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Idle Awhile Resort

3.5 star property
On a private white sand beach, near Seven Mile Beach
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
January 2025
February 2025

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Private beach, white sand, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View
Bar (on property)
Front of property - evening/night

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Norman Manley Blvd, Negril, Westmoreland
  • The Boardwalk Shopping Village
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Seven Mile Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Time Square Mall
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Negril (NEG-Negril Aerodrome)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Highlights

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

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Highlights

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

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About the area

Negril

A family-friendly stay in Negril awaits you at Idle Awhile Resort. Within steps you'll find Seven Mile Beach and Jamaica Beaches. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include in-room free WiFi, balconies and plasma TVs. .The restaurant, Chill Awhile, serves Caribbean cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Spend the day at the private beach where you'll find umbrellas. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7 AM and 11 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Near this 3.5-property class Negril hotel, you'll find Hedonism II.

What's nearby

  • Seven Mile Beach - 9 min walk
  • Time Square Mall - 17 min walk
  • Bloody Bay Beach - 6 min drive
  • Negril Cliffs - 7 min drive
  • Hedonism II - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Montego Bay (MBJ-Sir Donald Sangster Intl.) - 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

On a private white sand beach, near Seven Mile Beach
A private beach is featured. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly Idle Awhile Resort. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Negril hotel is smoke free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1999
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Idle Awhile Resort offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and a safe. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include dressing gowns and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Plasma televisions come with cable channels. In-room massages, an iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7 AM to 11 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
  • Free cot
  • In-room babysitting
  • 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 lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • 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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Idle Awhile Resort

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Idle Awhile Resort?

Idle Awhile Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Idle Awhile Resort?

Yep, Idle Awhile Resort has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Idle Awhile Resort?

Yep, Idle Awhile Resort is a short 9-minute walk from Seven Mile Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and parasailing.

What makes Idle Awhile Resort a romantic place to stay?

Ocean-view dining and a private beach, as well as private balconies and massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Idle Awhile Resort.

Is Idle Awhile Resort family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and a private beach, as well as childcare services and free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Idle Awhile Resort is a hit with families.

Does Idle Awhile Resort serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily between 7 AM and 11 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Idle Awhile Resort?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Idle Awhile Resort?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Caribbean cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Idle Awhile Resort?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Idle Awhile Resort?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Idle Awhile Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 242 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 242 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 242 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 242 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 242 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 Good

Nicole

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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 Excellent

Conzan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Debbie Lee

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candice W

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Kyle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

8/10 Good

Ann Marie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The rooms were extremely extremely dark and noisy. The staff were wonderful
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome resort!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

adam michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

William, Waxahachie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the rooms. It wasn't crowded. Staff was nice
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

orville

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Starlet

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicolina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

8/10 Good

Patrick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Michelle, Monroe

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

nicholas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Leiane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice staff. Place very comfortable and food was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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