we had a loft room. our second night/morning here (wedns/thurs) there was a violent storm at 4:30am and our ceiling started pouring with rain.
we think it might've been because the window in the loft area was open. our 10 yr. old son was sleeping up there and i can imagine he opened the window when he first got there and then never thought about it again.
cindy moved us down to room 1 at around 5:30am and we asked her if we could stay- internet and water pressure are much stronger down here, plus it's easier for us to keep an eye on our kid. the room doesn't have a loft, so he has to sleep in the twin bed next to our double bed.
yeah, we lucked out.
cindy told us that a big crew of long-termer snowbirds had just departed the day before and room 1 was the only room that had gotten cleaned, so we had a fresh room to switch into.
and the whole ceiling flooding thing was a non-issue for us. it was all good as long as none of our electronics got ruined and i managed to save them before the water hit them (we had our laptop and portable bose speaker on the floor with our luggage). my husband actually kind of enjoyed it because it's exactly the type of drama we'd get if we were still living in haiti. it made alfred's feel like home.
We have stayed at Alfred's for many years, the rooms have always been safe and clean. The staff is always friendly and helpful. Have brought our kids and many friends, some with teenagers. Plan to bring young grandkids next (this) year. The beach musicians and vendors always stop and the atmosphere is always great.
Having stayed at Alfreds for many years, we love it, and nearly all of the friends we have taken with us feel the same. Its basic, but clean and safe. We have never had an issue with safety or cleanliness. It is in the middle of everything and its always a happening place. The staff from Alfred and Cindy down are friendly, and helpful. We have never had a bad experience there. Can't wait to go back next winter!
Love the way you take a chill attitude and just go with the flow. So many are quick to complain but you just took it in stride, and found the move worked better for you guys!!! So refreshing to read and glad you guys had a great time.....sure sounds like it! Will definitely look at Alfred's for future accommodations!
“One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain.”
― Bob Marley
thank you very much
if you do wind up staying at alfred's i'd love to see you post a trip report. i think locally owned and managed properties need to get more shine, especially the long established ones that are still trucking, as negril goes through its latest cycle of change.
oh, and here are a couple of videos i took while we were there:
Thinking about trying out Alfreds for part of my stay in Dec. What are the basic rates? I tried to submit a request via their website but it's not working. I couldn't find anyplace online that has rates or availability.
thanks