Negril is a renowned beach resort that spans parts of two Jamaican parishes: Westmoreland and Hanover. Westmoreland, the westernmost parish, is situated on the island's southern side, while Hanover lies to the north. Downtown Negril, along with the West End cliff resorts and the southern portion of the famous Seven Mile Beach, falls within Westmoreland. The northernmost resorts on the beach are in Hanover. Both parishes belong to the county of Cornwall, with Savanna-la-Mar serving as the capital of Westmoreland.
Rated as one of the top ten beaches in the world by numerous travel magazines, Negril boasts a blend of large, all-inclusive resorts on the north end of the beach and smaller, family-run hotels to the south. This diversity ensures a wide range of accommodations, services, and prices to suit every traveler's needs.
The area south of downtown Negril, known as West End Road or the cliff area, is lined with resorts offering greater privacy. These cliffs provide excellent snorkeling and diving opportunities, with jumping points that can reach over 40 feet in height. A must-visit spot is Rick's Café, famous for its thrilling cliff divers and listed as one of the "1,000 Places to See Before You Die."
Negril seamlessly combines natural beauty with a vibrant resort lifestyle, making it an ideal destination for relaxation, adventure, and exploration.