Hey Shiny n Mango......we met when you did the bar tour in Nov......I always stay at Seastar when rooms are available and I am back there Apr 4......it is home in Jamaica.....and I have been going to Negril since 1983. The vibe is amazing the people great and you are within walking distance of LTU, Ricks, Xtabi, Catcha Falling Star (for dinner), Lighthouse, many wonderful little bars, & restaurants. I go snorkeling at Xtabi so I don't miss the sea front. There is a reason that Seastar has won so many awards of excellence in spite of being set back from the sea. I know you won't be sorry if you stay there.