Negril is one of Jamaica’s best-loved destinations for a reason – it’s fun, relaxed and has a number of excellent five-star resorts.
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With its crystal clear waters and perfect sandy beaches, it’s no wonder that Negril is one of the best-loved towns in Jamaica. This is a place where you can relax with a cocktail on the beach (voted as one of the best in the world) during the day and then really let your hair down at night, with the Negril party scene being legendary on the island. There is a vast range of places to stay in Negril, from pretty guesthouses and villas to opulent all-inclusive resorts and upmarket hotels. Our pick would be one of the luxury five-star resorts in Negril, meaning that everything is taken care of and all you have to do is kick back and relax.
Ocean Cliff Hotel Negril
This is one of the top-rated five-star resorts in Negril, located 2.6km from Seven Mile Beach and with a beautiful location overlooking the ocean. You get all the luxuries you would expect from a top hotel with Ocean Cliff, including a concierge, 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free Wi-Fi throughout the property. Every room has a patio and balcony, with some offering sea views, and the hotel also has an outdoor swimming pool and spa and wellness centre, naturally. There is also an excellent onsite restaurant serving American, Caribbean and Pizza cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be supplied. From € 222.
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Grand Lido Negril Au-Naturel
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This five-star hotel is adult-only and features a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. The staff are extremely friendly at Grand Lido which helps to make it an extremely relaxing resort. The rooms are clean and contemporary and fitted with a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. The hotel is a great choice for anyone interested in water sports, with opportunities to try snorkelling and canoeing, and there is even a tennis court. A continental or American breakfast is available each morning at the property and there are a whopping ten restaurants in total. From €596.
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Blue Skies Beach Resort
If you are looking for something with a luxury, low-key vibe, Blue Skies Beach Resort is a great choice. The hotel is located 100 metres from Seven Mile Beach and has all the facilities you need – room service, concierge, free Wi-Fi, restaurant and private beach area – but it also has plenty of character, from the friendly owners to the use of wood and natural materials. The air-conditioned rooms come with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. The food is delicious, including great seafood, plus there are vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options on request. From € 247.
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Couples Swept Away
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This five-star accommodation is set among lush tropical trees and located on Seven-Mile Beach. This is a really well-equipped resort – you really couldn’t wish for much more. There are several outdoor swimming pools, a spa and tennis courts, plus the hotel spa includes a plunge pool, a eucalyptus steam room and private rooms where guests can get a massage, body wrap or body scrub. The suites avoid being boring and identkit, featuring instead local decor such as cedar furnishings and wooden blinds. Everyone gets a private veranda with a hammock and garden or sea views. This is an all-inclusive resort with five restaurants, ranging from Thai food to Jamaican snacks at the 24-hour poolside grill bar. From € 510.
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