What We Love

  • No reservations are needed at any of the onsite restaurants.
  • Make sure to visit the Jerk Chicken Hut on the beach. You'll definitely enjoy the delicious meals prepared here daily.  
  • Swimming with the dolphins is guaranteed to produce unforgettable memories. 

Things to Know

  • The resort is approximately 90 minutes from the airport.
  • Maximize your vacay hours by checking pick-up times on scheduled transfers.
  • Upgrade to the Deluxe Wing and enjoy 24/7 concierge service.
Hotel Promotions
Up to $654 in Resort Credits.
Resort Credit Includes:
Renova Spa - $200 in coupons
Weddings by Riu - $100 in coupons
Scuba Caribe - $180 in coupons
Photography - $40 in coupons
Margaritaville - $6 in coupons
Main Street Rose Hall - $128 in coupons


Additional Information: Details on credits will be given at hotel at time of check in. Credits are per room, per stay. Must be 21 years or older. Resort Credits are non-transferable, non-cumulative, non-refundable, non-combinable and cannot be used for future stays. Resort credits can be used as discounts on specified select services only. Credits cannot be exchanged for cash. This promotion is subject to availability. Some restrictions apply. *Inclusions subject to changes without prior notice.

Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 27 Nov 2024 to 22 Dec 2025
Travel Dates: 24 Dec 2024 to 23 Dec 2025
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.
Up to $762 in Resort Credits.
Resort Credit Includes:
Renova Spa - $200 in coupons
Weddings by Riu - $200 in coupons
Scuba Caribe - $180 in coupons
Photography - $40 in coupons
Margaritaville - $14 in coupons
Main Street Rose Hall - $128 in coupons


Additional Information: Details on credits will be given at hotel at time of check in. Credits are per room, per stay. Must be 21 years or older. Resort Credits are non-transferable, non-cumulative, non-refundable, non-combinable and cannot be used for future stays. Resort credits can be used as discounts on specified select services only. Credits cannot be exchanged for cash. This promotion is subject to availability. Some restrictions apply. *Inclusions subject to changes without prior notice. 

Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 27 Nov 2024 to 22 Dec 2025
Travel Dates: 24 Dec 2024 to 23 Dec 2025
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.
Honeymoon Inclusions.
Guests celebrating their honeymoon with us will receive the following amenities:

- Surprise welcome gift in their room
- Small bottle of Rum
- King bed (subject to availability at time of check-in)
- Late check-out (subject to availability at time of departure)
- Complimentary upgrade to next available room category (subject to availability and upon request)

To receive this offer, just enter "HONEYMOON" in the Special Service Request section during check-out or call our Customer Care Center and we will be happy to make the notation for you.

Important Information:  Proof of marriage must be provided at check-in. Marriage certificate must be with-in 90 Days. 



Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 15 Jul 2024 to 23 Dec 2026
Travel Dates: 24 Dec 2024 to 23 Dec 2026
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.
All Inclusive Amenities

All meals, snacks, local and imported alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in all hotel bars and restaurants.

Snacks and drinks 24 hours a day.

Regularly refilled minibar and liquor dispenser in the guest rooms.

In-room safe.

Free sports, activities and entertainment programme as described. Activities include: kayaking, snorkel gear, 1 scuba tryout in the pool, RiuFit program, beach volleyball, stand up paddle surfing, pedaloes.

Free use of wellness facilities (gym)

WiFi throughout the hotel.

Daytime entertainment for adults

Live music shows & Riu entertainment

RiuLand kids club (4-7 and 8-12) and Riu4U club for teenagers (13-17)

"Splash Water World" water park

Additional Information: All hotel guests are required to wear an "All Inclusive" wristband for identification purposes.

Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 28 Jun 2022 to 23 Dec 2026
Travel Dates: 24 Dec 2022 to 23 Dec 2026
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.

Resort Details

Guest can enjoy delicious cuisines at five a la carte restaurants, various bars and an outstanding onsite buffet.
OnSite Dining
  • Various Lounges/Bars

    - Blue Mountain 
    - Bob Marley Bar
    - Dunn's River Bar
    - Rastafari
    - Seagrape
    - 24 hour Sports Bar

  • Various Restaurants

    Main Restaurant:
    - Breakfast: Full American breakfast buffet, live cooking stations, fruit, juices and Cava
    - Lunch: Hot and cold buffet and live cooking stations
    - Dinner: Buffets and live cooking stations. Special evenings: themed buffet (three times a week)

    Various restaurants section:
    - Kulinarium restaurant (à la carte)
    - Steakhouse (à la carte; buffet starters and dessert)
    - Italian restaurant (buffet)
    - Asian restaurant (buffet)

