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Families searching for a great deal on a stress-free vacation, or honeymooners looking to celebrate a new life, find island leisure and lavish amenities at the newly renovated Sunset Jamaica Grande Resort & Spa. Just five minutes from downtown Ocho Rios, this fabulous resort offers an all inclusive deal that includes six great restaurants, four tennis courts and water activities like kayaking, water biking and snorkeling. For the adults, unlimited cocktails at eight bars, including two swim-up bars, are waiting. If white sand and blue waves are calling your name, stroll the private beach and let your cares slip away under the Caribbean sky.
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"Great resort, good food, great staff. Bus ride from airport a little tiresome but worth it." – Rowdy1
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May 17, 2012
well worth the money
My husband and I took a trip here for our honeymoon and were very pleased with our stay. Before booking, I read lots of reviews and was concerned about some things. However, the price was unbeatable, and we gave it a shot. We stayed for six nights in the north tower. Our room was ocean front on the 7th floor and it was an amazing view. We had absolutely no problems with the resort staff, everyone was extremely helpful. The food was average, but I didn't go to an all inclusive resort expecting a five star restaurant. The buffet food is a lot like cruise food. The restaurants were delicious, however make reservations the day before because they book up very fast. I found the drinks to be much stronger if we threw the bartenders a couple dollars now and then. The beach and pool area do get busy, I saw a lot of people who got up first thing and went to put their towels on chairs to reserve them for the day. The locals are absolutely pushy, and will sell you anything and everything. However, this was something I was prepared for so it didn't really bother me. It's all about your expectations, if you go to this resort expecting the Ritz, you will be disappointed. We went with the idea that we were paying close to nothing for 6 days in Jamaica, with food and drinks included.. And had an amazing time.
Resort was very nice. The staff was exceptional. Very kid friendly, we took our 7 year old and he had a blast. Even when it rained there was plenty to do (ping pong tables, pool table, kids center, shows). The resort was close to the excursions. I highly recommend Dolphin Cove and Chukka Dune Buggys!
It took 3 rooms to get the room we paid for. And to have a lock on the inside of the door, a curtain to shut and a room that didn't smell of mold. Check in was slow, we were not informed of any hotel orientation or how to get a lock for the safe or beach towels or internet or dinner reservations (can only be made in the morning starting 8am, and you had to get there by 10am or it was closed or full), just a crabby slow lady checking us in.The food is fair, all restaurants and buffett serve the same food just the restaurants make it look fancier. The "grill" only serves cheeseburger/fries, hotdog/fries or grilled cheese/fries. The South grill will give you Jerk Chicken and a piece of toast. The desserts are all fakey and jello-y. Cheesecake is made of jello not cream cheese. All of the blended drinks are made with sugary syrups-no fresh fruit is used. NONE. The buffet usually ran out of glasses,silverware and the decent main foods. If you did not get there when it opened you were left with the remains of dried meat and maybe some pasta and spaghetti sauce. We only once got served a cocktail once at the buffett other than getting our own pop by bringing a glass into the buffett with us from the Lobby Bar.We witnessed the North Swim bar only rinsing glasses and not putting them in soapy water. We waited 10-15 minutes to get cocktails only to be served in a juice glass (about 4 oz) because they ran out of glasses. If you didn't reserve a beach chair with your beach towel by 8am you could not get a chair by a pool or the beach. This place is a dump, if you are 18-25yrs old and just want to party, it is fine. But if you want a decent vacation without the hiphop music being played at the pool all day and want good food and a clean place to sleep, GO SOMEWHERE ELSE! We heard the steel drums twice at dinner buffett. Most activities such as beach bonfire, NEVER HAPPENED!!!!! The rooms are loud on each sideof the hotel from city noise or city music festival. The Ocean side is still loud with resort music until after midnight and early with kids in pool area playing and we were on the 14th floor. The music by the pool is so loud that it is hard to get away from. The buffett times for Breakfast are: 7am-10am, Lunch 12:15-2:30, dinner 6:30 -10pm. And for dinner by 8:30pm most food was gone and even the carving chef was gone by then. Your only other option is to wait for the cheeseburger grill at 11pm to open. Yuck. And the "funk" in the corners of the pool everyday where very unappealing, we just tried to stay in the middle of the pools and away from the North swim up bar where that "funk" liked to really fester all day.
