I have been going to Negril Jamaica since the late Eighties, my wife since the late Seventies, and we have finally found the perfect place- Rondel Village. Having stayed at many different hotels, from the rustic thatched roof rooms to the high-end all-inclusives, there is no better value in Jamaica. We have returned to Rondel Village for the last 7 years straight, and would no longer consider anyplace else.


Our first stay there was in late 2000, after it was newly remodeled. While we experienced an issue with water in the shower( which was fixed ASAP), the response by the staff was nothing less then outstanding and really exceeded my expectations (during a stay at a different hotel around 1985, an overnight thunderstorm took out the power and water, and we were introduced to the "no frills day" by the staff there).

We always get the one room villa, which is quite large- close to 1000 square feet I think. The front room is a large kitchen, dining and living area with a small bath, with the back half being a large bedroom, large bathroom and private outdoor Jacuzzi. You won't find a more relaxing and comfortable place this size, at this price, anywhere in Negril!

I mentioned the remodel in 2000, but it hasn't ended there. They continue to improve and reinvest in the property. This past year there was all new leather funiture in our villa, and I could swear a new mattress. DVD players and iPOD compatible radios in the rooms were a nice new addition as well.

The location is near the center of the 7 Mile Beach, so it is very conveniently located, and a short 10-15 minute walk to the center of town, 5 minute walk to the Duty Free Shopping Center.

And finally the staff...the front desk, housekeeping, groundskeeping, security and wait-staff are all wonderful, and make us feel at home. My only complaint about Rondel is that they make us feel at home and part of the family- making it extremely difficult to get on the return flight home. Other then that, you'll get that Irie feeling the minute you get there!

Greg and Sandy C.
Lakeland Florida

Having never been to Jamaica, many people recommended we stay in an all-inclusive. We decided instead on Rondel Village, which was the best decision. Rooms are breezy and clean, staff is personal and committed to making you comfortable, and the restaurant on their property serves good Jamaican breakfasts! I got engaged on this trip and found out afterward that the staff had been helping my boyfriend with the whole proposal!
Definitely would stay here again, no question about it!

I brought my girlfriend for her first trip to Jamaica in May, 2007. After spending several vacations with my family in the past 27 years at Rondel, I knew this was the place to come back to. For the price and the people, there is no better spot. If you are a resort kind of person, this is not for you. If you are low maintenance, enjoy the people, and can handle the beach peddlers, then come here. We were on a budget and we easily stayed within it here.
Be specific when making your reservation, require your room be on the beach side, otherwise the appeal is not there. Clive at the bar is the man, and Donna is very helpful in the office. I sent her ten emails previous to our arrival and really bugged her about our room, she was delightful and helpful.
I love Jamaica, when it is cold in Chicago, my heart is in Negril. Rondel is the smart place to stay.

This was our third time to Negril and the first time to Rondel. The room was kept very clean and was large for the room rate. The only complaint was that we had the Cantelope Room which faced the street. Many nights the noise from the Jungle across the street was very loud. The air conditioner was very loud as well. The grounds were kept very well. The staff was very pleasant. The food at Irie on the Beach was good - especially the shrimp omelete and seafood pasta. I never saw anyone in the small pool or hot tub and it too was very clean.

The majority of the hagglers were pleasant if you respectfullly said "NO". Because this section of beach is fairly narrow they get to you very easily and the security does not ask them to leave very often. That can be annoying after awhile.

I would stay here again but get the larger one bedroom which is quite spacious with its own plunge pool.

We had a wonderful dinner at the Rockhouse - call for a reservation and they will pick you up for free. We had a wonderful dinner at Kuyaba - call for a reservation and they will pick up and drive you back for free. We also had good seafood at Cosmos. Try Montana's across the street for reasonable meals. Miss Sonia's and Selina's are great choices as well. Make sure you get patties from the patty man driving gthebicycle on the beach for 80J each.