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Idle Awhile Resort

3.5 star property
Beachfront hotel for sun and fun

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Private beach, white sand, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Bar (on property)
Front of property - evening/night
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Ceiling fan
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Norman Manley Blvd, Negril, Westmoreland

What's nearby

  • Seven Mile Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Time Square Mall - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Kool Runnings Water Park - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Negril Cliffs - 9 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Hedonism II - 9 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Sir Donald Sangster Intl. Airport (MBJ) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville (Negril) - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Mill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Patois Patio - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Palms Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Martini Bar - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Idle Awhile Resort

Family-friendly hotel near Seven Mile Beach
Take advantage of an airport shuttle, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Idle Awhile Resort. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site Caribbean cuisine restaurant, Chill Awhile, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge)
  • A TV in the lobby, a front-desk safe, and wedding services
Room features
All guestrooms at Idle Awhile Resort have thoughtful touches such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Childcare services and free infant beds
  • Refrigerators and irons/ironing boards
  • Plasma TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Balconies, separate sitting areas, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 12 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Chill Awhile

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1999
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Plasma TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 12 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 80 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 40 (one-way), (from 1 to 12 years old)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Idle Awhile
Idle Awhile Negril
Idle Awhile Resort
Idle Awhile Resort Negril
Idle Awhile Hotel Negril
Idle Awhile Resort Hotel
Idle Awhile Resort Negril
Idle Awhile Resort Hotel Negril

Frequently asked questions

Is Idle Awhile Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Idle Awhile Resort?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Idle Awhile Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Idle Awhile Resort?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Idle Awhile Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 80 per person applies.

Where is Idle Awhile Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this Negril hotel is just steps from Jamaica Beaches and Seven Mile Beach. Hedonism II is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

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Idle Awhile Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 243 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 243 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 243 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 243 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 243 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

The property was comfortable with great staff, proximity to the beach was also a plus. While we enjoyed the home-like feel of the villas it seems that general maintenence of the property has been lacking. The AC was leaking and looked as though it had been for some time as the paint was bubbling and discoloured. Bathroom tiles were damaged and faucets were leaking.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

This beachfront property was clean and the staff were welcoming as well as helpful. I would certainly recommend this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Really nice staff. Place very comfortable and food was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

Beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Very reasonably priced and everyone was so accommodating and polite!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

The resort is beautiful with picture perfect ocean front views. The open air restaurant was a great way to start your day with Jamaican blue mtn coffee!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

My trip was very nice. The staff was great. Very clean. Felt safe. Food was good. Id definitely go back. Easy to get transportation. Hotel will assist.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10

The rooms were extremely extremely dark and noisy. The staff were wonderful
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Such a great property. The greenery and lush trees surround you. Not too big, not too small. Just right. I will definitely "Idle" again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

I enjoy my stay at Idle Awhile. All the staff were nice, great customer service. I would definitely stay there again when visiting Negril. Its walking distance to the parties for Dream Weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

The staff were friendly and professional. My wife and I enjoyed our stay immensely! We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10

Wonderful staff, beautiful beach, great for swimming, lovely quiet boutique hotel if you don't like large resorts, nice rooms with great balconies, great amenities, can't say enough good things about the staff on and off the beach, safe, 24 hour security guard and lifeguard
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

We thoroughly enjoyed our 5-night stay at Idle Awhile Beach. This small, boutique resort is directly on the beach, but remains quiet and well maintained. Service and restaurant was great! Just a few steps away from many great food stands and a grocery store. Highly recommended!

10/10

Liked the rooms. It wasn't crowded. Staff was nice
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10

Beautiful property within walking distance to other local destinations. That hotel was just a bit too quiet for me compared to other hotels I’ve visited. It’s ideal for the senior crowd.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10

There was a roof replacement going on. The property while nice and quaint can definitely benefit for some refurbishing/renovating. The toilet was shaky and the toilet seat was smaller that the toilet bowl
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Great place for that authentic island vibe! The people are extremely friendly and accommodating. Their recommendations were spot on. The location was within walking distance to shops, the bank, the grocery store and local fresh food. While the food at the resort was yummy, you should also try the places across the street! Would definitely recommend Idle Awhile!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10

This boutique hotel on the calmer part of 7 mile beach is A TREASURE! Our one bedroom suite included a large screened in porch with a dining table and hammock, delightful. Our room was spacious and high end from the designer floor tiles to the custom wood shutters. Loved it! The staff was attentive, morning coffee and toast delicious and we really enjoyed the SUPs, floatation cushions and the use of the hobbie cat. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10

The villa was very nice and we enjoyed our stay. The staff were extremely nice and very helpful. However, one thing we noticed was the villa was very dark inside. There was no natural light coming through. There was just the kitchen light and a couple of lamps. Going up to the top bunk was ok but coming down was a little scary because of the darkness in the villa. A lamp or light to access would make it easier to come down. I think the lighting needs to be updated. It needs more of the natural light if possible. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Awesome resort!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023