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Negril, Parish of Westmoreland, Jamaica

How much does it cost to travel to Negril?

You should plan to spend around $139 (J$21,563) per day on your vacation in Negril. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.

Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:

  • $23 (J$3,509) on meals
  • $8.66 (J$1,347) on local transportation
  • $210 (J$32,680) on hotels

A one week trip to Negril for two people costs, on average, $1,942 (J$301,887). This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.

  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    $139
    J$21,563
  • One Week Per person
    $971
    J$150,944
  • 2 Weeks Per person
    $1,942
    J$301,887
  • One Month Per person
    $4,161
    J$646,901
  • One Week For a couple
    $1,942
    J$301,887
  • 2 Weeks For a couple
    $3,883
    J$603,774
  • One Month For a couple
    $8,322
    J$1,293,802
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How much does a one week, two week, or one month trip to Negril cost?

A one week trip to Negril usually costs around $971 (J$150,944) for one person and $1,942 (J$301,887) for two people. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

A two week trip to Negril on average costs around $1,942 (J$301,887) for one person and $3,883 (J$603,774) for two people. This cost includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

Please note, prices can vary based on your travel style, speed, and other variables. If you're traveling as a family of three or four people, the price per person often goes down because kid's tickets are cheaper and hotel rooms can be shared. If you travel slower over a longer period of time then your daily budget will also go down. Two people traveling together for one month in Negril will often have a lower daily budget per person than one person traveling alone for one week.

A one month trip to Negril on average costs around $4,161 (J$646,901) for one person and $8,322 (J$1,293,802) for two people. The more places you visit, the higher the daily price will become due to increased transportation costs.




Independent Travel

Traveling Independently to Negril has many benefits including affordabilty, freedom, flexibility, and the opportunity to control your own experiences.

All of the travel costs below are based on the experiences of other independent travelers.

Is Negril expensive to visit?

Prices in Negril are reasonable and comparable to your average travel destination. Hotels, food, and sightseeing are generally within normal price ranges.

Within the Caribbean Islands, which is known to be an expensive region, Negril is a moderately priced destination compared to other places. The overall cost of travel here is fair for the region and comparable to Kingston or Terre-de-Haut.

For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Negril Expensive?

How much money do I need for a trip to Negril?

The average Negril trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Negril travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers.


Category Cost
Accommodation 1 (Double Occupancy) J$32,680 ($210)
Local Transportation 1 J$1,347 ($9)
Food 2 J$3,509 ($23)
Entertainment 1 J$4,161 ($27)
Alcohol 2 J$782 - 2,347 ($5 - 15)
Accommodation Budget in Negril
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

The average price paid for one person for accommodation in Negril is $105 (J$16,340). For two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room, the average price paid for a hotel room in Negril is $210 (J$32,680). This cost is from the reported spending of actual travelers.


  • Accommodation1 Hotel or hostel for one person
    $105
    J$16,340
  • Accommodation1 Typical double-occupancy room
    $210
    J$32,680

Hotel Prices in Negril

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Actual Hotel Prices
The average hotel room price in Negril based on data provided by Kayak for actual hotel rooms is $167. (Prices in U.S. Dollars, before taxes & fees.)

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Transportation Budget in Negril
Average Daily Costs

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  • The cost of a taxi ride in Negril is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $8.66 (J$1,347) per person, per day, on local transportation in Negril.


  • Transportation1 Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    $8.66
    J$1,347

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Flights to Negril
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Rental Cars in Negril
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What did other people spend on Transportation in Negril?

Typical prices for Transportation in Negril are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Negril, but your costs will vary based on your travel style and the place where the purchase was made.


  • Taxi From Airport
    J$2,115


Food Budget in Negril
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • While meal prices in Negril can vary, the average cost of food in Negril is $23 (J$3,509) per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Negril should cost around $9.03 (J$1,404) per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Negril is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.


  • Food2 Meals for one day
    $23
    J$3,509

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Entertainment Budget in Negril
Average Daily Costs

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  • Entertainment and activities in Negril typically cost an average of $27 (J$4,161) per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.


  • Entertainment1 Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    $27
    J$4,161

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What did other people spend on Entertainment in Negril?

