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Tingalaya's Retreat

3.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Yoga
Private beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach towels
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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West End Road, Negril, Westmoreland
  • Place, Barney's Botanical Garden Jamaica
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Negril Lighthouse
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Negril Cliffs
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Butterfly A

Butterfly A

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Seaview (Double bed)

Seaview (Double bed)

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Grand Villa, Garden Area (Great House)

Grand Villa, Garden Area (Great House)

  • Garden view
  • 142 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Trundle Beds

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Superior Queen Room (Sea Grape)

Superior Queen Room (Sea Grape)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 86 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Sunset (Double bed)

Sunset (Double bed)

  • Sea view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Bungalow Butterfly B

Bungalow Butterfly B

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Bungalow Hummingbird C

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Bungalow Hummingbird D

Bungalow Hummingbird D

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Negril

With a stay at Tingalaya's Retreat in Negril (West End), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Negril Cliffs and Negril Lighthouse. .This beach guesthouse is 4.6 mi (7.3 km) from Seven Mile Beach and 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Barney's Botanical Garden Jamaica.
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What's nearby

  • Barney's Botanical Garden Jamaica - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Negril Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Negril Cliffs - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Seven Mile Beach - 10 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Bloody Bay Beach - 22 min drive - 18.4 km

Getting around

  • Sir Donald Sangster Intl. Airport (MBJ) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rick's Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪MyBeach jamaica - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sweet Spice Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Juici Patties - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Push Cart - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Tingalaya's Retreat

Beachside guesthouse with outdoor pool
Tingalaya's Retreat offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. This Negril guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards, hair dryers, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include a private beach and an outdoor pool.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 8 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Relax on the private beach or enjoy other recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool. This Mediterranean guesthouse also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Tingalaya's Retreat. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 11 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 7 AM and 11 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7 AM to 11 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 floor
  • 10 buildings
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

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

Property is also known as

Tingalaya’s Retreat House
Tingalaya's Retreat House Negril
Tingalaya's Retreat House
Tingalaya's Retreat Negril
Tingalaya's Retreat
Tingalaya's Retreat Guesthouse Negril
Tingalaya's Retreat Guesthouse
Tingalaya’s Retreat
Tingalaya's Retreat Negril
Tingalaya's Retreat Guesthouse
Tingalaya's Retreat Guesthouse Negril

Tingalaya's Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 39 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is the perfect place to unwind and relax. The staff incredibly friendly and warm, the ground are beautiful, water views stunning and sunsets amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

daniele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The easiest (and only?) full marks review of my life: this a real pearl among hotels

10/10 Excellent

Alya de

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Grace

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Out dated
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing HideAway near Negril

This is a remarkable place close enough to Negril but located in the forested, quiet area of West End. The properly is beautiful, the staff are pleasant and attentive and the private beach is like something I have never seen before. Having a car is almost required (mind the potholes) but once there, the place really is a retreat!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ana Paula

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tingalayas has always been my top pick for a place to stay in Negril. It's a quiet retreat with beautiful garden views on one side of the property and magnificent ocean views on the opposite side of the property. It's so tranquil and peaceful on whichever side you decide to stay. It's close to seven mile beach and other attractions. The staff there are exceptionally helpful. They go out of their way to assist you in every way. The cottages are beautiful and clean. If you appreciate old world antiques and minimalist style, you will love your stay here. Breakfast is included-authentic Jamaican breakfast at its best. Looking forward to staying there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peaceful retreat

A lovely, peaceful retreat. Breakfast is served daily, featuring many local ingredients. The ocean-fed salt water pool is the highlight.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shauna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely LOVED my stay at Tingalaya's. Went for a solo quiet retreat and it was just what I needed. The environment was naturalistic and serene. I stayed in one of the smaller Seaview cottages which was a joy to wake up to in the morning. The property does have dogs but they are friendly and don't bother a soul. I found that they only barked for about 5 or so minutes at almost a set time at night - which was actually kinda fascinating (as if they were simply checking in to each other. Beyond that, the place was quiet. Breakfast was DELICIOUS - kudos to the hands that prepared (Sophia and Marie). Big up to Bobby, Jummy (not sure if that's how it's spelt) and Robinson who were very friendly and kept the grounds immaculate and safe. I appreciated that the owner, David, happened to be there as well. He greeted all his guests and took personal interest to make sure we were happy with our stay. Great guy! My only issue was with the internet which didn't really service the cottage and seafront area. But this being a quiet retreat it wasn't a big deal for me... was a good way to tune out of my devices and just... be. It's the right space for others seeking the same kinda escape. I already plan on staying again later this year. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

