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Clocktower Apartments

★★★★★5.0 out of 5 · 1 reviews

3.5★

Clocktower Apartments is a 3.5-star resort in Runaway Bay with 100 rooms rated 5.0/5 by 1 TripAdvisor reviewers; typical rates from about $125 a night.

About

Clocktower Apartments is a small property on Main Street in Discovery Bay, on the north coast between Ocho Rios and Runaway Bay. The 5/5 rating comes from a single review, so take it as a data point, not a pattern — but it does suggest someone had a very good stay. Discovery Bay is quieter than the resort corridors, more of a local town with a working harbor and a few low-key guesthouses. This appears to be one of them. Without details on room count, amenities, or what's included, it's hard to say what sets it apart beyond location. The name suggests a central spot in town, which can mean walkability to shops and restaurants, or just street noise — depends on the room. If you're looking for something off the main tourist track and don't need a pool or concierge, it might work. Just confirm what's actually on-site before you book.

At a glance

Area: Runaway Bay
Star rating: ★★★½☆
Typical nightly: $125
Beach access: shuttle
Kid-friendly: ●●●○○
Party score: ●●●○○
Walkability: ●●●●○
Rooms: 100
Casino: –
Swim-up: –
Kids' club: –
All inclusive: –
Vibe: —

Sargassum: seasonal (May–Oct)

North coast location experiences seasonal sargassum May–October; local beaches may see arrivals during peak summer months.

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Restaurants nearby

Ocho Rios

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Ocho Rios

Bayritz

Bayritz is a mid-range spot on Main Street in Discovery Bay, right next to the coastguard building. With 31 reviews and perfect fives across food and service, it's punching above what you'd expect from the location. The value score at 4.8 suggests the pricing tracks with the quality, which isn't always a given on the north coast. Discovery Bay doesn't get the tourist press of Ocho Rios or Montego Bay, so a restaurant holding a perfect rating here usually means it's feeding locals who'll tell you when something's off. The mid-range price level keeps it accessible without cutting corners on execution — that full marks on food backs it up. If you're passing through between Runaway Bay and Ocho Rios, it's worth the stop. Market Place address means easy to find, and the coastguard landmark makes it harder to miss.

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Beaches nearby

Ocho Rios

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Dolphin Cove Puerto Seco Beach

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