Beaches Ocho Rios -A Spa,Golf & Waterpark Resort

Ocho Rios, Jamaica

The hotel

For active families who like to be out and about with a huge range of sports facilities all to hand, plus a good choice of dining options, Beaches Ocho Rios - A Spa, Golf & Waterpark Resort incorporates all that Beaches is renowned for in a value-for-money package. The resort features an array of facilities; from Kids' Camps with Sesame Street® games for kids, Liquid at Beaches nightclub for teenagers; 7 dining options and a Red Lane® Spa for adults; as well as an extended Pirates Island Waterpark with 11 water slides that will enthuse everyone.

Amenities

  • Golf
  • Kayaking
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Windsurfing
  • Kids Club
  • Teen Club
  • Families
  • Honeymoon
  • Wedding
  • Bar

Where is it

On a seaside bluff, 10 miles from Ocho Rios. Transfer time from Montego Bay Airport: 90 minutes.

Hotel information

222 rooms and suites. All with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, in-room beer and wine (on request), air-conditioning, telephone, complimentary WiFi access, cable TV, clock radio, safe, iron and board, coffee maker, microwave, refrigerator, private bath with tub and shower, amenity kit and hair dryer. Caribbean Deluxe Family Sized Rooms are located on the upper floors of the resort's main building, with views of the mountains and tropical gardens. With 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, and a sofa bed in the living area, sleeping maximum 5 adults or 2 adults and 3 children.

All Inclusive of: Beaches Resorts are Luxury Included®; from luxury accommodation, fine dining, unlimited premium-brand drinks, transfers, tips and taxes, to a huge range of sports facilities and entertainment — it’s all included!

Caribbean Village:

Caribbean Luxury Family Sized Rooms are located on the upper floors of the resort's main building, and have 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds with sofa bed in the living area, sleeping maximum 5 adults or 2 adults and 3 children.

Caribbean Luxury Family Sized Suites are large rooms with views of the resort gardens, and either 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, plus sofa bed in the living area, sleeping maximum 5 adults or 2 adults and 3 children.

Caribbean Honeymoon Oceanview Concierge Veranda Suites are large suites located on the second-third floors of the main building, and feature a living area leading out to the expansive walkout balcony with sea views. With 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 5 adults or 2 adults and 3 children. These rooms include Beaches Concierge Service.

Caribbean Grande Luxe Suites are spacious rooms located on the first-third floors of the resort's main building, and feature a step-down living area and a walkout balcony or patio boasting views of the tropical gardens. With 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, plus a sofa bed in the living area, sleeping maximum 5 adults or 2 adults and 3 children.

Caribbean Oceanview Luxury Suites are located in the centre of the resort's main building, featuring a sunken living area leading out to the French balcony with ocean views. With 1 king size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 5 adults or 2 adults and 3 children.

Caribbean Oceanview Luxury Veranda Suites are located in the main building, with views of the gardens and ocean, featuring living area leading out to a large walkout balcony. With 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 5 adults or 2 adults and 3 children.

Caribbean Oceanview One-Bedroom Concierge Suites are located on the top floor of the resort's main building, featuring a large balcony boasting views out towards the Caribbean Sea. With 1 king-size bed, a trundle and a single pull-out bed in the living room, sleeping maximum 5 adults or 2 adults and 3 children. These rooms include Beaches Concierge Service.

Caribbean Oceanview Penthouse One-Bedroom Concierge Suites are unique suites set on the top floor of the main building, with panoramic ocean views, plus a separate bedroom, living area and bathroom with whirlpool tub. With 1 king-size bed and a queen-size plus a single pull-out in the adjacent parlour, sleeping maximum 5 adults or 2 adults and 3 children. These rooms include Beaches Concierge Service.

Greek Village:

Greek Beachfront Concierge Terrace Suites are located on the second-third floor of the Greek Village, boasting views of the beach and ocean. With 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, plus a twin trundle bed or a double sofa bed, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. These rooms include Beaches Concierge Service.

Greek Honeymoon Beachfront Walkout Concierge Suites are large suites set on the ground floor of the Naxos terrace, featuring a walkout patio leading directly to the beach and ocean. With 1 king-size bed and double sofa bed, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. These rooms include Beaches Concierge Service.