blondbeachlover Top 500 Contributor From:lakeville, MN Age:35-44 Travel:1-2 trips/year
April 24, 2012
Jamaica Getaway
We had an interesting week with pros and cons. Immigration took an hour plus. We arrived after a long bus ride of about 3 hours from Montego Bay in a questionable bus that had difficulty with hills, smoked a bit and leaked rain. It stopped at 4 resorts along the way. Resort was spectacular although they didn't have a room for us right off, but they accomodated us. The room sat above a kitchen exhaust that roared constantly which made it uncomfortable to use the balcony. The air conditioning was too cold and would not adjust, but we just figured cold was better than hot and sweaty. We just kept the door open and put up with the exhaust. Furniture was fair with some broken drawer handles. Soap and shampoo were available in dispensers in the shower. No food, beverages or smoking were permitted in the rooms or balconies. $200 fine for smoking in the room. WIFI is available for $5/hour, $15/day and $30/week but doesn't work in the rooms. Only in the North Tower lobby where the router is. WIFI was available on the plane too for $4.95 for the flight.
We left on departure smoothly on a much better bus and only stopped at 2 resorts. We left at 9 am for a 2:30 pm takeoff. We needed much of that time getting to Montego Bay airport and through immigration. Very crowded. Rest of trip was uneventful. Charlotte was much better with customs, etc. Of note, beware of tours. Ask questions. We went on a tour to Bob Marley's home and mausoleum where the write up sounded like a walk in his village, etc. It was a drug buying trip led by a Rastafarian tour guide who is exempt from prosecution for using cannabis because his faith in Jamaica. So unless you want to be exposed to marijuana cookies, tea, cigarettes, cake, etc., don't sign up for the Reggae/Bob Marley tour. It was interesting in that the guide explained all about Bob Marley and the Rastafarian Movement and everything you want to know about drugs in Jamaica. Our friends took other tours that seemed more pleasing and worthwhile. There is really enough to do at the resort to stay there all week. The Island Village shopping and Margaritaville in Ocho Rios were fun. We hired a taxi for that. Ask for Bebe. He was great. Staff at the buffet were awesome. Say hello to Andre, Sonia and Samantha for us. Check the daily activies everyday early. You won't want to miss anything. Fun vacation.
detrees Top 1000 Contributor From:Apex, NC Age:55-64 Travel:3-6 trips/year
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9 questions, 29 answers.
can I book a trip if only one person will fly, but two willuse the hotel accomodations?4 answers
1 year, 12 months ago
Lee
Yes you can! Our packages are advertized for double occupancy but we can certainly adjust the package to meet your needs. Please call an agent for assistance. 1-800-915-2322
KellyCC
Hello Lee,
When you book this trip, tell your travel agent that you want one hotel/flight package and one just hotel. They would be able to accomodate your request.
Mell
No, you will receive a band around your wrisk and unless you are a customer of the hotel, you will not be able to use the facility. They are very strikt on allowing people access to the property withough the band.
BeachSlug
Yes, I did it
FLyns
Is the price cheaper for 4 per room?2 answers
Also how does it work if I want a group of friends to go in on this pricing?
Also I want to travel in Jan. but the trip specials say from now until DEC. Please advise on this dilema. Should I wait for one that says Jan.?
10 months ago
Nique
Resorts usually offer a discounted adult rate when there is occupancy greater than two people. Specials for January usually come out in the fall. At this time, we are unable to determine the rates for January's specials.
