Mackenzie Meyrick (counseler)
i loved this place so much! I have been here twice and they were both unforgettable. Entertainment was so fun to watch and i love the dances. The workers were so nice! they all were so nice to me and my family and always stopped to say hi to us when they saw us around the resort. The swim up bars had nice workers and were always smiling and happy. The drinks were amazing!! The food was amazing too, the workers were so nice and patient. The rooms were so nice and clean. I loved the towel animals that were on our bed every day. The rooms were so clean! The resort it’s self is beautiful. There was so much to do and loved the pools and water slides. The beach is gorgeous. The water was so clear and clean! I can’t wait for my next stay at this resort!
Davey Loot
This place was terrible! Most expensive vacation and possibly worst. The service was awful. Every bar tender looked like they were on their last day of work. They wouldn't make eye contact, zero talking, and when you did order they seemed annoyed to be there. My room had a window leaking rain water. The AC unit would dump water all over the floor every 5 hours or so. The TV had basically no reception. There was never a life guard on duty at the main pool. I only saw him when he came out to kick everyone out due to lightning. The entertainment was the best part, but even then it was kinda trash. Incredibly low budget. The one employee does all the makeup and MAKES all the wardrobes, and you can tell! The main swim up bar closes at 6, which really stunk. Food times were long for food that was sub par. All the locals on the beach annoying endlessly. Even waking my wife up from napping to haggle her. Most of the restaurants close by dinner time. The place is just disgusting...and the employees are miserable. Save your money and literally go ANYWHERE else.
Adam Hirsch
Absolutely amazing stay. The new kids camp is amazing. The staff is so nice and engages with the kids. I truly feel like we are home while we are there. The best additions were the new kids camp and food trucks. The food trucks staff and food were beyond amazing. The jerk shop is the hidden secret with the best fish in foil ever. But the biggest shout-out goes out to the kids camp and how amazing they are so that we can truly enjoy our vacation.
Natalie Olsen
My family was immediately welcomed upon arrival. The staff is friendly and quick to help where you didn't even realize help could be given. The shows were well put together and entertaining. The food was great. We have already booked our next trip!
Nathalie Douglas
**Autism Week at Beaches Negril: A Memorable Family Vacation**
We recently spent 4 days and 3 nights at Beaches Negril for Autism Week, and it was a wonderful experience from start to finish.
**Arrival & Transfer:**
The airport arrival lounge was welcoming, and the kids loved the rocking horses. The private transfer to the resort was quite long, but the driver was friendly and accommodating.
**Resort Welcome & Room:**
Upon arrival, the staff greeted us warmly. The concierge lounge was nice, and the staff were all incredibly friendly. Our room was ready, clean, and well-maintained, with a fantastic view. The AC and TV worked perfectly, which was a relief after our long trip.
**Autism Week Extras:**
The welcome bag for Autism Week was outstanding! The kids adored the items inside, especially the fans, which were a lifesaver for my daughter, who is sun-sensitive. The Autism Inclusion shirts for the whole family were a great touch and made us feel part of something special. Both of my children are autistic, and the inclusive environment made them feel comfortable and engaged throughout our stay.
**Activities & Shows:**
Since we didn’t stay the entire week, we missed some activities, but from Wednesday to Friday, the Sesame Street evening show was a highlight. Although only Cookie Monster, Elmo, and The Count were present, the kids had a blast dancing.
**Dining:**
Breakfast at the buffet was excellent, though lunch and dinner were just okay. However, we absolutely loved Café de Paris, BarBBQ, Jerk Shack, and Stew Fish. Each offered delicious food and variety. Kimonos was also a standout—so much food, and it was all incredible!
**Beach & Water Park:**
The beach was simply amazing! There was plenty of seating with shaded huts, and the kids loved playing with the baby crabs on the shore. My son couldn’t get enough of the waves. Special shoutout to Morgan, the beach lifeguard, who went above and beyond for our family. He even helped us get giant crab with rice and peas—so delicious!
The water park was another highlight, providing endless fun for the kids.
**Downsides:**
Unfortunately, we had a 20-minute photo session scheduled, but the photographer kept changing our times, which became frustrating. With children on the spectrum, this back-and-forth wasn’t manageable, and we ended up canceling the session.
Additionally, the Sesame Street Breakfast Party on Friday morning was very short and felt rushed compared to our experience in Turks and Caicos. The most difficult part was that the characters were standing outside before coming in one by one, which the kids could see. It caused a lot of stress as we had to repeatedly explain why the characters were outside and not coming in sooner.
Another disappointment was the eco-reef tour with the Autism Inclusion group, which was canceled the morning of, leaving the kids quite upset. Thankfully, the evening parade and music helped brighten the mood.
**Overall Experience:**
Yes, Beaches is expensive, but for a family-friendly resort, especially one that is so inclusive for children on the autism spectrum, it is truly worth it. My kids had the best vacation ever, and we always felt welcomed and safe. We can’t wait to attend Autism Week again in 2025, hopefully at the Beaches in Turks and Caicos!