Couples Sans Souci

Ocho Rios, Jamaica

Virgin rating

The hotel

The award-winning Couples Sans Souci continues to offer renowned cuisine and first-class service in an elegantly tropical setting. Sans Souci is French for 'without worry', and what could be more appropriate for a laid-back holiday in Jamaica, especially in a resort of this quality? Set into a pretty, 35-acre hillside garden that leads to 2 white sand beaches, the resort offers you a blissful retreat.

Amenities

  • Golf
  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Water Skiing
  • Windsurfing
  • Honeymoon
  • Wedding
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access

Where is it

On a golden beach, 4 miles east of Ocho Rios. Transfer time from Montego Bay airport: 2 hours 10 minutes.

Hotel information

150 ocean-facing suites on up to 3 floors in 7 buildings. All with air-conditioning, LCD flat screen TV, iPod docking station, tea/coffee maker, personalised mini-bar, safe, iron and board, nightly turndown service, bathrobes and hairdryer. Deluxe Garden Suites with sliding doors lead to a private balcony and large master bedroom with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.


All-Inclusive of: all meals and snacks, all drinks (including premium brands) and all activities and entertainment unless otherwise stated.
Ocean Suites have sea views from a furnished balcony, a spacious master bedroom with 1 king-size bed and large walk-in showers, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Beachfront Suites are located near the Bella Vista and Palazzina Restaurants, and have a spacious master bedroom with living area, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Premier Ocean Suites have a balcony, expansive sea views, living area, and a spacious master bedroom 1 king-size bed sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Penthouse Suites available on request.

Palazzina Restaurant (Bistro Fare, buffet breakfast and lunch, à la carte for dinner - reservation required), Beach Grill & Bella Vista (grilled specialities for lunch at the Beach Grill and authentic Asian dishes for dinner at Bella Vista), Casanova (traditional cuisine fused with Caribbean and Jamaican ingredients, dinner, reservation required). Sunset Beach Grill (buffet-style lunch of casual fare, including fresh-grilled burgers, French fries, and nachos). Java Cafe (pastries and caffeinated beverages). In-suite dining available 6:30am-10:30pm. 7 bars: swim-up pool bar, Charlie's Veggie Bar, Beach Bar, Sunset Beach Bar, Palazzina Bar, Balloon Piano Bar and Martini Bar.

Weekly Jamaican beach party. Friday night Starlight Gala. Resident band and pianist. Strolling musicians. Live nightly entertainment. Weekly Wine-Tasting Party.

3 swimming pools (1 natural mineral pool), 3 Jacuzzis, 2 beaches, 1 for au-naturel sunbathing. Water sports with instruction including water-skiing, scuba-diving – resort course and one complimentary dive per stay for beginners, and one complimentary dive per day for certified divers (a second dive is subject to availability), night dives are available*, snorkelling trips, Hobie Cat sailing, windsurfing and glass-bottom boat rides. Fitness centre and gym classes. Spa*. Unlimited complimentary golf including green fees and transfers to Upton Hills Golf Course (mandatory caddy*. Golf clubs available for hire*).

Complimentary WiFi.

3 nights from 3rd January-25th December and 7 nights 26th December-2 January.

* Denotes local charge.

Dress code: applies in à la carte restaurants.

This is an over 18, couples-only resort.

Please note: this hotel is not suitable for guests with walking difficulties due to the location on the cliffside.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Sans Souci for 10 YR Anniversary

Dec 4, 2024 443estherg Ypsilanti, United States

We loved Sans Souci! It was our first Couples Resort, and it did not disappoint!! The food was really good, the included water sports were amazing, and the staff was professional and really fun. There are a lot of stairs, which we're fortunate aren't an issue for us, but could be for some travelers. It was the perfect destination for our ten year… Read more
We loved Sans Souci! It was our first Couples Resort, and it did not disappoint!! The food was really good, the included water sports were amazing, and the staff was professional and really fun. There are a lot of stairs, which we're fortunate aren't an issue for us, but could be for some travelers. It was the perfect destination for our ten year anniversary. Read less
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Dec 2, 2024 John L

From our booking until they dropped us off at the airport on our way home, they took great care of us! Everything about this trip was amazing; the service, the food, the beach, and the room were perfect! This was our second time at a couples resort and they did not disappoint. We will definitely visit them again!!!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Small jewel in Ocho

