Sandals Ochi Beach Resort

Ocho Rios, Jamaica

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The hotel

The largest in the Sandals chain, this adult resort offers two holidays for the price of one. Atop a fabulously verdant hillside you'll find the Butler Village, a collection of luxury villas with shared pools surrounded by bright flowers, and the Great House, which boasts a stunning main pool with intimate cabanas. Experience an evening of live music and old-fashioned cocktails at the first speakeasy bar in the Caribbean — but, do you know the password?! Jump aboard the "Hop" bus and head across the road to the Riviera Seaside and Ochi Beach Club, fronting a beautiful stretch of white sand with a boardwalk that extends out to sea. Enjoy a beachside cocktail, soak up some sun or sail the waves of the Caribbean sea on the infamous sunset catamaran cruise, alternatively, the resorts Playmakers will be sure to get the party started with various pool games! Perhaps pool volleyball is not on your agenda? — no problem! Scattered across the resort, you will find various quiet pools for a more relaxed vibe and don't forget, a sumptuous treatment at the Red Lane® Spa will help ease you into your tropical Caribbean getaway. The Amphitheatre is the entertainment hub of the resort, hosting live Reggae nights, Talent Shows and live dancers, the perfect way to experience and celebrate the Jamaican culture. Keep a look out for the daily 'Footprint', the resorts very own newspaper, highlighting the days events and activities.

Amenities

  • Golf
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Windsurfing
  • Honeymoon
  • Wedding
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym

Where is it

Just outside Ocho Rios, on the beautiful north coast of Jamaica. Transfer time from Montego Bay Airport: 1 hour 45 minutes.

Hotel information

522 rooms and suites. The Great House and Butler Villas are located on the hillside of St. Ann Mountains, perfect for a more private romantic setting. Guests can use the complimentary shuttle service to the Riviera Seaside and Ochi Beach Club which is located across the road and enjoy the beautiful surroundings and facilities.

All rooms include air-conditioning, satellite TV, complimentary WiFi access, telephone, iPod dock with alarm clock, private bath/shower, amenity kit, coffee maker, mini-bar stocked with bottled water, juice, soda and local beer, safe, iron and board, hairdryer and 1 king-size bed. All room types sleep maximum 2 adults. Great House Luxury Rooms overlook the gardens and mountains, and have bathroom with shower/tub combination.

All Inclusive of: Sandals 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!

Riviera Bamboo Grove Deluxe Rooms are located on the first through third floors of the Harbour Club and overlook the lush gardens from the balcony, with bathroom complete with shower/tub combination.

Riviera Bamboo Grove Premium Rooms are located on the ground through third floors of the Ginger Lily building, and feature bathroom with shower/tub combination and balcony and porch, with views of the resort's pool and gardens.

Riviera Honeymoon Luxury Rooms have views of the tropical gardens from the balcony, and feature bathroom with shower/tub combination.

Riviera Grande Luxe Rooms are located on the top floors of the Harbour Club building. These rooms feature bathroom with shower/tub combination, sitting area and balcony with views of the tropical gardens.

Great House Oceanview Rooms are spacious rooms, featuring bathroom with shower/tub combination and balcony with views of the Caribbean Sea.

Honeymoon Hideaway Luxury Club Level Garden Cottages are located on the ground and first floors of the Riviera Cottages, and feature bathroom with shower/tub combination and large balcony with views of the resort's famous Banyan trees and gardens. These rooms include Club Sandals service.

Riviera Beachfront Club Level Rooms are spacious, airy rooms and feature bathroom with shower/tub combination and picture windows offering beach and ocean views. These rooms include Club Sandals service.

Poolside Club Level Villa Rooms, in an exclusive tropical retreat, on the first and second floors, features a king-size bed, full bathroom with a double sink vanity and walk-in shower, and access to your own semi-private pool.

Honeymoon Grande Luxe Poolside Villa Club Level are located on the ground and first floors of exclusive tropical hamlets, complete with French doors opening out to a semi-private pool. These rooms include Club Sandals service.

