Another year and yet another fabulous stay at Negril Gardens (NG). This was the latest during the winter season we've gone to our "second home". None the less it was still the perfect cure for a long WI winter.

Besides the beautiful white sand beach and gorgeous Caribbean weather, the staff at NG helps to make our stay exceptional every time. Andrew, Nadine, Michael and Clyde are just a few of the names that come to mind. There is always a large variety of food at every meal (the fish, no matter which type, is always a good pick) and if you feel snacky in-between meals, just ask one of the waitstaff for a burger and fries.

As far as cocktails go, anything with rum is a winner. Our favorites are the humming bird, dirty banana, papaya daiquiri or just a regular old strawberry colada. Or you can ask whoever is bartending to whip up one of their favorites for you to try. Andrew likes to "remix" some of the more popular drinks with his own splash of flare. Which is usually a few shots of rum cream. But, if you can't decide between Red Stripe or rum, just ask for a Steelbottom.

Since we've done quite a few excursions in the past, the Red Stripe catamaran trip to the cliffs, horse back riding, a tour out into the country to see the Black River , YS Falls and Appleton Rum estates, this time around we just stayed at the resort to kick back and relax. We did go to a new resort down the road in Negril, Rockhouse, to eat dinner one night. It was excellent, a must try. We've never seen grilled lobsters as big as this, ever. Over 1 lb., for real. But, if your idea of a vacation is just relaxing on a warm, tropical beach with a delicious cocktail in hand, NG is where you need to go. Just remember, since it's so beautifully hot in Negril, everything moves slower, so you need to let go of your typical "fast" mindset, relax and wait. Whatever you ask for will come, and it will be "no problem 'mon".

My husband and I just returned from Negril Gardens last weekend. This was our first vacation in 10 years (since before children), and we had such a great experience at Negril Gardens!

We chose this resort over a 5 star luxury resort in Runaway Bay for the same price - and we are so glad that we did! The 7 mile beach is heaven and Negril Gardens is a quaint little resort with a lot of charm, wonderful staff, clean rooms and excellent food!

We stayed on the beachside, and were glad that we did, although we were just far enough away from the restaurant noise. We enjoyed walking down the path to the pristine beach every morning, and taking in the beautiful view from the restaurant at every meal!

At the airport we chatted with people who stayed at a very large luxury resort in Ocho Rios and they weren't very impressed. The resort was so big, they had to take a shuttle down to the beach! We just loved our little resort and the great staff - wish we were still there!

I don’t even know how to really convey how beautiful this place is. It is small and intimate so the staff really do get to know you a bit. they are all so wonderful and are always helpful. We were on a girls trip and felt very safe here at this resort we had vendors up and down the beach which can be very entertaining, but the security is right there and the vendors are not allowed to stop on the beach for very long before they are asked to move on we never once felt like we weren’t safe.
Everything is very easily available like , beach lounges, beach towels, Leroy is one of the life guards there who was so helpful with all of our needs, he would actually ask us where we would like to sit on the beach and bring us our lounge chairs. All of this kind of treatment sure does make it fell like you are on vacation. This is one of the nicest beach it is very calm and crystal clear water, clean white sand. We brought our own float beds that you could sit up on and let me tell you, they came in so useful and well used because of the water being so calm.

The food was so tasty and there is more than enough variety, with fresh veggies and fruit at every meal. The resort has a BBQ on the beach for everyone and WOW!!! was it not only a beautiful setting but it was also great food and just a fun night overall. 

We went to the bar every night and 3 nights they have a little band come in and entertain everyone which was a great time. On the other nights that they aren’t playing don’t worry you will still have fun as the entire bar staff are just a blast. Andrew is a blast and certainly is a very entertaining bar tender and also very talented at balancing drinks on his head. They really do seem to enjoy there work. the Make My Day drinks are to die for.
Alfred's Bar is right next door the three nights a week they have a concert, we sat on our little veranda and listen to the sounds of the music of Jamaica and had a drink from the bar it goes till about 4am and it is pretty loud but it never bothered us.... So if you really are a light sleeper and want quiet at night the Garden would be much quieter. We took a walk over to the Garden side to see it and it is so cute, they have crossing guards that stop traffic for you so you can cross safely. The spa is on the Garden side as well and a wonderful relaxing place to visit as well. We did take advantage of the spa services including a massage right on the beach.
They do have original carvings and jewelry you can purchase right there on the beach from Carver, he sits there and carves many different things and is very talented and such a nice funny person, you can sit there and watch his craft while sitting on the beach.... What a gorgeous setting.
They have a meet and greet night where Mr. Gordon Jr introduces the staff to everyone and they have a special buffet set out with delicious foods and deserts. They also have a draw for prizes, it was quite alot of fun.
We feel we have found our 2nd home here at this little resort. We are planning to return in September this year, we just didn’t get enough of this place.

We had no problems with upgrades and no reservations being kept, I think we got way more than we even expected. We never had an issue with the water temp for the shower. I honestly couldn't find one thing that I would complain about for the $$ that we paid and the beauty of the location and people.

Small, friendly, paradise.

No hassles with water sports, beach lounges, beach towels, vendors, and the friendliest staff we've seen. This is the best beach we've been to: calm crystal clear water, clean white sand, shade or sun as you wish.

The food was varied, well prepared and tasty with fresh veggies and fruit at every meal. Try the ribs at the barbeque: wonderful! And some really great soups. Blue Mountain coffee is one of the great coffees of the world.

There's live music three nights a week in the bar, and live performances at Alfred's Bar next door three other nights. You can sit on your veranda on the beach side in the evening, enjoy a drink, and listen to great entertainment. Garden side guests said it was really quiet over there.

If you're looking to relax, this place is perfect.