Dec 1, 2024 anybeachforme Lititz, Pennsylvania

Changed our plans from the finger lakes and a cabin to Couples San Souci at the last minute and don't regret it at all. The only reason I didn't give it a five star review was a few little quirks we ran into along the way, but overall its a great small resort on a beautiful property. There are extensive steps and hills and lots of walking even… Read more
Changed our plans from the finger lakes and a cabin to Couples San Souci at the last minute and don't regret it at all. The only reason I didn't give it a five star review was a few little quirks we ran into along the way, but overall its a great small resort on a beautiful property. There are extensive steps and hills and lots of walking even though it's not a large property. We had a garden suite which had a bit of an ocean view but it was way too hot at night to sit outside anyway which was the only time we were in our room. Suite was great. Loved all the hooks to hang things in the room and the bathroom and on the balcony. Kudo's wish other resorts were that thoughtful. Well appointed room, comfy bed, nice bathroom and shower and cleaned well daily. The refrig in room but a bit of an issue. I kept asking for coke and nothing else in frig and we were lucky to get one coke a day. I wasn't asking for top end alcohol just soda but it just didn't happen. We enjoyed lunch with a great water view daily and my husband took advantage of diving daily while I took advantage of the beach and pools being relatively quiet and uncrowded. Loved having the float mats available at both beach and pool. We did not check out the au natural beach but a lot of people must hang out there since I saw many more people at night than during the day. Dinner was good as well and we never had to wait for a table. Breakfast was ok but not something to write home about. Found something to tide me over till lunch. The liquor was not much in the way of top shelf except for an occasional appearance of a good bottle in the evening at the balloon bar. We ate at Cassanova's once and the Palazzini most nights and had room service the last evening while we packed for an early departure. We did not eat at the Asian restaurant. Cassanova's was good but did not stand out enough to make reservations to return since they usually only had late times available. We went to the Martini bar one night for a drink but the evenings/nights were so hot and humid we didn't last sitting outside for long and it's a lovely area we were just too hot. We braved the entertainment one night but were literally melting in our seats so did not brave it again except for the Jamaican buffet night and it was ok, but really they just used the guests for a cheesy dance off and that was it. I thought there would be more cultural entertainment. I actually had a facial and I have never ever used any of the spa's in any of our travels in the past. Ruth was fabulous! The staff overall were all friendly and mostly attentive but each day was a different experience and one day everyone would be attentive and the next day you had to say excuse me and ask for service. There was a woman in the coffee shop and a few people at the front desk, that, for being in a public service job weren't the friendliest. Room service forgot our breakfast our early check out morning so we had to eat at airport which was no biggie but frustrating since I thought i arranged it the night before. I enjoyed the scenery and the grounds and we made lots of friends to chat with throughout the week and we will return. We did not take advantage of any of the free day trips available since his goal was to dive every day so we just relaxed and went with the flow and it's a great place to relax. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Awful sickness the whole week and hotel no help!!

Nov 30, 2024 bethanyjayne32 Cheltenham, United Kingdom

I recently stayed at a couples-only resort in Jamaica, and unfortunately, my experience was marred by a severe illness that struck during my vacation. I was really looking forward to a relaxing getaway, but I ended up feeling very unwell for most of the trip, which completely overshadowed the vacation. While the hotel itself was beautiful, with… Read more
I recently stayed at a couples-only resort in Jamaica, and unfortunately, my experience was marred by a severe illness that struck during my vacation. I was really looking forward to a relaxing getaway, but I ended up feeling very unwell for most of the trip, which completely overshadowed the vacation. While the hotel itself was beautiful, with stunning views and luxurious amenities, my illness took a toll on my ability to enjoy any of it. Unfortunately, the staff’s response to my situation wasn’t as swift or supportive as I had hoped. I found it difficult to get the help I needed, whether it was for medical attention or simply ensuring I had enough water and comfort in my room. The resort wasn’t as responsive to my concerns as I would’ve liked, which made the situation even more frustrating. When I did get the opportunity to see the nurse she informed me they had 2 employ a second one due to many sickness cases. Still waiting on hotel and Jamaican health authorities response Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beautiful honeymoon!

Nov 27, 2024 chauh_port London, United Kingdom

There's not too much more to say than the title, we had a beautiful honeymoon at Couples San Souci! The property was stunning and very clean, and the staff were so friendly and welcoming. Really appreciated the support from the staff after an overnight delay from our airline. Breakfast and lunch was very good, I loved having local options to… Read more
There's not too much more to say than the title, we had a beautiful honeymoon at Couples San Souci! The property was stunning and very clean, and the staff were so friendly and welcoming. Really appreciated the support from the staff after an overnight delay from our airline. Breakfast and lunch was very good, I loved having local options to try. Dinner did let it down a little as I felt it was catering to an American palette. The kitchen excels when it focuses on the local flavours, the gala dinner on Tuesday night was a highlight! Would highly recommend and can't wait to come back! Thank you! Read less