Butler Village Poolside One-Bedroom Villa Suites have an expansive bedroom and living area, bathroom with shower/tub combination and an oversized patio or balcony leading to the semi-private pool. These suites include Sandals Butler Service.

Butler Village Honeymoon Poolside One-Bedroom Villa Suites are as above. These suites include Sandals Butler Service.

Riviera Honeymoon Beachfront Club Level Rooms are open-plan spacious rooms, featuring bathroom with shower/tub combination, living area and large balcony with views of the beach and Caribbean Sea. These rooms include Club Sandals service.

Butler Village Honeymoon Oceanview One-Bedroom Poolside Villa Suites have an expansive bedroom and living area, bathroom with shower/tub combination and oversized balcony with views of the pool, gardens and ocean. These suites include Sandals Butler Service.

Riviera Honeymoon Beachfront Penthouse Club Level Rooms have enviable ocean views from their top-floor location, bathroom with shower/tub combination and large balcony. These rooms include Club Sandals service.

Great House One-Bedroom Butler Suites feature a large living room, two TVs, bathroom with shower/tub combination and an oversized balcony with views of the gardens, pool and ocean. These suites include Sandals Butler Service.

Butler Village One-Bedroom Poolside Villa Estate Suites are located on the ground and first floors of an exclusive collection of villas, each with large living room, bathroom with shower/tub combination and French doors leading out to the semi-private pool. These suites include Sandals Butler Service.

Butler Village Oceanview One-Bedroom Poolside Villa Suites are located in prime positions from which to enjoy views of the ocean, with airy living area, bathroom with shower/tub combination and private patio or veranda leading to a shared bluff-style pool deck, with 180 degree views of the Caribbean Sea. These suites include Sandals Butler Service.

Riviera Beachfront One-Bedroom Butler Suites feature large living room, expansive bedroom, bathroom with a sunken Roman-style whirlpool and walk-in shower, and an oversized balcony with ocean views. These suites include Sandals Butler Service.

Riviera Honeymoon Beachfront One Bedroom Butler Suites are as above. These suites include Sandals Butler Service.

Butler Village Honeymoon Romeo & Juliet One-Bedroom Villa Suite with Private Pool Sanctuary are unique rooms and feature it's own walled courtyard, large bathroom with walk-in shower and sunken bath tub, lounge and fully-equipped kitchen, and Roman-style private pool with water feature, outdoor rain shower and a hot tub. These suites include Sandals Butler Service.

One Bedroom Poolside Butler Villa Suite features its own living area with a television and fully stocked premium bar, a separate bedroom with a king bed, a full bathroom with walk-in shower, and patio or balcony access. You also have access to your villa’s own semi-private pool. These suites include Sandals Butler Service.

One Bedroom Poolside Butler Villa Estate Suite with a full living room with a premium bar, separate bedroom with king-size bed, full bathroom with double sink vanity and walk-in shower, and access to a semi-private pool. These suites include Sandals Butler Service.

Located within Butler Village, Villa w/4 One-Bedroom Butler Suites and Private Pool were designed with groups in mind. Each one-bedroom suite features its own living area with a television and fully stocked premium bar, separate bedroom with king-size bed, full bathroom with walk-in shower, and a patio or balcony to enjoy quiet mornings amidst lush gardens. All suites within the villa have access to a private pool with lounge chairs under shaded umbrellas and 24-hour in-room dining. These suites include Sandals Butler Service.

Club Sandals Service:

  • Dedicated Club Sandals Lounge accessible 24-hours with Club Sandals concierge available 8:00am–10:00pm daily to assist with excursions, restaurant reservations, spa bookings and anything else you may need.
  • Preferred Club Sandals Lounge check-in with chilled towel and Champagne upon arrival.
  • Weekly hosted activities such as cocktail parties, martini evenings, wine tasting, snorkelling and exclusive Island Routes tours.
  • In-room stocked mini-bar with a selection of spirits, beer and wine as well as soft drinks, juices and water.
  • Room service available from 7:00am–10:00pm daily.

