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Couples Swept Away

Negril, Jamaica

4.5(1,548 reviews)

Adults OnlyCouples Resorts

Couples Swept Away is the Caribbean all-inclusive for couples who want to move. Set on 19 acres of Negril's Seven Mile Beach, it pairs one of the region's best-known beaches with a 10-acre sports and fitness complex that Couples bills as the largest in Jamaica: clay and hard tennis courts with daily USPTR instruction, four pickleball courts, squash and racquetball, a 25-metre lap pool, a full gym, steam rooms, saunas and a jogging track. The resort has 312 suites, 3 swimming pools and 5 jacuzzis, and the Oasis Spa for the days your legs need a rest.

Traveler Insights

Pros

+The 10-acre sports and fitness complex, which Couples bills as the largest in Jamaica, packs in clay and hard tennis courts, four pickleball courts, two squash and two racquetball courts, a 25-metre lap pool, a jogging track, steam rooms, saunas and a basketball court
+Lessons and training are included: daily USPTR tennis instruction, group clinics, yoga, aerobics, Aquacise and kickboxing classes, with no add-on fees for coaching
+Golf and scuba diving are in the rate, with unlimited golf at the Robert Simmons-designed, par-72 Negril Hills Golf Course and dives for certified divers, plus free excursions and round-trip Montego Bay transfers
+Seven restaurants and eight bars give real variety: Feathers for formal continental-Caribbean, Lemon Grass for Asian dinners by the pool, Patois Patio's wood-fired pizza, Scotch Bonnet's jerk and patties, The Palms, Seagrape Cafe and Java Café with Blue Mountain coffee
+19 acres fronting Negril's Seven Mile Beach, one of the Caribbean's most celebrated stretches of calm turquoise water, with sea kayaking, snorkelling, sailing, windsurfing and water skiing off the sand
+Strictly couples-only, so the atmosphere is romantic and free of family energy, but with enough going on that active pairs never run out of things to do
+Came through Hurricane Melissa in October 2025 with only fallen trees, minor roof damage and debris, and reopened December 1, 2025, while Couples and its Issa Trust Foundation raised over $300,000 for staff and community relief by November 2025

Cons

−Negril is roughly 90 minutes to 2 hours by road from Montego Bay airport, a longer transfer than the Montego Bay-area resorts, though Couples includes it
−The sports identity is baked into the price; couples who never set foot in the complex are paying for infrastructure they won't use
−Rooms are comfortable rather than lavish, and guests who prioritise suite quality often say Sandals Negril's top categories feel more luxurious at similar money
−Specialty dinners need reservations and run on rotating closures (Lemon Grass is dark Tuesdays and Fridays, Feathers Sundays and Wednesdays), so peak weeks can mean juggling slots
−Feathers enforces an elegant-casual dress code (collared shirts, slacks, closed-toe shoes for men), so pack at least one smart outfit
−Negril's off-resort nightlife is laid back compared with Montego Bay; the late scene lives at the resort's own Aura Lounge and Aura Nightclub

The all-inclusive is unusually broad. Golf at Negril Hills, scuba for certified divers, free excursions and round-trip Montego Bay transfers are all in the rate, alongside seven restaurants and eight bars ranging from Feathers' formal continental-Caribbean menu and Lemon Grass's Asian dinners to Scotch Bonnet's jerk chicken and a late-night snack window that runs past midnight. Evenings are livelier than the sporty reputation suggests, with themed parties at The Palms pool deck, live shows, a piano sing-along at Aura Lounge and dancing at Aura Nightclub. The resort came through Hurricane Melissa in October 2025 with only minor damage and reopened on December 1, 2025.

Swept Away is the clear pick for tennis and pickleball players, fitness-minded couples and certified divers who want all of it included without wristband tiers. Couples who care more about suite luxury and quiet romance than courts and classes may find Sandals Negril, also on Seven Mile Beach, the better fit, or look at sister property Couples Negril, which shares the golf access. Off property, the resort runs afternoon catamaran sails to Jamaica's West End and trips to Margaritaville on its party bus.

Common Questions

Is Couples Swept Away good if I'm not into sports?

