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Rockhouse Hotel

Rockhouse Hotel, Negril
Fodor's Hotel Awards 2011 Casual Chic  |  Winning Attributes

At a Glance

    Pros

  • excellent dining
  • unique accommodations
  • beautiful pool area

    Cons

  • no beach
  • may be too quiet for some visitors
  • traditional rooms are not nearly as nice as the villas

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Rockhouse Hotel Review

With a spectacular cliff-side location like that of the Caves—but with some viable options for avoiding the high price tag—the small and trendy Rockhouse delivers both resort comforts and funky style. Rooms and villas are built from rough-hewn timber, thatch, and stone and are filled with furniture that echoes the nature theme. Although double the price of a regular room, villas, which have outdoor showers and private sundecks above the cliffs, are worth the splurge, but they definitely change the price point. Studios have outdoor showers but are otherwise like the regular rooms, which seem pleasantly rustic. You can rent DVDs. To be honest, you're far better off enjoying the sunsets, for which Negril is known. There's a thatch-roof Jamaican restaurant, a spa, yoga, and a cliff-top infinity pool and bar.

2011 Fodor's 100 Hotel Award Winner

Hip Trip Hangout
Negril, Jamaica is the Caribbean capital of casual and this great value resort blends an artsy touch of insouciance with a stylish splash of island cool. Rockhouse Hotel combines million dollar cliffside views with toes-in-the-sand relaxation, open-air showers, and thatched-roof simplicity. Stairs carved in stone lead the way from lush, palm-shaded grounds to reefside snorkeling. Views—especially favored at sunset—abound, from the horizon pool to the cliffside massage cabana to the terraced restaurants, where the dress code is unabashedly barefoot casual.

    Hotel Amenities

  • 14 rooms, 20 villas.
  • Restaurants, bars, pool, spa, water sports, some age restrictions.
  • Rooms have: a/c, no TV.
  • Rate includes no meals.

Member Reviews

  • gr5806, from Chicago, IL
    11/21/11

    Been staying here for over 30 years.. It has stayed up with the times without losing its heritage or vibe.. A magical place.. Perfect Jah spot to watch the sunset from the infinity pool, ot the terrific restaurant bar.. Hate leaving here when the time comes, but always know I'll be back..

    Ratings details: Room: 4 | Atmosphere: 5 | Service: 5 | Value: 5
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