Couples Swept Away Negril offers the intimacy of a private villa and the romantic ambiance of a tropical hideaway. Mind and body are soothed by the warm waters and even warmer welcome you will find here. From scuba diving and sailing to spa treatments and yoga, this is an environment that will restore, refresh and invigorate. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Jamaica/couplessweptaway/hotel/478/17/ en-us Copyright 1998 e-TravelMedia.com/CaribbeanMag.com Sun, 12 Oct 2008 17:04:58 EST This all-inclusive experience includes unlimited meals, unlimited premium brand drinks, a wonderful fruit and veggie bar and an endless array of land-sports, water sports and off-site excursions. There are ten lighted tennis courts, a 10-acre sports and fitness complex, and 7 miles of a soft white sand beach awaiting your footprints. Imagine a lush tropical garden with suites amid fragrant foliage where wooden shutters filter the light into your spacious bedroom. Outside your private verandah provides an ideal spot for relaxation. Amazingly, the mornings here can be more relaxing and tranquil than evenings. The verandah suites are open and breezy, yet secluded and intimate. 134 Caribbean-style verandah suites, housed in 26 two story villas spread throughout a 10-acre beachfront setting. We have three different categories of suites; our lush Garden-view suites, our tropical Atrium suites and our Beach-front suites with their majestic views of the Caribbean Sea. All of our suites are air-conditioned, appointed with fine furnishings, hair dryers and a private verandah. * Located on Negril's sparkling Seven Mile Beach * 236 Caribbean-style suites * Four unique restaurants -Open-Air Beach-Side Dining Room -Feathers gourmet restaurant -Al Fresco Sea Grape Café -Lemongrass Thai Restaurant * Fruit and Veggie bar * 10-acre sports and fitness complex * Six bars, including Sports Bar and Piano Bar * Shuttle to Margaritaville and local disco * Shuttle to Pirates Cave * Glass-bottom boat tour * Catamaran Cruise * Unlimited Golf (transfers and green fees included. Caddy mandatory at a nominal charge) Accommodations Couples Swept Away is awash in romance and privacy. Here, you'll find all the amenities and options you could ask for – in an idyllic setting that exceeds that of any Negril hotel. Garden Suites: Rooms with a view of lush tropical gardens, All rooms air conditioned with ceiling fan, King Bed or 2 Double Beds, private shower, telephone, CD player/radio, blow dryer, safety deposit box, balcony/terrace. Nightly turndown service. Buildings are located on the perimeter of the property, 8 or 10 suites on each block, situated on the 1st or 2nd floor. Atrium Suites: Rooms with a view of lush tropical gardens. All rooms air conditioned with ceiling fan, King Bed, private shower, telephone, CD player/radio, blow dryer, safety deposit box, balcony/terrace with hammock. Nightly turndown service. , Located in the center of the property, 1st or 2nd floor, each villa has 4 Suites. Beachfront Suites: Rooms with view of the Caribbean Sea (may be obstructed by lush vegetation) All rooms air conditioned with ceiling fan, King Bed, private shower, telephone, CD player/radio, blow dryer, safety deposit box, balcony/terrace with rocking chair. Stocked mini-bar. Nightly turndown service. Located along the beach path, 1st or 2nd floor, each villa has 4 Suites. Garden Verandah: Rooms with a view of lush tropical gardens. All rooms air conditioned with ceiling fan, King Bed, private shower and bathtub, telephone, satellite TV, CD player/radio, blow dryer, safety deposit box, stocked mini-bar. Verandah with sofa chairs and table. Nightly turndown service. Each block has 12 suites which are located on 1st, 2nd and 3rd floor. Ocean Verandah: Rooms with a picturesque view of the Caribbean Sea. All rooms air conditioned with ceiling fan, King Bed, private shower and bathtub, telephone, satellite TV, CD player/radio, blow dryer, safety deposit box, stocked mini-bar. Verandah with sofa chairs and table. Stocked mini-bar. Nightly turndown service. Each block has 12 suites which are located on 1st, 2nd and 3rd floor Beachfront Verandah: Rooms with a picturesque view of the Caribbean Sea. All rooms air conditioned with ceiling fan, King Bed, private shower and bathtub, telephone, satellite TV, CD player/radio, blow dryer, safety deposit box, stocked mini-bar. Verandah with sofa chairs and table. Stocked mini-bar. Nightly turndown service. Each block 12 suites which are located along the beach path on 1st, 2nd and 3rd floor. ACTIVITIES: Sports Complex Facilities  Our ten acre premier sports and fitness complex includes 10 lighted tennis courts (five hard and five clay), two squash courts, two racquetball courts, basketball court, a fully equipped gym with the latest Cybex fitness equipment, lap pool, aerobics room with exerflex floor, aquacize, yoga, step aerobics, out door jogging track, steam rooms, saunas and a jacuzzi are available at no extra cost, with professional instructors. Personal Training is available. A weekly list of activities is available at the Sports Complex Reception Desk.  Water Sports What's a tropical vacation without sea, sand and sun-sational fun? Swept Away offers a great chance to experience the water sports you haven't had the time or the nerve to try. With free lessons and instruction, and the irresistible lure of the Caribbean, it's never been easier! Scuba    Two tank dives are available daily for certified divers. For non-certified persons, Resort certification is available and can be arranged through the dive shop. Choose from 30 Dive sites for an interesting underwater adventure. Golf    We provide complimentary greens fees and transportation to the Negril Hills Golf Club, a challenging 18 hole course located 10 minutes from Swept Away. Caddies are mandatory for a small fee and equipment is available for rental. These are not included in your package. Call the tour desk for tee off times and further information. Other Activities: A variety of activities are scheduled throughout the day. Contact the Entertainment Director or Guest Services for more information. Complimentary Offsite Excursions: Glass Bottom Boat Ride    Only the fish will be gliding with more ease. Daily trips are scheduled. Contact the water sports team. Please contact the Tour Desk for other off-site excursions available. Our Open Air Beach-Side Dining Room lets you feel the gentle touch of a Caribbean breeze as you dine in the tropical setting. Innovative meals featuring an array of tempting International and local dishes are served for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Ready to be wined and dined? Feathers is Negril's finest gourmet restaurant offering Continental cuisine with a Caribbean flair. A delicious meal awaits you at the Al Fresco Seagrape Café specializing in authentic Jamaican cuisine.  The Veggie Bar is for our health conscious guests or those who just wish to experience great natural foods, featuring fresh fruit, fruit juices, pita sandwiches, a variety of salads and vegetarian dishes. Our Beach Grill offers casual dining beneath the sun, moon and stars, ready to tempt you with grilled specialties. Our four bars are praised for their fresh fruit concoctions and frozen thirst quenchers as well as an assortment of premium brand liquors. If you choose, romantic days begin with a leisurely continental breakfast served on your verandah. What should I wear? Sometimes our guests like to know if there are any dress requirements. During the evening hours as you dine in any of our restaurants (besides the casual Beach Grill), we request that you keep your sneakers, shorts, t-shirts and tank-tops in your room. Casual elegance is the fashion style at most of our restaurants. However, if you wish to dine at our fine gourmet restaurant, Feathers, we request a more elegant look. For men, slacks, collared shirts and closed shoes would be appropriate and for women, dresses, skirts or dress pants are fine. Type: All Inclusive No. of Rooms: 236 Diving: Dive Resort/Dive Operator Beach Location: Beach Front (Directly on Beach/Water Front) Adults Only: Adults Only Resort http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Jamaica/couplessweptaway/hotel/478/17/ Sun, 12 Oct 2008 17:04:58 EST