First Trip to Negril - need advice on non ai hotels

[hygieia]

Hey all,

my guy and I are taking our first trip to Jamaica and planning to stay in Negril. We have no interest in doing AI. When we travel like to drink and eat at different places, sunbathe, party/dance and really to get out, spread our wings and see/learn the culture, terrain, make new friends and see new things. We like a reasonable place to stay but do not wish to have luxurious 4 and 5 star accommodations because we would prefer to spend our money elsewhere. A great pool, bar, and beach front hotel that is clean and friendly is what we're looking for.

So far I've looked at CoCoLaPalm, Travelers Resort and Legends. Anyone stayed at these and if so, what do you think? Any other suggestions along the same line?

We're heading there end of Feb/beginning of March from the cold winter of MN and i'm soooooo excited! Thanks in advance!

[Ras Walleye]

Legends is really low end. CoCo is very nice. Also Check out Negril Treehouse and Charela Inn. Both are tops on my list for beach properties. We are also Minnesotans. Our next trip is the end of April.

[dash]

"ROOMS" usually is a good deal. Can't go wrong with Treehouse , and Coco. All on a good section of the beach.

[murph]

I know you mentioned beach front... But let me throw out there that the blue cave castle would be a perfect spot for you guys! It's where we stayed our first four times to the island... Perfect place to 'get your feet wet'

Better yet... You seem pretty adventurous... Maybe a few days at coco then a few at the castle....

Have fun

[jamaicarob]

Rooms for sure, descent pool. great beach, great location, nice little bar next door..Sunnyside, walking distance to many other bars as well, soon come

[heater]

I would say Coco and Charela, if you can live without a pool then Nirvana as well.

[saeyedoc]

I agree with heater, those 3 properties have the best beach right now IMO. You really don't need a pool in Negril, the ocean is so shallow and calm.
Our favorite is Nirvana, there are several options that are directly beachfront, meaning a direct view of the ocean with no man made obstructions at all. The staff there is great, we've been there 4 times. Clean, rustic, not fancy.

[Negril1990]

third trip to coco, its irie

[gailnegril]

Full Breakfast is Included @ Treehouse
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[BC BUDDA]

We have stayed at Travelers back in 2012 and it was great. Rooms need a bit of tlc, but from what I have read and heard is that they have refurbished. The staff are great and the food was also good. You are at the very end of the beach next to a public beach that has music on Sundays. Also being at the end of the beach, you get a lot less hagglers trying to sell stuff to ya. They have a nice pool and their location makes for a short walk to the rounabout, bank etc. I would recommend them easily. soon come.