Caribbean Beach Resort FAQ's Part II

[blf]

Can anyone tell me more about Parrot Cay and the playground located there? I will be staying at CBR at the end of the month with my son and would like some additional information on the playground(s) ... and I haven't been able to find much on them or any pictures.

Thanks!

 

[safetymom]

There is not much in the way of playground equipment on Parrot Cay. There are several playgrounds at CBR that are quite nice. Once is right over the bridge towards Jamaica, turn left.

I do have pictures on my website listed below of the playgrounds at CBR.

http://www.idhal.com/Playground in Jamaica.jpg

 

[ChairborneRangr]

The playgrounds on the island were removed when I visited 6/03. It is still a lovely island, but I was sad to see to playground.

 

[MissTink]

Does anyone know if taxi's are readily available from CBR? We may need to make a grocery run and I was wondering if that would be possible without a rental car. Does the resort sell basic groceries? Milk? Bread? Thanks.

What are the 'taxies' like? Are they free? I'm confused

 

[safetymom]

The taxies are there if you need to go anywhere. They are not free. There is a base charge and a per minute charge.

 

[MissTink]

Oh I see...Thank you. For some reason I thought they were 'Disney' taxies that go with the resort theme and they take you from island to island. Oops it was a dorkie question.

 

[safetymom]

Not a problem. There is an internal bus at CBR that goes around the resort.

 

[Bubby4Clay]

safetymom, are there really refrigerators in the rooms now at the CBR?
Is there a charge? Do you have to request one?
The last time I was there, I only had a refrigerated mini-bar.
TIA!

 

[safetymom]

Yes the friges are in the room and they are free.

 

[Bubby4Clay]

Very cool!
Thanks, safetymom

 

[mikewdw]

planning on trip early june to cbr and wondered if y'all had a suggestion as to what building/ room to request. we have 1 1/2 yr old and 3 adults. also when should we send in request? what about kids area in pool or playgrounds? anything appropriate for 1 1/2 yr old? any other important info i need to know about resort. we don't mind a little walk but don't want to have to carry little one too far when coming in at nite.
thanks,
mikewdw

 

[jenndisney]

There are coin operated lockers at the Old Port Royale pool only.

Is this the only laundry at the resort? Just want to make sure.

 

[scoutsmom99]

Is this the only laundry at the resort? Just want to make sure.

No there is laundry facilites by each villages quiet pool.

 

[scoutsmom99]

planning on trip early june to cbr and wondered if y'all had a suggestion as to what building/ room to request. we have 1 1/2 yr old and 3 adults. also when should we send in request? what about kids area in pool or playgrounds? anything appropriate for 1 1/2 yr old? any other important info i need to know about resort. we don't mind a little walk but don't want to have to carry little one too far when coming in at nite.
thanks,
mikewdw

I have stayed in Jamaica a few times and have really enjoyed it. I would reccomend Buildings 45, 44, or 46 (close to bus stop (2-4 min walks) and Old Port Royale (food court, shops, main pool (3-5 minute walk)). If you booked the room yourself (not using a TA service) then you should call and have it noted on your reservation...if you did use a TA service have them call for you to have it noted. Also it doesn't hurt to ask at check-in. There is a children's wading pool at the Old Port Royale about a 3-5 min walk from any of the buildings I noted. Also Jamaica does have a playground on it's beach.

Here is a link to a map for you:
http://www.allearsnet.com/acc/cbrmap1.jpg

Enjoy your trip

 

[scoutsmom99]

what about kids area in pool or playgrounds? anything appropriate for 1 1/2 yr old?

Just wanted to add a pic of the Jamaica playground for you could see if it would work for your 1 1/2 year old

 

[safetymom]

I also have pictures of the playgrounds on my website listed below. You will also find the CBR map given at check in on my site.

 

[shafke]

safetymom, are there really refrigerators in the rooms now at the CBR?
Is there a charge? Do you have to request one?
The last time I was there, I only had a refrigerated mini-bar.
TIA!

Just a note on the fridge... we had to turn ours all the way down to 1 (was set on 3) because the milk and fruit froze.

 

[cody's mom]

We are staying at CBR during value season, but it's also Labor Day weekend. I booked a preferred room, but I wondered if I should change my reservation to a standard room and request the Jamaica building to save $. Do they generally honor requests? What are your experiences?

 

[catbertdave99]

We stayed in Martinique and it was worth it. We had requested it and got it. Personally, I will request Martinique again, but Jamaica wouldn't be a bad location either...

 

[Queen Be]

I was wondering if CBR still has ice machines for guests? We are a family of 2 parents, 4 kids, and a grandmother staying in 2 rooms at CBR at the end of June. I am planning a grocery shop, and I think even having 2 fridges that we may need a small styrofoam cooler to keep enough cool drinks on hand for that hot time period. I wondered if I would need to buy ice or if it would still be available for free at the resort (thought they may have removed since all rooms now have a fridge). Thanks for your help