Typical prices for Entertainment in Negril are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Negril, but your costs will vary based on your travel style and the place where the purchase was made.


  • 2 Hr Horseback Ride
    J$6,769


Alcohol Budget in Negril
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • The average person spends about $10 (J$1,565) on alcoholic beverages in Negril per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.


  • Alcohol2 Drinks for one day
    $10
    J$1,565


Negril On a Budget
Negril Negril, Jamaica
Negril is a town in western Jamaica known for its miles of white sand beaches and cliffs. It is certainly one of the more laid back towns on the island yet still attracts a lot of tourists. The hotels are as close to the water as you can get, and the sand gets whiter and whiter the further away from populated areas you get. The water is unbelievably clear and warm in Negril!
Sights
Be entertained by the professional cliff jumpers at Rick's Cafe. The pros put on regular shows as they plummet themselves off platforms on the edge of these cliffs into the Caribbean Sea below. Unfortunately, the original building was destroyed during Hurricane Ivan and has since been rebuilt. If you have experience with cliff diving, you can even give it a go!

Jamaicans love their rum, and you will definitely want to visit the Appleton Rum Estate. You can tour the factory and witness how the rum is made. Of course, you can have a taste test at the end of the tour, which is usually the best part.

The Martha Brae River is a lovely place for a walk or relaxing raft ride near Negril. You will be surrounded by exquisite landscapes and wildlife. This experience is very serene and perfect for a sightseeing adventure with your family, partner, or even on your own.
Neighborhoods
The two main areas in Negril are Seven Mile Beach and West End. Seven Mile Beach is a strip of white sand beaches with beautiful resorts, restaurants, and views. This area is more for an adult crowd, as you will find several nude and topless areas of the beach.

The West End is a great place to immerse yourself in Jamaican culture; you will find many little communities and locals around this area. There are gorgeous cliff faces in this area that are worth checking out. The West End is going to be quieter and laid back compared to Seven Mile Beach, however, you can still find many great restaurants and shops in this area.

Activities
Snorkeling is a great activity in Negril! There are glass bottom boats that can take you out to snorkeling spots where you can see various tropical fish, coral, and maybe some other creatures that happen to be passing by.

Go explore the Mayfield Falls! There are two main waterfalls, several natural pools and many types of plants and wildlife all around. The falls are about an hour outside of Negril.
Food and Dining
Negril is known for sugar cane, coconut jelly, and of course, jerk chicken. It is easy to find these things while staying in Negril, so make sure you try them! For local Jamaican food have a meal at Guinep Corner. They offer fish, chicken, curry, and the traditional Ackee & Saltfish Jamaican dish. Guinep Corner is truly a Jamaican experience. LTU Restaurant is near Ricks Cafe where you can be entertained by the brave cliff jumpers while you eat. There are vegetarian and fresh fish options.

You will see a lot of people drinking coconut water; literally just cutting open a coconut straight from the tree and drinking it. It is a healthy drink and definitely worth trying while in Negril, especially after a long night out!

Transportation
If you want to visit Negril, it is best to fly into Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay. From there it is about an hour shuttle ride into town. There are several companies that offer shuttle services like, Amstardmc, Travel Around Jamaica Tours, PPJTours, and Jamaica Airport Transfers.

Once you are in Negril, the most affordable way to get around is by route taxi. The red plated taxis are official taxis and you can usually bargain with the drivers but make sure you establish a price before entering the taxi. It should be around 100 Jamaican Dollars to get you from the beach into the town of Negril. Prices go up at night. Taxis without a red plate are non-official. These taxis are much more expensive and will try to tell you that route taxis are not safe, which is their way of getting your money. The route taxis with red plates are official and are generally safe.

If you want to walk, it is great to walk from one end of the beach into the town and only takes about an hour. You will run into a few markets with some fresh coconut water and sugar cane for sale.


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1 Categories averaged on a per-item basis.
2 Categories averaged on a per-day basis.
For example, the Food2 daily average is for all meals for an entire day, while Entertainment1 is for each individual purchase. Thus, the overall daily average cost is not a summation of the individual categories.