French Village:

French Village Honeymoon Veranda Suites are located on the top floor with partial ocean views. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

French Village Honeymoon Oceanview Grande Luxe Concierge Veranda Suites are located on the third-fourth floors in the French Village, featuring views of the ocean from the large walkout balcony. With 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 5 adults or 2 adults and 3 children. These rooms include Beaches Concierge Service.

French Village Oceanfront One-Bedroom Concierge Suites are located on the second-fourth floors of the French Village building, featuring beach and ocean views from the balcony. With 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds and a double pull-out sofa bed, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. These rooms include Beaches Concierge Service.

Concierge Service inclusions:

  • Dedicated Concierge Centre open 8:00am-10:00pm daily to assist with excursions, restaurant reservations, spa bookings and anything else you may need.
  • Preferred check-in with Champagne upon arrival and a chilled towel.
  • In-room stocked mini-bar with a selection of spirits, beer and wine as well as soft drinks, juices and water.
  • Use of his and hers bathrobes.

5-Star Global Gourmet™ at Beaches Resorts brings new sights, sounds and tastes to all guests at each meal — of course, all included! 7 dining options: Bayside (International; buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner), Neptunes (Mediterranean; à la carte dinner), The Venetian (Italian; à la carte open for dinner), La Parisienne (French cuisine, open for dinner), Josephine's Creperie (offering fresh crepes and smoothies throughout the day), Bella Napoli (Pizzeria open 11am-6pm), Bar B Q Park (classic American favourites served 11am-6pm). 7 bars, including 2 adult-only bars. Weekly chocolate buffet.

Nightly entertainment, piano bar, disco, theme nights and cocktail parties.

5 swimming pools, 1 scuba pool and 2 whirlpools. Pirates Island Waterpark with 11 slides, a zero-entry kiddie pool and Treasure Isle Aqua Play area. Tennis, basketball, table tennis, outdoor chess and shuffleboard. Golf at Sandals Golf & Country Club, including Junior Golf (free transfers, caddies mandatory*). Windsurfing, snorkelling, paddle boards, glass-bottom boat and aqua trikes. Scuba-diving* (complimentary for certified divers), PADI Bubblemaker* and Seal Team scuba programmes* for kids over 8 years old. Red Lane® Spa (treatments*) and fitness centre. Kids' Camp with Certified Nannies, Caribbean Adventure with Sesame Street® and Beach Science* for kids. For teens; Liquid at Beaches nightclub.

Gift shop*. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. SnapShots Photo shop*. Complimentary WiFi access in all room categories and public areas.

* Denotes local charge.

Dress code: evening dress code for gentlemen states that smart trousers or jeans, long or short sleeve dress shirts (with or without collar) and dress shoes or sandals must be worn. Shorts, t-shirts, trainers, flip-flops, hats and caps are not permitted in the evening. 

Please note: please ensure you have adequate insurance to take part in adventurous activities.

Please note: parents/guardians must take responsibility for confirming that children are competent swimmers and have the capability to take part in the watersports activity.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Another excellent experience

Nov 23, 2024 hmsamms Cambridge, Iowa

Long time Sandals / 2nd time Beaches guests - and Beaches Ocho Rios was amazing - we went at a slightly off week, so did not have the crowd that the resort appears to be set up for. There are far too many for me to remember or mention but the standouts were Akeem and Jason with the Playmakers team, Shakira at the BBQ bar, Sheldon at the Venetian,… Read more
Long time Sandals / 2nd time Beaches guests - and Beaches Ocho Rios was amazing - we went at a slightly off week, so did not have the crowd that the resort appears to be set up for. There are far too many for me to remember or mention but the standouts were Akeem and Jason with the Playmakers team, Shakira at the BBQ bar, Sheldon at the Venetian, the lifeguards at the slides, the lady SNUBA instructor and all of the dive and snorkeling team, and the servers circulating and delivering drinks poolside. The resort was clean and neat as we have come to expect, and everyone was polite and friendly - any issues were quickly addressed... ...and I have to mention Rohan with the Sandals team at the airport - my daughter had left her phone on the contracted bus, and he moved heaven and earth to get it back in time! I can't thank him, and the whole resort team enough. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating For First Timers w Kids and No Expectations

