Scores at a Glance
Couples Swept AwayExcellence Oyster Bay
Overall
8.7
8.9
Beach
9.4
9.1
Food
8.4
8.6
Service
8.5
8.5
Rooms
8.0
9.1
Luxury
8.0
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Value
8.2
8.4
Romance
9.0
9.3
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Couples Swept Away | Measure | Excellence Oyster Bay |
|---|---|---|
| 8.7 | Overall Score | 8.9 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.5 (1,613) | Google Rating | 4.9 (16,949) (better) |
| From $189 (better) | Price / Night (pp) | From $259 |
| Yes | Adults Only | Yes |
| – | Kids' Club | – |
| Oceanfront | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 75 min | Airport Transfer | 39 min (better) |
All Scores
| Couples Swept Away | Measure | Excellence Oyster Bay |
|---|---|---|
| 9.4 (better) | Beach | 9.1 |
| 8.4 | Food | 8.6 (better) |
| 8.5 | Service | 8.5 |
| 8.0 | Rooms | 9.1 (better) |
| 8.0 | Pools | 8.9 (better) |
| 8.0 | Luxury | – |
| 8.2 | Value | 8.4 (better) |
| 9.0 | Romance | 9.3 (better) |
| 7.6 | Nightlife | – |
| 7.8 | Quiet | 8.7 (better) |
| 9.0 | Adventure | – |
| 8.8 | Wellness | – |
| – | Remote work | 8.0 |
Vibes
| Couples Swept Away | Measure | Excellence Oyster Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Quiet | Yes |
Activities
| Couples Swept Away | Measure | Excellence Oyster Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Diving | – |
Couples Swept Away
- Couples-only beachfront sanctuary
- Ten-acre sports complex
- Veggie bar and organic garden
- Seven-Mile Beach location
Excellence Oyster Bay
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 4 pools
- 10 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Butler service
- 39 min from MBJ
Pros · Couples Swept Away
- 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.
Pros · Excellence Oyster Bay
- Beautiful private peninsula setting.
- Strong adults-only romance profile.
- Beach House and villa categories are a major differentiator.
- Multiple restaurants and club-level areas.
- Good fit for honeymooners and couples seeking a polished all-inclusive.
Cons · Couples Swept Away
- 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.
Cons · Excellence Oyster Bay
- Service can feel slow or inconsistent in some guest reports.
- Not walkable to town or local restaurants.
- Entertainment is more relaxed than high-energy.
- Premium room categories can be expensive.
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