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Riu Palace Tropical Bay

4.0 of 5
Norman Manley Blvd, Bloody Bay Beach, Negril, Jamaica
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Ontario
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Awesome, Awesome, Awesome!!!! Not one thing to complain about at this resort. The beach is amazing, grounds are very well kept up. All staff are so friendly and happy, food at buffets and restaurants were fantastic. Do not hesitate in picking this resort. Best I've been to. Also, we hired our buddy Paul again to take us out for the... More

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New York City, New York
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

My boyfriend and I went there last year (2012) for our first vacation and we couldnt have been happier. It was such an awesome hotel, beautiful, clean and the staff was awesome. The nicest people ever. We made friends with one of the male bartenders and we were talking about how we wanted to leave the resort and go get... More

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9 reviews 9 reviews
8 hotel reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Great stay not one thing to complain about! Great beach much better than Riu Negril. Very clean, quick service, proactive and keen to please, rooms are good we have been upgraded to an ocean front very nice Food was so good and Krystal is a good one to try Entertainment team are very talented We didn't try the pools by... More

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Port Saint Lucie, Florida
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

The Riu Palace is simply AWESOME. My wife and I spent 5 nights here and enjoyed every moment. The staff are friendly and courteous and nothing is too much trouble. If you want to dress up for Dinner there are 4 restaurants to choose from, all very cozy and intimate but you have to book 48 hours in advance. We... More

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Michigan
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3 reviews 3 reviews
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Let me start by saying that my husband and I have been to Negril several times, but had never stayed on Bloody Bay or at the RPTB. Our daughter and son in law choose Riu Palace to get married. I had done lots of research on the hotel, read lots of reviews, and had spoken to a few others who... More

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Derby, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Spent a fortnight here 19 April to 3 May on a Thomson Holidays package from the UK, overall excellent on all counts, there was very little we could fault Room/Housekeeping Were in 7202 which isn't the best position in the resort but road noise not a problem and being on the top floor gave us a partial sea view from... More

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Coppell
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

This is a very old property and old is not always bad but know that because there are a lot of things here that just don't work. The Jacuzzi did not work, in the game room several of the gaming machines did not work, the work out room, several of the equipment pieces did not work. The AC in the... More

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Fort Worth, Texas
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

I was there for a week and really enjoyed staying there. The staff was very friendly and would go out of their way to help. Maid service was excellent which included turn down service. It was a big hotel and although they were fully booked it didn't feel crowded. The grounds were manicured and public areas were very clean and... More

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North Wales
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Don't let the negative reviews scare you! The hotel is clean,the staff are friendly and attentive, the food is great,and the beach is lovely,your first view as you approach the beach from the Negril Restaurant is one of paradise, all you need is the Bounty bar!! The sand is soft and pale, the water clear and turquoise. I feel that... More

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

Dining options were limited, it was difficult to get a reservation at the restaurants, but the buffet was great, especially for breakfast and lunch, not romantic dining at a buffet but enjoyable. The view of the ocean and the coconut trees from our room was wonderful, we did not want to leave in the mornings. Had room service a few... More

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  • Jerk chicken(177)
  • Very good(140)
  • Room service(109)
  • Pool bar(83)
  • Rick cafe(72)
  • Specialty restaurant(67)
  • Steak house(64)
  • Great time(62)
  • Ocean views(62)
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Additional Information about Riu Palace Tropical Bay

Address: Norman Manley Blvd, Bloody Bay Beach, Negril, Jamaica
Region: Caribbean > Jamaica > Westmoreland Parish > Negril
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free Parking Children Activities Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#7 Luxury Hotels in Negril
#13 Family Hotels in Negril
#15 Top resorts Hotels in Negril
#17 On the Beach Hotels in Negril
#21 Romantic Hotels in Negril
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
* Renovated in summer 2008 * Located in Negril, on Jamaica's west coast * On the beachfront * Complimentary sun loungers on the beach * 1-storey main building and 2-storey buildings * Victorian-style architecture * Surrounded by 47,000 m2 / 56,500 sq. yards of lush gardens * 7.5 km / 4.7 miles from Negril West End * 6 km / 3.8 miles from various shops * 80 km / 48 miles from Montego Bay airport ... more   less 
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