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Villa Sonate

Property class: 3

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A balcony with a green railing overlooking a garden with red-roofed buildings and lush greenery.
A swimming pool with a balcony and railing.
A garden pathway with a stone pavement, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a lamp, a green door, and a view of the outside.
A living room with wicker furniture, a chandelier, and a painting on the wall.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$238
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug

Explore the area

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18 MarySunley Crescent, Clifford Hall, Runaway Bay, Saint Ann
  • Place, Runaway Bay Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Flavours Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Cardiff Hall Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ocho Rios (OCJ-Ian Fleming Intl.)
    ‪84 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Junior Room

A neatly made bed with green bedding, a small bedside table, a lamp, and a refrigerator in a room with patterned curtains.

Junior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Honeymoon Suite

A four-poster bed with a wooden frame, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a door leading to another room.

Honeymoon Suite

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Junior Suite, Multiple Beds

Two twin beds with green bedspreads and white linens, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted phone.

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Runaway Bay

A family-friendly stay in Runaway Bay awaits you at Villa Sonate. You'll be 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Runaway Bay Beach and 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Flavours Beach. Highlights at this beach guest house include a nearby private beach, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .The restaurant, Lantana Restaurant, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the guest house's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. 300 square feet (28 square metres) of event facilities include 2 meeting rooms and a conference centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available daily between 8 AM and 10 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Runaway Bay guest house include Cardiff Hall Beach and Ocean View Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Runaway Bay Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Flavours Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Cardiff Hall Beach - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Ocean View Beach - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Dunn's River Falls - 51 min drive - 27.2 km

Getting around

  • Montego Bay (MBJ-Sir Donald Sangster Intl.) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Olas - Rodizio - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Jasmin - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lotus Indian Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Smokehouse @Grizzly Plantation - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Villa Sonate

Feel the sun on your face and the sand in your toes on the private white sand beach, located just 1 mi away. You'll be playing in the surf in no time with a ride on the guest house's beach shuttle (surcharge).

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach guest house also offers an outdoor pool, a garden and a terrace. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Runaway Bay guest house.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 300 sq ft of conference space
  • 28 sq. m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Villa Sonate offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to balconies. This individually furnished accommodation includes desks. This Runaway Bay guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee: USD 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Lantana Restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (300 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Direct access to a private beach
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 10 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 100
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Villa Sonate
Villa Sonate House
Villa Sonate House Runaway Bay
Villa Sonate Runaway Bay
Villa Sonate Jamaica/Runaway Bay
Villa Sonate Guesthouse Runaway Bay
Villa Sonate Guesthouse
Villa Sonate Guesthouse
Villa Sonate Runaway Bay
Villa Sonate Guesthouse Runaway Bay

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Villa Sonate?

Villa Sonate offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Sonate?

As of 13 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Sonate on 14 Aug 2026 start from NZ$238, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Villa Sonate?

Yep, Villa Sonate has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Villa Sonate?

The closest beach to Villa Sonate is Ocean View Beach (1.1 km).

Does Villa Sonate have a pool?

Villa Sonate has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Villa Sonate a romantic place to stay?

Garden-view dining and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Villa Sonate.

Is Villa Sonate family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as supervised childcare, laundry facilities and a deli, it's no surprise that Villa Sonate is a hit with families.

Does Villa Sonate serve breakfast?

You bet, full brekkie is available daily between 8 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Villa Sonate?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Villa Sonate?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Villa Sonate?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Villa Sonate?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Villa Sonate?

There is a golf course next to Villa Sonate.

Villa Sonate Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 185 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 185 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 185 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 185 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 185 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place in itself is beautiful but rooms need to be more updated,bathroom was old. Staff very pleasant and helpful, breakfast was excellent. Area quiet and peaceful,close to beach restaurants and shopping areas.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

BRUCE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location and quiet vibes. Lovely Mountain Views
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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4/10 Poor

Venisha

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was fresh. And breakfast was presented very well
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff/ family style lay back accommodations/ super clean and safe location / tight security / great price / yard style breakfast enough to keep you full for an entire day and finger licking good too. My overall experience was amazing. My second time here and plan to bring my family here in July for a little retreat in the country side. No entertainment but great for me as I like quiet environment
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are professional, friendly and make you feel comfortable; rooms are spacious and clean. Complimentary parking, pool and beach are available. Food is tasty and good; breakfast is served as well as dinner package is available. Andre the server is friendly and efficient. Great experience from start to finish, this exceeded my expectations. I would recommend this resort to anyone who is seeking to be in a safe and friendly environment.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

hope

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely,ctasty breakfast, clean and spacious room, air conditioning
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Damion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
My husband said all the staff were very friendly and polite. The food was
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

MARC-ANTONIO

Liked: Cleanliness
The entire front staff was very helpful and made me feel like family. Breakfast was great even though i had it to go.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Uma Maheswari

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Orlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just to sum up my stay 💯 satisfied. I will stay again. Thank to the chef's and waiters very helpful selection of foods excellent. Front desk staffs their HOSPITALITY 💯. Thank you again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Orlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
EXCELLENT
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spent a few days and was very pleased with the service.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Claudine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything stood out - clean room, staff, amenities and the surrounding.
Pool was too inviting not to enjoy one of my favorite activities.
Absolutely enjoyed a well prepared authentic Jamaican breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Manyon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the property location, the breakfast and the staff is friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tamor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was really comfortable and i would recommend this place anytime
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast menu is among the best on the island. The staff are friendly and make the mealso enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was spotless and so spacious. The grounds were beautiful, especially considering the establishment was recovering from Hurricane Melissa. Breakfasts were amazing. Staff were friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lyndel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Place was quiet n safe nice soorounding friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Calvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was good The staff was top class very very friendly The room was very clean and the air conditioning was good everything was fabulous ,every where was clean the grounds and the garden was beautiful the swimming pools was well maintained i will be recommending this place to family and friends
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Loraine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tameko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing stay and location❤️ was beautiful. Food was outstanding❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ We would highly recommend!! Thank You So Much to everyone including owner and management
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Markland

Really enjoyed my time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kayde-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Felt like a Home away from home, beautiful property, safe good food, nice friendly staff i would highly recommend and would definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Delores

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is quiet and safe. The staff are friendly and polite.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025