.

We made several trips to Ocho Rios for shopping and sight-seeing. I highly recommend Dunn’s River Falls for a bit of exercise and fun.

We can’t wait to go back! It really was a great experience for us!

Posted by Cathy W

We had a wonderful vacation.

Golden Clouds, Jamaica villa review

My husband and I spent a week at Golden Clouds. It was an incredible holiday filled with many wonderful memories.

From the moment our driver pulled up through the private gates we felt as if we were on “Fantasy Island”. We arrived in the afternoon only to be greeted with the most delicious cold rum punch. We knew we were off to a great start!

Golden Clouds has a magical aura of peace and quiet, and of certainty in an unsettled world. It is a unique combination of formal elegance and laid-back casual. My husband said it reminded him of staying at a rich relative’s mansion where you could basically do whatever you wanted because you were family.

The rooms were spacious and stylish, the food was fresh and beautifully cooked by Blossom, the amazing chef. The property was stunning and views of the gorgeous Caribbean Sea with its magical sunsets took our breath away.

The employees; Jackson, Kenneth, Damian and Sean; waited on us like we were celebrities and made us feel very welcomed.

The private beach was a delight. We also spent a lot of time lounging by the beautiful pool when we weren’t snorkeling on the reef located just off shore.

All of this would be remarkable enough, but what separates Golden Clouds from other superb hotels and resorts is a level of gracious service that for us is unsurpassed. We’ll be back - and the sooner the better!

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It was magnificent!

Golden Clouds, Jamaica villa review

Having never stayed at a villa before, I had no idea what to expect. In fact, out of our group I was the one who was really pushing to stay at a hotel instead of a villa for our holiday. I was outvoted, and it was the best thing that could have possibly happened. Golden Clouds villa was absolutely incredible. From the moment we pulled up to the gate to the moment we left, the staff treated us like stars.

We had the all-inclusive package, which made it very simple to figure out who owed what. If you’ve ever gone on vacation with friends, you can really appreciate knowing exactly how much everything will cost before you leave on your holiday.

We had 15 adults in our group and some of us didn’t drink much and others drank a lot. Having the liquor as a separate tab meant that you didn’t have to pay for what you didn’t drink.

The food was out-of-this world. I usually stay at all-inclusive hotels, so I’m used to the idea of having all my meals included. What I wasn’t used to was having my own private chef who made the most amazing meals you could ever possibly imagine! Our entire group was completely impressed by Ms. Blossom and her amazing cooking.

The rooms were beautiful as well. They were each done in a different style and had all the modern amenities (air conditioning, flat screens, etc.), yet still had an old world charm and elegance.

We went on a few excursions while in Jamaica. I usually go to Mexico (love Cabo!) on my holidays, so Jamaica was something different and quite exotic. The locals were very friendly, and there were a lot of interesting places to visit. I would definitely go back to Jamaica, and I would absolutely go back to Golden Clouds!

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This was simply the best.

Golden Clouds, Jamaica villa review

Our extended family of 16 adults and three children stayed at Golden Clouds for a week. We were extremely pleased with everything about this private resort. All the other reviews are correct. It is a fantastic place to stay, and the staff is the best anywhere in the Caribbean, if not the world.

We had an all-inclusive package. Everything was taken care of - the airport transfers, all of the meals, tips, and taxes. We didn’t have to worry about a thing. We had a van and driver for the week as part of the package, and it came in very handy for our excursions to Dunns River Falls and to the Firefly museum. 

Of course, we spent as much time as possible enjoying Golden Clouds. We made great use of the beach, swimming pools, gym and tennis court; but it was nice to go on a few trips, as well, since some of our family had never been to Jamaica before.

My son, whom is 14, really loved snorkeling in the sea. He spent a lot of time exploring the reef while I lounged on the beach with a good book. 

The staff couldn’t possibly have have been nicer. They responded to our every request - including constant requests by the children for root beer floats (with a warm smile!). Kenneth was terrific with the kids, and although the property is very safe, he always kept a watchful eye on them when they were near the beach or the pool.

It is impossible to imagine a better place for a family reunion. Golden Clouds is like no place on earth and we will be coming back again soon!

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This was the vacation of a lifetime.

Golden Clouds, Jamaica villa review

We were at Golden Clouds for a week with a group of friends. There were 12 of us and we had the vacation of a lifetime. We were pampered and treated like royalty by our own private staff in our own private paradise.

It is impossible to compare a villa vacation to anything else, and if you are planning a holiday for a large group of family or friends, I highly recommend Golden Clouds.

The villa and property are like a luxury resort, except you have the whole place to yourself. The staff are always there to assist with anything you need, and it is your home to enjoy for the week. And what a home it is! The main villa is a 10,000 square foot mansion. Also, there is another two-bedroom villa on the property that we didn’t use, but are planning to the next time when we bring even more people.

The weather was great during our stay. We went snorkeling every day, plus there were lots of opportunities to play tennis and hang out on the beautiful private beach.

I was able to keep up my workout routine while on holidays, in spite of the unbelievably great meals, by making good use of the gymnasium. It had all the latest exercise machines and was very popular with our group. We also enjoyed the games room and ping-pong table and had many tournaments lasting into the wee hours of the morning.

Since it was sunny and hot for most of our visit, we didn’t spend much time walking around the beautiful gardens during the day. But, after an amazing dinner we would often go for long walks around the well-lit property, which is more like a private park. There is an incredible “Zen” garden with every tropical plant you can imagine. One of the main gardeners is named Rohan, and he is a walking encyclopedia of knowledge about flowers, plants, and trees.

The villa has ten staff and we got to know them very well during our time at Golden Clouds. They are all very friendly and caring people, but are also very dignified and proud to be working at such a luxurious and legendary villa. Ms. Blossom is an amazing chef, and Jackson the butler/bartender did a fabulous job, as did all the staff.

We can’t wait to come back to Golden Clouds, and would recommend this villa to anyone who is looking for a vacation in paradise.

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Beyond All Expectations

Golden Clouds, Jamaica villa review

We got married at Golden Clouds in August and I don’t even know where to start with how amazing this place is. It is a legendary villa and the walls have photos of celebrities who have stayed there, and we can certainly see why. From the time we landed in Jamaica until we left we were treated like royalty. The staff at the villa were extremely professional and incredibly flexible to all our needs. They really do their absolute best to make sure you have nothing to worry about on your vacation. The service was excellent, and the staff did their utmost to make sure everyone was happy and fed and having an amazing time. We spent a week at Golden Clouds and all the meals were outstanding.

The villa itself is gorgeous and has every amenity that you can imagine, including tennis court, gym, and games room. The grounds were well cared for by a team of gardeners, and the gardens, pools and beach are absolutely stunning.  The villa was very spacious and the bedrooms are wonderful.  Everyone commented on how comfortable their rooms were.  There was plenty of space for all 50 of us to congregate. The villa is more like a luxury resort hotel with lots of terraces, seating areas, and large gathering places.  Not all of our wedding guests stayed at Golden Clouds and some stayed at a nearby hotel.  The hotel was fine, but the real vacation and partying all took place at the villa.

Golden Clouds is truly a magical place, and we can’t wait to come back for our anniversary!

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