Need recommendation for cliffs hotel where a solo won't be hassled

[Anabeth]

I just returned earlier this month. stayed at Banana Shout which is directly aside of Catcha. Pretty sure this would be a good choice for you. I loved it for the location and conveniences nearby, eliminating the need for a taxi. Also loved the privacy and my stay had the place to myself most of the time since it was low season, which I highly recommend. If you are into high end, new and hotel like accommodations, this will not be for you. If you want a bit more rustic and truer to Jamaican housing, this would be it. There are several utube videos that show the grounds and cottages. If you go to their Facebook page you can see reviews and there is also good pictures under their listing at negrilonestop.com. The cottages all, except the treehouse, have kitchenettes. That would be a small fridge, sink, and hot plate. THere is also a gas stove, sink etc located in the outside kitchen which you can also use.The bathrooms are nice and roomy. Yes there is hot water and the pressure was great the whole time. The cottages are also screened and have mosquito netting if wanted for the beds. Ceilings fans only, no ac. You're own private porch with a hammock. The Dolphins view is the one I used which is closest to ricks cafe. The porch there offered an amazing view and was more private than the dolphin bay which sits on the Catcha side. Those two cottages are exactly alike, except for colors.
There is a grocery store which carries about a thing you need and surprisingly reasonable prices just across the street about twenty yards down the road. Actually found their pricing cheaper than the Hilo in town! If you are into local cuisine, there is a cook shop across the street from ricks cafe wall, only about ten yards. It's called the T Bird / Mango Tree. The locals frequent, it is take out, and the food is amazing and not at tourist trap pricing. Meals available in small or large and priced from 4-8 us. Highly recommend. They also have a little bar and sell beverages. Anita, Joseph, Carlino are very nice people.
If you are into shopping, again there are little souvenir ladies scattered within very short walking distances, a nice little shop along side T Birds.
The staff at banana shout is small and you get to see the same two or three people everyday. Amoy runs the offfice. Plug is the groundskeeper and night security. Absolutely love him. He is a sweet older gentleman, a wealth of information and will see that you are taken good care of. He and I cooked together a few times. He will do shopping for you if you want! Barbara the housekeeper is also a very sweet lady. These people were honest and genuine.
I just realized this has almost become a dissertation...lol. Look into this and if you want more feel free to inquire with me.
This place would allow you the privacy you are seeking. You really would never have to leave the grounds if not wanted.
Oh, almost forgot the shower in the cave down the steps! Great morning hangout!