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Club Ambiance - All Inclusive

3 stars
PO Box 20 Main Road St. Ann, Runaway Bay,
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.7
out of 5
138 reviews
Always Great

We love this hotel this was our forth time, love the nudest beach, food is great staff are so... See full review

  • O and T
  • Sep 4, 2012
We had a good stay

My mom and aunt came to Club Ambiance a few years prior...my husband & I just moved to Jamaica a... See full review

  • Team TNT
  • Feb 18, 2013
Restful days, lively nights at tropical adult Runaway Bay all inclusive

This festive Runaway Bay all inclusive sits amid lush gardens and the azure Caribbean Sea on Jamaica's north coast. The Club Ambiance all-inclusive resort caters to adults seeking restful days and lively nights. Spend days snorkeling, playing volleyball or lounging on one of the resort's three beaches (one clothing optional). Buffet and a la carte restaurants provide ever-changing menus and themed meals. Night owls gravitate to the vibrant Fantasia Club for dancing and themed parties that run deep into the night.

Highlights
  • Three private beaches (one clothing optional)
  • Land, water sports including snorkeling
  • Pool with pool bar
  • Disco open late
  • Buffet and a la carte restaurants
Rooms

The 90 rooms and suites at the Club Ambiance are located in five two-story room blocks, all facing the Caribbean Sea. All have patios or balconies and are decorated in vibrant Caribbean colors. They include a king or two double beds, air conditioning, satellite TV and wireless Internet. Additional amenities for deluxe honeymoon rooms include four poster king beds and bathrobes.

Features

Menus at the Club Ambiance resort's two dining establishments change regularly to ensure a variety of choices. Dinner is a festive affair -- accompanied by live music and shows. The Calypso Café serves breakfast, buffet lunch, dinner and late-night snacks. For a more intimate dining experience, enjoy a steak or lobster at the reservations-only Terrace Grill. On Wednesdays, Jamaican cuisine is served under the stars on the terrace, followed by a colorful floor show.

 

The three private beaches at Club Ambiance, along with the pool and Jacuzzi, create the prototypical Jamaican fun in the sun. Snorkeling equipment is available to explore the colorful marine life. For more relaxing endeavors, visit the pool bar for a Red Stripe, nap under a beach palapa or indulge at the massage beach hut (fees apply).

 

Breathtaking sunsets usher in lively evenings enhanced by shows, live music and tropical libations. The Fantasia Club hosts nightly themed events, including Battle of the Sexes, Reggae Dance Contest and a Toga Party.

Transportation
  • Montego Bay Airport (48 mi/76.5 km)
Attractions
  • Green Grotto Caves (6.5 mi/10.5 km)
  • Dunn's River Falls (13.5 mi/21.5 km)
  • Dolphin Cove  (20.5 mi/32.5 km)
Business
  • Business center
  • Conference facilities
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • High-speed Internet (fees apply)
Policies and fees
  • All-inclusive program includes all meals, beverages, non-motorized water sports, daytime activities, nightly entertainment, tax and gratuities.
  •  A clothing-optional beach section is available.
  •  No children under 18 permitted at this property.

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

Club Ambiance - All Inclusive Rooms

Deluxe Honeymoon Room
Deluxe Honeymoon rooms accommodate 2 persons. Located on the first floor, overlooking the Caribbean Sea, and feature the following: Balcony, Air-conditioning, Four poster King bed, Bathroom with hairdryer, Satellite TV, Mini-safe, Telephone,Iron + Ironing board, Coffeemaker, Fridge, and Bath-robes.
Standard Room
Standard rooms accommodate a maximum of 3 persons. Located on ground or 1st floor, these rooms enjoy a patio or balcony. King or 2 Double bedding, Air-conditioned, Bathroom with hairdryer,Satellite TV,Mini-safe,Telephone,Iron + Ironing board, Coffeemaker & Fridge
3 Bedroom Villa
3 Bedroom Villa accommodates a maximum of 6 persons. Each room features one king or two twin beds.

