Unique adults-only boutique resort built into cliffs in Negril. Ten thatched cottages overlook caves and ocean below. Private cave dining experiences and cliff-top hot tub. Ultra-romantic and secluded.
The Caves is a boutique adults-only resort built into the limestone cliffs above sea caves at the southern tip of Negril's West End in Westmoreland Parish, Jamaica. The property is located on Lighthouse Road — the quietest stretch of the West End Cliffs — and consists of just ten individually designed thatched cottages perched above the open Caribbean Sea. The resort is known for its extreme intimacy, dramatic setting, and access to the natural sea caves below, which can be entered by swimming through the water from cliff-level platforms.
Each of the ten cottages is unique in layout and decoration, incorporating natural stone, local hardwood, and open-air design elements that integrate the structures with the surrounding cliff landscape. Cottages are positioned at varying heights along the cliff face, offering different levels of privacy and ocean exposure. The resort does not operate a conventional hotel structure — there is no lobby, no large shared pool, and no scheduled mass entertainment. Instead, a complimentary bar stocked throughout the day, ocean hammocks suspended above the sea, a cliff-edge hot tub, and private cave dining experiences define the guest experience.
Dining at The Caves includes a signature candlelit meal served within one of the natural sea caves below the property, reached by a rope ladder and lit for the occasion. The kitchen prepares Jamaican-inspired cuisine using local ingredients, and dietary requirements can be accommodated with advance notice. Cliff diving platforms of varying heights extend from the property, and snorkelling from the cave entry points provides access to the reef system beneath the cliffs.
The property is strictly adults-only and accommodates only ten cottage bookings simultaneously, creating conditions of near-complete seclusion. It is frequently cited among the Caribbean's most romantic and architecturally unusual small hotels. The West End Cliffs and sunset are visible from every cottage, and the open-air design means the sound of the sea is a constant presence throughout the stay.
Amenities
- Cliff diving platforms
- Sea caves
- Spa
- Gourmet dining
- Hot tub
- Complimentary bar
- Ocean hammocks
- Adults only
Location
Lighthouse Road, West End, Negril, Jamaica
18.2641, -78.3598 View on map
Highlights
- Private cave dining experience by candlelight in natural sea caves below the cliffs
- Ten individually designed thatched cottages perched on Negril's West End Cliffs above the Caribbean
- Cliff-top hot tub, ocean hammocks, and cliff diving platforms in a seclusion-first setting
- Complimentary bar stocked throughout the day with rum, wine, and cocktails
- Adults-only boutique property with only ten cottages for maximum privacy
Tips for visiting
- Book the cave dining experience as early as possible — it is limited to one sitting per evening and is requested by most guests.
- The property suits guests who value seclusion over organised activity; there is no pool, gym, or scheduled entertainment programme.
- Cliff diving platforms vary in height — start with the lowest entry point to gauge comfort before attempting higher jumps.
- The Caves is a short walk from Rick's Cafe, though the atmosphere of the two venues is entirely different — Rick's Cafe is crowded and lively, The Caves is quiet and private.
- Sunrise from the cliff-edge hammocks is a memorable part of staying here; set an alarm at least once during the visit.
Accessibility
The Caves is built into cliff terrain with steep pathways, rope ladders to cave access, and uneven rock surfaces between cottages and facilities. The property is not suitable for guests using wheelchairs or those with significant mobility impairments. The cliff-edge setting and cave entry points require a reasonable degree of physical agility.
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Frequently asked questions
Is The Caves all-inclusive?
The Caves includes a complimentary bar in the room rate, meaning unlimited drinks — rum, wine, cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages — are available throughout the day at no extra charge. Meals are prepared on request and charged separately, though meal packages can be arranged at the time of booking.
What makes The Caves different from other Negril resorts?
The Caves offers only ten cottages with no conventional pool, lobby, or scheduled entertainment. The cave dining experience, cliff-top hot tub, ocean hammocks, and intimate scale are unique to this property on the West End. It prioritises atmosphere and seclusion over amenity volume.
How do guests access the property?
The Caves is reached via Lighthouse Road on the West End. A reception area at road level handles arrivals, and guests descend to their cottages along pathways cut into the cliff face. The steep terrain means the property is not suitable for guests with significant mobility impairments.
How far is The Caves from Negril town?
The resort is at the southern end of Negril's West End, approximately six to seven kilometres from Negril town and the northern end of Seven Mile Beach. A taxi ride takes around 15 minutes.