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Princess Senses The Mangrove

Green Island, Jamaica

4.4(267 reviews)

Adults Only

Princess Senses The Mangrove is the adults-only (18+) half of the Princess campus at Green Island, Hanover, on Jamaica's northwest coast between Negril and Montego Bay. It opened in November 2024, closed after Hurricane Melissa struck in October 2025, and reopened on February 1, 2026. The headline is the 14 overwater villas with private infinity pools, rare in Jamaica, alongside 401 ocean-view suites, many with swim-out access to semi-private pools. The vibe is polished and social rather than hushed, built for couples who want romance with plenty going on around them.

Traveler Insights

Pros

+Opened November 2024 and back open since February 1, 2026 after Hurricane Melissa repairs, so it is still one of the newest adults-only (18+) builds in Jamaica
+14 overwater villas with private infinity pools sit alongside 401 ocean-view suites, and the swim-out junior suites open straight onto semi-private pools
+Real dining range for one resort: KA Teppanyaki, Umami sushi, Fusion 360 (Asian), Robert's Flame steakhouse, Il Palazzo (Italian), El Delirio (Mexican), Jamrock (Jamaican-Caribbean) and The Pearl seafood, plus buffets, The Reef beach buffet and food trucks
+Guests here can also use the facilities, restaurants and bars at Princess Grand Jamaica next door, while Grand guests cannot come the other way, which keeps the adults-only side calmer
+Snorkeling, kayaking and beach volleyball are on the resort's included activity list, and the beach sits right at the hotel rather than across a road
+Eleven swimming pools across the property, plus yoga, aquacize and reggae dance classes on the daily program
+Late-night options without leaving: Blue Note piano bar, The Flavour Lounge wine bar, ILLUSION Night Club & Terrace and the 24-hour Blue Mountain coffee shop
+Tips are included in the all-inclusive package, and booking 3+ nights direct on the Princess site includes a shared round-trip shuttle from Montego Bay airport

Cons

−The spa is a paid extra: treatments and the hydrotherapy area are charged, with Platinum suites getting one hydrotherapy visit per person per week and 15% off
−Platinum-tier guests in 2026 have reported that the premium level under-delivers, with long waits, benefits that did not match what was sold, and butler service that faded after check-in
−Check-in has been cited as surprisingly lengthy for a luxury property, with some guests waiting much longer than expected
−It is a big campus shared with a family resort, so service quality can vary between restaurants, bars and shifts
−Green Island in Hanover is well west of Montego Bay, so the transfer from Sangster International is long and you are far from Montego Bay's restaurants and nightlife
−The aquatic park with slides in the brand's marketing belongs to Princess Grand Jamaica next door, not to this adults-only side
−Dinner has a dress code: men need closed-toe shoes and sleeved, collared shirts at the a la carte restaurants

Dining is the practical strength. The resort's own restaurant page lists 10 themed restaurants, 3 buffets and a food truck area: KA Teppanyaki (reservations needed), Umami sushi, Fusion 360, Robert's Flame steakhouse, Il Palazzo, El Delirio, Jamrock and The Pearl, plus The Reef beach buffet, with the Platinum Beach Club restaurant reserved for Platinum guests. Note that the brand's overview page gives different totals, so go by the venue list. Bars run from the Blue Note piano bar and The Flavour Lounge wine bar to ILLUSION Night Club and a 24-hour coffee shop, and guests can also use everything at Princess Grand Jamaica next door. There are 11 pools, the beach is on site, and snorkeling and kayaking are included, though the spa is a paid extra. The recurring complaint in 2026 is the Platinum tier, which some guests say did not deliver its promised butler service and priority treatment.

It suits couples, honeymooners and adult friend groups who want overwater or swim-out rooms, real dining variety and an energetic evening scene without central Negril's party strip. It sits in the upper tier of Jamaica's adults-only market alongside the Sandals and Excellence properties around Montego Bay, and the overwater villas are its clearest edge over them. Negril's Seven Mile Beach and the cliffs at Rick's Cafe are the easiest outings, with Montego Bay a longer drive east.

Common Questions

Is Princess Senses The Mangrove adults-only?

Yes. Princess lists it as adults only with a minimum age of 18. Families are pointed to Princess Grand Jamaica, the family resort next door. Senses guests can use the Grand's facilities, but Grand guests cannot use the Senses side.

Is the Platinum upgrade worth it?

On paper it includes private check-in, butler service from 8 am to 8 pm, a private pool with its own bar, a beach club with food and drink service, premium drinks and in-resort transport. Several 2026 guests said those perks were delivered inconsistently, with long waits and butlers hard to find after check-in. If you book it, get the inclusions in writing and confirm them at check-in.