MariaCC
Yes
Shirld
we have 3 children (13, 10 &8) Can we all stay in a room together?3 answers
9 months ago
sh
We had a junior suite and it would hold your family with the addition of a roll away bed ( we used one of these for our daughter ). The two beds in the room were doubles so you would probably need an adult with a child in each of these beds. The roll away nods only one person and did not crowd the room too much as we put it along the wall across from the sofa in the living room area.
DisneyCrazy
no
Shirld
Although one room may sleep a max of 4, they have a clever way of joining the rooms. 2 rooms beside each other have separate doors with keycard entries but outside the 2 doors is another set of doors that you can latch and keep the 2 doors to the rooms open.
Rooms are large enough to have a rollaway bed added to a 2 double bed room.
FLyns
How is the beach?8 answers
9 months ago
Niki
Hi Nikki,
Thank you for your question! The beach at Sunset Jamaica Grande is beautiful and long! It is relatively narrow but the length more than makes up for that. Of course, the ocean is gorgeous and the resort has 5 beautiful pools and a waterfall.
ccsusan1
The beach here is marvelous! White sand and the water has the bluest blues you will ever see. The beach in the hotel zone is really one big beach. Take a scrap of bread into th water and scatter crumbs--you will attract beautiful schools of fish. Marvelous!
Positive
The beach area is awesome! The grounds on this property are very nice. I would recommend based on that alone.
tink
It's calm, and the giant rings are the bomb.
BMW13
The beach was okay. The sand was light colored, not sparkling white. The water was a nice turquoise but did have bottom vegetation in some areas.
jfil
The beach is pleasant but not the best. U are in a protected harbor and u are looking at a port a few hundred yards away. Not exactly what I wanna look at when in a tropic setting, but the water is nice and the beach is cleaned daily.
42lineman
Fablous if you like it calm with no waves. One side for sunbathing and a separate side for watersports.
FLyns
The beach area was small and crowded. You had to save a chair early in the morning or you weren't going to get one. The Water was warm but not over waist deep in the small, permitted swimming area. Absolutely no waves to frolic in. Kind of disappointing.
Sizzler
Travel outside of the hotel stay4 answers
Can we buy hotel and air package together and leave hotel after our alotted stay ( 3 or 4 days) and leave on our airline 1 week after? Is there a different charge to leave later?
8 months ago
Beach luvr
CheapCaribbean does offer the option to have extended airfare on a package with no additional cost. If you would like to have an extended airfare package you must contact one of our sales agents at 1.800.915.2322. This option is not available online. We look forward to speaking with you!
DanielleCC
Yes! We can create a custom package for you. Please call our office at 1-800-915-2322 and one of our agents will build you a package based on your needs.
KellyCC
I did it - moved to another resort and flew out a week later.
VinoPane
I actually did the opposite with no extra charge. I flew into Jamaica a couple of days before checking into the resort and used a one way transfer to the airport to fly back home. Just tell the Cheap Caribben reservation agent exactly what you want to do and they'll arrange everything for you.
FLyns
Can the resort be contacted by email?1 answer
I'd like to get an idea of nearby golf choices and cost. Would also like to know if room mini refrigerators are available, even if at an additional charge. Would also like to know if dinner reservations can be made in advance of arrival. These questions are regarding the Sunset Jamaica Grande Resort & Spa.
1 month ago
Orlando, Florida USA
if you visit http://www.sunsetjamaicagrande.com/privacy-policy/ they will be able to assist you with any questions you may have.
DanielleCC
Is the resort open to cruiseship passengers for day trip outings?2 answers
1 month ago
John
Yes, the Sunset Jamaica Grand does allow cruise ship passengers to purchase a day pass which provides access to all of the restaurants, beaches and amenities at the resort. Currently they are charging $80 USD per person for a day pass, prices are subject to change.
ccsusan1
Yes it is and to any locals wanting to come in and usde the resort.
blondbeachlover
Is the deal for this resort all-inclusive?2 answers
1 month ago
United States
Yes, this resort is an all inclusive property, offering room and unlimited meals and beverages.
ccsusan1
Yes
detrees
what is available transportation from airport to sunset jamaica resort3 answers
and also what is cost for the transportation
4 weeks ago
rubin
Round trip airport transfers are available for purchase. They are currently priced at $45 per person round trip from MBJ to this resort. These prices are subject to change. You can also take a cab from the airport as well.
ccsusan1
Our travel booked the shuttle. It was free included with our trip
cari
There are shuttles, at $25/person, taxi at $120/person or rent a car. Shuttle is absolutely the best way to go.
