Merrils Beach Resort I is a beach lover's paradise, with direct access to Seven Mile Beach and kayaking activities. Relax by the outdoor pool or unwind at the bar and restaurant, where you can enjoy in-room WiFi throughout your stay.
Reviews
7.47.4 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
Airport transfer
Bar
Laundry facilities
Air conditioning
Free parking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
On the beach
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Outdoor pool access
Room service
Airport pick-up service
Terrace
Air conditioning
Garden
Front-desk safe
Self-serve laundry
Gift shops/newsstands
Feel at home (6)
Separate sitting area
Premium TV channels
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Room options
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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View
Sir Donald Sangster Intl. Airport (MBJ) - 95 min drive
Airport pick-up service
Restaurants
Sweet Spice Restaurant - 3 min drive
Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville (Negril) - 19 min walk
Fries Unlimited - 2 min drive
Burger King - 2 min drive
Patois Patio - 3 min drive
About this property
Merrils Beach Resort I
At Merrils Beach Resort I, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Seven Mile Beach and Jamaica Beaches. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Other highlights at this all-inclusive hotel include a terrace and a garden.
All inclusive
This hotel is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
55 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
Transfers
Airport pickup on request (available 24 hours)*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Private dining
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
On the beach
Kayaking
Pool table
Access to nearby outdoor pool
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Romance packages
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
Closed captioned TV
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Patio
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Champagne service
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (surcharge)
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 80 per person (one way)
Safes in guestrooms can be used for USD 0 per night
Children & extra beds
Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 3 and 11 costs USD 40 (one way)
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
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, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Merrils Resort
Merrils Beach Resort I Hotel
Merrils Beach Resort I Negril
Merrils Beach Resort I Hotel Negril
Merrils Beach Resort I All Inclusive
Frequently asked questions
Does Merrils Beach Resort I offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Merrils Beach Resort I does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Merrils Beach Resort I?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Merrils Beach Resort I?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Merrils Beach Resort I?
Yes, a shuttle from the airport to the hotel is available. The charge is USD 80 per person one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Merrils Beach Resort I?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Merrils Beach Resort I and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as kayaking. Enjoy amenities like a garden and access to a nearby outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near Merrils Beach Resort I?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Merrils Beach Resort I have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a patio.
What's the area around Merrils Beach Resort I like?
Merrils Beach Resort I is a short 19-minute walk from Seven Mile Beach and 2 minutes' walk from Jamaica Beaches.
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Merrils Beach Resort I Reviews
Reviews
7.4
Good
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7.4/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
6.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
Mar 1, 2015
16 Days in Negril
I found my stay at Merrils 1 to be very good overall. The room I stayed in was right next to the kitchen and it was quite loud at times. The room was "updated" but the curtains, lamp shade and furnishings were a bit shabby. The staff was friendly although I still found some would take advantage given half a chance. The food was good. Security overall was above average. I appreciated their watchfulness. I would recommend staying here the price is reasonable. The beach is beautiful and overall the grounds were well cared for. I decided to extend my stay and they were very accommodating.
Becky
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2022
Will be back next year loved it
Kristin
Kristin, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 1, 2022
I liked the lush vegetation, location of the room and having a balcony, refrigerator and safe. Didn’t like neighbours smoking beside and under me. I lived with second had smoke 7 of my 14 days. Smoking was also too close to dining area as well as smokers walking right past my table with lit cigarettes no matter where I chose to sit. Smokers prevented me from spending much time at the bar since most of it permitted smoking.
Clarence
Clarence, 14-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 3, 2022
Irene
Irene, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 1, 2022
I liked this quaint charming hotel, great staff. All very helpful ☺️. Great Jamaica cuisine. Will come back!!
Shanell
Shanell, 3-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
6/10 Good
Mar 19, 2015
Merrill's 1
The people are great. The food was okay. The decor needs updating. The bed was awful! Very old, no padding and could feel the springs. The buildings are beginning to show signs of disrepair. The drinks were included but in child-sized cups. Certainly not a well stocked bar. Didn't even have tonic, but when I requested it they got a small bottle that lasted part of the week. Great location on the beach. Great price, hotel just okay. We go to Jamaica to walk the beach. That part was amazing.
Kathy
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
Mar 5, 2015
Best All-Inclusive VALUE Ever! JMAC
The property was clean and basic but, as an all-inclusive, extremely well done and a great value. The staff was SUPERIOR with the exception of the front desk that handled your questions with disinterest and a 'Frog Face' ... the first thing that came to mind (exception of Stacey-Ann & Shana). The 'front lines' of the hotel and the worst on the staff. When I brought this up to other staff, I heard the common response, "We hear that all the time ... they are even rude to us". BUT the main purpose of this revue is to give this Hotel a major THUMBS UP for the VALUE of the experience and to celebrate the rest of the awesome staff. At the beachfront restaurants and bars was were the charm began. Big 'shout out' to Tamar, Stanley, Andrew, Marlon, Orville, Donavon and Chef Leason Anderson that were ... simply SUPERIOR! The food was carefully prepared within the food cost budget of the hotel and the dishes that represented the Jamaican cuisine very good. The vegetables were fresh and the fruits locally grown as well. The Red Stripe beer was cold and the hot Jamaican Mountain coffee is some of the best in the world! The happy smiling bartenders also made some amazing fresh fruit and Jamaican rum drinks that were super solid and on par with any of the higher prices all-inclusives on the island. JMAC
JOHN
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2015
A microcosm of Negril.