Sandals Butler Service:

Providing you with uncompromising attention of a personal butler trained to the highest standards. Beginning with lemongrass-scented hand towels, welcome cocktails and culinary treats upon arrival, a private resort orientation and a luggage unpacking service you will then be supplied with a personal mobile phone to reach your Butler when needed. Your wish is their command! In addition, butler guests will also have access to all the Club Sandals amenities and weekly activities, as well as 24-hour room service.

  • Booking Bonus: Book by 30 Jun '25 to receive up to 55% off the accommodation cost between 5 Mar '25–31 Dec '27 plus save up to £725 off per booking. Terms and conditions apply. Blackout dates apply. Applies to certain room types. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. 

5-Star Global Gourmet™ at Sandals Resorts brings new sights, sounds and tastes to all guests at each meal — of course, all included! 16 dining options: Le Gourmand (classic French cuisine, breakfast and dinner, reservations required for dinner), The Jerk Shack (authentic Jamaican Jerk specialities), The Southern Table (buffet breakfast and lunch, à La Carte cuisine from the American South for dinner), Tapas on the Riviera (mixture of international flavours, open till late), Vista Gourmet/Sky Terrace (Buffet breakfast and lunch, à la carte Seafood menu for dinner), Valentino's (Italian cuisine, dinner only, reservations required), The Reef Terrace (Caribbean), Manor House (Jamaican), Dino's Pizzeria (wood-fired pizza oven), Great House Café (jerk pork and chicken, sandwiches and salads, open till late), Neptune's (Mediterranean dinner only), Kimonos (entertaining Teppanyaki, dinner only, reservations required), Soy (sushi bar, dinner only), Kelly's Dockside (à la carte cuisine, dinner only, reservations required), The Mariner's Seaside Bar & Grill and Bella Napoli Pizzeria. Chocolate Buffet night once a week. 11 bars and cocktail lounges including 3 swim-up pool bars, The Rabbit Hole speakeasy bar and Ethel's Piano Bar. Please note: Restaurants are not all open every night.

Nightly entertainment, theme nights, beach parties, cocktail parties, disco and piano bar.

5 main swimming pools, 1 scuba pool, 22 hot tubs across the resort. Largest Red Lane® Spa* in the Sandals chain and Red Lane® Fitness Centre. 30 ft rock climbing wall, volleyball, floodlit tennis courts, basketball, croquet, giant chess, table tennis and shuffleboard. Unlimited green fees at Sandals Golf & Country Club (free transfers, caddies mandatory*). Scuba-diving* (free for certified divers, fee applies to others), kayaks, snorkelling, windsurfing, Hobie cats, paddle boards and aqua trikes.

SnapShots photo shop*. Gift shops. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. Exchange Bureau. Island Routes tours and excursions desk*. Complimentary WiFi access in all room categories. Complimentary shuttle service to Riviera Seaside and Ochi Beach Club.

Good general access for guests who are able to walk short distances and can manage up to six steps. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

3 nights.

*Denotes local charge.

Two people in love over 18 years only.

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.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Fantastic resort, great staff, a good buzz and vibe to it for those wanting late night drinks & music.