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Room Information
Private balconies, wood furniture and cool tile floors grace the 730 rooms and suites. All include one king size or two double beds; modern bathroom amenities; in-room safes; direct-dial telephones with voicemail; iron boards; hairdryer; color satellite televisions and individually controlled air conditioning.
Please note: Smoking is not allowed in guest rooms, balconies or hallways.
The cool lighthouse waterslide and new pools are perfect for families, and the huge, open-air lobby is the best place in the world to watch a sunset.
What We'd Change
With such a wide choice of fun evening activities, getting to bed at a decent hour is a challenge. But who can miss the Pirates and Wenches party?
Why You Should Go
Beautiful beach, fabulous dining and a fun waterpark: legendary Sunset Jamaica Grande Resort has something for everyone at a great all inclusive price.
Available Amenities
Activities/Tours Assistance
Banquet Facilities
Beach
Beach Bar
Business Center ($)
Child Care/Babysitting Services ($)
Children's Activities
Children's Pool
Conference Facilities
Cribs Available on Request
Fitness/Exercise Room
Jacuzzi
Kayaks
Kids Club
Lounge Chairs/Umbrellas
Nightly Entertainment
Snorkeling
Swim-Up Bar(s)
Internet Access ($)
Swimming Pool(s)
Tennis Court(s)
Fishing
Aerobics
24 Hour Front Desk
Sauna
Poolside Bar
5 Restaurants
8 Bars/Lounges
Nightclub
Shopping
Snack Bar
Elevators
Spa ($)
Meeting Rooms ($)
Wedding Services $$ -- Pre-arrange directly with resort
Wireless Hi-Speed Internet Access ($)
Amenities Subject to Change, with or without notice
Free Parking
Additional Fees for some amenities may be required
Gift Shop ($)
Nearby Excursions & Attractions
Bars in the Area
Beach Nearby
Close to Ocho Rios & Dunn's River Falls
Fishing Nearby
Golf Nearby
Hiking/Biking Trails Nearby
Horseback Riding Nearby
Motor Boating Nearby
Nightclubs in Area
Restaurants/Bars Nearby
Scuba Diving Nearby
Shops/Shopping in Area
Snorkeling Nearby
Map of Local Area
Jamaica is the third largest Caribbean island, and can provide both a stimulating and tranquil vacation. It has traditions of reggae, rastafarianism, and Jamaican art mingle with modern all-inclusive resorts, fine cuisine, and cosmopolitan shopping.
Sunset Jamaica Grande Resort and Spa
Ocho Rios, PO Box 100
+876 974 2200
Hotel Description
Sunset Jamaica Grande Resort & Spa Gives Endless Fun at a Great Deal
Families searching for a great deal on a stress-free vacation, or honeymooners looking to celebrate a new life, find island leisure and lavish amenities at the newly renovated Sunset Jamaica Grande Resort & Spa. Just five minutes from downtown Ocho Rios, this fabulous resort offers an all inclusive deal that includes six great restaurants, four tennis courts and water activities like kayaking, water biking and snorkeling. For the adults, unlimited cocktails at eight bars, including two swim-up bars, are waiting. If white sand and blue waves are calling your name, stroll the private beach and let your cares slip away under the Caribbean sky.
You may never get the kids to the beach once they see the updated Pirates Paradise Waterpark with five pools, waterfalls, rope bridges, Jacuzzis and two awesome, 300-foot waterslides. Or let the kids hang out at Club Mongoose or Jamrock Teen Center while Mom and Dad get pampered at the new Aqua Azul Spa, which offers hot stone massages, body scrubs, hydrotherapy or sauna and steam rooms for just a few extra dollars.