Arrived and was immediately taken up to my room. I hate AC so I opened all the windows to let the balmy, soothing air in and they stayed that way for the entire week. In every instance I felt safe, secure, the security is paramountly important for a woman traveling alone and never was there any question of my safety at any time. The housemen and every member of the staff is warm, friendly, accommodating in every instance, everyone going out of their way to make my stay enjoyable. My room was immaculate and I can't give enough compliments to the people who work at the Merril's I where I stayed.
Mary
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
6/10 Good
Mar 1, 2015
Mmmmmm not so good
The food was not so good. There was hardly any variety and very basic. lunch time was the worse , I came late once and ended up eating cold chips and chicken wings. They didn't have much cultural food neither and food was always cold. The cocktails were nice but not much variety.
The resort is on a public beach where you'll find a lot of people trying to sell things or take you on exertions or men just hollering at you. This can be very annoying when you are trying to sunbath. Choose another resort.
rachel
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
6/10 Good
Feb 28, 2015
Staff great, food great, room terrible
Staff great, food from local sources, beach site okay. Room is terrible. Front desk staff are nasty.
Verified traveler
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
Feb 26, 2015
Good Overall Hotel
I enjoyed my stay At Merrills and it was truly because of the staff. They are amazingly friendly and I would go back to see my new friends again. :)
Jess
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2015
fantastiskt läge
fantastiskt läge,bara ett par meter från stranden.trevlig personal,allt var verkligen jättebra
berith
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
Feb 12, 2015
Great location
Love Negril, have been vacationing there for years. Located about midpoint on 7 mile beach so is accessible to everything. Staff is friendly, food was good and varied. Will definitely go back.
Jan
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
6/10 Good
Feb 1, 2015
Отель для активного отдыха.
Отель удобно расположен относительно дискотек,кафе.Питание в отеле без излишеств,но с голоду не умрешь.Отличное соотношение цена-качество.
Yury
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
6/10 Good
Feb 1, 2015
Dissatisfied guest
I was assigned to room # 210 which had no soap dish anywhere in the bathroom, no towel bar for hanging towels almost no water pressure in lavitory faucet and unstable water tempreture in shower. in the midst of a warm shower comes a burst of cold water, very unacceptable.
Izett Bishop
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
Jan 27, 2015
take advantage of all 3 (for 1)
Great staff and location. This place is not fancy. It has great basic fresh food, not a huge variety but always - nice grilled fish, jerk chicken, fresh veg , soup and salad and a starch at every meal. No kid freindly food except for at breakfast- no nuggets, fries etc. If you have done an all inclusive in Europe this is very similar. As a matter of fact when we were there the place was mostly full of Italians. I was told they are making Merrils 1 exclusivly for an Italian tour operator. Merrils 2 has a small pool and Merrils 3 has a bar on the beach and chaise pads. All 3 are on the beach a few yards from each other. All have a slightly different buffet each day. Go to 1 for a salad then you can go to the next for the main course if you like. They always had plenty of food. Ask for towels at the front desk- they are not fancy either.
Angie
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
Jan 25, 2015
Perfect location and a lot of smiles!
Great location and wonderful staff. If you look for a top class All Inclusive with gourmet food, maybe you should look somewhere else. But if you want a friendly place where you can be yourself on a perfect location with generous and well prepared food together with a big smile and kindness to a good price, this is the place! With three different Merrills nearby, you can choose one of them for food or drinks, depending on your mood for music or quitness, perfect. And you can feel totally safe since there are nice and friendly guards in the premisses.
Lena
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
6/10 Good
Jan 21, 2015
Verified traveler
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
6/10 Good
Jan 13, 2015
First time experience
I enjoy the hotel the food,but my experience was salted by one member of the staff. Security accused me of having external guest in my room after hours. I explained that they had left the property by they did no believed me. Management said they would deal with the situation. I am hopeful.
First timer
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
4/10 Fair
Jan 12, 2015
Covers Your Basic Needs
I went to Merrils on a girls weekend and chose Merrils based on reviews, location, and price. My experience was that this hotel provided the basic needs but not anything more. The room was basic and adequate. It has 2 beds- 1 twin and 1 double. The maid service was good and staff in the restaurant and bar were pleasant and friendly. The overall facility was a bit run down and not very organized. We had to come back almost every time for fresh towels because they would run out. The pool at Merrils 2 was closed while we were there. The kayaks were also "not available" that week for some reason. Overall the food was tasty but the overall selection was not great. Also we read that there would be entertainment 2 times per week and when we inquired it was reduced to just Saturday night. Overall communication was lacking as well. We had to ask numerous times when and where things take place.
Isy
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
2/10 Poor
Nov 30, 2014
Not nice at all
lou
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
6/10 Good
Oct 27, 2014
you get what you pay for
good location good if your on a budget , vegetarian option non existent = hungry
love JA
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2010
Definitely a Place to Stay in Negril
Great place!! Staff friendly and promptly attend to you. Especially the waiters and waitresses.