Is snorkeling included, and is the beach right at the resort?

Yes. The resort lists snorkeling, kayaking and beach volleyball among its included adult activities, and the beach sits directly at the hotel. Boat snorkel and dive trips to reefs farther out are separate paid excursions.

Which airport do I fly into and how long is the transfer?

Fly into Sangster International in Montego Bay, the main airport for the area. Green Island is well west of the city, so plan on a longer transfer than the Montego Bay hotel strip. Booking 3 nights or more directly on the Princess website includes a shared round-trip shuttle from the airport; otherwise transfers cost extra or you can take a taxi.

How many restaurants are there and do you need reservations?

Princess gives different totals on different pages, so go by the venue list: eight a la carte restaurants (KA Teppanyaki, Umami, Fusion 360, Robert's Flame, Il Palazzo, El Delirio, Jamrock and The Pearl), buffets including The Reef on the beach, food trucks, and a Platinum-only beach club restaurant. As of October 2026 only KA Teppanyaki lists reservations as necessary. You can also eat at Princess Grand Jamaica next door.

Is it a good choice for a honeymoon?

It is one of the stronger honeymoon picks in western Jamaica, mainly for the overwater villas with private infinity pools and the swim-out and Pleasure suites. The atmosphere is lively rather than secluded, with a nightclub and nightly entertainment. Be cautious about paying extra for Platinum given the 2026 complaints.

Restaurants (13)

Type	Restaurants
Buffet	Food Market The Mangrove, Food Market Jamaica, The Reef
Mexican	El Delirio
Italian	Il Palazzo
Japanese & sushi	Umami
Teppanyaki / hibachi	KA Teppanyaki
Asian	Fusion 360
Steakhouse	Robert's Flame
Seafood	The Pearl
Caribbean & local	Jamrock
International & fusion	Platinum Restaurant, Platinum Beach Club Restaurant

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
30 min drive · 14 mi
Rick's Café cliffs
40 min drive · 19 mi
Negril Lighthouse
40 min drive · 20 mi

More things to do (23)

Bloody Bay Beach · beach25 min drive · 11 mi
Doctor's Cave Beach · beach60 min drive · 33 mi
Mayfield Falls · nature50 min drive · 23 mi
Catamaran sail and snorkel cruise from Negril · excursion30 min drive · 14 mi
Booby Cay boat trip · excursion30 min drive · 14 mi
Hip Strip (Gloucester Avenue) · town60 min drive · 32 mi
Dolphin Cove (Lucea) · adventure park30 min drive · 14 mi
Negril West End · town35 min drive · 16 mi
Half Moon Beach · beach12 min drive · 4.5 mi
Hanover Museum · museum20 min drive · 8.8 mi
Fort Charlotte (Lucea) · historic site20 min drive · 9.1 mi
Lucea · town20 min drive · 9.3 mi
Negril Hills Golf Club · golf40 min drive · 16 mi
Blue Hole Mineral Spring · nature45 min drive · 21 mi
Savanna-la-Mar · town55 min drive · 20 mi
Rocklands Bird Sanctuary · wildlife60 min drive · 31 mi
Harmony Beach Park · beach60 min drive · 32 mi
Montego Bay Cultural Centre · museum60 min drive · 32 mi
Sam Sharpe Square · historic site60 min drive · 32 mi
Walter Fletcher Beach · beach60 min drive · 32 mi
Montego Bay Yacht Club · marina60 min drive · 32 mi
Catamaran snorkel cruise from Montego Bay · excursion60 min drive · 33 mi
Bellefield Great House · historic site60 min drive · 32 mi

Amenities

Yoga Classes

Nightclub

Swim-Up Bar

Snorkeling

Room Service

Free Wi-Fi

Nightly Entertainment

Buffet Dining

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Style & Rooms

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Google Reviews★ 4.4 · 267 reviews

Jessica J.

2 months ago

“There are no words to describe how great this resort is. I’m a Destination Wedding Planner and Travel Agent. Myself and clients got stuck here during the hurricane. The resort did an AMAZING job taking care of us. The hotel management was hands on, a...”

Adina M.

3 months ago

“WOW!!!! What can l say except WOW!! The hotel is beautiful even magical.The employees are Excellent.The food/beverage was delicious.They even have a 24hour coffee shop that has ice cream and sandwiches. Our suite was refilled daily with beverage an...”

Monique W.

3 months ago

“This resort was nothing short of amazing! I have been to several resorts, and this one topped them all in terms of service, convenience, the rooms, the views, customer service - it was overall the best resort experience I have ever had, and I will de...”