Sandals Royal Plantation Ocho Rios

Ocho Rios, Jamaica

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The hotel

The most exquisite all-Butler resort to ever call the Caribbean home, Sandals Royal Plantation quite simply redefines luxurious island escapism. Sitting on a bluff overlooking not one, but two silky sand twin-cove beaches, the intoxicating sanctuary grants each of its 74 sumptuous suites heart-stopping views of the ocean and exclusive Butler Service. Bask blissfully on glorious golden-sand coves, where you can spend countless hours soaking in the sunshine and sipping on 'mangosas' delivered by unobtrusive Beach Butlers, or unwind with a relaxing treatment in the exclusive Red Lane® Spa.

Amenities

  • Golf
  • Hobie Cats
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Windsurfing
  • Honeymoon
  • Wedding
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment

Where is it

Situated just outside Ocho Rios, on the northern coast of Jamaica. Transfer time from Montego Bay Airport: 1 hour 30 minutes.

Hotel information

74 suites, all with ocean views and Sandals Butler Service. All suites have French balconies, custom-made mahogany furniture, air-conditioning, plush robes, iron and board, hair dryer, 32" cable TV, in-suite bar, complimentary WiFi access, CD player, 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults. Marquis Oceanfront Butler Suites are located in the East Wing, and are spacious rooms with living space.

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!

Regent Oceanfront Butler Suites are located in the West Wing in an oceanfront setting. Each room has a marble bath tub and a living space.

Viceroy Honeymoon Oceanfront Butler Suites are located in the East Wing and are open-partition rooms separating the living space and bedroom, and feature a marble bath tub.

Monarch Oceanfront Butler Suites are located in the West Wing and feature a dining space and marble-laden bathroom.

Royal Monarch Oceanfront Butler Suites are located in the West Wing, and are larger open-partition plan rooms, separating the living space and the bedroom. Each room has a marble bath tub.

Grand Duke Oceanfront Butler Suites are larger suites and are located in the East Wing. These rooms are open-partition plan rooms, featuring bathroom with Roman soaking tub and separate walk-in shower.

Grand Duchess Oceanfront Verandah Butler Suites are located in the West Wing and feature a large, spectacular verandah overlooking the ocean. The bathroom features Roman soaking tub and separate walk-in shower.

Royal Oceanfront One Bedroom Butler Suites overlook the resort's East Beach. These suites feature a luxurious marble bathroom with large Roman tub and separate walk-in shower.

Imperial Oceanfront One Bedroom Butler Suites are located atop the resort's beachfront West Wing. These suites feature two walkout balconies, a separate living area, and bathroom with walk-in shower and Roman soaking tub.

Governor General Oceanfront One-Bedroom Butler Suites are located on the top floor of the beachfront West Wing. These suites feature a spacious living and dining area, separate from the grand master bedroom, bathroom with a walk-in shower and Roman soaking tub, and two balconies.

Villa Plantana is a unique expansive villa comprising of 1-, 2- or 3-bedrooms complete with its own swimming pool. Set above the resort's quiet East Beach, the villa boasts it's own separate driveway and stone walkway, expansive living and dining areas, bedrooms with their own patios, and a private pool exclusive to the villa guests.

Sandals Butler Elite 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, you will also have 24-hour room service.

5-Star Global Gourmet™ at Sandals Resorts brings new sights, sounds and tastes to all guests at each meal — of course, all included! 5 dining options: Le Papillon, Jamaica’s finest French restaurant with the most exotic choice of seafood and meat dishes prepared by award wining chefs. The Terrace, fine à la carte dining under the stars with authentic Caribbean and Mediterranean fusion cuisine. Royal Grill offers hearty and light favourites with a Caribbean flair in a beachside setting. The Wobbly Peacock Pub, British-style pub serving pub fare menu. 2 full service bars serving premium brand drinks. C Bar*, the only caviar and Champagne bar in Jamaica, serving the finest Osetra caviar along with exclusive Champagne. Tea Terrace serving daily afternoon tea with an assortment of scones and delicious pastries. Royal Beach Butler Service that brings full food and beverages right to your beach chair.

Nightly entertainment with live music band, piano melodies and cocktail parties. Jewellery making classes. Cocktail master classes.

