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Azul Beach Resort Negril by KarismavsS Hotel Montego Bay
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Scores at a Glance
Azul Beach Resort Negril by KarismaS Hotel Montego Bay
Overall
7.4
8.8
Beach
9.2
8.8
Food
6.9
8.4
Service
7.4
8.8
Rooms
6.6
8.6
Value
7.0
8.2
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Azul Beach Resort Negril by Karisma | Measure | S Hotel Montego Bay |
|---|---|---|
| 7.4 | Overall Score | 8.8 (better) |
| 4-star | Star Rating | 4-star |
| 4.6 (8,198) | Google Rating | 4.6 (1,308) |
| (better)From $127 | Price / Night (pp) | From $209 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | – |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 90 min | Airport Transfer | 10 min (better) |
All Scores
| Azul Beach Resort Negril by Karisma | Measure | S Hotel Montego Bay |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.2 | Beach | 8.8 |
| 6.9 | Food | 8.4 (better) |
| 7.4 | Service | 8.8 (better) |
| 6.6 | Rooms | 8.6 (better) |
| 7.5 | Pools | 8.5 (better) |
| 7.0 | Value | 8.2 (better) |
| 7.8 | Family | – |
| – | Nightlife | 8.4 |
| – | Remote work | 8.2 |
Of the 9 measures we call, Azul Beach Resort Negril by Karisma leads on 2 and S Hotel Montego Bay leads on 7.
Vibes
| Azul Beach Resort Negril by Karisma | Measure | S Hotel Montego Bay |
|---|---|---|
| – | Lively | Yes |
Activities
| Azul Beach Resort Negril by Karisma | Measure | S Hotel Montego Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
| – | Nightlife | Yes |
Azul Beach Resort Negril by Karisma
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 90 min from MBJ
S Hotel Montego Bay
- 2 pools
- 4 places to eat
- Full-service spa
- 10 min from MBJ
Pros · Azul Beach Resort Negril by Karisma
- Excellent Seven Mile Beach setting.
- Broad included-feature list for families.
- Room service, minibar, Wi-Fi, gratuities and non-motorized watersports are included.
Pros · S Hotel Montego Bay
- Direct access to Doctor’s Cave Beach.
- Boutique scale with strong design appeal.
- Close to Montego Bay airport.
- Strong service sentiment across guest sources.
- Walkable Hip Strip location.
Cons · Azul Beach Resort Negril by Karisma
- Recurring complaints about room condition and maintenance.
- Food consistency and restaurant availability can disappoint.
- Some reports of concierge or sales pressure.
Cons · S Hotel Montego Bay
- Fewer restaurants and resort activities than larger all-inclusives.
- Urban location may feel less secluded.
- Some Reddit discussion questions beach drink service and dining depth.
- Beach can feel busier because Doctor’s Cave is a popular public-area beach.
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