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Riu Palace Tropical Bay

4.0 of 5
Norman Manley Blvd, Bloody Bay Beach, Negril, Jamaica
Riu Palace Tropical Bay
Ranked #30 of 98 hotels in Negril
4.0 of 5 stars 2114 Reviews
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What travelers say about this hotel
  • Jerk chicken(178)
  • Very good(132)
  • Room service(114)
  • Pool bar(83)
  • Rick cafe(72)
  • Steak house(72)
  • Specialty restaurant(66)
  • Great time(66)
  • Ocean views(57)
  • Very nice(56)
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Middletown, Rhode Island
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 29, 2012 NEW

We traveled May 13-20th. Every late afternoon there would be a passing shower. Not sure if this is typical this time of year. This was my first time to stay at a Riu property and I really don't have any complaints. Check in was extremely easy. The resort is not that big. The rooms do have a musky smell, but... More

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South Wales
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 29, 2012 NEW via mobile
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Loved this place especially the romantic setting. The hotel was fab and the staff couldn't do enough for you. Everything was simply amazing. The food was well varied and plentifull. Can't wait to go back.

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NYC
2 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012 NEW via mobile
4
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We just came back from a sunny Jamaica. 1 week sent on paradise of Riu Palace... Nice people, good ambiance, well located hotel. The food was surprisingly good but nothing fency. I you reserve restaurants in open air (Grill), please be aware of the moscitos. They ate my hubby alive but didn't touch me... There are tons of free acquaint... More

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Monongahela, Pennsylvania
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW
2
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Just Back from our 20th Anniversary trip. First time ever in Jamaica and it was Wonderful! We made arrangements to travel from Montego Bay airport to Negril using Big Ship Tours! a simple e-mail to Dudley and we were set. Peter---our driver---was waiting for us when we exited the airport and within seconds we were on our way to Negril... More

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Madison, Wisconsin
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012
6
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Just returned from a week at the Riu Palace Tropical Bay Negril, Jamaica. Absolutely loved everything about our stay. Booked an oceanfront room, which was well worth the little extra. Room was well-appointed and thoroughly enjoyed the lanai. The food was terrific, grounds were beautiful and the hotel is situated on a very nice stretch of beach. A short beach... More

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Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012
3
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The Resort was everything you would have it to be!!! The staff was amazing and friendly. Not a dull moment. The entertainment crew was exceptionally good they really interact with their guest and I felt like I was at my bachelorette party and I'm not even married during the beach party the night before I left. the food was okay... More

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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012
3
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This RIU is NOT a palace, but a decent so-so resort. The rooms and service is hit or miss. Food is OK, nothing exceptional, but you will not go hungry. Specialty restaurants are a bit better, but 3 out of 4 are in doors & it is HOT, HOT, HOT inside making hard to enjoy the food. The rooms are... More

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Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
1 review
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012
6
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So I just returned (unwillingly) from a wonderful week spent at the RIU Palace in Negril. This resort has everything you would need from an all inclusive, and is located on one of the most beautiful beaches you will ever see. The staff is wonderful, the grounds are fairly well kept, the pool is awesome, and the food and drinks... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012
4
people found this review helpful

I stayed at the RIU Palace Tropical Bay from April18th to the 25th, 2012. I have been staying at the hotel annually since it opened and continue to enjoy my stays while I am visiting. I would like thank the staff members who are awesome and always make my stay enjoyable! In particular, I would like to thank Elaine at... More

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Niagara Falls, New York
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012
14
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I stayed at the RIU Tropical Palace in Negril from April 28th to May 5th, 2012. I too was a little worried about staying there because of all the negative trip reviews posted about this RIU. I traveled with a group of 6, all of us in our early 60’s. I hope my review helps others with their worries about... More

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Address: Norman Manley Blvd, Bloody Bay Beach, Negril, Jamaica
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