Hotel Riu Palace Tropical Bay - All Inclusive, near Kool Runnings Water Park, offers an elegant getaway with a free breakfast buffet. Enjoy the white sand beach, poolside bar, or a sports massage at Renova Spa. Fitness classes, sailing, and snorkeling included.
Located in Negril, Hotel Riu Palace Tropical Bay - All Inclusive is on the beach. Kool Runnings Water Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Seven Mile Beach and Booby Cay. Time Square Mall and Negril Cliffs are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Negril travel guide
Norman Manley Boulevard, Bloody Bay Beach, Negril, Westmoreland
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
Montego Bay (MBJ-Sir Donald Sangster Intl.)
94 min drive
Restaurants
Green Island Restaurant, RIU
15 min walk
Hunter Steakhouse
16 min walk
Royalton Lobby Bar
15 min walk
Restaurant Negril
1 min walk
Ackee
3 min drive
About this property
Hotel Riu Palace Tropical Bay - All Inclusive
Upscale all-inclusive property near Seven Mile Beach
Located close to Bloody Bay Beach and Kool Runnings Water Park, Hotel Riu Palace Tropical Bay - All Inclusive provides a free breakfast buffet, a swim-up bar and a poolside bar. With a beachfront location, sunloungers and scuba diving, this property is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in a body wrap, a manicure/pedicure and a sports massage at Renova Spa, the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 5 on-site restaurants. Fitness classes are offered at the health club; other things to do include sailing, volleyball and kayaking. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground.
Additional perks include:
2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sunloungers, pool umbrellas and a swim-up bar
Free self-parking
Limo/town car service, express check-out and wedding services
A front desk safe, beach towels and concierge services
Guest reviews give top marks for the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 452 rooms offer comforts, such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and eco-friendly toiletries
Plasma TVs with satellite channels
Balconies, separate sitting areas and LED light bulbs
All-inclusive details
This property is all-inclusive. On-site 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
Snorkelling
Snorkelling excursions
Surfing/body boarding
Windsurfing
Land activities
Fitness facilities
Football
Tennis
Volleyball
Lessons/classes/games
Dancing
Yoga
Entertainment
On-site entertainment and activities
Access to on-site nightclubs
On-site live performances
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Ecostars – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 return 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
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
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-authorise 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 any lifts
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
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Riu Palace Tropical Bay - All Inclusive have a pool?
Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Is Hotel Riu Palace Tropical Bay - All Inclusive pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Hotel Riu Palace Tropical Bay - All Inclusive?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hotel Riu Palace Tropical Bay - All Inclusive?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Hotel Riu Palace Tropical Bay - All Inclusive?
Checkout is at noon.
Are there all-inclusive benefits at Hotel Riu Palace Tropical Bay - All Inclusive?
Yes, the property is all-inclusive. Activities include windsurfing, snorkelling, kayaking and more.
Where is Hotel Riu Palace Tropical Bay - All Inclusive located?
Nestled on the beach, this Negril property is within 1 mi (2 km) of Seven Mile Beach and Booby Cay. Kool Runnings Water Park and Time Square Mall are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Hotel Riu Palace Tropical Bay - All Inclusive Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Lovely resort right in the beach. Not too big and you can even go over to the other Riu resort down the beach and eat there too with your all-inclusive bracelet. The beach is AMAZING. Drinks are great, food is good overall. Highly recommend reserving a dinner at the Steak House- our favourite of the restaurants there. Staff were always helpful. Can’t wait to go back!
Rooms cleaned well and promptly. Giovanni at pool bar was the happiest and best bartender. Food was good. Entertainment was good. Steel drum band excellent!
Rooms were dated, housekeeping was really good, drink service at beach was sub par or non existent. Front desk was helpful and bar staff were fun. Buffet was good but specialty restaurants ok. Property was very clean. The oddest thing were the beds. Instead of a king, there were 2 full size beds pushed together. I felt like I was falling in a hole all night. The beds were made up with 2 sheets per bed, no comforter.
We recently stayed at this resort, and overall it was a very pleasant experience. The resort was very clean, and the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. This was actually our third time staying here, and we have always enjoyed the atmosphere and service.
However, we were very disappointed with the restaurant reservation system. According to the website, reservations open at 8:00 a.m. on the same day, but every time I tried to reserve right at 8:00 a.m., the system showed that everything was already fully booked. This happened several days in a row.
During our previous visits, the restaurants operated on a first-come, first-served basis, which worked much better for guests. The new reservation system does not seem to function as advertised, and it was frustrating not being able to secure a reservation despite trying exactly when reservations opened.
I hope the resort reviews this system or improves the process so guests can actually access the dining options that are advertised.
Bereket
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
6/10 Okay
Aliyah Faith
23 Mar, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
I’ve stayed at a RIU in Montego Bay before, so I knew paying more usually means a nicer, more “luxury” experience. That wasn’t really the case here. Palace Tropical Bay didn’t feel like an upgrade, and honestly we could’ve just stayed at Riu Negril and been just as happy, if not happier. When we went there for the White Party, it looked just as nice.
The swim-up bar pool was also an issue—the filter seemed off because there was always debris floating around, which wasn’t great.
The “ocean view” is pretty limited—you can see the ocean, but it’s more of a partial view than a full one.
On the positive side, the entertainment staff did a great job keeping people engaged even with all the rain that week and food was pretty good.
The biggest frustration was that we could not check in our first night due to bad weather costing us our connecting flight, and even though Expedia contacted the hotel, they refused to refund or accommodate that night which was really disappointing.
Room was cleaned daily. Evening shows were amazing as they reflect Jamaica. Most of the staff were courteous, but some staff who work in the buffet and restaurants (mostly females) were unfriendly and unwelcoming.
We loved fitness classes taught by "Happy Feet". It would be great if you add at least one more class of Riumba per week and /or dance lessons.
The food was excellent , and the RIU Resort tropical Bay was an excellent Stay. There were many activities which the staff and everyone was so polite. I will be coming again sometime next year.