Negril is home to an eclectic array of resorts, some dating back to the Jamaican west coast town’s past as a bohemian destination while others representing some of the most stylish resorts on the island. Figuring prominently in the mix is an equally diverse collection of all-inclusive resorts, most of them set on Negril’s world famous Seven Mile Beach.
Negril is nearly as famous for its cliffs as its beaches, and The Caves Hotel charms with unique cliff-top rooms, one of Jamaica’s top spas, and gourmet dining plus a rum bar in a cave that’s part of the resort’s all-inclusive experience. Activities include guided snorkeling through sea caves and drinks and dining at the Sand Bar, a Negril nightlife hot spot. This isn’t just the best all-inclusive resort in Negril, it’s one of the best anywhere in the Caribbean.
For an all-inclusive experience with unique accommodations, consider this independent resort on Seven Mile Beach, which has treehouse style guest rooms tucked away in lush tropical gardens. The resort’s serene atmosphere is enhanced by the fact that it’s for adults only; guest rooms and the restaurant are across the street from the beach, but the resort does have its own beach club on Seven Mile Beach.
Beaches Negril has undergone a recent upgrade, adding new rooms and suites while retaining its reputation as the top family friendly resort on Seven Mile Beach. The resort’s Together Nest suites are designed to accommodate the whole family, and even the kids will appreciate extras like butler service and a beach concierge. Gourmet dining options include Italian, Mexican, Japanese, and BBQ restaurants as well as the Yo-Yo’s ice cream parlor. The Pirates Island waterpark features a pair of waterslides and a 650-foot lazy river.
“Gourmet inclusive” is the calling card of this Karisma resort, which caters to high-end travelers with international cuisine, a rum bar, and a Jamaican beachfront restaurant serving authentic local food. The resort has plenty of space for adults to relax but also accommodates families with the Azulitos Playhouse kids club and a menu of amenities for toddlers, including baby food served in restaurants and high chairs and cribs for guest rooms. The Vassa Spa also has services tailored to guests of all ages.
Got Marriott Bonvoy points? The Royalton Negril is part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection, meaning you can stay at this all-inclusive resort using your loyalty points. Luxury accommodations include suites with swim-out pools and Diamond Club rooms with butler service. Guests can dine around at nine restaurants and sip at seven bars; there are separate pools for kids and adults, supervised activities for children and teens, and water and land sports included in your stay.
A village-like setting, clothing optional beach, and the treehouse style Oasis Spa make Couples Negril an enticing getaway for romantic partners. A modest 234 guest rooms include garden and beachfront accommodations, and activities include catamaran cruises as well as diving, sailing, and unlimited golf at the Negril Hills Golf Course.
This romantic adults-only all-inclusive resort is set on 19 acres facing Seven Mile Beach and has all-suites accommodations, a 10-acre sports and fitness complex with 10 tennis courts, squash and racquetball facilities, spa, and restaurants with open-air dining from casual to elegant.
Night owls will appreciate this resort’s 24-hour room service and in-room stocked bar; the resort also has four a la carte restaurants, a Jamaican jerk shack on the beach, and shared amenities at the Riu Negril on Bloody Bay.
Intrigued by an au naturel vacation? The Grand Lido offers a clothing-free oceanfront boutique hotel experience where the emphasis is on naturism over eroticism. With just 26 Oceanview suites, the Grand Lido has plenty of privacy and intimate service, plus the flexibility of access to dining and other services at the nearby Royalton Negril resort. Like the Royalton, the Grand Lido is part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection.
The all-inclusive resort on Seven Mile Beach is pleasantly low-rise and low-key; guest rooms, including butler served swim-up suites and Love Nest suites, are stretched along the sand in two-story buildings. Guests can choose from seven restaurants for dining, and the resort has a vast array of land and water sports in addition to a Red Lane spa (massages and the like incur extra charges, but access to the resort’s fitness center is included with stays).