KSHAMA

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

Quiet retreat in Negril

It is a quiet retreat, with only 7 guest rooms spread across a large area. The garden is lovely with many interesting trees and plants. What didn’t work for us was the bathroom and toilet didn’t have a door , so had to improvise with a sheet strung across the open doorway! Also , was expecting a sandy beach. Instead, access to the sea is across the road in continuation of the property, and through low cliffs. On calm days they can lower a ladder over the cliffs into the sea- we couldn’t experience thus because of rough seas. There is a beautiful salt water pool which is continuously fed with waves crashing into it- absolutely divine to spend hours in the pool without the hassle of getting into the sea! Another unique feature of the property is one can watch BOTH sunrise and sunset from the pool deck! The staff is lovely; special mention of Sophia who cooked us an excellent Jamaican dinner and daily breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Elayna

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were hoping to have a place to go snorkelling and be in a relaxed place…There were no fish on the reef, the staff were pushy and rude about getting tips - they did not want you to go with another cab company than their own for instance, even though theirs was double the price - huge competition to get tourists to locations for kickbacks - breakfast was good - paid for a dinner and it was absolutely horrible - were sick after it. No water or absolutely anything provided in the room - smelt of mold and red ant infested - we got bit so badly which hurt and itched for days. The furniture was so uncomfortable and no provisions or anything close by. They advertised being a retreat with yoga and none of that happened. The view of the ocean though was spectacular.

8/10 Good

Jacquiann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tingalaya's is a lovely Negril retreat offering both seascape and garden areas in one location. The accommodations are bungalows sensitively detailed with a unique fusion of caribbean, indonesian and islamic details nested in a garden of tropical flora and fauna. The Jamaican breakfast is superb with callaloo from the organic garden and fresh coffee every morning. Friendly and attentive staff. Ask for the masseuse ! Caters to large or small groups, families and individuals. A welcoming host with intriguing universal interests. Great place for rejuvenation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I truly loved it all... The staff was amazing ,welcoming and truly caring. The natural beauty of the location and the architecture that was so obviously orchestrated and and bound with the natural setting made this truly a place of paradise
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Olivier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a fairy's dream!.... I can't wait to come back here with my girls for our bachelorette party
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of a kind place with a pool with an amazing view on the ocean where the snorkling is so gorgeous! Beautiful area to do yoga by yourself and a share kitchen space to cook local food by your self. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

GM, Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tranquil place to stay with great breakfast included. Very peaceful away from the hustle and bustle of the beach road.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
When I went to ask about getting a blanket the night we got there, I was surrounded by snarling guard dogs and almost attacked. Apparently the guard was sleeping. Dogs were barking throughout the night. We left the next morning even though we paid for 4 nights. We also paid for dinner the night we got there - it was a few bowls of cold food and a bowl of white lettuce. It was supposed to be $45 for the 2 meals and they tried to bill us $60.00. The breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the wonderful staff and breakfast meals. The ocean access was nice but we were unable to snorkel at the resort due to unsafe surf.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unforgettable

We had an excellent and relaxing stay! The staff is fabulous and very friendly and professional. There is no AC however it’s not a problem at all. It cools off just enough at night for a comfortable night sleep. The huts are so lovely and romantic. We had or toddler and he really enjoyed the place as well. The breakfasts are so delicious. We purchased almost every supper here as well and it’s the best cooking you will find! The sunsets enjoyed at the pool on the cliffs are unforgettable. Very peaceful property with beautiful vegetation. Yoga available and Karen the yoga instructor is magical. There are mosquitos in the evening and early morning. The *only* downfall is that the neighbourhood dogs bark through the night. Overall this is an amazing spot!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ray, Boston

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Best place in the west end for peace and quiet Great staff Tingalayas is our favorite place in Negril Maria Juby Sophie Bobby Boston Kevin are some of the best folks I have ever met anywhere
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Stephanie

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

Perfect secluded hotel

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

lucille, Montego Bay, Jamaica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Really nice property

This was a great getaway. If you dont like the fuss of large chain hotels, Tingalaya is great for you. Its truly a hidden gem. The property is large with lots of privacy and the swimming pool in the cliffs is pretty spectacular. Breakfast is included and is served with a fresh platter of fruits. Staff is amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018