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • FREE parking
  • Pool
General
Concierge
Activities
Pool
Fitness center or spa
Spa services
Night club
Dining
Restaurant
Services
Business center
Tour desk
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Conference facilities
Internet
Wireless internet
Parking
FREE parking

Hotel Map

18.4625 -77.3427
Area served
Jamaica, Runaway Bay
Nearby airports
Sangster/Montego Bay International Airport (MBJ). 39 miles east - approximate driving time is 1 hour, 10 minutes.
Area description
Club Ambiance is located in Runaway Bay, close to where the beauty of Jamaica was discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1492. A 20 minute drive to Famous Dunns' River Falls and Ocho Rios. 3 Minutes drive to the Runaway Bay 18 hole Golf Course and 5 minutes from Horseback riding.

Dining

Coconut Bar
Large open air bar, open 10:00am - 11:00pm
Pool Bar
Located at swimming pool. Open 10:00am - 5:00pm
Ocen Club
Featuring Large TV Screen, Pool Table, Darts, Ping Pong, Soccer game & indoor games.
Cafe Calypso Restaurant
Ocean-view open-air restaurant serving full buffet breakfast, dinner and snacks.
Pier Bar
Located at the end of the Pier and surrounded by the Caribbean Sea. A fun place playing Reggae music. Opening during evenings only.
Terrace Grill Restaurant
Intimate Open-air a la carte restaurant, serving lunch and a la carte dinner.
Seaside Terrace
Open air Terrace with bar and buffet, featuring them nights, barbeques along with live music and shows.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (138)

Ratings and reviews for Club Ambiance - All Inclusive

Overall score

3.7 / 5
138 out of 138
Amenities:
3.6
Room cleanliness:
4.1
Hotel staff:
4.4
Room comfort:
3.8
Location:
3.7
Value:
4.1

78% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

1
Shannonjky
Louisville, Ky
Apr 14, 2013

O_0

I have been to this resort 13 times. We had always enjoyed our stay. Club Ambiance is now under new management. One of the biggest changes are that it has now become completely clothing optional and is more for the swingers lifestyle. This is not what we had signed up for during our most recent trip. Check out the new advertisement for the resort! https://iriestyle.com Make sure that you understand what will be going on during your stay. I will miss the old resort.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
2
Value:
2
Review of Club Ambiance - All Inclusive

Reviewer score

3
2 for Jamaica
Birmingham, Alabama
Apr 9, 2013

Ja mon, their staff's the best!

This resort being one of the older ones in Runaway Bay, there sure has to be something about it that let's it hold up to the new "Big Ones" around. Sure enough, it is their friendly family-like staff that makes you enjoy your stay from the very first minute.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
3
Review of Club Ambiance - All Inclusive

Reviewer score

1
TravelingTHEworld
USA
Apr 6, 2013

Not a 3 Star - More like a 1/2 Star

This place wasn’t even close to being a 3 star resort, at best you might rate it a half of a star. The food that you normally come to expect at a resort especially an all-inclusive was very basic and mostly red meats and no seafood. It reminded me of a high school graduation party buffet. The rooms and entire resort is 20 to 30 years outdated, the doors still have keyed locks and door handle was partially falling off. In our room the table lamp in the bedroom didn't even have a bulb in it and the bathroom light only had one shade on the light, the others were missing. The liquor was very watery, the internet had been down 3 days prior to our arrival and the hotel manager wasn’t even aware that quests had been complaining about it. The TV had only 6 or 7 channels. However they are very gifted at Photoshop editing. I would not recommend staying at this resort.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
1
Location:
3
Value:
1
Review of Club Ambiance - All Inclusive

Reviewer score

3
Morti
Mid PA
Feb 24, 2013

Charming-Elegant-Gentle-super cordial

Facilities, fine. I'd go back if the Hotel had even the smallest of exercise rooms.--I missed treadmill or stationary bike. If i get note from somebody that next time there will be a minimal exercise area, you can count me in.Staff great, helpful, cordial. Food, bar access, quality, and taste level of everything, , "very good".

