Which RIU is better in Negril?
If you stay at the Riu Tropical Palace you can use all facilities at Hotel Riu Negril, but not the other way around. Hotel Riu is family-friendly and has a children’s pool whereas Riu Tropical Palace is more suited for couples. If you’re planning a honeymoon in Jamaica we would suggest Riu Tropical Palace.
Why is Riu Negril closed?
Operations at three RIU Hotel properties in western Jamaica are expected to grind to a temporary halt come Thursday, March 19, as a result of downturns in business arising from the global spread of the novel coronavirus. The three hotels to be affected are RIU Palace Jamaica, RIU Negril and RIU Montego Bay.
Which is better Riu Negril or Riu Ocho Rios?
Both Hotel Riu Ocho Rios and Hotel Riu Negril are praised by professional reviewers. On balance, Hotel Riu Ocho Rios ranks marginally higher than Hotel Riu Negril. Hotel Riu Ocho Rios comes in at #41 in Jamaica with endorsements from 4 reviewers like Star Service, Oyster and Frommer’s.
Who owns Riu Negril?
Who is Luis Riu? Luis Riu Güell is the owner of the RIU Hotels & Resorts chain, together with his sister, Carmen Riu Güell. He was born in Palma de Mallorca in 1960. He is married with three children.
Is Riu Palace Negril adults only?
RIU now offers its “Adults Only” range of hotels for guests over 18 years of age. RIU Palace Jamaica in Negril was inaugurated in December 2013 and provides excellent service and beautifully designed rooms. RIU Palace Peninsula, located in Cancun, has a special exclusive “Adults Only” area.
Has Riu Negril been refurbished?
Two of our hotels in Jamaica are located at Negril, on the beach of Bloody Bay: the Riu Negril and the Riu Palace Tropical Bay. The first was totally refurbished in 2015 and now, in October, we will finish off the complete renovation of the Riu Palace Tropical Bay.
Is Riu Negril open now?
RIU Ocho Rios, RIU Reggae (Montego Bay), and RIU Tropical Bay in Negril will remain open for now.
How much is a Riu Negril day pass?
Negril: Passes to Negril All Inclusive Resorts
| Resort Name | Pass Type | Cost – $ US per person |
|---|---|---|
| RIU Palace Tropical Bay | Day – Child | $45 |
| Night – Adult | $90 | |
| Night – Child | $45 | |
| Sandals Negril | Day | $85 |
When was Riu Negril built?
2001
The company, which this year celebrates two decades of being in Jamaica, first opened the Riu Palace Tropical Bay in Negril in 2001, becoming the first Spanish hotel chain to dedicate operations on the island.
Should I go to Negril or Ocho Rios?
Negril is the place to be if you’re looking for the best family-friendly beaches. Older kids will love the waterfalls, Blue Hole, White River tubing and Mystic Mountain adventure park near Ocho Rios, which is a good option for a more active vacation with the kids.
What is the newest RIU in Jamaica?
Riu Hotels and Resorts has debuted its newest adults-only resort in Jamaica, the product of a complete transformation of the Riu Montego Bay resort. The new adults-only Riu Montego Bay officially opened its doors this week, set on the beach in Montego Bay alongside the Riu Reggae and Riu Palace Jamaica resorts.
Can you smoke at Riu Palace Jamaica?
There are 2 designated smoking areas in the hotel, one at the front of the hotels entrance and the other on the beach (table and chairs are set up near the waters edge. Also there is an area on the beach where you can smoke at your sunbed. No smoking on balcony’s.