When it's time to eat, Sunset Jamaica Grande's restaurants are sure to please everyone's palates. From Asian flavors at The Ginger Lily to pasta at La Diva Italian Restaurant to the wonderfully named Jamalicious Cafe, you will not be hungry for long. We suggest you reserve a night to eat a romantic meal under the stars at the South Beach Restaurant, offering a fusion of Caribbean and New American flavors enhanced by a blazing sunset.
After the sun goes down, try your luck at the hotel's gaming area or dance the night away at Jamaica 'N Me Crazy Disco. On Tuesdays, the steel drums heat up an authentic Caribbean Beach Party, complete with Jamaican-style buffet and beachfront bonfires. Or grab your eye patch and join the swashbuckling fun at the Pirates and Wenches Party.
All 730 rooms at the resort are beautifully decorated with private balconies, but for couples, we suggest the Cabana Beachfront Room with king-sized beds and incredible, beachfront views.
Other Details
Location
Located downtown on a 1,500 foot private beach, 65 miles from the airport.
Check-In/Check-Out
Check-in: 4pm. Check-out: 11am.
Please be advised, at least one person in the room at check-in must be 18 years of age or older. Guests will be required to show identification upon check-in.
A valid credit card may be required upon check-in for possible incidentals not included in your hotel reservation.
There is a 3 night minimum stay required for travel Apr 16 - Aug 18, 2012 and a 2 night minimum stay required for travel Aug 19 - Dec 23, 2012 with the following exceptions:
There is a 3 night minimum stay required when booking in any SALE room category.
There is a 5 night minimum stay required when booking in any EXTRAVAGANZA room category.
There is a 1 night minimum stay required when booking in the Standard Resort View, Ocean View, or Ocean Front room categories, however these rooms have a 2 night minimum stay required for travel June 29 - Aug 15, 2012 and Dec 21-23, 2012.
Smoking Policy
Sunset Jamaica Grande Resort has a non-smoking policy. Smoking is not allowed in air-conditioned areas of the resort. Smoking is allowed in the main lobby, outside restaurants and pool decks. Smoking is not allowed in guest rooms, balconies, lobby areas and restaurants that are air-conditioned.
All Inclusive
Featured:
Enjoy deluxe air-conditioned accommodation with a private balcony
All meals in a choice of buffet and a la carte restaurants
Unlimited beverages and cocktails at our six bars
Choose among a range of non-motorized water sports
Work out in the air-conditioned gym with exercise equipment, aerobics classes and free weights
Sip tea and relax during afternoon English tea time
Meet fellow guests during daily activities and nightly entertainment
Hone your tennis game on the four championship courts, all lit for night play
Dance the night away to your favorite tunes in the Tamarind Lounge
Nightly entertainment including Caribbean floor shows, fashion shows and beach party nights
Try your luck on the electronic slot machines
Kids enjoy Club Mongoose and Jamrock Teens Club, catering to children ages 2-12 with a variety of fun filled activities.
Splash and play in the Pirates' Paradise Water Park
Wander without your wallet, as the all-inclusive rate covers taxes and tips
Not Included:
Spa treatments
Optional tours/excursions
Internet access
Gift-shop items
Phone calls
Motorized water sports
Scuba certification or refresher courses
Medical assistance (medical nurse's services are complimentary; however, medication and doctor's consultations are charged, should they be necessary)
Dining
Name: The Grand Palm
Type: Buffet
Hours: Breakfast, Daily 7am-10am; Lunch, noon-2:30pm; Dinner, 6:30pm-10pm
Description: A buffet style, open-air restaurant overlooking the fantasy pool's meandering river and waterfalls or the sparkling Caribbean Sea.
