The Colonial at Jaguar Reef

The location is outstanding! The cove is so calm and perfect for swimming. The water is warm and very clear, and the sand is soft with no rocks or coral to hurt your feet. A lot of beach resorts look great in pictures, but aren't actually nice to swim in. This one is one of the best we have visited. Being centrally located, you have access to many different excursions. You can take snorkel trips right from the hotel's dock, and the reef is exceptional. There are also a variety of trips you can take to see nature, zipline, etc. The concierge Greg was extremely helpful in setting everything up for our family. This was a great option for an extended family trip. Our family enjoyed kayaking, paddleboarding, swimming in the pools, and hanging out at the bars, especially the one on the pier. It was easy to meet up for different activities or meals. The facilities are very nice, with spacious, comfortable, and clean rooms, good food and drinks, and a friendly staff. There are also a few restaurants within walking distance from the hotel if you decide you want a change from the resort's dining options. Our trip did hit a few snags. One room didn't have hot water for a couple of days, but then a maintenance worker showed us that the shower handle needed to point in a different direction for the hot water. We still weren't able to get hot water in the sink though. I recommend being persistent in having this issue addressed if this happens to you. It rained heavily one day and so we had to cancel an excursion. We went the week after Christmas, and there were a couple of very large family groups that monopolized some of the facilities, and then complained loudly when they felt they weren't getting everything exactly as they had planned. Just a heads up, the tourism season starts in December, so many of the workers at that time were brand new. They were still very friendly and tried their best. Have patience with everyone, and understand that travel always brings unexpected surprises. Overall we had a great trip to Jaguar Reef and would recommend!

The beach is INCREDIBLE. The room had everything we needed Nice kitchenette to prepare food so that we could save on eating out all the time since it's not a all inclusive. The Humming Bird room might be in the oldest building, but the view from the balcony made out for the old room.

First time in Hopkins and loved our stay! The beach is incredible! The dock bar is really great! Spacious rooms where you can hear the ocean! Amazing beach - make sure to get a coconut from the stand on the beach! Captain Larry will help you out!! Overall really great spot!