Hotel Overview

Surrounded by thick woods and waterfalls, Riu Ocho Rios is the perfect place for those looking for a vacation filled with adventure. Explore the spectacular Dunn's River Falls, the beautiful botanical garden of Canbrook, and discover dolphins and sharks at Dolphin Cove. All of these attractions are just a short drive away. 

In the resort, there are many activities to keep guests entertained. Enjoy the turquoise water by windsurfing, sailing, kayaking, and snorkeling. Plus, receive unlimited, complimentary access to the new Splash Water World! On land, volleyball, table tennis, and a complimentary gym will keep the heart pounding. Kids have their own RiuLand Mini-Club (ages 4-12) and adults can relax and rejuvenate at the Renova Spa

Dining options are plentiful, with a buffet and on-the spot cooking stations, plus à la carte options that include Italian, Asian, and a Grill Steakhouse. Unlimited drinks are available 24-hours a day and each room boasts a regularly stocked mini-bar and liquor dispenser. Complimentary 24-hour WiFi is also available in the common areas of the resort (available in rooms for an additional charge).

Location

Ocho Rios - Beach
Montego Bay, Jamaica - Sangster (MBJ) : 65 miles

Property Information

Year Built: 2005
Total rooms: 901

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Hotel Advisories

Advisory JAMAICA'S TOBACCO CONTROL REGULATIONS SMOKING PROHIBITED IN THE FOLLOWING PLACES: •All enclosed places (Restaurants, bars, lobby areas and rooms) •Public transportation •Work places • Government owned and occupied buildings •Health facilities including pharmacies •Sports, athletics and recreational facilities for use by the public •Educational institutions •Areas specifically for use by children • And places of collective use such as bus stops. Persons may be fined or imprisoned.
Advisory Student Groups/Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not permitted.
Advisory The Splash Water Parks at Hotel will be closed one day a week for maintenance purposes (set day may change from time to time) The parks will remain in operation 6 days a week.

General Policies & Fine Print

Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 12:00 PM
Minimum Check-In Age: 18
General Policies:

Check-in Policy - Deposits or credit/debit card hold authorizations are not requested at check-in. Minimum age of 18 is required for check-in, an ID/Passport will be requested upon arrival.

Convention Policy : Groups traveling together can book this property for their stay taking advantage of group benefits such as 6th or 11th complimentary guest, Group dinner reservation, One complimentary cocktail hour with a selection of appetizers, One complimentary massage for the group leader, Complimentary room upgrades to the next category, Fruit plate and bottle of wine for the VIP, Private check-in when arriving together,  Welcome sign. Applicable with Wedding Collections and Social Packages. Consult terms & conditions.

Spring Break Policies - Student Groups/Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not permitted.

Transfer Policy - A price may display when children stay free, if your vacation includes transfer to your hotel.

General Information - Room taxes and service fees are included in vacation price.
Minimum night stay restrictions may apply.
Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel.

Pet Policy Pets Not Allowed
Early Departure Policy:
  • Early Departure Penalty: 1 Night Applies: Sunday - Saturday 04Jul24 - 23Dec26
  • Early Departure Penalty: 2 Nights Applies: Sunday - Saturday 24Dec24 - 30Apr25
  • Early Departure Penalty: 2 Nights Applies: Sunday - Saturday 24Dec25 - 30Apr26

Customer Ratings & Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_4.0 12932 reviews
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 4.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Nice resort for family

    The property was good and the view. We enjoy the entertainment. The only thing we wish was change was the choices of daily food. During our stay, it was the same choices of food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A few of the staff are not friendly but it didn't spoil our trip.

    Nov 28, 2024
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 1.0 star tripadvisor rating
    You might want to rethink your stay

    We observed a concerning lack of care for guests and a noticeable disinterest in ensuring their wellbeing. The food quality in all the "themed" restaurants was significantly below expectations, and customer service was virtually non-existent throughout our stay. Additionally, the mixed events where intoxicated individuals were in shared spaces with children created an uncomfortable and inappropriate environment. These issues combined to make our experience deeply disappointing. It is truly disheartening, as we had high expectations given the property’s association with the RIU brand.

    Nov 28, 2024
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Love the Riu

    Nice hotel staff were friendly and helpful, lots of pools , food was good. Only downside was weather, but you cant blame the hotel for that

    Nov 28, 2024
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 2.0 star tripadvisor rating
    So many missed opportunities to deliver a “5 star” experience. Disappointed.

    I visited Riu Ocho Rios with around 15 family members whilst travelling for a funeral and as a hotelier myself I can say this hotel misses the mark when it comes to “luxury 5 star hospitality”. This is my second time staying at the property and the rooms are now dated, with no dressing gowns or slippers provided. The sheets provided on beds are paper thin, no duvets and expect a 2 hour wait if you request some blankets to keep warm. If you happen to need a room change because of dissatisfaction of your room (we were given the wrong room type upon checkin) you’re told to return the next day at 12pm, but don’t expect your new room before 4pm. This caused us to have to wait around for several hours without a room and effectively took up most of our day. It will also take over 90 minutes for the bell hop to attend to your bags, adding to the inconvenience. There’s no room service, or even any guidance in the room on how to call reception, housekeeping etc. The specialty F&B outlet closes at 9pm and the all day dining closes at 10pm. So if you happen to miss dinner the only food available is in the Sports Bar where you will be lucky to get some lukewarm patties or cold, cheap pizza. The food in the ADD is lacking of flavour, and I must say, breakfast in Jamaica without the islands national dish of ackee and saltfish offered is just shocking. The limited positive attributes of the property is the extensive selection of drinks, entertainment and some friendly staff. When I repeatedly asked to speak to the GM or even Director of Rooms to relay my feedback, staff told me the GM was on vacation and the Director had just left for the day. I suppose they don’t hand over responsibility to alternative superiors during their absence? Hmm. To summarise you can tell the owners are cutting corners here to save on costs and it shows in the overall guest experience and surely in repeat visitor numbers. I’ll likely try somewhere else next year!

    Nov 27, 2024
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    I had a really great stay

    Staff very warm & welcoming. Room very nice & clean. Bed so comfortable, slept very well. Food was also very good. I really enjoyed my birthday vacation at Hotel Riu Ochi Rios. I definitely recommend & will be back for a longer stay. 🎉🤗🥳♏️🙏🏾💟🍹🙌🏾🫡

    Nov 26, 2024

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