Name: Ginger Lily
Type: Caribbean Asian fusion a la carte
Hours: Daily 6:30pm-10pm
Description: Savor Asian favorites infused with Caribbean flavor at Ginger Lily. Dress code: tasteful, dressy resort wear. Long pants are required for all male guests. Reservations required.
Name: La Diva Italian Restaurant
Type: Dressy a la carte
Hours: Daily 6pm-10pm
Description: Featuring regional pasta dishes, fresh seafood and focaccia from a wood-burning, brick oven. Dress code: tasteful, dressy resort wear. Long pants are required for all male guests. Reservations required.
Name: South Beach Restaurant
Type: Dressy a la carte
Hours: Daily 7pm-10pm
Description: Inspired Caribbean/New American fusion dishes are on offer in a lovely, al fresco atmosphere. Dinner only. Dress code: tasteful, dressy resort wear, with dressy shorts being appropriate for all male guests. Reservations required.
Name: Jamalicious Cafe
Type: Casual bistro
Hours: Daily 11am-5pm
Description: Serving Island and American favorites, this casual bistro has both indoor and outdoor seating.
Bars
Bambu Lobby Bar: 10am-midnight.
Blue Mahoe Lobby Bar: 5pm-1am.
Ortanique Lobby Bar: 5pm-midnight
South Beach Bar: 10am-1am
Lighthouse Beach Bar: 10am-1am
Two Swim-Up Pool Bars: 10am-5pm.
Jamaica'n Me Crazy Nightclub: 10pm-2am.
Night Life
Nightly entertainment, including Caribbean floor shows, fashion shows and beach party nights. Eight bars, including two swim-up bars at the resort pools.
Pools
Five lavish pools wander through this beachside complex and feature waterfalls, plunge pools, swim-up bars and a swaying rope bridge.
Water activities
Five lavish pools wander through this beachside complex and feature waterfalls, plunge pools, swim-up bars and a swaying rope bridge. Known for its wide range of fun in the sun daytime activities, guests can also enjoy an abundance of fun after the sun goes down.
The exciting, new lighthouse waterslide is a thrill for everyone and is set to become a landmark along the Ocho Rios coastline. Architecturally designed like a traditional lighthouse, the new attraction is nothing like its counterparts! Impressively statuesque, guests climb an enclosed, spiral staircase 60 ft to an observation deck with an awe-inspiring, 360-degree panoramic view over the Caribbean Sea and the entire resort complex.
Two separate, full-body water slides, one enclosed and one open and each a whopping 330 and 340 feet in length, twist and turn around the lighthouse for a shooting good time. After zooming down the slide, guests will refresh with a splash arriving in one of the resort's swimming pools or the azure blue ocean. The lower level of the lighthouse includes an air-conditioned arcade, featuring a variety of video games.
Beach
1,300 ft of private beachfront with free, non-motorized activities such as kayaking, waterbikes and water trampolines.
Spa Services
The new Aqua Azul Spa draws inspiration from the majestic Jamaica Blue Mountains and the clear Caribbean Sea. Place yourself in the hands of highly trained therapists and indulge in a variety of massage techniques, including Thai, Swedish, aromatherapy, reflexology, hot stone and sports massage.
Add to your glow with an Uplifting Body Scrub or cleansing facial treatments. Spa facilities include three wet rooms for hydrotherapy treatments, a single and two couples massage rooms, two facial rooms and separate sauna and steam facilities for men and women. The salon offers hair and make-up services, as well as manicure and pedicure treatments.
Casinos
Tempt Lady Luck at the gaming area, featuring electronic Black Jack or slot machines.
Child Care
Kids have plenty to do, too: Club Mongoose is free for ages 2-12, and the Jamrock Teen Center takes care of the older ones.
Night Life
Nightly entertainment including Caribbean floor shows, fashion shows and beach party nights.
Wedding Services
Be spoiled at the legendary Sunset Jamaica Grande Resort, in Ocho Rios, complete with five swimming pools, cascading waterfalls, Lighthouse Waterslide, divine dining and full service Spa.
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