Nov 20, 2024 Compass47251058054 Traverse City, Michigan

When you spend money on an all inclusive, I don't expect to have to have to ask for services, or to be told to go ask some other staff member for help with a situation... but I was here. The bees were awful bc staff was not staying on top of picking up fruity drinks [and food FTM] by the pool. I got stung. Place was run down in parts. We… Read more
When you spend money on an all inclusive, I don't expect to have to have to ask for services, or to be told to go ask some other staff member for help with a situation... but I was here. The bees were awful bc staff was not staying on top of picking up fruity drinks [and food FTM] by the pool. I got stung. Place was run down in parts. We were a bigger party so were making revs in advance, while standing at the kiosk for almost 5 mins, only to find the person we needed was standing there when I walked up to them asking for help...just watching us! Service at dinners was S. L. O. W. I put the sticker off the top of my face cream on the wall in the bathroom 2nd day to run a test.... pic is our check out day...we stayed 7. Do your research!!! There are better places. FWIW.. we have been to others and know to and had been tipping ppl when appropriate. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great time!

Nov 19, 2024 Meagan H New York City, New York

Concierge team was fantastic. Made the stay really feel 5 stars. We had a bit of rain from a nearby hurricane. Traveling with several families which did make dining a little tough. Overall recommend for small children— kids had a blast. Thank you!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Fun vacation with our great niece!

Nov 16, 2024 468janicep Woodstock, Canada

The staff at the resort are fantastic. They are all friendly, professional, welcoming and seem to enjoy working at this resort to create memorable experiences for the guests. We were escorted to our room upon arrival by Naomi who also spoke to us throughout the stay to ensure all our needs were being met. Kerry Ann in the Red Lane Spa was… Read more
The staff at the resort are fantastic. They are all friendly, professional, welcoming and seem to enjoy working at this resort to create memorable experiences for the guests. We were escorted to our room upon arrival by Naomi who also spoke to us throughout the stay to ensure all our needs were being met. Kerry Ann in the Red Lane Spa was exceptional and I enjoyed the best facial treatment ever. Kenedra in Loyalty approached us one afternoon by name as we were relaxing at the main pool. She also assisted in booking our next Sandals vacation. The water park is fabulous for the little and big kids alike. Our 7 year old great niece enjoyed the ocean, beach, kids program and the Sesame Street show every evening as well as the water park. While this resort is older, it is extremely clean and tidy. There is lots to do if you so desire, and it is also wonderful if one wishes to just relax. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Very family-friendly resort with great staff and kids’ activities. Beach wedding conflict needs better coordination.

Nov 16, 2024 Jessica C

Overall, we had a lovely vacation with our 3 and a half year old daughter. The staff were exceptionally nice and accommodating to families. Venecia, our housekeeper, was fast, efficient, and thorough when cleaning our room. She accommodating our daughter’s quiet time schedule and made sure we had a clean room with made-up beds each day. The Sesame… Read more
Overall, we had a lovely vacation with our 3 and a half year old daughter. The staff were exceptionally nice and accommodating to families. Venecia, our housekeeper, was fast, efficient, and thorough when cleaning our room. She accommodating our daughter’s quiet time schedule and made sure we had a clean room with made-up beds each day. The Sesame Street entertainment and the kids camp saved our vacation too. Seven days with a three and a half year old has its challenges. The little break gave my daughter a chance to use the camp facilities for free play, organized craft activities, and learning activities too (explore the moon with Elmo was her favourite activity). Although the resort was very family friendly, some vacationers at the resort may not be as friendly. The resort offers wedding services. There was a wedding on the beach on the last day of our vacation. My daughter wanted to play in the sand. While we were not at all disturbing the wedding, during the photo session, a member of the wedding party rudely told me to move my child. I complied -- being uncertain if we were actually in the photographers way (I would have expected the staff to politely tell us to move, if we were in the way) and also not wanting to cause a scene. Moving my daughter from her play area caused a tantrum and I’m not sure it was totally warranted. If the resort offers beach weddings, closing off the beach or part of the beach for an hour to support the wedding and to prevent this unpleasant experience for another family might be a solution. Or if we were not infringing on any photos, perhaps the wedding staff could remind the wedding party and invitees that the beach is open and unrestricted to other vacationers and the professional photographers are skilled to work around it. We did let our concierge know about the incident and he said he would relay the information to the wedding coordinator and her team. Read less