Hotel Riu Palace Tropical Bay - All Inclusive

4.0 star property

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Sports facility
Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Aerial view
Reception
Buffet

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar

Explore the area

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Norman Manley Boulevard, Bloody Bay Beach, Negril, Westmoreland
  • Place, Bloody Bay Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Seven Mile Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Kool Runnings Water Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Montego Bay (MBJ-Sir Donald Sangster Intl.)
    ‪83 min drive‬

Room options

Junior Suite, Garden View (L)

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Partial Sea View (L)

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Sea View (E)

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Standard - E)

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Garden View (B2C-US)

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (B2C-US)

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (L)

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, Ocean View (L)

  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Garden View (B2C-CA)

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (B2C-CA)

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (U)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room (C)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Garden View (C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Ocean View (C)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (C)

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, Ocean View (C)

  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (U)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Oceanfront (U)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Ocean View (C)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Oceanfront (C)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Oceanfront (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Oceanfront (B2C-US)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Partial Sea View (L)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Oceanfront (L)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Garden View (U)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(101 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Ocean View (U)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(50 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (U)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite Junior with Garden View

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

Suite Junior with Side Sea View

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

Suite Junior with Ocean View

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

Suite with Sea View

  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Negril

Located in Negril, Hotel Riu Palace Tropical Bay - All Inclusive is by the ocean, within a 5-minute drive of Bloody Bay Beach and Seven Mile Beach. .This all-inclusive property is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Booby Cay and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Kool Runnings Water Park.

What's nearby

  • Bloody Bay Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Seven Mile Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kool Runnings Water Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Time Square Mall - 11 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Negril Cliffs - 18 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

  • Sir Donald Sangster Intl. Airport (MBJ) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Green Island Restaurant, RIU - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Grazie - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Gourmet Marche - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Royalton Lobby Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Hunter Steakhouse - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Palace Tropical Bay - All Inclusive

Family fun on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools, near Kool Runnings Water Park
Hotel Riu Palace Tropical Bay - All Inclusive offers 452 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Plasma televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Negril property provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a health club, a hot tub, and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the property's full-service spa, Renova Spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.
Make yourself at home in one of the 452 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and plasma televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a health club, and a sauna. Additional amenities at this Art Deco property include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Grab a bite at one of the property's 5 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 4 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 11 AM.
Featured amenities include limo/town car service, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7 AM and 11 AM.
Hotel Riu Palace Tropical Bay - All Inclusive has 5 restaurants on site.
24-hour room service is available.

All-inclusive details

This property is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

À la carte meals, snacks, and beverages included
24-hour room service
In-room minibar (some restrictions)
Dining and beverage availability limited at one or more venues

Water activities

Kayaking
Sailing
Snorkeling
Snorkeling excursions
Surfing/body boarding
Windsurfing

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Soccer
Tennis
Volleyball

Lessons/classes/games

Dancing
Yoga

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities
Access to onsite nightclubs
Onsite live performances

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7 AM to 11 AM
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • 5 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Personal motorised watercraft
  • Playground
  • Sailing
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Volleyball
  • Water skiing
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • 8 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.
When a room reservation includes a round-trip airport transfer at no charge, it's essential to respond to the supplier's message to arrange the shuttle service.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Riu Palace Tropical
Riu Palace Tropical Bay
Riu Palace Tropical Bay All Inclusive
Riu Palace Tropical Bay All Inclusive Negril
Riu Palace Tropical Bay Negril
Riu Tropical
Riu Tropical Bay
Riu Tropical Bay Palace
Riu Tropical Palace Bay
Tropical Bay
Riu Tropical Inclusive Negril
RIU Palace Tropical Bay All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace Tropical Bay - All Inclusive Negril

Hotel Riu Palace Tropical Bay - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 585 out of 1024 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 234 out of 1024 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 1024 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1024 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1024 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sean Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elham

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Latasha

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Moldy Room + No Refund Despite Early Checkout We arrived on July 24, 2025, and were immediately hit with a strong mold and mildew smell in the room completely uninhabitable. Housekeeping never showed up, so we called Expedia. Their rep told us to check out immediately and promised we’d be refunded for the hotel portion. We followed instructions, checked out the same day without staying, and the hotel confirmed our departure. Now Expedia says we’re losing the full $2,700 because the hotel won’t approve the refund even though we didn’t use the room. This is unacceptable. We didn’t cancel or no-show we were advised to leave due to unsafe conditions. This experience has been incredibly frustrating and feels like a scam. Guests should be able to trust that if a room is unsafe for health reasons, they won’t be penalized for refusing to stay. I’m now having to fight for a refund that should’ve been automatic based on Expedia’s own advice and the hotel’s conditions. Avoid this resort if you value cleanliness, air quality, or customer service. And avoid relying on Expedia support unless you get everything in writing. Very disappointed!!!!!😡😡😡
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entertainment that was provided was amazing. The staff is so kind and friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ariel

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property with elevator limited access to the baby in the stroller
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice Nicole Diaz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I found this hotel very beautiful. I had such a wonderful experience. The only factor that affected was the hospitality. I felt that staff sometimes did not want to be bothered with questions or requests. However, this did not apply to the bartenders and pool/beach servers. I do wish they had an elevator, especially when you or the 3rd floor, but that wasn’t anything we couldn’t handle. The food, beach, pool, entertainment, and room were amazing. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had the most amazing time. The staff and entertainment are 5*****
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Need more activities, pour variety food
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin Wayne

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Great resort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

andrea Peters

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best part of this resort is Sillion, Giovani, Andrew and Mike at the bar. The best part of dining was the waitress Karonn. The place is dirty, cockroaches in the rooms, plumbing issues, smell damp like mold.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Clay Donovan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alesha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Pretty decent property. Smaller compared to other resorts. Some staff were really friendly some were not. Food was just okay. Clean rooms & great beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanika

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lobby bathrooms outside of the hotel rooms were NOT clean and pretty nasty.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paulette

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoy my stay on the property and the food was delicious but I would like to suggest they have the resort exterminated cause I saw roaches in the buffet area by the food n plates and in my room
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort with a beautiful beach. Service was great. Sophi was the best.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe and not crowded. The staff was friendly. The spa was great. A very pretty place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul Wayne

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie Lee

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is a 10/10. The staff was exceptional!! Everyone is so inviting. All staff members that I came in contact with were amazing. Including Sillion, Mike, Andrew, Andre and Christopher from the steakhouse. I will be going back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was amazing, very kind and personable! Always had activities to keep you busy and involved! It was an amazing stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nekiaha

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities
Nothing
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed the beach at Riu Palace Tropical Bay. What I didn’t like about the property, however, is that all three of its pools close at 6 p.m. and so does the swim-up bar. I really wish one of the pools would have stayed open until 10 p.m., because that would have given my family and I more time to enjoy the resort after our excursions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea M, Bridgeport

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good I traveled with my family and they had a blast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025