The resort offers an exercise gym, housekeeping, public Wi-Fi and a variety of other great amenities.
On-Site Amenities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Accessible facilities
  • Babysitting,Offsite†
  • Baggage hold
  • Bell staff/porter
  • Children programs
  • Children welcome
  • Children's play area
  • Concierge desk
  • Elevators
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Complies with Local/State/Federal laws for disabled
  • Babysitting, Offsite†
  • Baggage hold
  • Bell staff/porter
  • Children programs
  • Children welcome
  • Children's play area
  • Concierge desk
  • Elevators
  • Exercise gym
  • Free parking
  • Gift/News stand†
  • Golf, Offsite†
  • Housekeeping - daily
  • Laundry/Valet service†
  • Lounges/bars
  • Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Safe deposit box
  • Sauna
  • Spa†
  • Tennis court
  • Tour/sightseeing desk
  • Wakeup service
  • Water sports†

† Fees may apply

A variety of great activities, including water sports, golf, and children's programs are available.
On-Site Recreation
  • Children's pool
    Children's area with large pool and slides.
  • Children's program, onsite
    Kids club providing activities including drawing, singing, theater plays, indoor and outdoor games, movies and more.

    The Kids' Club is next to the meeting hall. They allow kids 4-12 without supervision; however, children under 4 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Direct access to a beach
  • Gambling †
    Casino room located at the Sports Bar with slot machines and game machines.
  • Gym

    Use of gym is restricted to guests over 18 years of age. Sports shoes are required when using the gym.

  • Motorized Water Sports †
    - Wave runners
    - Banana rides
    - Fishing
  • Non-Motorized Water Sports
    - Windsurfing
    - Sailing
    - Snorkeling
    - Paddle boats
    - Kayaking
    - Introductory scuba lesson in pool
  • Pool

    There are 3 pools and 24 hour sports bar.

  • Sauna

    Use of sauna is restricted to guests over 18 years of age.

  • Spa †
    Renova Spa offering guests massages, beauty salon, etc.
  • Tennis court
    Floodlit hard surface tennis court.
  • Water activities
    Splash Water World (free unlimited access exclusively for guests).
  • Whirlpool
    The Waterpark is located next to the Kids' Club. There are 2 slides, one that accommodates kids of any age and a bigger one that only kids 12 year olds or older can use. There is also a height requirement for this slide.
Off-Site Recreation
  • Golf †
    There is a golf course located within 10 miles of the property.

On-Site Attraction
  • On-site Entertainment
    Musical performances and Riu theme shows:
    Typical dances
    Broadway show
    FamousEtc.

† Fees may apply

Guest Reviews from CheapCaribbean Customers

Customer Ratings & Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_4.0 13532 reviews
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    RIU Ocho Rios is the best Hotel for Vacationing

    Service is excellent, from the front desk to the beachside area. The beach is beautiful and the water is clear and nice, it’s great for relaxation. The entire staff that we interacted with were very friendly and courteous. The entertainment and fun activities were great and the bar staff provides excellent services. The rooms are clean and spacious, its overall good value for the all-inclusive package. The food especially the buffet style was excellent, you get to enjoy and choose from a wide variety that tasted so delicious. The overall hotel is 10/10 and nothing less. I will invite anyone who desires to book a stay at any hotel to choose RIU Ocho Rios Jamaica.

    Jul 17, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Birthday trip

    It was an excellent stay. My husband and myself enjoyed ourselves. It was my birthday so that made it even more special. The food, ambiance and hospitality was good.

    Jul 16, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 2.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Avoid.

    Building 3 stinks of sewage. Especially ground floor. We traveled with my 13 months old nephew even him they left for one more night in the stinky room. We wasted at least 6 hours for a battle with the front desk to be moved in other rooms. They had the nerve to pretend they don't know what we are talking about. Now back home my clothes stink of mold/ sewage and had to be washed, even the one I didnt ware. Everyday there was a problem with something. Cleaning staff and gardiners are hardworking but they cant fix bad infastructure. Cooks know there job. Very tasty food. But for 2000 CAD I can have quite the meal in Toronto. There are some nice server and bartender, but there was not a single day without somebody showing attitude. A lot of rude people outside of the resort too. Will never travel to Jamaica again. Will avoid Riu chain at all costs.

    Jul 16, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    The best holiday ever!!!

    I've got but good things to say. The hotel was one of the best I've stayed in. The entertainment and the entertainment staff were amazing, especially Sabrina, Fabien and Titi. The catering staff were all lovely, food amazing and hotel so clean!! Loved it and will go again.

    Jul 16, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Great hotel for entertainment and good vibes

    Had such an amazing time at this hotel ,been several times and the response has always been the same. Good entertainment both indoor and outdoor, friendly staff and atmosphere, service around the hotel was first class, rooms cleaned daily ,hotel very clean .This place is just amazing, taxi service very good and not to mention the trips out

    Jul 16, 2025
Hotel Advisories
  • AdvisoryJAMAICA'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.
  • AdvisoryStudent 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.
  • AdvisoryThe 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 Policy
  • 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 NightApplies: Sunday - Saturday 01May25 - 23Dec26
    • Early Departure Penalty:2 NightsApplies: Sunday - Saturday 24Dec25 - 30Apr26

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