مايو 5, 2025 CheekyMcBaker London, United Kingdom

My sister & I had a fantastic time at this resort. The resort is stunning, the gardens and grounds are very well maintained, our room was lowest category level in ginger Lilly building and we thought it was great for what we needed. Clean and fresh. All the staff were welcoming, friendly, say hello when walking past and always ready to… Read more
My sister & I had a fantastic time at this resort. The resort is stunning, the gardens and grounds are very well maintained, our room was lowest category level in ginger Lilly building and we thought it was great for what we needed. Clean and fresh. All the staff were welcoming, friendly, say hello when walking past and always ready to accommodate you either at a restaurant or the bar. We tried many cocktails and all bars were happy to serve these. We had no problem getting sun loungers anywhere on resort, however i believe it was only at 60% capacity. Quieter than usual for this time of year. So maybe that helped. We went to many of the restaurants and all the food was great. The only feedback i have is that in the italian us and a couple of other tables food came out warm not hot. Otherwise we had a great experience of most restaurants. Entertainment team really work hard to keep you occupied and it’s good they don’t hassle you if you want to just chill out or watch everyone else. The evening shows at the amphitheater were good and a lot of work put in. Those entertainers who come from outside resort were also fantastic. Having a pop corn machine at the beach club was a great idea when you fancied a snack. We took a Trip to the Sandals Dunns resort which is only 15 mins away and definitely worth the. Suggest going on a Friday when they have their beach party. On the way they i had a coughing fit and the driver was soo kind and stopped at a fuel garage to buy me a bottle of water. Really kind. On departure we found the bus pick up time to be very early. We asked if we could leave an hour later, which they were able to do and this worked out great. Was nice they could be flexible. The journey is 1 hour 45 mins. So be aware of this. The hop- which is the minibus that takes you to each of the 3 sections of the resort is great. We seemed to find we only waited a few minutes if that, before it arrived and we jumped on. If you love a beach i wouldn’t say this is for you, there are better sandals beaches. Towels were always stocked up and the staff worked all day to ensure this. The spa was amazing! We had a lovely massage and they looked after us. Worth booking. For atmosphere, a bit of a buzz and music til late then this resort is for you. We had some great nights in the Rabbit hole, Ethel’s and the ocean beach bar. Good fun good vibes. Staff who stood out were: Sundowner bar - Cornett Orientation & entertainment - Romario Entertainment- Mikale Diving - Dennis Beach club bar- Akeem, Odeanie Rabbit hole singer - Amelia And there’s a few I’ve forgotten. Apologies. Feedback: We were disappointed with the interactive experience at Kimonos as the chef didn’t put any effort in like the other chefs at those tables. We had no games, no flipping the utensils or egg or conversation. The lady just cooked and left. We deliberately booked the 7:30 table so that it wasn’t too late and we would have a full, fun table. The 8 of us were disappointed. One evening an amazing steel drummer was playing on hill side however i do feel like he was hidden and the pink covered high tables made it look like a private wedding not for general guest. So there was only 6 of us that evening watching. Read less
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مايو 4, 2025 jojotanno Stow, Ohio

The rooms are clean and basic. There is some needs for updates BUT we end up at this resort every time because of the staff. The staff makes this resort great! We are scuba divers so the dive team is important. Dennis and Winston are truly wonderful people and divers!! That said the whole team is good. Boncroft, Kevan, Londale, and Kemar are all… Read more
The rooms are clean and basic. There is some needs for updates BUT we end up at this resort every time because of the staff. The staff makes this resort great! We are scuba divers so the dive team is important. Dennis and Winston are truly wonderful people and divers!! That said the whole team is good. Boncroft, Kevan, Londale, and Kemar are all great! The sushi restaurant is one of our favorites. Andrew and Mark keep the atmosphere relaxed, and enjoyable! Kelly Dock Side was open and beautiful! Alloy was such a great waiter. Rabbit hole: The drinks and bartenders were the best at the resort! Lady Cher was hands down the best act on the entire resort and Lady Denise was very good. So kind! Patrice of the entertainment staff kept the pool bar lively. Photographer Akeel aka Black Panther took amazing pictures and made it fun and relaxing Last but not least Shoyan in Loyalty was the kindest person I may have ever met. What a sweet person! Read less
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مايو 4, 2025 Tim S

