Through the Years
What began as Jamaica’s first year-round resort experience has evolved into a collection of all-inclusive, adults-only retreats. Today, our portfolio spans two of the island’s most coveted coasts—but our mission remains unchanged: delivering pure romance, effortlessly.
Couples Resorts’ founder Abe Issa opened Jamaica’s first year-round resort, the Tower Isle Hotel, in 1949 and never looked back. In 1978, he pioneered the all-inclusive concept for Couples Jamaica— a blend of luxury, romance, and value all under one roof. Named Couples Ocho Rios, it served as the cornerstone for building the Couples Resorts brand.
Aptly dubbed “The Father of Jamaican Tourism,” Abe understood the importance of creating resorts as luxurious as they are authentic. By intertwining local Caribbean culture, spectacular natural settings, and first-rate amenities, he achieved an undeniably successful combination. Today, Couples Resorts proudly owns and operates four all-inclusive luxury boutique resorts in Jamaica. Embracing a casual yet chic style infused with pure Caribbean island flair, each of our romantic Jamaica resorts offers a genuine, intimate, and truly memorable experience.
Still very much a family business, Couples Resorts is led by Abe's son, Lee, and other members of the Issa family, who along with a dedicated team of management and staff, remain committed to Abe's pioneering vision and dedicated to making sure that each visit is a perfect one.
At Couples Resorts, the key to our success is our people and the exceptional service they provide. We believe in going further than merely meeting your expectations. We strive to exceed them by adding personal touches to every facet of your Caribbean experience. Every member of our staff shares this passion for service and commitment to ensure that your stay is perfect from start to finish.
By offering exceptional five-star service and world-class amenities in Jamaica's most idyllic natural setting, we create a carefree and enchanting environment that encourages you to forget about everything and focus on enjoying each other. Without children or stress, our couples-only philosophy translates into pure romance from the moment you arrive. Some call it quality time. Others call it intimacy. In Jamaica, we call it irie —or simply, beautiful.
1949
Ocho Rios
Couples Tower Isle
In 1949, Hollywood royalty came calling—and Abe Issa answered, pioneering what would become Jamaica’s first all-inclusive, adults-only escape. Decades later, Couples Tower Isle continues to honor its golden-age glamour, now reimagined with modern comforts. The result is a timeless retreat where guests can relax, reconnect, and indulge in island elegance.
1998
Negril
Couples Swept Away
Inspired by a vision of windswept luxury and romantic adventure, Couples Swept Away offers the best of both worlds: a chance for guests to relax and unwind along the legendary shores of Seven Mile Beach or stay active in the resort’s ten-acre fitness and wellness center, the largest in the Caribbean.
1999
Negril
Couples Negril
When the Issa family introduced Couples Negril in 1999, the vision wasn’t about size or spectacle. Instead, it revealed a sanctuary with its own rhythm—intimate, contemporary, and effortlessly relaxed. Then and now, it’s a hidden gem where barefoot elegance meets a true sense of freedom.
2005
Ocho Rios
Couples Sans Souci
Long renowned for its mineral springs—celebrated since the 1700s—Couples Sans Souci offers a storybook escape set across 35 lush acres. Secluded coves and garden pathways create an atmosphere of quiet intimacy, while its role as a 007 filming location for Dr. No and Live and Let Die adds a touch of cinematic intrigue. Today, it remains a sanctuary for the senses, where romance flows naturally.