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Bahia Principe Escape Runaway Bay

Five-Star·★ 4.8·Adults Only

Couples Swept Away

Negril, Jamaica

Five-Star·★ 4.5·Adults Only

Scores at a Glance

Bahia Principe Escape Runaway BayCouples Swept Away

Overall

8.3

8.7

Beach

8.6

9.4

Food

8.1

8.4

Service

8.2

8.5

Rooms

8.3

8.0

Luxury

8.2

8.0

Value

8.2

Romance

8.6

9.0

8.3

8.7

Overall

8.6

9.4

Beach

8.1

8.4

Food

8.2

8.5

Service

8.3

8.0

Rooms

8.2

8.0

Luxury

—

8.2

Value

8.6

9.0

Romance

Scores out of 10 · higher is better

Quick Stats

Bahia Principe Escape Runaway Bay	Measure	Couples Swept Away
8.3	Overall Score	8.7 (better)
5-star	Star Rating	5-star
(better)4.8 (32,254)	Google Rating	4.5 (1,636)
(better)From $169	Price / Night (pp)	From $218
Yes	Adults Only	Yes
Not applicable	Kids' Club	Not applicable
Near coast	Beachfront	Oceanfront
Mid-size	Resort Size	Mid-size
75 min	Airport Transfer	75 min

Bahia Principe Escape Runaway Bay

Kids' club & childcare: Not applicable: adults only
Room service: Included. Hyatt amenities list room service.
Dining reservations: Reservations required: Takara, Picasso, Rodizio. Other reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking. Takara: Unlimited specialty dinners, subject to availability and advance reservation. Semi-formal attire required; current sheet is valid until November 1, 2026. Picasso: Unlimited specialty dinners, subject to availability and advance reservation. Semi-formal attire required; current sheet is valid until November 1, 2026. Rodizio: Unlimited specialty dinners, subject to availability and advance reservation. Semi-formal attire required; current sheet is valid until November 1, 2026. Hyatt page shows nine dining/drink images and a buffet example; Expedia verifies five on-site restaurants plus four poolside bars and a swim-up bar.
Single accommodation capacity: Capacity unverified; confirm the exact category before booking.

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Couples Swept Away

Kids' club & childcare: Not applicable: adults only
Room service: Available with limits. In-room breakfast 06:30–10:00; 24-hour gourmet dining refers to resort dining.
Dining reservations: Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking. Trading Places exchange days with sister resort Couples Negril (sign up 24 hrs ahead)
Single accommodation capacity: Capacity unverified; confirm the exact category before booking.

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Bahia Principe Escape Runaway Bay

Highlights

Adults-only all-inclusive
3 pools
5 places to eat
Full-service spa
75 min from MBJ

Why choose it

Adults-only resort with 24-hour all-inclusive structure.
Three connected beachfront pools and swim-up bar.
Broad activity set, including water sports and nearby golf access.

Keep in mind

Not a small or intimate resort.
Some experiences and premium items cost extra.
Restaurant access can vary by season and occupancy.

Couples Swept Away

Highlights

Couples-only beachfront sanctuary
Ten-acre sports complex
Veggie bar and organic garden
Seven-Mile Beach location

Why choose it

Excellent Seven Mile Beach location with strong swimmability.
Adults-only, couples-focused atmosphere.
Strong included activity program, especially tennis, fitness, water sports, and wellness.
Good fit for repeat Jamaica travelers who value beach time over resort spectacle.

Keep in mind

Room style is not consistently described as ultra-modern.
Service and food receive mostly positive but not flawless guest sentiment.
Some guests mention noise or atmosphere variation depending on room location and season.
Not designed for families.

All Scores

Bahia Principe Escape Runaway Bay	Measure	Couples Swept Away
8.6	Beach	9.4 (better)
8.1	Food	8.4 (better)
8.2	Service	8.5 (better)
(better)8.3	Rooms	8.0
(better)8.6	Pools	8.0
(better)8.2	Luxury	8.0
–	Value	8.2
8.6	Romance	9.0 (better)
7.4	Nightlife	7.6 (better)
(better)8.4	Quiet	7.8
–	Adventure	9.0
8.2	Wellness	8.8 (better)