“Rooms in Negril was GREAT; but DON'Tstay at Rooms in Ocho Rios”

This hotel had alot of upgrades. I've been to Jamaica many times and I'm always on the same budget. This hotel was phenomenal for the price. However, the ROOMS ON THE BEACH in OCHO RIOS was terrible. DO NOT stay there! Especially, if you've stayed at the one in Negril. There is a huge difference in service and hotel quality. And BTW, I'm not that picky when it comes to hotels.

“I'LL BE BACK!!!”

this hotel was very clean,nice and safe for the price. The staff was very friendly, the hotel is right on the beach, the beach was great. The breakfast is not much so don't count on it, but there's a lot of places close by to dine

“Great inexpensive hotel!”

We just returned from our stay at Rooms and I would recommend it to anyone doing a non all-inclusive! There was a group of 8 of us that stayed for 6 days. My husband and I were first given a room that we weren't happy with (1st floor, a bit dirty, weird smell, view of utility shed) but after asking for a different room we were given a beautiful 2nd floor room that was immaculate. Nice flat screen tv in the room (although our remote didn't work), super nice bathrooms and comfortable beds. We loved this hotel. We did have a problem with not having water for hours on end for a couple of days, but we were able to use the showers in a different room since we had family in other buildings on the grounds. (It was building 7 that had the water outage) Staff is very friendly and helpful. I read many reviews on other sites complaining about the continental breakfast, but I thought it was perfect! I looked forward to it every morning. Definately enough food for the average appetite. The resturant/bar ran out of misc. food/drink ingredients at times. But it wasn't the end of the world.. No worries mon! The pool and beach areas were very nice. They provide beach towels which was a plus. Contact Captain Moses if you want to go on any boat tours! He is great! Went out of his way to drive us to Ricks Cafe in his own car after the water was too rough to dock the glass bottom boat there for us to get off safely! Check out was a breeze, only took about 30 seconds. I will be coming back!

“Lovely hotel: a great bargain”

We came to this Rooms hotel after staying at the Rooms in Ochi — which was pretty lame — and were pleasantly surprised to find this Rooms to be a completely different experience. Clean, comfortable rooms with vaulted ceilings, cute balconies a nice (if sparse) gym, nice pool, mostly friendly service and a very pretty property. Best of all, our stay was completely relaxing. The hotel is (as the name suggests) right on the beach and also close to some good restaurants. Kuyaba is a must for a romantic, fancy dinner; we also really liked Firefly for breakfast. The hotel's continental breakfast is rather bleak, but there's a huge self-serve canister of coffee and decent options on the menu. This is out second stay in Jamaica and we found that the hassling on the beach (in Negril) to be much less than during our previous stay. This might have to do with the "tourist police." Again, after Ochi, Negril was a welcome respite. If you're into walking, downtown in within walking distance. There's a craft market on the way, and the Scotia Bank with an ATM. Near the Patty shop, there's a small but excellent vegetarian eatery. We also walked on both the road and beach at night without incident. Everyone we met seemed friendly, despite the ominous tone of our guidebooks. Since we booked through Expedia, we arranged our own airport pickup. If you're doing that, I recommend Clive's (they have a website and you can book online). It's a reasonable fare and they're prompt and polite.

“no problem, ...in negril”

After seven days spent at Rooms, Negril, I returned home realizing I enjoyed a pretty perfect vacation. We (I traveled with friends) were delayed about 1hr at the airport before transfer to hotel (Jamaica Tours). We waited for others, switched buses, & inhaled fumes. Our driver was great. Check in quick. My room was clean, comfy, cool, w/ balcony ok. Bath/ shower great. Pool (basic)inviting, bar/restaurant drinks/food and staff great!!!! Beach nice. Vendors galore; a firm, friendly, no thanks works, for most; security good. Enjoyed local restaurants/bars (many close) & cliff side dining (west end by Ricks) Rained daily, not much sun, air temp nice. Enjoyed return bus trip to airport (same J.T). Last views of the beautiful Jamaican countryside.... perfect, just as it is. With that being said, other guest had no hot water in shower and trouble with room key. One complaint about steak at restaurant being bad; pretty sure staff would offer new selection. Travel smart; lock up all valuables/use deadbolts. One guest caught maintainence red-handed in room with pocketbook (police called). It can happen anywhere. Don't let it happen to you. If you plan on booking this hotel, I would. Be sure "Rooms" in "Negril" is what and where you want to be on your vacation;I don't think you will be dissapointed. The possibilities for your days spent there are endless. Relax, the staff takes care of you. Enjoy the freedom of a non-inclusive property Think sun, I will too!