We had another great trip to Ochi. The staff if the best, from the greeting at the car at check-in and all through the trip the service and friendliness of them shines through. Bancroft, Kemar, Lawndale, Winston, Dennis and the rest of the crew at the Aqua Center/Dive Shop and boat were on point as they were a few years ago. Sashaye, Akeem, and… Read more
We had another great trip to Ochi. The staff if the best, from the greeting at the car at check-in and all through the trip the service and friendliness of them shines through. Bancroft, Kemar, Lawndale, Winston, Dennis and the rest of the crew at the Aqua Center/Dive Shop and boat were on point as they were a few years ago. Sashaye, Akeem, and Samantha at the Beach Club Pool Bar are top notch and keep the entertainment alive and drinks flowing. Paul (aka Kevin Hart) with Loyalty and Travel is great and met us at the pool so we didn't waste time in the office. This trip we made more of an effort to experience the shows and events, you do not want to miss them. Lady O and the rest of the Entertainment Team were fantastic and made sure everyone felt included and had a great time. They did serve drinks while sitting in the amphitheater, which is nice that you do not have to remember to bring one. For the food, this is an opportunity to step out of your normal comfort zone. Order an extra entre or appetizer if you are curious or want to try something. It is not like you will be charged more. We did that a few times. Restaurant Top Five: Kelly's Dockside (Best view and food overall) Tapas (great food and quick, the Flank Steak sandwich, Sliders and Fried Calamari are amazing. ) Vista/Sky Terrace (easy, great food for breakfast, lunch and dinner) The Reef (Hidden gem, with local style cuisine) The Southern Table (good food and service) Honorable Mentions: Soy Sushi (most seem to stop here for appetizers before a meal) Bella Napoli (great pizza but could be a little faster. Its located at the pool but requires a cover-up to eat at the table, however you can sit at a lounge chair 3 feet away without one...) Just Okay: The Mariner (Previously this was like a quick service, they now seat you at the tables used by Neptune's and you have a server. It takes a while and the food was not great. The burger was pretty bland and a salad took forever. The order was nothing special but took longer than it should have. Takes time away from the pool as it is the closest option for lunch at the Beach Club) Valentinos Cucina (food was good, about what you would expect for Italian in the Caribbean. Upscale feel and service with mid level food in my opinion. Reservation system on the app did not save our reservation but they still let us in because it was early enough.) Ice Cream Truck (limited flavors and some lactose free, melts fast, and not the best but it did the trick) Room Service (The food was good, one day they didn't answer at all, another day they were late when we scheduled the day before and we had somewhere to be that morning) Check out Miss Ethel's Piano Bar, we didn't know it was there our first trip and were upset when we found it. Great small place with some live and interactive entertainment at times. The views and history were neat to learn about. The weather, this is obviously out of Sandals control, was perfect in late April/early May. It rained in the morning and was usually out of there quickly with no impact on the day. Temperatures were awesome and comfortable. Remember your on vacation and there are plenty of indoor options and covered areas if needed. The Red Lane Spa team was great and provided recommendations if you are unsure of what you want. They do their best to accommodate you and your needs. If you are a Sandals Select Rewards member, check out the Returning Guest Dinner, a great event and a chance to socialize with other guests and some of the team members. Great food and the opportunity to see the banquet team and experience their service when you normally would not. We also got to hear of the ongoing and planned renovations for the property. All good things coming. Request: Install bathrooms at the Beach Club Pool Bar! For those hanging there for the day or those in the rental cabanas, you have to cross the sand/beach to get to the bathrooms near Kimonos before you go back. I know it is at the beach club but its a bit of a walk that is unnecessary. Overall, there is nothing that kept us from booking our next trip at Ochi for 2026. Read less
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مايو 2, 2025 Kristina H Poughkeepsie, New York

This place is amazing from the volleyball games to the rabbit hole. The talent here is amazing and I can not wait to go back. Food is amazing. Patrice and Dj Dane are amazing. Drinks are on point. This place does not let you down. Dunns river Lamar crew is amazing.
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مايو 2, 2025 Tim B

Patrice from entertainment is lovely and amazing! 🤩 the entire staff is all really nice and helpful and make sure you have a good time! Butlers Omar and Samuel are amazing! Food choices was amazing and many to choose from . Highly recommend staying here!