It still delivers a beautiful Seven Mile Beach stay, seven restaurants and the Couples all-inclusive with golf, scuba and excursions included. But the price reflects the sports complex, and couples who won't use it are paying for it. If suite quality and romantic pampering are the priority, compare Sandals Negril or Couples Negril first.

What is the tennis and pickleball setup?

The resort's activities page lists clay and hard-surface tennis courts, four pickleball courts, two squash courts and two racquetball courts inside the 10-acre complex, though its own pages give the tennis court total as both nine and ten. Daily private USPTR instruction and group clinics are included, and all lessons and training sessions come with the rate.

How does Couples Swept Away compare to Sandals Negril?

Both are couples-focused all-inclusives on Seven Mile Beach. Sandals Negril leans into suite luxury and butler categories; Swept Away leans into its sports complex and a flat, transparent inclusion list that already covers golf, scuba and excursions. Luxury-focused honeymooners tend to prefer Sandals, active couples Swept Away.

Is scuba diving really included?

Yes. Couples advertises free scuba diving for certified divers as part of the stay, alongside free golf and excursions. Snorkelling, sea kayaking, sailing, windsurfing and water skiing are also offered from the beach, and dive schedules depend on the weather.

How long is the transfer from Montego Bay airport?

Plan on roughly 90 minutes to 2 hours by road from Sangster International (MBJ), depending on traffic. Round-trip transfers are included in every Couples booking, but on departure day an early flight means an early start.

Was Couples Swept Away damaged by Hurricane Melissa?

Only lightly. Couples reported a few lost trees, minor roof damage and debris at its two Negril resorts after the October 2025 storm, and all four Couples properties reopened on December 1, 2025. The company and its Issa Trust Foundation set up a disaster relief fund that had raised over $300,000, including $100,000 from Couples, by November 2025 to help staff who lost homes.

Restaurants (6)

Type	Restaurants
Asian	Lemon Grass
Mediterranean & Spanish	Patois Patio
Caribbean & local	Scotch Bonnet
International & fusion	The Palms, Seagrape Cafe, Feathers

From the resort's own dining pages. Only restaurants the resort lists are shown. All are covered by the all-inclusive rate, per the resort.

What's nearby

Seven Mile Beach
8 min walk · 0.4 mi
Rick's Café cliffs
12 min drive · 5.4 mi
Negril Lighthouse
13 min drive · 6.0 mi
Savanna-la-Mar
45 min drive · 19 mi

More things to do (13)

Bloody Bay Beach · beach7 min drive · 2.4 mi
Catamaran sail and snorkel cruise from Negril · excursion8 min walk · 0.4 mi
Booby Cay boat trip · excursion8 min walk · 0.4 mi
Dolphin Cove (Lucea) · adventure park50 min drive · 27 mi
Negril West End · town7 min drive · 2.7 mi
Negril Hills Golf Club · golf20 min drive · 5.4 mi
Half Moon Beach · beach25 min drive · 9.6 mi
Blue Hole Mineral Spring · nature25 min drive · 11 mi
Hanover Museum · museum40 min drive · 22 mi
Fort Charlotte (Lucea) · historic site40 min drive · 22 mi
Lucea · town40 min drive · 22 mi
Bluefields Beach · beach60 min drive · 28 mi
Roaring River and Blue Hole · nature60 min drive · 27 mi

Amenities

Fishing

Yoga Classes

Nightclub

Diving

Tennis

Swim-Up Bar

Snorkeling

Nightly Entertainment

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Buffet Dining

Spa

Gym

Beach

Style & Rooms

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Room upgrades

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Google Reviews★ 4.5 · 1,548 reviews

Divna M.

a week ago

“Review: Swept Away, Negril, Jamaica Swept Away in Negril is truly a special place—where natural beauty, heartfelt hospitality, and unforgettable sunsets come together effortlessly. From the moment you arrive, the staff welcomes you with genuine warm...”

a month ago

“Let me start by saying that I walked in with a negative attitude, because we have been let down by so many (supposed) 5 star resorts that had cost a lot more money. Within 15 minutes, I was pleasantly surprised. I will be returning! First, let me say...”

Ieshia D.

4 months ago

“I had an amazing experience at the resort. I got married there last week and everything was great. I especially appreciate the staff specifically the wedding staff (Rochelle and Desmont) who were very professional and accomodating. They made my day g...”