My fiancee and I are hard-working New Yorkers who simply needed a few days away for little money. This was the perfect spot. Negril was not a far drive and we had pre-arranged a car to pick us up. We arrived without luggage as Air Jamaica had forgot to load our entire flight's bags. The people at White Sands were so nice. Luckily it was jamaica and all we needed were a toothbrush and a bathing suit - both easy to find. Once the bags arrived EVERYONE at white sands knew to alert us. I felt like they truly cared.

The room was moderate but it had a little porch, clean bedding and A/C. The only funny part was that there were 2 twin beds pushed together. Often we felt we were sleeping far away - not exactly romantic.

The bar is great. The beach phenomenal. We met so many great travel friends. If you need more glamour you can get in a cab and head to a bigger resort or a special dinner at rockhouse. I would go back for another cheap 5 day vacation and certainly stay there again. We ate breakfast at CocoLaPalm for a change of morning scenery and strong coffee. It was a short walk down the beach.

Drinks were strong. Sunsets amazing.

We had a fantastic ten days at the White Sands Hotel. This is our second trip to White Sands and we will return again. As the staff members put it we are not just friends but family. Thanks to Francis, Sonia, Judy, Horace, Jennifer, Henry, Paul and Tony for making our vacation a great experience. We do not go to Jamaica to be pampered but want to experience Jamaica’s real treasure, her people. If you make an effort to get to know them you will gain a friend forever.

The accomodations are basic but that is exactly what we are looking for. The food and restaurant service was just fine. Remember you are on island time.
The bartenders are both excellent. We happened to be celebrating my wife’s birthday while in Jamaica. Tony promised us a special drink when we returned from diner that evening. Not only did we have a special drink, (Flaming Bob Marley) the whole bar sang Happy Birthday to my wife. It was a birthday she will never forget. Paul makes the best Mai Tai’s on the beach. The mudslides and dirty banana’s are the best.

There was some construction going on during our stay but this was really no problem. The crew never started work before 9:00am so we were most likely already at breakfast. They were working on the building in front of D1/D2. Looks like new acomadations will soon come.

There was a problem with the power one night so the AC was not working but the ceiling fan was ok. I never thought I could survive in Jamaica without air conditioning but it was very comfortable with the windows open and the ceiling fan running. You can really hear the tree frogs and the surf also. We opted for no air a few other nights as well.

White sands has the best beach and the security guard is always ready to step in if unwanted vendors are near. He will also grab you a lounge chair for the beach and clean it off.

We stayed here for my neices wedding. The room was older but you only sleep in it. It was clean, needed a couple of screens in windows but had shutters. The staff was helpful and fun to be around. They get to know you quickly, Security on beach was awesome and very friendly. On the main side of the hotel was a Star Fruit tree we had fun picking fresh star fruit from it.
drinks and food were great. Coffee was the best we found on beach.

We had a great 6 night stay at White Sands this past week. The ladies in the office and 1 waitress at the bar were the least friendliest part of the staff, so dont let them turn you off. Everyone else is a joy. The famiy that owns the hotel are very nice.

We stayed in room B5. Reading the reviews, we were a bit worried but were pleasently surprised. The bedroom and bathroom tiles seemed new as well as the shower, toilet, and sink. The King bed was two twins pushed together but we didn't mind much. The balcony was nice, we were happy to have it.

Now, the BEACH! One of the best that we saw. Nhopefully won't happen again for you.ot the busiest part of the beach so there werent as many vendors as there were further down. I couldnt have asked for more on this aspect - we spent evert moment we could out on the sand or in the water - its beautiful.

One set back, the power went out for an evening and half of the next day. No one really addressed the situation to us or comped on any part of that nights stay. It would have been nice considering the heat and not wanting windows open because of the bugs. BUT they installed a new generator while we were there so this

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