Fodor's Expert Review Sandals Ochi Beach Resort

130–131 Main St., Ocho Rios, St. Ann, Jamaica

This sprawling, couples-only resort began years ago as two separate properties and is now one of the largest resorts in the Sandals group, though it does suffer a bit of a split personality: the Riviera Seaside and Beach Club has babbling brooks, fragrant gardens, and a chic beach club, while across the road (accessible by shuttle or tunnel) is the all-butler-service Riviera Villas and Great House. Some villas are quite far from the public areas and the beach. The resort also has 16 places to eat, a large rock-climbing wall, Jamaica's first speakeasy (The Rabbit Hole), and complimentary golfing privileges with the Sandals Golf and Country Club.

PROS

  • lots of privacy
  • free weddings for guests who stay longer than three nights
  • romantic dining options

CONS

  • villas a long way from the beach
  • property can be confusing to navigate
  • over an hour from airport

QUICK FACTS

Resort
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HOTEL INFO

Phones: 888-726–3257

HOTEL DETAILS

529 rooms
Rate Includes: All-Inclusive, 2-night minimum

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