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. Xbox® Play Lounge.

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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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great service the biggest plus

Dec 6, 2023 Steven H London, United Kingdom

This place has decent reviews because of one element the outstanding staff I have met some great staff members but the whole team take a standing ovation you are the main reason beaches ocho rios is so enjoyable The hotel does need some maintenance , it has some issues , we was given room 1507 absolutely dreadful , bleak needs a paint , back… Read more
This place has decent reviews because of one element the outstanding staff I have met some great staff members but the whole team take a standing ovation you are the main reason beaches ocho rios is so enjoyable The hotel does need some maintenance , it has some issues , we was given room 1507 absolutely dreadful , bleak needs a paint , back door leading to balcony stiff nearly to the point of not working at all and pretty grubby , staff moved our room the 1st night room 1311 very nice so some rooms are pretty average verging on poor We was lucky hotel was 80 % full so we could move rooms Food in resort is fine some dinners better than others but nothing to stress too much about , tidy little beach free catamaran free bana boat etc very nice But please be aware we went in school time not sure what this resort would be like at full capacity in the busy school holidays Staff did tell me it could be very busy chaotic Entertainment here is excellent Lose these staff lose the Entertainment team and I think its a loser but with them it's fun ,so so friendly I felt so at home but I think every holidaymaker was made to feel that way pluses outweigh the negatives Best staff I have ever encountered EVER Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Enjoyable family vacation

Dec 4, 2023 John H

Will start with the one negative, beach and pool chairs. Just not enough. We are a beach family, so we spend most of our time on the beach and in the water. More chairs and less being held for people who never show up. Now for the positives. It starts with the lounge at the airport. Nice to have a private area to wait for the resort… Read more
Will start with the one negative, beach and pool chairs. Just not enough. We are a beach family, so we spend most of our time on the beach and in the water. More chairs and less being held for people who never show up. Now for the positives. It starts with the lounge at the airport. Nice to have a private area to wait for the resort transportation. The shuttle to the resort was very good. Upon arrival at the resort, we were greeted with cool towels to wipe off with. Our luggage was taken and we met with Javon. He informed us that our room was not ready and I expected that because we arrived very early. However, Javon took us for a short tour of the resort and checked us in at a restaurant so we could have lunch. After lunch we went back to Javon and he took us to our room. The food and restaurants were very good with wonderful service. I would like to point out 2 bartenders went above to make sure we were happy with our drinks and their service: Ricardo and Simone. The next group I would like to point out was the entertainment team. The shows were very good and we enjoyed them very much. We went to Karaoke twice as well as watching the circus show and the Jamaica show. I would like to point out Rojay at this point. He made it a point to spend time with our family and made sure we enjoyed the shows. The final group I would like to point out is the water sports team. Like I said, we are a beach family. I am a certified diver, so I went diving several times while there. I felt that Oshane did an excellent job as the dive guide. He was thorough and made sure everyone had a good safe dive. Everyone at the booking desk from Andriana to Casine was very easy to deal with for booking dives, snorkeling trips, etc. By the end of the week, when I would walk up, they would just ask Mr. John what are you wanting to do? It made you feel good that they remembered who you were. Would also like to point out Kevroy who took us out snorkeling for our whole family. He also took my two youngest daughters out for a Snuba trip. He made them feel very comfortable under the water and made sure they had a great trip. I would also like to point out Lovan, Alex and Liivingston. We went on everything from Banana boat rides, to paddle boarding and Hobie Cats to also more snorkeling. Like I said we enjoy the beach. Even though a little on the small side, with all the activities it was awesome. Thank you all again for a great week. Read less
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Dec 3, 2023 Jacquira C

Beautiful resort, wonderful staff, & had a great time overall. Food was amazing & there is something to do at every part of the day. I completely enjoyed my stay & will come back. Maressa & David was a great to me on my birthday they sung me on stage and had everyone sing happy to me. Jazz the manager in water sport area, Ricardo & partner, Myra… Read more
Beautiful resort, wonderful staff, & had a great time overall. Food was amazing & there is something to do at every part of the day. I completely enjoyed my stay & will come back. Maressa & David was a great to me on my birthday they sung me on stage and had everyone sing happy to me. Jazz the manager in water sport area, Ricardo & partner, Myra for snorkeling was very supportive and made sure my experience was memorable. Very friendly& welcoming resort. My 25th birthday was amazing thank you breaches resort staff. They even set up my room with ball Read less
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Dec 3, 2023 Routson10 Kankakee, Illinois

Just got back from a 7 night vacation with the kiddos and we had an amazing time!! Lady Jay with the entertainment were great! There is always something going on at the resort and the kids loved every minute of this trip!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Awesome trip overall

Dec 2, 2023 anonymousa700 Miami, Florida

We had a great time overall. The best part is the staff at this property. Everyone is amazing. They were so attentive to my family. My son who is only 10 months loved everyone. Thank you to Tashawna, Reneisha, Kiev, Cadu, Coreen, Raven. Jodi-Ann, Sashane and Ricardo. (There was a breakfast host my first day there that went out of her way to ensure… Read more
We had a great time overall. The best part is the staff at this property. Everyone is amazing. They were so attentive to my family. My son who is only 10 months loved everyone. Thank you to Tashawna, Reneisha, Kiev, Cadu, Coreen, Raven. Jodi-Ann, Sashane and Ricardo. (There was a breakfast host my first day there that went out of her way to ensure that she spoke with the chefs to see if they could prepare callaloo and saltfish for me. Sorry I don’t remember her name as I only saw her once) The water park is wonderful and where we spent most of our time. The food is okay. (Disclaimer, I come from a Jamaican background so I would have preferred more authentic Jamaican food daily but food may be great to others). Rooms were spacious but a bit dated, but clean. Understandable as this is an older property compared to other beaches locations. The only thing that was lacking a bit was the bedding, a bit uncomfortable. the other best part is the Sesame Street characters. The parade was fantastic and when they came around at random events. My son lost his mind when he saw Elmo and Cookie Monster 😬. Being this was my sons first trip out of the country I was apprehensive about being there for 7 days but I can’t say enough about my overall experience. Totally worth it even tho he is only 10 months. We had a great time. Read less