Scores at a Glance
Grand Bávaro PrincessHalf Moon
Overall
8.2
9.1
Beach
8.7
8.8
Food
7.3
8.9
Service
7.8
9.2
Rooms
8.2
9.1
Luxury
·
9.3
Value
8.2
7.6
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Grand Bávaro Princess | Measure | Half Moon |
|---|---|---|
| 8.2 | Overall Score | 9.1 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.4 (12,199) | Google Rating | – |
| (better)From $82 | Price / Night (pp) | From $230 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 20 min | Airport Transfer | 15 min (better) |
All Scores
| Grand Bávaro Princess | Measure | Half Moon |
|---|---|---|
| 8.7 | Beach | 8.8 (better) |
| 7.3 | Food | 8.9 (better) |
| 7.8 | Service | 9.2 (better) |
| 8.2 | Rooms | 9.1 (better) |
| 8.4 | Pools | 8.7 (better) |
| – | Luxury | 9.3 |
| (better)8.2 | Value | 7.6 |
| 8.8 | Family | 8.8 |
| 8.2 | Nightlife | – |
| 7.4 | Quiet | – |
| – | Wellness | 9.1 |
| 6.3 | Remote work | – |
Of the 9 measures we call, Grand Bávaro Princess leads on 2 and Half Moon leads on 7.
Vibes
| Grand Bávaro Princess | Measure | Half Moon |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Lively | – |
| Yes | Quiet | – |
Activities
| Grand Bávaro Princess | Measure | Half Moon |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Nightlife | – |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
| – | Golf | Yes |
Grand Bávaro Princess
- 3 pools
- 11 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 20 min from PUJ
Half Moon
- 3 pools
- Full-service spa
- Butler service
- 15 min from MBJ
Pros · Grand Bávaro Princess
- Beautiful beachfront setting with strong recent beach and grounds sentiment.
- Very spacious room formats, including Bungalow, Platinum, Family Club, and honeymoon-style options.
- Large restaurant and bar footprint with international themes and several buffet/snack options.
- Good fit for families who want activities, wildlife, pools, beach, and a large resort environment.
Pros · Half Moon
- One of Jamaica’s strongest luxury resort footprints, with 400 acres, two miles of private beachfront, golf, tennis, equestrian center, spa, and villas.
- Excellent service and space-to-guest ratio for families and couples seeking privacy.
- Strong dining roster anchored by Delmare and Sugar Mill.
Cons · Grand Bávaro Princess
- Wi-Fi is a weak point compared with other resort features.
- Food quality is inconsistent across guest sources.
- The resort scale means shuttle waits and walking distances can affect the stay.
- Humidity, mosquitoes, and room dampness appear repeatedly in recent guest feedback.
Cons · Half Moon
- Optional all-inclusive is complex and not the same as a simple wristband resort.
- High on-property dining and activity prices if not on the right package.
- Some guests report slow food or drink service during busy periods.
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