2 freshwater swimming pools, 1 outdoor Jacuzzi and 1 freshwater plunge pool. Red Lane® Spa*. Pool table, board games, day and night tennis (2 courts), tennis pro available*. Aquatrikes, glass-bottom boat, kayaks, windsurfing, paddle boards, Hobie cats and snorkelling. Scuba-diving* (free for certified divers). Complimentary green fees and transfers to Sandals Golf & Country Club for all Sandals guests (caddies mandatory*).

Laundry/dry cleaning service*. SnapShots photo shop*. Gift shop. Complimentary WiFi access in all room categories and public areas with unrestricted number of connected devices.

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 Ultimate Relaxation

Jul 20, 2025 Meander695530 Houston, Texas

Our first trip to Jamaica Royal Plantation was in April 2025 and loved it so much I booked a trip for July 2025. I have never booked a trip to the same place twice (we like to explore new countries when we have vacation time). However, this resort changed my mind. I had to come back to make sure I didn’t imagine the entire stay. It truly feels… Read more
Our first trip to Jamaica Royal Plantation was in April 2025 and loved it so much I booked a trip for July 2025. I have never booked a trip to the same place twice (we like to explore new countries when we have vacation time). However, this resort changed my mind. I had to come back to make sure I didn’t imagine the entire stay. It truly feels like a resort for royalty. Everyone will know your name, food/drink preferences and how you to prefer to relax within the first day. We are low key - my partner likes to read under the patio or sun shade and I like to dip my toes in the pool or ocean. Every single guest feels valued (it is a small resort so you meet your ‘neighbors’ and have chats at breakfast or lunch). The butlers go above and beyond to make sure you don’t worry about a thing. My shout is to our butlers Anthony and Robert. They never missed an opportunity to make our vacation amazing! Finally, Omar…the amazing general manger. WOW. I have never met a general manager of any Caribbean resort, and certainly never one that is always present, greeting guests by name (and bringing popsicles to beach - for real!) I wish I could go back in three months…I think every guest does…but I will DEFINITELY be back within the year. Yes, it is that good. ❤️ Read less
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Jul 17, 2025 anglynnhamp Grovetown, Georgia

Sandals Royal Plantation has become our little 'Heaven on Earth'. Our first trip there was when we had our 'Weddingmoon' in 2018. We went back in 2024 and again in 2025. We love the quiet, relaxing, and rejuvenating aspects of the resort. Our butlers, Adrian and Alrick, are always so personable and accommodating. The GM, Omar, is so welcoming and… Read more
Sandals Royal Plantation has become our little 'Heaven on Earth'. Our first trip there was when we had our 'Weddingmoon' in 2018. We went back in 2024 and again in 2025. We love the quiet, relaxing, and rejuvenating aspects of the resort. Our butlers, Adrian and Alrick, are always so personable and accommodating. The GM, Omar, is so welcoming and has the best memory out of anyone we know. The entertainers, Brandon and Nataki, are wonderful singers and so very sweet to talk to. We thoroughly enjoy getting to know, and chatting with, the waiters, waitresses, and beach butlers. Please do not hesitate to book this resort if you are looking to be pampered and experience a serene vacation!!! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Do Not Wait to book a trip here!

Jul 15, 2025 Cheryl a

Do Not Wait to book a trip here! Just got back from this blissfully happy resort and we already booked on site. This is something we have NEVER done before. The GM Omar, will make sure your are well taken care of! The food is SOOO good you will actually cry, if your lucky enough to have the Private Chef Experience in your room. The Beach is… Read more
Do Not Wait to book a trip here! Just got back from this blissfully happy resort and we already booked on site. This is something we have NEVER done before. The GM Omar, will make sure your are well taken care of! The food is SOOO good you will actually cry, if your lucky enough to have the Private Chef Experience in your room. The Beach is Lovely. The Water is perfect. The Staff Members are exceptional. Our Butlers were absolutely AMAZING :) I booked the outdoor massage, and was treated like a Queen. We were lucky enough to book the Private Villa at this resort and it did not disappoint. Quiet, Relaxing, and Peaceful. 5 star experience. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Our little home away from home special gem!

