If during your island vacation, you're looking for the ideal location to enjoy lush, tropical vegetation as well as many wonderful island activities, you'll love the Franklyn D. Resort. Your choices at this hotel include several fun and interesting activities, so you can have an active vacation in a relaxed setting.
Water and Fitness
Since the hotel has 2 pools to choose from, it's more than likely you'll have no trouble getting a great spot to soak up some sun, no matter whether you decide to hang out at the pool all day, or just for a short time.
Tennis
Tennis enthusiasts may find this hotel to be a particularly good choice.
You probably won't have any problems finding an open court, because the hotel has 76 guest rooms and 1 court
available. This averages out to roughly 182 guests
per court, which is quite good, compared to other hotels in the area.
The hotel offers the option of playing on a lit court, so you can play into the evening hours. This is a great option for travelers who want to spend the daylight hours exploring, or lounging on the beach.
If you really have a passion for the game, you might want to compare this hotel to others that also offer tennis – particularly those with high ratings for tennis. Some other hotel choices that may be worth considering include Half Moon Montego Bay and Sandals Dunn's River Golf Resort & Spa.
Golf
Although the Franklyn D. Resort does not have a golf course, if golf is on your list of things to do, the hotel can help you make arrangements with one of the local courses.
The closest golf course is Breezes Runaway Bay Resort, located 0.8 miles
to the southwest
of the Franklyn D. Resort.
For more information, call the course at (876) 973-2436.
Watersports
A trip to Jamaica can be the perfect opportunity to try your hand at a new recreational sport. The hotel offers several options, so you can be sure to find a watersport to enjoy, regardless of your style. The following chart lists watersports that are offered by the Franklyn D. Resort:
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If a certain watersport you're looking for isn't offered by the hotel, don't worry. Check with a local vendor, they offer some additional options.
Family Activities
If you plan on bringing the whole family on your vacation, you should seriously consider staying at the Franklyn D. Resort, since it is equipped with a great set of family-oriented amenities. Your children will enjoy vacationing at this hotel, which has everything needed for a great family vacation.
Playing games can be a fun way to relax during your stay. The hotel has a game room which can provide hours of fun for guests of all ages.
One amenity offered by this hotel that can make a family vacation even better is the playground. It provides a place for children to safely release some of their youthful energy, while parents can sit back and relax, and watch all the action.
An organized children's program is offered by the hotel. This gives kids a chance to have a bit of fun with some of the other children staying at the hotel.
No matter how much you love them, you may want to take a break from the kids during your vacation. The hotel can assist with arrangements for a babysitter, so parents have a chance to enjoy some time by themselves.
Entertainment and Nightlife
As far as nighttime entertainment goes, you should know that the Franklyn D. Resort doesn't provide live entertainment.
The absence of live entertainment may not bother you, since you'll find several places to sip a beverage.
Nearby hotels offer additional nightlife options, as listed in the following table:
If lady luck is calling your name you can visit the casino at Sandals Dunn's River Golf Resort & Spa, located 11.3 miles
to the east
of the Franklyn D. Resort.
Spa
This hotel is one of the few in Jamaica that includes a spa on the property, enabling travelers to immerse themselves in a truly relaxing experience. The following chart lists a sample of the available services:
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Other Recreation
The hotel also offers horseback riding as an available activity. Many visitors find this to be a pleasant way to spend part of their day in Jamaica.
Guests can also entertain themselves with a game of shuffleboard during their stay. Not only is shuffleboard a relaxing sport, but it offers a bit of challenge for players at all skill levels.
Still another option is to spend some time in the hotel's beauty salon. The salon offers another great way to relax, or an easy way to get ready for a wonderful night out. No matter what kind of service you need, a visit to the hotel's salon is sure to enhance your trip.
No matter where you go in Jamaica you'll find plenty to see and do, so you don't have to feel limited to the activities the hotel offers on-location. From a morning on the water to a few hours attending a local cultural event, each traveler can plan his or her own perfect vacation.
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