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 all-inclusive; 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.

5-Star dining 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.

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 Fun time horrible rooms.

Aug 4, 2026 Sunshine56012562843

o first let me say we did have a great time over all here. The pools were great, the view was great and the staff was polite. We really like the party atmosphere around the pool. But the rooms here are AWFUL. Any one who says these rooms are nice must never stay in even a basic hotel. Dated is an understatement. The bathrooms literally looked… Read more
o first let me say we did have a great time over all here. The pools were great, the view was great and the staff was polite. We really like the party atmosphere around the pool. But the rooms here are AWFUL. Any one who says these rooms are nice must never stay in even a basic hotel. Dated is an understatement. The bathrooms literally looked like something in an old motel 8. I have included pictures. We complained because we had no water pressure and then we had zero hot water. So we got moved from the 3rd to the top floor in the Rivera tower. The room still looked identical. We at least had good water pressure and hot water in the new room that we hadn’t before. Beds in both rooms were SO squeaky that they would wake me and my wife up any time we slightly moved. Probably one of the worst things was the roach running across the table top in the hibachi restaurant and the waiter acting like it wasn’t a big deal at all. Read less
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Aug 4, 2026 Jd12022

If you read any negative reviews......ignore them....this resort is amazing.....it's split into 2 and it's like 2 resorts in 1......food is magnificent.....rooms fab......service is brilliant......I won't go on about it.....you must go here.....do not think twice
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Aug 3, 2026 michael g Jamaica

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Yesterday, my wife and I found ourselves in a very stressful situation when the charter vehicle we were traveling in broke down directly in front of Sandals South Coast. (3hrs away from our home resort in Ochi)we felt a sense of security and that we would be taken care of. Carol Bourke the General Manager of Sandals South Coast contacted… Read more
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Yesterday, my wife and I found ourselves in a very stressful situation when the charter vehicle we were traveling in broke down directly in front of Sandals South Coast. (3hrs away from our home resort in Ochi)we felt a sense of security and that we would be taken care of. Carol Bourke the General Manager of Sandals South Coast contacted Charles Blacher, the General Manager of Sandals Ochi, and without hesitation he stepped in to help. He immediately arranged for us to be picked up and ensured that we were safe and taken care of during a very difficult time. In today’s world, it’s rare to encounter people who demonstrates such genuine compassion, kindness, and leadership. Mrs Bourke and Mr Blacher went above and beyond for two complete strangers, and we will never forget his generosity. Thank you, Carol and Charles, for your outstanding character and willingness to help when we needed it most. Your actions speak volumes about the values of Sandals , and because of your kindness, we will always think highly of your resort. We are truly grateful. Read less
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Jul 31, 2026 Anna J

My husband and I had an absolutely fantastic experience at sandals Ochi. We were offered a free room upgrade upon booking as it was our honeymoon. Upon arrival, team members welcomed us with warm hospitality, taking our bags, driving us to our room, carrying our bags in, and showing us all our amenities in detail. Our room had a garden view and a… Read more
My husband and I had an absolutely fantastic experience at sandals Ochi. We were offered a free room upgrade upon booking as it was our honeymoon. Upon arrival, team members welcomed us with warm hospitality, taking our bags, driving us to our room, carrying our bags in, and showing us all our amenities in detail. Our room had a garden view and a semi-private pool shared with only 3 other suites. We loved that it was only a short walk to the lobby, shuttle, and pool! Everyone was constantly so welcoming and made the atmosphere truly enjoyable to be in and there was ALWAYS something to do. We did not have a single negative interaction with anyone, staff or guest. The housekeeping came around the same time every day, making it decently predictable when we’d need to be out and about and always did a great job, almost making us feel guilty for leaving it such a mess in the morning lol. On top of all of that, we truly felt at home here. We made connections with 2 amazing staff for the insider’s club (join it, it’s worth it). Shadine and Shanteel made our stay so special. We first met them by the pool at different times and then learned they worked closely together. We made a few stops to say hi throughout the week and chat with them and even booked our next trip with Shanteel who was so accommodating during the booking process. They realized they wouldn’t be here on our departure day, so they made it a point to see us the day before and Shanteel even got dinner with us. Shadine sadly couldn’t join our meal due to work commitments, but we know she would have if she could have. We will miss them dearly but this will not be the last time we see them!! Truly, if you make an effort to know the staff, they will double that effort to know you! Shadine and Shanteel, if you’re reading this, thank you!! We will miss seeing you everyday! We will be back! With love, Luke and Anna Jordan Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating 7 Nights at Sandals Ochi: Our Honest First-Timer Review