Jul 14, 2025 ayolask Gainesville, Florida

What can we say about Sandals Royal Plantation, aka our home away from home? This place is the best kept secret of the Sandals resort family. It is a small, step filled resort on a hillside that boasts beautiful beach views from what I believe is almost every room and sunsets that will take your breath away. The team that operates this gem of a… Read more
What can we say about Sandals Royal Plantation, aka our home away from home? This place is the best kept secret of the Sandals resort family. It is a small, step filled resort on a hillside that boasts beautiful beach views from what I believe is almost every room and sunsets that will take your breath away. The team that operates this gem of a resort is what makes absolutely all the difference. Every single person encountered is absolutely wonderful, kind, and make you feel special. I will be listing some but I am sure I may forget some, and for that I hope I am forgiven. As you may or may not know, this resort is a butler only resort. We had the wonderful experience of having the dream team combo of Bebeato & Marvin. Just the two kindest, easiest going and sweetest humans. Nothing asked is ever a problem and everything was always delivered with a smile. From the moment they walked us into our awesome room with an AWESOME view, with sweet anniversary greetings, to the moment they had to sadly evict us. Marlene made sure our room was always clean and turned down by the time we returned. We were so glad we got to at least greet her on our last day. In terms of food - this place is top notch. I am unsure how many chefs are around that make the culinary magic of this place, but every meal was divine and the service that goes along with it is second to none. We had the wonderful experience of being served by Sherika at the Royal Grille on our last day (because we're spoiled by our butler team who brought us food daily at the beach or to our room), and Deaundre at the Terrace. They made sure every detail and ask was delivered on and then some! The beach butler team made up of the amazing trio that is Daniello, Trevardo and Romaine are simply the best! Daniello even treated us to a sweet surprise to go along with our drinks on our anniversary :) These guys work hard under the Jamaican sun to ensure we all keep our cups filled with a cool beverage. Not far from the superior food team service, then comes our wonderful bar team. There are not enough words to describe the smiles and fabulous drinks created by the amazing Crocodile, Garnett! But let us of course do a shout out for the amazing Junior & Jahvaine who also ensure your drink is never empty at the bar. And if you choose to sit outside to watch the stars or watch the evening entertainment, the wonderful Treselle is there taking care of you as well. Which transitions us into the unmatched entertainment team. We LOVE the SRP Entertainment team. This was our first time meeting Marvin and Nataki and we look forward to getting to know them better in future stays. They ensured that we knew what guaranteed line ups we could expect and even prepared us for our New Year's return :) But I can't keep going without letting you know how the mighty King Alex has stolen our hearts! He keeps us all super entertained, has a gorgeous singing voice and is just an overall gem! Brandon has the patience of a saint and is filling the place with smiles and engagement in ways that I haven't seen in any other Sandals property! And not far from entertainment, but of a different kind, we move to the Water Sports team led by the amazing Fabian. Fabian and Tivawne took us out on a morning escape and there are no words to make this romantic getaway justice. We were able to snorkel around a shipwreck, get a bit of historical lessons in the area and just take in the gorgeous turquoise waters in the area. We got to see SO much sea life and have such great conversations with this fabulous duo. They also were wonderful, along with the other aqua sports team members, in getting kayaks, the hobie cat sails to keep us entertained on the quieter beach :) This team works hard. If not working hard to keep the guests supplied with all of their water sports needs, you would see them out cleaning boats, gear, and so on. We can't wait to hang out with them in the water when we return. Which I have kept saying...indeed, we are returning. Mahesh and Sequoia will make sure they understand all of your travel needs and provide you an incredible offer to ensure your return to this piece of heaven, or any other Sandals property you wish to check out. The Loyalty team takes the time to know you, your interests and preferences. Simply amazing! But I would be remiss to say that as a manager myself, I know that this place is as magical as it is due to the leadership of the one and only Omar. Omar is a general manager like no other. He ensures *every single* guests feels seen, known, and welcomed. All it took was a good warm greeting from Omar, requesting that we return and that's all it took. You lead by example, and we see Omar helping his team with anything needed and ensuring that this place remains special. You can probably guarantee our return to the Sandals Royal Plantation for as long as the magic attained by Omar doesn't ever disappear. So for now, it is a can't wait to come back home soon :) Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Sandals Royal Plantation's Warm Customer Service

Jul 14, 2025 Dennis G

Unfailingly warm and friendly customer service on the part of all team members made all the difference to us, during this relatively short vacation. Our butlers merit special mention, as always. We add the Guest Relations staff, and the massage therapists at the Red Lane Spa. In addition, the Sandals Royal Plantation environment encourages the… Read more
Unfailingly warm and friendly customer service on the part of all team members made all the difference to us, during this relatively short vacation. Our butlers merit special mention, as always. We add the Guest Relations staff, and the massage therapists at the Red Lane Spa. In addition, the Sandals Royal Plantation environment encourages the guests themselves to engage in pleasant interactions, as they meet each other. Read less