FAQ

Charela Inn sits directly on Negril's Seven Mile Beach, on Norman Manley Boulevard in Negril, Jamaica. The property is set back more than 150 ft from the water, shaded by coconut trees, with the beach just steps from every room.

Charela Inn has been owned and run by the Grizzle family since 1980, when Sylvie and Daniel Grizzle bought what was then a ten-room inn. It is still a family business - Jamaican and French, which is why Le Vendôme serves both cuisines. Many of our staff have been with us for more than fifteen years, and much of what the kitchen serves comes from the family's own farm. For more detail, visit our History page.

Charela Inn is a family-run beachfront hotel rather than an all-inclusive resort. Rooms are booked on a room-only basis with no resort fee, so you're free to eat at Le Vendôme, our own restaurant, or explore Negril. If you'd prefer dining arranged, breakfast, half board, full board and all-inclusive plans can all be added when you book.

Yes. Our public areas are designed to accommodate guests with mobility needs, and we have three dedicated ground-floor accessible rooms. Let us know your requirements when booking and we'll make sure the right room is held for you.

We have five room types. Sea View rooms face the Caribbean with a balcony or patio, for two. Sea View Deluxe adds a Jacuzzi and direct beach access, for two. Sea View Junior Suites sleep three, with a Jacuzzi for two and a sitting area. Garden View rooms overlook the courtyard and pool and sleep three - three of them are wheelchair-accessible. Family Units are two interconnecting rooms sleeping four. All have free Wi-Fi, pool access, and a private balcony or patio.

Yes, all rooms are air-conditioned and have either a private balcony or a private patio. For a full list of what's in each room category, see our Accommodations page or get in touch.

Yes. Our Family Units are built for families, with two interconnecting rooms with a king bed in one and a bunk bed in the other, sleeping four, overlooking the garden and the freshwater pool at the center of the courtyard. Baby cots are available in the family rooms if requested before arrival.

Yes. However, the costs are customized based on the child’s age.

Children aged 0-9 stay free, children 10-15 are US$25 per night, and guests 16 and over are charged as adults. Please note that all the costs mentioned are on room basis only.

Check-in is at 2:00 PM and check-out is at 12:00 noon. Early check-in and late check-out can sometimes be arranged depending on availability. Just ask!

Book directly on our website for our best available rate, or contact us by phone, WhatsApp, or email. Reservations are non-transferable, and any changes need to be made directly with us rather than through a booking site.

Free cancellation up to 45 days before arrival for stays between December 15 and April 14, and up to 14 days before arrival between April 15 and December 14. A deposit is charged ahead of your stay (three nights for winter arrivals, one night for summer arrivals) and deposits are non-refundable. The balance is due when you check in.

Yes. Charela Club members receive up to 15% off, no resort fee, priority early check-in, and complimentary upgrades where available. For more, check our Offers page.

Phone: 1-876-957-4648
WhatsApp: 1-876-379-1505
Email: info@charela.com

We're happy to help before, during, or after your stay.

Most guests fly into Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Montego Bay, roughly 50 miles from Charela Inn, about 1.5 hours by road. Negril Aerodrome (NEG) is around 15 minutes away for guests arriving by domestic flight or charter.

Yes. Once you are interested, email your flight details to the Frontdesk team (name of airline, flight number, time of arrival, number of persons and name on your hotel reservation). Pricing from Montego Bay Airport is US$100 one-way for 1-3 persons, and US$30 per person one-way for 4 or more people.

Jamaica is well connected to North America and Europe. Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Montego Bay (the closest major airport to Charela Inn) has direct flights from the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, Switzerland, Peru, Panama, Colombia, and the Cayman Islands, with seasonal service from Portugal. New routes are added regularly.

Schedules vary by season, so check with your airline for current service.

Yes. Le Vendôme, our on-site restaurant serving French and Jamaican cuisine. Much of what reaches the kitchen comes from our own 174-acre Cocoa Farm nearby, including fresh produce and eggs. Dishes range from French classics like duck à l'orange to Jamaican favorites like curried shrimp.

Yes, visitors are very welcome, and no reservation is required. We do recommend reserving for Thursday and Saturday nights, when we have live entertainment and the restaurant is at its busiest. Breakfast is served from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM, lunch from 12:00 PM to 2:30 PM, and dinner from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM, with last seating around 9:30 PM. For more information, visit Le Vendôme.

Yes. Day passes are US$50 per person, US$20 of which is credited toward food and drink at the restaurant and bar. Children may be admitted free depending on age. Get in touch and we'll let you know.

Yes. We host weddings and celebrations across our indoor and outdoor dining rooms, patio, bar, and the beach itself. Wedding and reception packages are available; see our Weddings page or contact us.

Our wedding package is US$700, payable in cash, and covers the marriage officer, your marriage license, a wedding cake, the bridal bouquet and groom's boutonnière, and a bottle of Pol Roger champagne. Reception dining is separate and starts at US$115 per person for a five-hour open bar and more. We host from 10 to 130 guests. For more detail, see our Weddings page or contact us.

Beyond the beach and pool, we host live music on Thursdays and Saturdays: jazz, vintage reggae, and R&B from local artists and bands.

The Negril area also offers numerous entertainment options: parasailing, deep-sea fishing, snorkeling, glass-bottom boat rides, scuba diving, and sunset catamaran cruises, all close by. For more, check our Entertainment page.

We close each September for our annual refurbishment, so the hotel is at its best when you arrive. Other than that, Charela Inn is yours to enjoy all year round!