Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa

This shiny new resort is way on the expensive side price-wise (especially over the winter holidays), but we decided to go for it and we're very glad that we did. The Seafire is at the far end of 7-mile Beach, but not really very far from restaurants and activities, especially if you have a car. Our rooms were immaculate, spacious and very comfortable. Everything worked (except the TV remote and a lamp, which the staff JUMPED to fix the moment we called about it). Pool and beach are gorgeous. Unfortunately most of the pool chairs get taken early and there does not seem to be any surveillance to free up the ones that get abandoned. Nevertheless, there were always chairs to be had on the beach and helpful staff to get you set up Speaking of the beach, Seafire has an enormous beachfront, so the chaise lounges actually have a bit of space between them (unlike other resorts on 7-mile). Cocktail and food service on the beach was well done, especially the Spicy Margaritas. We attended the New Year's Eve and New Year's Day buffets. Both were super, with wide varieties of top quality offerings. The New Year's Eve after party down on the beach was AMAZING, including even more drinks, music, dancing and THE BEST FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR I'VE EVER SEEN and you could see it all the way down the 7-mile Beach. Finally, the staff are superb. Plenty of people around to offer help when you need it. Friendly and knowledgeable; eager to please. Clearly the product of a fair amount of training starting with a crew of high performers. Sometimes you actually get what you pay for :-)

It is a beautifully appointed hotel with exceptional staff and international flair. There are three excellent dining options with incredible views. Sunsets are spectacular at the beach side dining facility. The on-spa offers a multitude of services in a serene setting.

I had the pleasure of finally surprising my mom with a day at the Kimpton Seafire spa and all she had to say is that the experience was “cloud nine”! The masseuse, Julie (Juliette), was extremely professional and gave such a pleasant experience overall. The 60 minute massage plus access to all the amenities within the spa was just enough to have a perfect, stress-relieving addition from a day of beach activities. The spa itself is gorgeous and well kept, and the staff is always paying attention to detail from start to end of your appointment! I would highly recommend an appointment at least once during a visit on the island! You’ll definitely want to keep coming back!!

We spent five nights celebrating my husband's 60th birthday and retirement. Sadly, no room upgrade for this special occasion and although they mentioned it upon check in, we only received a small plate of sweets in our room with a note. Was hoping a bottle of bubbles to go with! A bit underwhelmed. The staff was fabulous, especially the valets who got our car each day for us. Giving us towels and waters for excursions was such a thoughtful touch. Breakfast at Ave was outstanding. Loved the beach and pools. The library was fun for a night of music and drinks. loved the happy hour, pilates, and Hobi cat. Oh, be warned! 4 PM check in means 4 PM. If you arrive early, be prepared!!!!!! My suggestions: instead of those odd water bottles that end of thrown out, how about a reusable one that people can take home. Would cut down on more waste. Please, more than one tiny bottle of lotion. Make sure the coffee and tea facilities are in the room----we had to call to get them delivered. All in all, a great stay with the staff really making it great with their friendliness.

We stayed for a week with an infant and a toddler. The resort lives up to its reputation. Beautiful grounds, spotless rooms (housekeeping deserves an award!), chairs available in the sun and shade at all times and room service dining was so quick and consistent!!! In response to some reviews about “not expecting much from the staff and going to the Ritz instead” let me share our experience: 1. When I lost my wedding ring on the beach, 5 employees helped us looked through the sand while waiting for a metal detector. They shared jokes and were more optimistic than us and they found it!!! 2. When we left our stroller on the beach in the sand, the employee kindly covered it with a towel saying “otherwise it’s too hot when baby sits on it” 3. When our toddler refused to wear clothes in a typical toddler tantrum…one employee noticed and jumped in to help with a creative way to get her to put on her dress 4. When leaving for the airport, our toddler refused to go in a car seat and the staff quickly found a coloring book with pencils to cheer her up and make the journey easier 5. Even before our arrival, Cristian from the Concierge team helped us arrange a taxi with car seats and even sent pictures to make sure they are age appropriate I’m sure there are excellent employees at the Ritz too, but these are the things that warmed our heart, were completely unprompted and will keep us coming back to the Kimpton! Let me add few words about pastries at the Pantry!!! They are freshly baked daily and are exquisite! If I put on extra kilos on this trip, it’s solely Pantry’s fault and I’m not mad about it!