Best Hotels in Ocho Rios, Jamaica

Welcoming guests to its private beach in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, since 1950, Jamaica Inn seeks to provide a home-away-from-home experience, and its guests believe it succeeds in doing so. Its air-conditioned suites, cottages, bungalows and villas – with cerulean walls, wooden furnishings and white and yellow or blue decor that pay homage to the beach, sea and sky – all offer complimentary Wi-Fi access, minifridges and private balconies or verandas. Meander across the hotel's manicured grounds for a meal and a Red Stripe beer at the open-air restaurant, or enjoy a massage and an iced lemongrass tea at the Ocean Spa. If the beach is more your scene, you'll find free snorkel gear, kayaks, paddleboards and Sunfish sailboats there, along with daily complimentary fruit punch from 11 a.m. to noon. What's more, you'll receive free afternoon tea and light snacks, as well as evening hot and cold hors d'oeuvres. Overall, travelers rave about the property's amenities and customer service; however, the boutique hotel's laid-back atmosphere means vacationers seeking a thriving nightlife scene may want to stay elsewhere.

Sandals Royal Plantation, part of Sandals' Jamaican fleet of adults-only, all-inclusive resorts, emphasizes luxury over size. Each of its 74 ocean view suites on the Ocho Rios Riviera comes with personalized butler service to cater to your every need, as well as a marble bathroom, a king-sized bed draped in Italian linens and a private balcony or patio. The luxurious (albeit dated) digs and top-notch amenities at Royal Plantation make for a special Sandals resort, but guests say it's the friendly service from the resort staff that keeps them coming back again and again. Spend your days golfing, scuba diving or playing tennis; then, retreat to the Red Lane Spa, a Sandals staple. (Keep in mind, spa services cost extra.) After a full day, dine in the lap of luxury at one of Royal Plantation's five restaurants. For an extra swanky treat, head to C Bar, the only Champagne and caviar bar in Jamaica.

Recent guests said there was no single standout aspect of the all-inclusive Moon Palace Jamaica. Everything from the friendly staff to the well-maintained grounds to the quality of the beds in the guest rooms and suites were nothing short of superb. Activities also leave little to be desired. Along with its central location in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, Moon Palace Jamaica can organize a dolphin swim, a sunset cruise, a snorkeling excursion and tours to can't-mis sights like the Bob Marley Museum. Back at the resort, guests can unwind on the property's spotless (albeit small) beach, lounge around four pools or pamper themselves at the Awe Spa or the on-site beauty salon. Kids aren't left out, either: The Playroom offers games and supervised activities, and at the property's FlowRider, children can try riding waves on a bodyboard or surfboard. Meanwhile, adults have access to a swim-up bar and a nightclub. To satisfy their appetites, visitors can head to one of five dining venues, including a grab-and-go cafe, an open-air restaurant by the beach and a Pan-Asian eatery with a sushi chef and hibachi tables. Most past diners praised the resort's cuisine, although a few said service in the restaurants can be slow at times. When it's time to bed down, each of the property's 705 accommodations features a stocked minibar, a smart TV, free Wi-Fi access, a liquor dispenser and a complimentary bottle of red wine upon arrival.

This adults-only, all-inclusive Sandals resort in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, has both beachfront accommodations and digs secluded in the jungle. Situated amid the trees, the Riviera villas and Great House guest rooms feature wooden deck chairs that overlook 98 private or semi-private swimming pools. Every accommodation includes a king-sized bed, a plasma TV, Red Lane Spa toiletries and a private balcony or patio. Booking a room at this Sandals property grants you complimentary green fees at the nearby Sandals Golf & Country Club's 18-hole golf course, plus access to a Red Lane Spa. Overall, vacationers praise the property's friendly staff and highly recommend splurging for a room with butler service. However, many lamented the on-site dining venues. Although travelers have access to 16 eateries (plus five additional restaurants at nearby Sandals Royal Plantation), many said the cuisine served at most of the dining outposts was not up to par. Others caution that several property amenities are unavailable while the resort undergoes renovations.

Situated about 65 miles southeast of Sangster International Airport and approximately 5 miles away from Ocho Rios, Jamaica, Couples Tower Isle offers romantic activities and amenities for passionate pairs. Visitors gush about this adults-only, all-inclusive resort's clean and comfortable (albeit dated) accommodations: Suites are decorated in pastels and bamboo, with king-sized beds and private balconies or patios. For more updated digs, reserve one of the resort's Oasis Spa Villas, which offer more square footage and unlimited spa services. The five Caribbean-, Asian- and Mediterranean-inspired restaurants also earn high praise from guests for their delicate food presentations and chic surroundings. Along with cozy accommodations and romantic restaurants, Couples Tower Isle provides its guests an exhaustive list of recreational pursuits. Take a dip in one of four pools (including the Buddha plunge pool at the award-winning Oasis Spa), engage in a round of tennis, or try out nude sunbathing on a private island. Guests do note that some of Couples Tower Isle's activities – such as the free catamaran cruises – are average at best; however, travelers love the complimentary excursions to local spots like Margaritaville.

Like Jamaica's three other Couples resorts, Couples Sans Souci boasts special amenities designed to cultivate romance. Guests heap praise on this adults-only Ocho Rios resort's attentive staff, sensual spa treatments and rejuvenating mineral springs, although some say the grounds' plethora of stairs can be exhausting to traverse at times. Others caution that the resort's evening entertainment can be occasionally heard inside the accommodations. Each of the 150 suites features blue and white decor, island-inspired artwork and a private balcony that overlooks the Caribbean Sea. Standard suite amenities include king-sized beds, iPod docking stations, minibars and Gilchrist & Soames toiletries. Steal away from your room and you'll find a host of daily activities for you and your special someone, from couples yoga to snorkeling to nature walks to au naturel sunbathing on one of two private beaches. Once you've worked up an appetite, dine at one of three on-site restaurants that serve international classics and Jamaican staples. And don't forget your dancing shoes: Nightly entertainment includes steel drum bands and reggae acts, not to mention the resort's seven lively bars. The property's all-inclusive rates cover all meals and drinks, water sports, evening activities, golf and tennis, plus excursions to popular locales like Dunn's River Falls & Park and Margaritaville.

Situated about 55 miles east of Sangster International Airport along Jamaica's northern shore, the all-inclusive Jewel Dunn's River Beach Resort & Spa caters exclusively to adults. Its 250 guest rooms sprawl across three buildings – Diamond, Sapphire and Emerald Lanai – and each contains a four-poster bed atop a cool ceramic tile floor, along with a stocked minifridge, a flat-screen TV and complimentary Wi-Fi access. Also spread throughout the resort are six dining facilities; guests rave about the impeccable dishes and attentive staff found at The Jade Samurai – a Japanese, teppanyaki-style restaurant. This Curio Collection property also offers a full menu of activities: R&R-seekers may lounge on the beach or by the pools, or choose from Radiant Spa's full treatment menu, while more active travelers can take an excursion to Dunn's River Falls & Park or tee off for free at the Runaway Bay Golf Club. Plus, Hilton Honors members can use accrued points to pay for rooms at this Hilton outpost.