Resort Reopenings Following Hurricane Melissa
In the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, several beloved resorts across Jamaica and the Caribbean have announced temporary closures to allow for recovery and restoration. The safety of guests and staff remains the top priority as each property undertakes repairs and enhancements to ensure the highest standard of hospitality upon reopening.
Below is an updated list of anticipated reopening dates for affected resorts. This information is provided to help travelers, advisors, and partners plan future trips with clarity and confidence. As always, Dynamite Travel continues to monitor official updates and remains committed to guiding clients toward safe, seamless, and unforgettable luxury travel experiences once these destinations welcome guests again.
Please note: The reopening dates listed below are estimates and are subject to change. Guests are encouraged to regularly check the official websites and social media pages of each hotel brand for the most current information and announcements.
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Destination Updates:
Jamaica:
- Both OCJ (note this airport has limited capabilities and depends on aircraft size) and KIN airports are open.
- MBJ will reopen for commercial flight at 7:00am on Saturday November 1st.
- Confirmed road between Montego Bay and Kingston is accessible. Drive time between Montego Bay and Kingston can be 3+ hours (pack your patience).
| Hotel/Resort Name | Location | Reopening Date |
| Jamaica Inn | Ocho Rios, Jamaica | 11/03/25 |
| Half Moon | Jamaica | 11/07/25 |
| Couples Sans Souci – All Inclusive | Jamaica | 11/08/25 |
| Couples Tower Isle – All Inclusive | Jamaica | 11/08/25 |
| Couples Swept Away – All Inclusive | Jamaica | 11/08/25 |
| Samsara | Jamaica | 11/08/25 |
| Legends | Jamaica | 11/08/25 |
| Couples Negril – All Inclusive | Negril, Jamaica | 11/08/25 |
| Bahia Principe Grand Jamaica – All Inclusive | Jamaica | 11/11/25 |
| Bahia Principe Luxury Runaway Bay Adults Only – All Inclusive | Runaway Bay, Jamaica | 11/11/25 |
| Grand Palladium Lady Hamilton Resort & Spa – All Inclusive | Jamaica | 11/21/25 |
| Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort & Spa – All Inclusive | Jamaica | 11/21/25 |
| Riu Palace Tropical Bay – All Inclusive | Jamaica | 11/22/25 |
| Riu Ocho Rios – All Inclusive | Ocho Rios, Jamaica | 11/22/25 |
| Riu Negril – All Inclusive | Negril, Jamaica | 11/22/25 |
| Riu Palace Jamaica Adults Only – All Inclusive | Jamaica | 11/22/25 |
| Riu Reggae Adults Only – All Inclusive | Jamaica | 11/22/25 |
| Riu Montego Bay Adults Only – All Inclusive | Jamaica | 11/22/25 |
| Iberostar Selection Rose Hall Suites – All Inclusive | Rose Hall, Jamaica | 11/25/25 |
| Iberostar Waves Rose Hall Beach – All Inclusive | Rose Hall, Jamaica | 11/25/25 |
| JOIA Rose Hall by Iberostar | Rose Hall, Jamaica | 11/25/25 |
| Sunset At The Palms | Negril | 11/25/25 |
| Ocean Eden Bay (Ocean H10) | Jamaica | 11/25/25 |
| Ocean Coral Spring (Ocean H10) | Jamaica | 11/25/25 |
| Hedonism II | Jamaica | 12/01/25 |
| Princess Senses The Mangrove | Jamaica | 12/01/25 |
| Princess Grand Jamaica Princess | Jamaica | 12/01/25 |
| Riu Palace Aquarelle – All Inclusive | Jamaica | 12/01/25 |
| Catalonia Montego Bay | Montego Bay, Jamaica | 12/01/25 |
| Azul Beach Resort Negril | Negril | 12/01/25 |
| Deja Resort | Jamaica | 12/01/25 |
| SeaGarden Beach Resort | Montego Bay, Jamaica | 12/01/25 |
| Sandals Ochi | Ocho Rios, Jamaica | 12/06/25 |
| Sandals Dunn’s River | Ocho Rios, Jamaica | 12/06/25 |
| Sandals Royal Plantation | Ocho Rios, Jamaica | 12/06/25 |
| Sandals Negril | Negril | 12/06/25 |
| Beaches Negril | Negril | 12/06/25 |
| Royalton Blue Waters Montego Bay | Montego Bay, Jamaica | 12/15/25 |
| Royalton Hideaway Blue Waters | Jamaica | 12/15/25 |
| Royalton Hideaway Negril | Negril, Jamaica | 12/15/25 |
| Grand Decameron Montego Bay | Montego Bay, Jamaica | 12/15/25 |
| Grand Decameron Cornwall Beach | Jamaica | 12/15/25 |
| Grand Lido Negril Au-Naturel | Jamaica | 12/15/25 |
| Zoëtry Montego Bay Jamaica | Montego Bay, Jamaica | 02/01/26 |
| Secrets Wild Orchid Montego Bay | Montego Bay, Jamaica | 02/01/26 |
| Secrets St. James Montego Bay | Montego Bay, Jamaica | 02/01/26 |
| Jewel Grande | Montego Bay, Jamaica | 02/01/26 |
| Hyatt Zilara Jamaica | Montego Bay, Jamaica | 02/01/26 |
| Hyatt Ziva Jamaica | Montego Bay, Jamaica | 02/01/26 |
| Dreams Rose Hall | Montego Bay, Jamaica | 02/01/26 |
| Breathless Montego Bay | Montego Bay, Jamaica | 02/01/26 |
| Sandals Montego Bay | Montego Bay, Jamaica | 05/30/26 |
| Sandals Royal Caribbean | Montego Bay, Jamaica | 05/30/26 |
| Sandals South Coast | Jamaica | 05/30/26 |
