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Norman Manley Blvd, Negril, Jamaica
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Gatehouse Villa
4.5 of 5 stars 18 Reviews
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Elkins Park, Pennsylvania
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
“Great experience once again”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 December 2011
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We stayed at Gatehouse six years ago and were looking forward to returning. A week on the seven mile beach and a week at an all-inclusive resort are two separate vacations. If you are planning on a "Jamaican" vacation experience Gatehouse Villa is an ideal destination. It's right in the middle of the beach and an ideal location.

We stayed in the upstairs room and were the only people at the property. The room overlooks the courtyard and Tony's Bar on the beach. It's got a small refridgerator and coffee maker in the "dressing room". The bathroom has an open shower which is a unique experience. The shower head was clogged and we had pretty bad pressure but Tony replaced it as soon as we asked.

You're never really alone at Gatehouse since Tony's bar acts as a magnet for folks walking the beach. After walking to dinner at one of the nearby beach restaurants we'd return to hang out at Tony's. We had a blast every night and made new friends nightly. Grace Ann is the bar tender and she is a delight. Most folks return just to chat with Gracie.

Tony cooked jerk chicken for us one night on the new grill. It was one of the best meals we had on the beach. We'll be back!

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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ontario canada
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
“Tony's Hut Bar at the Gatehouse”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 November 2011
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We were walking past the Gatehouse and Tony's Hut on Seven mile Beach and we were enchanted by the lovely bar but that was just the beginning. As we admired the cute little bar we overheard the bartender Grace welcome back some guests from a year ago and then the guests looked at us and said come on in and join us.
Grace is a terrific host and within a minute another group of 4 returnees joined the bar. All the patrons congratulated us for coming off our "all-inclusive" resort and experiencing the real Negril.
The Red Stripes were cold and the bar experience very warm!
We look forward to coming back to Negril and visiting this Seven Mile Beach Bar. The property was in very good shape and the location was central on the beach.

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Charlottesville, Virginia
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Wonderful Place”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2011
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We stayed at the Gatehouse Villa in Negril and it was amazing!!! We went with our two year old son and two other couples. What a terrific place, right on Negril beach and such a comfortable house. This is not a luxury villa but only in the sense that there is no tv or stereo. It is a nice big house, every room has its own bathroom and separate entrance. There is a large, well appointed kitchen and a really nice patio area. The house is situated in a well landscaped place so while it is directly on the beach it is set back a little and has a really lovely little yard area. Tony's bar is excellent because it is well stocked and Tony himself is so great. The housekeeper Joanie is a doll and she will even cook and do laundry for you for a little extra. I highly recommend this place as it is well worth the money and is really affordable, comfortable and enjoyable!!!

  • Stayed January 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Charlotte, North Carolina
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“THE best place in negril!!!!!!!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 December 2010
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this would be the third time i have stayed in negril in the last 4 years and all i can say is this is probably the best place to be at !!!!!! not only is the house a great house but to have tony as the host is the greatest thing about the whole trip!! he takes the best care of you and you have "no worries mon!!!" the entire trip!!!. i will never stay anywhere but here! the best vacation i have ever had!!!!

  • Stayed December 2010, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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charlotte
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“LOVED Gatehouse!! Paradise Found....”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 September 2010
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people found this review helpful

I can't say enough great things about Gatehouse Villa. Ali was a breeze to work with for booking and payment. Tony, Joanie and Violet treated us like guests in their home. Tony cooked amazing meals for my friend and I on two different evenings. We were spoiled by also having AWESOME neighbors that quickly became our friends. Staying at the villa over a resort was the best decision we could have made. I hope to be back in the near future to visit Tony and Joanie again. If heading to Negril....I would HIGHLY recommend spending your time at the Gatehouse Villa.

  • Stayed August 2010, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Norman Manley Blvd, Negril, Jamaica
Price range (per night):* INR4,960 - 8,861

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