Jul 29, 2026 VanDave2026 Drummondville, Canada

We're currently heading home and writing this review from the plane after an amazing 7-night stay that ended today. This was our very first experience at a Sandals resort, so we wanted to share our honest thoughts, the good and the not-so-good, to help future guests. Room: We had a Premium Riviera Bamboo Grove room located on the beach side. It… Read more
We're currently heading home and writing this review from the plane after an amazing 7-night stay that ended today. This was our very first experience at a Sandals resort, so we wanted to share our honest thoughts, the good and the not-so-good, to help future guests. Room: We had a Premium Riviera Bamboo Grove room located on the beach side. It was perfectly located and very well maintained. Housekeeping did a great job every day, and the fridge was always fully stocked! The bathroom could use an update and could be a bit bigger, but it was perfectly functional and comfortable. Entertainment Team: So good! Lady Cherene (at the Rabbit Hole) is amazing. We can't wait to tell everyone we saw her there when she becomes famous! Her voice is incredible. Honestly, every show we saw was great! Restaurants: Junior at Valentino made my birthday dinner extra special, and the chef was very accommodating with my allergies. All the food on site was good! Make sure you try the shrimp at Sweet Woods, we absolutely loved it. We also really enjoyed Tapas for lunch. Le Gourmand was our favorite dinner restaurant! Dive Team: We mainly chose Sandals because of the two included dives per day, but we were disappointed, to say the least. When we went to the dive shop to register on our first day, the staff seemed cold and uninterested. Once on the boat and in the water, everything felt extremely rushed. There was little to no dive site briefing, and once we entered the water, it felt like a race until the dive ended. The dives were limited to about 35 minutes, regardless of how much air anyone had left. We understood they would be timed dives since they're included, but 35 minutes felt quite short. The dive masters rarely took the time to point out marine life, and when we showed them something interesting, they often took the opportunity to touch or play with it, which is really disrespectful to the reef and its wildlife. On Sunday, no one informed us that there would only be one dive, even though we had told them several times that we wanted to do both dives. It wasn't until we were setting up our gear after the first dive that they casually mentioned Sundays only have one dive. However, the website clearly states that two dives per day are included. We are advanced divers and know what we're doing, but if I had been a newer diver, I would not have felt safe. The dive guides looked back at the group maybe twice during the dive and were often many feet ahead of everyone. If something had happened, they probably wouldn't have noticed. We also did a fairly deep dive, yet nitrox wasn't available. Our no-decompression limits were getting quite low, and they never asked to see if our ndl were ok. We've been on many dive trips, and this is the first time we've had this kind of experience. It honestly felt like the dive guides no longer enjoyed their jobs. That being said, the boat crew was incredibly friendly! We shared our concerns with the management team when they came by the beach that afternoon. They seemed to take the feedback seriously and said they would make adjustments. Interestingly, a few other couples overheard us and told us they had experienced the same issues, even several months earlier. We also booked an excursion through Viator because it was much more affordable. The resort gave the driver a hard time when he came to pick us up, and he told us they always have this issue at Ochi, but not at any other Sandals resort. Airport Transfer: Our departure shuttle to the airport arrived an hour and a half late. The driver was speeding and driving very dangerously, making several illegal passes. One passenger even asked him to slow down and drive more safely because it was honestly scary. We still arrived at the airport about two hours before our flight, so everything worked out, but it made for a very stressful end to the trip. Overall: Overall, we had a great vacation, and the employees throughout the resort were incredibly kind and welcoming. However, as divers, our experience with the dive operation, paired with the stressful airport transfer, may prevent us from booking with sandals again. That said, we've heard great things about the diving at other Sandals resorts, so we'll see where life takes us next! Read less