“Thrilled with our decision!!!”

Great stay. Location was ideal. Beach was perfect. Breakfasts were delicious and inexpensive and a beautiful view to enjoy....what more do you need?

“Had a great time at Rooms Negril”

Rooms Negril was a pleasant place to spend a relaxing week in Jamaica. Our room had a king size bed and a large closet and dresser, so we could move right in and be comfortable. The shower was great - there was a moveable shower head as well as a regular head and the water temperature and pressure were good. Everything looked new. There was no tub, but that was fine with us. Each room had a patio, and even though ours wasn't ocean front, the view was nice and we spent time relaxing out there when we had had enough sun. The housekeeping staff did a great job and the grounds were nicely landscaped. All the employees were very friendly and made us feel welcome. The beach was beautiful, and although people who were selling things did approach us quite frequently (especially if we were in front of the concrete wall), they weren't too overbearing if we just said no. Rooms is in a great location to walk the beach, and there are a lot of great restaurants very close by. This is a good place to stay if you want to see a lot of the area rather than staying inside one of the all-inclusives.

“Unbelievable experience!!!”

Rooms On the Beach was a tremendous experience. The rooms were fabulous and much more than what I anticipated. Very friendly service and a very "happy" time. The ocean area was spectacular and it was nice to have the pool option also - for a change of pace. The weather was phenomenal so that added to the vacation, but I would recommend this hotel to anyone as it is on the seven mile beach. My boyfriend and I would have the continental breakfast every morning at "Rooms" and then go back to our room and change into swim suits and then walk the "seven mile beach" barefoot..........this was a daily event - or else to just lay on the lounge chairs and enjoy the ocean or pool. The rooms were very clean and the bathrooms were perfect. A daily housekeeper was friendly and attentive to us in every way. Recommend this hotel---------for sure!!!

“Very nice hotel if your looking to relax”

I thought this hotel was very nice. It only recently opened so of course everything was in great condition. The only issue we had was low water pressure in the bathroom and they immediately switched us to another room. The 2nd room had no problems. I have stayed at Rooms on the beach in Ocho Rios and that hotel is not as nice but in my opinion there is a whole lot more to do in Ocho Rios than in Negril. If your looking to just relax this is the place and definitely worth the money. If your looking to party I recommend the Rooms on the beach in Ocho Rios.

“You can't beat this hotel for accomidations and price!”

Rooms on the beach was the perfect hotel for me and my new husband! We stayed at the hotel for 5 days and 4 nights. While we were there, my boyfriend and I got married. The staff was always friendly, the location was perfectly centered on the 7-mile beach with great restaurants within walking distance. The room was more updated than I expected with a completely renovated bathroom. The ceiling was a marvelous wooden-vaulted ceiling. The rooms were equipt with safes that you set your own code to, and iron, and ironing board. While the floor was not as clean as I would have liked, I know that sand if very difficult to get swept up, especially when we were constantly tracking it in. The front desk was very helpful, from restuarant reccomendations to booking tours, they were always there for us. Even when we asked if they could get us on a tour with no notice and the tour had left for the day, they found someone to drive us, and actually saved us money! The restaurant varied widely over our 5 day stay. The first night we went to order, and after we told the waiter our selections he informed us that they did not have half of the menu items. Two days later at lunch, they did have the items they did not have previously- and they were delicious! The continental breakfast was nice- only tea, coffee, orange juice, toast, and a flavored bread- but it was all served to you like you were at a restuarant. You could pay for other breakfast items. We would definatley go there again!