The list represents the top one per cent of Expedia's hotels and resorts.

The property was ranked third in all of the Caribbean. The list compiled annually factors in travellers' opinions, value and Expedia Hotel expert input to provide a numerical score that is independent from advertisers and partners.

"We are very proud to have left such a deep impression on Expedia travellers," said Mary Phillips, general manager of Jamaica Inn. "To be recognised by such an influential travel organisation because of happy clients who wish to tell the world about their amazing experience is rewarding."

Compares systematically

Expedia.com is home to more traveller reviews than any other online travel agency. Travellers submitted more than 275,000 new traveller opinions on hotels across the globe in 2008 alone. The organisation systematically compared hotels and resorts to similar properties in order to determine the best value for the money.

Jamaica Inn is also currently ranked the #1 hotel in Ocho Rios on Trip Advisor.

Since its founding more than 50 years ago, Jamaica Inn has hosted vacationers from around the world. Situated on a private cove near Ocho Rios, the boutique hotel boasts 47 suites that overlook its 700-foot beach, the blue Caribbean Sea or both. For privacy, luxury and glamour, the resort can accommodate guests in one of the four stand-alone cottages set on a bluff with stunning views of the sea, infinity pools and their own entrances to the sea from a large patio.

For more information on Jamaica Inn's Friends & Family rates or reservations, call 974-2514 or 618-7700. Email is reservations@jamaicainn.com or jaminn@cwjamaica.com and the website is www.jamaicainn.com