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The Caves vs Hotel Riu Montego Bay

Both hotels are highly recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, The Caves is preferred by most professionals compared to Hotel Riu Montego Bay. The Caves has a TripExpert Score of 91 with accolades from 12 publications such as Oyster, Condé Nast Traveler and Concierge.

The Caves
The Caves
8 / 10
Light House Road, Negril, Jamaica
From $655 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Concierge Concierge
"This 12-room resort challenges the notion of the tour package/cookie-cutter all-inclusive, not only for its small size but also for its abundance of character."
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Seaside oasis with just 12 thatched roof cottages and one villa, all spread over 10 acres of limestone cliff." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"Arguably Jamaica's most romantic escape (for adults only), the Caves' 12 unique, private cottages and suites are tucked along lush garden paths and dramatic seaside cliffs." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Located atop Negril’s limestone cliffs, the Caves is an all-inclusive, adults-only resort surrounded by 10 acres of tropical gardens." Full review
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Gorgeous, romantic small hotel set behind Fort Knox-inspired gates."
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Hotel Riu Montego Bay
Hotel Riu Montego Bay
8 / 10
| Mahoe Bay, Ironshore, Montego Bay, Jamaica
From $0 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Frommer's Frommer's
"A member of the Riu chain, this vast compound opens onto a beachfront and is set on landscaped grounds studded with palm trees." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Within minutes of Montego Bay's international airport, this sprawling property sits with pride in its traditional Spanish Victorian architecture." Full review
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Choose the Riu over any other older property in town thanks to lively recreational areas and a pretty, but small, beach.
Fodor's Fodor's
"This adult-only resort with well-appointed rooms is trendy and sophisticated." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The Riu is enormous, as is the list of amenities: three restaurants, windsurfing, sailing, snorkeling, diving, catamarans, nightclub, golf course, horseback riding etc." Full review