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
4
Shopping tip: Short drive from hotel

Step right outside front gate, and public transportation is literally cab(share the ride) every 4-5 minutes-Cab pickup stations look like bus stops--prox 0.20 USD per mile. Shopping in Ocho Rio great.-even have "Berger King".

Review of Club Ambiance - All Inclusive

Reviewer score

4
Team TNT
Spanish Town, Jamaica
Feb 18, 2013

We had a good stay

My mom and aunt came to Club Ambiance a few years prior...my husband & I just moved to Jamaica a few weeks ago, and with Valentine's Day approaching, we thought we'd squeeze in a 4 day, 3 night stay somewhere nice. The price was good (booked through a site that rhymes with Norbitz (lol) and got the 3rd night free - pretty nice). We got there, and the ambiance was great. The food and drinks were good (when you go someplace that serves food "buffet-style", you know what to expect). We enjoyed the activities - played beach volleyball, table tennis, shuffleboard, etc. The only reason Club Ambiance gets a 4 and not a 5 is because none of the "3" beaches are actually swimmable (yes, I just made that word up, lol). We wanted to swim, but the water was too shallow (and VERY marshy). The nearby hammocks more than made up for that, however. I believe it was a good value for the price. Not sure we'd go again (unless there's some real blockbuster deal, lol) but we did enjoy our stay.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Club Ambiance - All Inclusive

Reviewer score

4
klemi
Oak Ridge, tennessee
Feb 16, 2013

5th visit in 2 years

we enjoy the smaller resort and altho it is not great beach and is older building the staff make up for shortcomings. Food is good and altho new management has made some cutbacks we had a relaxing time. Lots of rumours about lifestyle change so do not know if this will happen but we are glad we had 5 wonderful visits just do not expect a Riu or fancy place. All adult is wonderful and for the price you can;t beat Club Ambiance.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Scotchies at Discovery Bay is 10 minutes away and a great place for cold beer, lunch and views of the ocean.

Review of Club Ambiance - All Inclusive

Reviewer score

5
SMingo
NYC
Sep 11, 2012

Maximumtainment-NYC

We have visited Club Ambiance 4 times. My guest and I had a great time with the live entertainment. We also had an enjoyment of the great food you prepared. Visiting Club Ambiance is an great experience that everyone must participate in. I will be recommending your resort to all my friends that visit Jamaica. Again, thanks for the wonderful experience. See you in Oct. 2012 Smingo,

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
3
Value:
4
Review of Club Ambiance - All Inclusive

Reviewer score

4
klemi
Oak Ridge, tennessee
Sep 10, 2012

Sun and Reggae

spent 5 wonderful days at Club Ambiance and altho the resort has changed ownership the resort is still that great low key get a way that is most affordable and a staff that treats you like family. Not a large mega resort but that is the charm and altho the beach is not the best the feeling of being so welcome and able to relax and enjoy the area is perfect for a relaxing get a way. Food is good and not fancy but more like the real Jamaica. I can not wait to go back for another round of Jamaican hospitality.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
5
Time-saving tip: Not Applicable

Search and find a driver to take you to and from the airport, saves a lot of time and is well worth the expense.

Review of Club Ambiance - All Inclusive

Reviewer score

5
O and T
Norman ok USA
Sep 4, 2012

Always Great

We love this hotel this was our forth time, love the nudest beach, food is great staff are so friendly and helpful we will be back again next year ...thanks for a great vacation ....T&O

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Entertainment tip: In Hotel

great realy do not need to leave the hotel they have great entertainment

Review of Club Ambiance - All Inclusive

Reviewer score

1
BAD SEAN
club ambiance
Aug 12, 2012

NOT a good visit

THIS was my second time back in Jamaica for the first time in 11 years, and my girls first time. BUT the location and hotel that we saw on line was not the same thing when we got there.. warning you have to do a lot of things outside to have fun, the hotel does not have many actives inside. keep the ac on in the room so that no bugs will come. IT was boring, for most of the week expect wed when they had Jamaican day. would not go back and stay for a week, would go back and say hi to the friends that we meant..

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
1
Value:
1
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