My wife and I stayed here 9 nights. We came here on a personal recommendation backed up
with many positive reviews on this site. Most things are all true. Here is more detail for all
you researchers:
The owners are Canadian/Jamaican so you get business savvy people that come with
a full understanding of the needs of western travelers and can add a true Jamaican flare to your
stay.
The business model is excellent. Give the guests a good, spacious,comfortable clean room with all the
ammenities of home to make it feel like a "home away from home"
With only 20 rooms that gives the owners and staff to virtually make eveybody feel that
way and the "vibe" that is talked about so often.
So, yes everybody is friendly and helpful etc.
The food menu is created in such a way to satisfy what westerners are used to with a Jamaican twist. Its all good and acceptable and generous portions to boot. We ate here every second day
and tried all surrounding restaurants being so many of them and enjoyed that experience.
Happy hour is a gift. 2 for one beers and basic drinks and very tasty chicken wings. (I like them better with no batter)
Further, the owners have bottled their own homemade jerk/pepper sauce....excellent!
With only 20 rooms you may ask which one is the best?
If you want quiet and privacy rooms number 8 ,9,10 and 11 are all at the very back of the garden and are furthest from the bar area.
Rooms 17,18,19 and 20 are the new section and comes with the benefit of newer mattresses, ,flat screen tv's etc. Nicely laid out with a fountain in front of your balcony.
17 and 18 are right next to the pool however and takes some of the privacy away.
Expect a very LOUD saturday night. As that is reggae night with musicians bongo drums, singers etc. Its a great act and comes with a buffet all for $20. Its a no brainer to do this at least once.
The novelty wears off I discovered from repeat visitors as its pretty much the same act year round.
I would suggest to the owners to switch it up a bit. there is always good talent around.
The grounds are very botanical. and its nice just to sit on your own balcony and enjoy the birds chirping.
So all in all for what you pay this exceeds my value equation...price, quality, cleanliness, service
its all here........free internet too!
This is what is not here:
NO ocean view. The property is inland. Its a good 300 yards to the main road and you can
visit some of the neigbouring resorts and spend half a day there should you wish to.
OR..take the free daily shuttle to the beach.
NO super premium liquors as 18-30 year scotch, high end tequilas, wines, etc.
NO phones in the room. You can rent a mobile phone for $10 a day. Unlimited international calls to boot! bonus!
NO inclusive hot breakfast. Just continental.
All of this comes at a price of $79 per night on average.
I find that a lot of people book months in advance even up to one year. So if you are seriously considering booking here , book early for Dec,Jan Feb Mar..
Other reviews incicate that people come in small ot large groups here.....this is true . So expect to
be subjected to a few cliques....They interact regualry and more intensely with each other ignoring newcomers leaving them to feel "ostracized" This was my observation and could be
mainly due to the part that many people who come here smoke cannabis regularly. And by that I mean morning, afternoon, evening....all day everywhere. So if you are a non smoker/toker this may not be
your cup of tea. Also if you have toddlers or small children....I would venture to say that this
is mainly an "all adult" environment.
Security is excellent. There are safes in the rooms as well.
Be prepared to hear barking dogs at night. Its all over Jamaica. Get used to it.
Congratulations to Chris and Francine on all their success here!
Also on the news of their first baby coming in March!





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What a deal! Really good buffet dinner and an amazing show - all for $20 + drinks.

Our group of 22 people had a blast and I will remember the Seastar Drummers & dancers forever. What an excellent place to go on a Saturday night. I will definitely return next time I am in Negril. So much fun.

We stayed at the Seastar with 16 other couples in part to celebrate my 50th Birthday in December 2012. We had an excellent time! We were treated very well by Chris and Francine, the Owners and their staff were very accomodating and friendly! The food was awesome! We ate most meals at the Seastar and each meal was very good and we felt reasonably priced! We were fortunate to see local favorite reggae band Luciano as part of their Reggae party on the saturday night along with many other performers that got us all up dancing! It was my husband's and I first time travelling to Negril, Jamaica and some of our friends as well. But for those of us had been before they also thought the Seastar would be a destination that is well worth returning to in the future. You really are treated like family! Also on my 50th Birthday celebration night they put on a great smorg and a lovely Birthday cake for me and my friends. I highly recommend the Seastar to anyone looking for a laid back more personal vacation experience in Negril. Thank you Seastar Inn!

I stayed at the Seastar Inn for 4 nights as part of a 13-night stay in Negril. I spent the other 9 nights at 2 beach hotels. There is a different vibe at Seastar since it's in-land (dare I say more laid back than the beach?!). The staff at the Seastar are very friendly, especially Clarol, Barbara, Alvin and Rochelle. The food is fantastic and the meal prices are low. The Saturday night show and buffet is a must-see for anyone heading to Negril-- the buffet is yummy and plentiful and the music is varied and a lot of fun. I stayed in one of the new rooms and it was spotless. For me, the best part of the room is the hammock on the patio/balcony. I spent many hours just relaxing and letting the world float away in my hammock! The pool is refreshing and the hotel is small, so you will likely find yourself among new friends in no time at all. I will return to Negril and, once again, split my time in order to enjoy the best of both worlds. The only downside I noticed is that the walls are thin so you can hear neighbors t.v.s and dogs barking outside. But considering the excellent price and the friendly staff, the trade-off is worth it. I also liked that the rooms have windows that are plenty big. The other two hotels I stayed at had very little natural light and were too dark for my liking-- not the Seastar! Wifi is strong in the restaurant and near the pool. I recommend Seastar for its great price, friendly staff and laid back vibe.