Half Moon is a hotel destination wedding venue in Montego Bay, Jamaica, hosting 20 to 250 guests in the $$$$ price range, reached from Sangster International Airport (MBJ), 20 minutes. Best months: January, February, March, July.
Half Moon
Built in 1745 as a private great house and sugar plantation, Half Moon has been meticulously restored into a 400-acre luxury resort that preserves its Georgian colonial architecture while offering modern amenities.
About Half Moon
Built in 1745 as a private great house and sugar plantation, Half Moon has been meticulously restored into a 400-acre luxury resort that preserves its Georgian colonial architecture while offering modern amenities.
The property's storied past as a working estate provides an authentic Caribbean backdrop for ceremonies and receptions, with manicured grounds that once served agricultural purposes now transformed into elegant event spaces.
Located on Montego Bay's northern coast, the venue combines historic charm with contemporary hospitality infrastructure.
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During our honeymoon in Montego Bay, we spent a day at Half Moon Resort, and it was absolutely incredible! From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with the kindest hospitality and surrounded by the most breathtaking scenery.
Monica Cochran · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
The ceremony
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yes
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- MBJ, 15 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Event spaces
- Conference centre
- Indoors or out
- Both
- Setting
- Coastal, historic, elegantAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Originally constructed in 1745 as a plantation great house with 400 acres of preserved estate grounds
- Three on-site restaurants and multiple bars accommodate rehearsal dinners and cocktail receptions
- 280 guest rooms and suites available for wedding parties and invitees
- Private beach access with water sports facilities including snorkeling and diving
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
See the day-by-day outline+
Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 6:00 PMRehearsal dinner at beachfront restaurant
- 10:30 AMCeremony on private beach or garden terrace
- 12:00 PMCocktail reception and lawn games
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- MBJ · about 15 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Sangster International Airport.
- Typical total
- $30,000-75,000+Aisle estimate
See the full figure+
$30,000-75,000+ for 100 guests
- Ceremony fee
- $2,500-5,000Aisle estimate
- Reception
- $150-300 a headAisle estimate
- Room rate
- $400-1,200 a nightAisle estimate
- Weather window
- January – March
The months the weather is kindest, with July mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- (866) 655-9390
Answered by the venue in local hours.
All-inclusive packages available. Request formal proposal from wedding coordinator.
Questions about the venue
What is the history of Half Moon?+
Half Moon was built in 1745 as a plantation great house during Jamaica's colonial era. It operated as a working sugar estate for centuries before being converted into a luxury resort. The main house and surrounding structures have been carefully restored to maintain their historical integrity while adding modern conveniences.
Can we have ceremonies on the beach?+
Yes. Half Moon offers beachfront ceremony spaces along its private stretch of Montego Bay. The resort can arrange floral installations, seating configurations, and weather contingency setups.
What's included in wedding packages?+
Packages typically include venue rental, catering, bar service, tables, chairs, linens, and coordination. Custom options are available. Contact the wedding team directly for detailed pricing aligned with your guest count and date.
How many guests can the venue accommodate?+
Half Moon can host weddings from intimate gatherings to celebrations of 250+ guests across multiple venues including the ballroom, terraces, beach, and garden spaces.
What's the nearest airport?+
Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Montego Bay is approximately 20 minutes away by car. The resort can arrange ground transportation for wedding guests.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.
Sources for individual venue facts
Outdoor ceremony: Yes
“Located in the heart of the resort, the Great House Lawn is an intimate seaside venue ideal for wedding ceremonies.”
Read the source for outdoor ceremonyEvent spaces: Conference centre
“The 4,600 sq. ft. Conference Centre can accommodate up to 250 persons for a banquet and 670 guests for a cocktail reception.”
Read the source for event spacesIndoors or out: Both
“We offer over 15,000 sq. ft. of flexible indoor banquet, meeting and convention facilities as well as expansive picturesque outdoor event locations.”
Read the source for indoors or out