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

515 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.

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 walk in shower 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.

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.

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 '26 to receive up to 55% off the accommodation cost for travel between 11 Feb '26 - 31 Dec '28 subject to room category. Subject to change. Blackout dates apply. Offers may not be combinable. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Terms and conditions apply. 

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. 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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Mar 3, 2026 Z9952DMbarbaram Whitestone, New York

Enjoyed our trip to Sandals Ochi. Were booked in a Sandals closer to Montego Bay but found that resort closed until May due to damage incurred by Hurricane Melissa.. The food was consistently good, the resort property was lovely. We did not venture to the "hill" until the last day as we were able to completely enjoy ourselves near the beach. The… Read more
Enjoyed our trip to Sandals Ochi. Were booked in a Sandals closer to Montego Bay but found that resort closed until May due to damage incurred by Hurricane Melissa.. The food was consistently good, the resort property was lovely. We did not venture to the "hill" until the last day as we were able to completely enjoy ourselves near the beach. The best part were the people working there. Huge shout out to Samantha in the gift shop who went way above and beyond to get us something we needed that was in the other gift shop on the hill. She was extraordinarily helpful. Our flight home on Sunday was cancelled as all NYC airports were closed. We were able to return home on Thursday and Sanomi at the front desk was so helpful at making sure we could stay in the same room for the extra days and rearranged our transfer. Shout out to Tishana and especially Kayciann at the pool. Unfailing friendly, attentive, personable and professional they added to our enjoyment every day. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Wow- Such an Amazing Trip!❤️

Mar 2, 2026 Lauren M

We absolutely loved our short 5 day trip! I have had nothing but great experiences with Sandals- and this was no exception. Prior, to Ochi we have stayed at Grande St. Lucian and Antigua. We booked this trip for a fun getaway having been to Ocho Rios years ago. Always wanted to go back and figured why not with Sandals. I absolutely loved Ochi… Read more
We absolutely loved our short 5 day trip! I have had nothing but great experiences with Sandals- and this was no exception. Prior, to Ochi we have stayed at Grande St. Lucian and Antigua. We booked this trip for a fun getaway having been to Ocho Rios years ago. Always wanted to go back and figured why not with Sandals. I absolutely loved Ochi and I think it might be my favorite Sandals yet! I think it all depends on what your preferences are. We are pool lovers. I love to look at the beach but I do not swim in the beach. If you are basing your trip on an excellent beach- Ochi is not for you. The beach is very small- although there are places to snorkel right by the beach. The water is beautiful as well. What Ochi does offer is a big resort with beautiful scenery and LOTS of dining choices. We stayed at the Manor side and that was our favorite. It is more peaceful and it is newer. We got upgraded upon arrival- so keep that in mind. You do not always have to buy the most expensive package. Every time we have booked with Sandals they always upgrade us for free. The resort is so friendly and pretty. If you are expecting a five star luxury resort- this is not for you. Vacation is what you make of it- and WE LOVED OURS. Thank you Ochi!! You have amazing staff and great bartenders! Missing Ochi today! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Definitely recommend Sandals and we are looking forward to coming back!!!!

Feb 28, 2026 Tom A

We had a wonderful time! The food was good and the Staff was amazing! They made sure we were well taken care of at every level. Friendly, answered any questions we had and the servers, bartenders and the room service was top notch! The young lady who cleaned our room everyday did a amazing job! Rooms were clean and comfortable with amazing… Read more
We had a wonderful time! The food was good and the Staff was amazing! They made sure we were well taken care of at every level. Friendly, answered any questions we had and the servers, bartenders and the room service was top notch! The young lady who cleaned our room everyday did a amazing job! Rooms were clean and comfortable with amazing views! Our room was in the Ochi Riviera! Special shout out to some of our servers and bartenders that were awesome... Aston,Devon,Tylan,Trevon,Basil,Suzzan,Kacyanne and Brichelle did a great job and we made good memories with them! All the restaurants were good but Kimono's Hibachi grill was the best! Sundowner Bar was awesome as well. The atmosphere, setting and views were Beautiful! Thanks to all for your hard work and dedication! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Destination Wedding and Vaca Success!

Feb 23, 2026 Crystal H World

Recently, we celebrated our wedding at Sandals Ochi Beach Resort in Ocho Rios Jamaica with 17 guests. I truly cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience. The wedding team was absolutely phenomenal. Every detail was handled with care, everything ran smoothly, and the entire day turned out even more perfect than we imagined. A heartfelt… Read more
Recently, we celebrated our wedding at Sandals Ochi Beach Resort in Ocho Rios Jamaica with 17 guests. I truly cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience. The wedding team was absolutely phenomenal. Every detail was handled with care, everything ran smoothly, and the entire day turned out even more perfect than we imagined. A heartfelt thank you to Chantal and her incredible wedding team, as well as our talented photographer, Akeel, for capturing every special moment so beautifully. The entertainment team brought amazing energy and made everyone feel included and excited throughout each pool day and late night show! Special thanks to Patrice, Panda, Lady T, and Xavier for all the great vibes all day long. And a very special shout-out to my girl Deshane for those unforgettable dance moves - I hope you mastered "Fuego"! We're also so grateful to our exceptional bartenders, Akeem and Zoe, who kept the drinks flowing with a smile. A big thank you as well to Davian, from bell hop, for taking care or us and our guests through out our stay and Neil, a butler, for outstanding service and hospitality. Shout out to Albert (unknown department), who we FINALLY got on the dance floor the night of our wedding. I'm sure I missed some other staff shout outs but over all we did not run across anyone who didn't go out of their way to greet us, help us, or make sure we were enjoying our stay. The staff is amazing here. Our wedding experience was truly unforgettable, and we are beyond thankful to everyone who made it so magical! Love Crystal and Coty (the newlyweds) Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Amazing stay at Ochi! We’ll be back!

Feb 22, 2026 D6023ZOjennifers Stockbridge, Georgia

We had a great time at Ochi! The resort is gorgeous, the staff is friendly, food is great, drinks flow steadily - overall the vibe is amazing! Fun pool and beach games daily (shoutout to Patrice!) and impressive nighttime entertainment (the aerial show was great!) We LOVED the speakeasy, very cute place with amazing cocktails. Jovi-Ann was a true… Read more
We had a great time at Ochi! The resort is gorgeous, the staff is friendly, food is great, drinks flow steadily - overall the vibe is amazing! Fun pool and beach games daily (shoutout to Patrice!) and impressive nighttime entertainment (the aerial show was great!) We LOVED the speakeasy, very cute place with amazing cocktails. Jovi-Ann was a true highlight for us - she made us wonderful martinis at the piano bar our first night and was so friendly every time we ran into her. Overall, a great experience. This is our third Sandals stay and, as usual, Sandals exceeded our expectations. We always book our next trip when on-site and Keisha in the Loyalty office made that very easy and enjoyable. See you all again soon! Read less