Silver Seas Resort Hotel is a budget oceanfront property with a tranquil atmosphere in Ocho Rios’s bustling commercial heart. It’s a faded gem that’s seen better days: the grounds are tired and the sandy waterfront is actually a crumbling breaker wall where sand and cement seem to mix. The hotel’s 30 simple rooms have tile floors, two double beds, TVs with cable, and private balconies or patios with fabulous ocean views. There are some plusses. The restaurant also has gorgeous views and serves Jamaican and international cuisine to good reviews. The hotel bar overlooks the big freshwater pool and is surrounded by lounge chairs. For an oceanfront stay with a beautiful beach, free kayaks, and a tasty Jamaican/Greek restaurant, Kaz Kreol Beach Lodge has similar rates.
Silver Seas Resort Hotel is a budget oceanfront property with a tranquil atmosphere in Ocho Rios’s bustling commercial heart. It’s a faded gem that’s seen better days: the grounds are tired and the sandy waterfront is actually a crumbling breaker wall where sand and cement seem to mix. The hotel’s 30 simple rooms have tile floors, two double beds, TVs with cable, and private balconies or patios with fabulous ocean views. There are some plusses. The restaurant also has gorgeous views and serves Jamaican and international cuisine to good reviews. The hotel bar overlooks the big freshwater pool and is surrounded by lounge chairs. For an oceanfront stay with a beautiful beach, free kayaks, and a tasty Jamaican/Greek restaurant, Kaz Kreol Beach Lodge has similar rates.
Overlooking the resort town and bay of Ochos Rios, the three pearl Mystic Ridge Resort offers free breakfast, beautiful views, and 44 rooms in a great location that’s close to beaches, restaurants, nightlife, and local attractions. Lush well-kept grounds feature a large pool, tennis courts, and an open-air restaurant and bar. Layouts range from standard rooms to two-bedroom apartments -- some with full kitchens and fabulous views; all come with furnished terraces. Mystic Ridge is by no means fancy, and the dated decor shows signs of wear and tear -- but it's a solid value option for those seeking basic resort amenities and a convenient base from which to explore the area. Travelers might want to also consider the Kaz Kreol Beach Lodge.
Overlooking the resort town and bay of Ochos Rios, the three pearl Mystic Ridge Resort offers free breakfast, beautiful views, and 44 rooms in a great location that’s close to beaches, restaurants, nightlife, and local attractions. Lush well-kept grounds feature a large pool, tennis courts, and an open-air restaurant and bar. Layouts range from standard rooms to two-bedroom apartments -- some with full kitchens and fabulous views; all come with furnished terraces. Mystic Ridge is by no means fancy, and the dated decor shows signs of wear and tear -- but it's a solid value option for those seeking basic resort amenities and a convenient base from which to explore the area. Travelers might want to also consider the Kaz Kreol Beach Lodge.
Hibiscus Lodge Hotel is an excellent mid-range option in Ocho Rios. Spread across three clifftop acres, Hibiscus Lodge offers stunning views of the Caribbean Sea and a quiet, relaxed atmosphere. The 27 rooms are clean and comfortable, and many have stunning ocean views; just don’t expect cutting edge design of high-tech amenities. There’s a nice pool, but the beach leaves a lot of to desired — it’s a man-made plot of sand on the water. The hotel’s restaurant, The Almond Tree, is popular with guests and non-guests alike, and the adjacent Swing Bar is a fun place to hang out any time of day. Hibiscus Lodge is not without faults — the hotel’s spotty Wi-Fi, tiny beach, and so-so room decor might be deal breakers for some. Moxons Beach Club is a similarly sized mid-range hotel in the area that's also worth considering. Travelers looking for something a bit more upscale in Ocho Rios might prefer Jamaica Inn, though rates are much pricier.
Hibiscus Lodge Hotel is an excellent mid-range option in Ocho Rios. Spread across three clifftop acres, Hibiscus Lodge offers stunning views of the Caribbean Sea and a quiet, relaxed atmosphere. The 27 rooms are clean and comfortable, and many have stunning ocean views; just don’t expect cutting edge design of high-tech amenities. There’s a nice pool, but the beach leaves a lot of to desired — it’s a man-made plot of sand on the water. The hotel’s restaurant, The Almond Tree, is popular with guests and non-guests alike, and the adjacent Swing Bar is a fun place to hang out any time of day. Hibiscus Lodge is not without faults — the hotel’s spotty Wi-Fi, tiny beach, and so-so room decor might be deal breakers for some. Moxons Beach Club is a similarly sized mid-range hotel in the area that's also worth considering. Travelers looking for something a bit more upscale in Ocho Rios might prefer Jamaica Inn, though rates are much pricier.
The phrase “you get what you pay for” rings true at Fisherman’s Point Resort, a shabby value property across from the cruise port in Ocho Rios. Though the hotel is within walking distance of the cruise ship pier, and tons of shops and restaurants, it has a slightly seedy vibe, with run-down rooms and an eerily quiet atmosphere. While there’s no beach, the hotel does have a mid-size pool. The property’s one redeeming quality is the delicious on-site Indian restaurant, though rooms located above it tend to have a lingering curry smell. Budget travelers will find nicer accommodations at the Pineapple Court Hotel, but it’s far from downtown and the cruise ship pier. Travelers looking for something a bit nicer might prefer Hibiscus Lodge Hotel.
The phrase “you get what you pay for” rings true at Fisherman’s Point Resort, a shabby value property across from the cruise port in Ocho Rios. Though the hotel is within walking distance of the cruise ship pier, and tons of shops and restaurants, it has a slightly seedy vibe, with run-down rooms and an eerily quiet atmosphere. While there’s no beach, the hotel does have a mid-size pool. The property’s one redeeming quality is the delicious on-site Indian restaurant, though rooms located above it tend to have a lingering curry smell. Budget travelers will find nicer accommodations at the Pineapple Court Hotel, but it’s far from downtown and the cruise ship pier. Travelers looking for something a bit nicer might prefer Hibiscus Lodge Hotel.
Kaz Kreol Beach Lodge is a two-and-a-half-pearl beachfront hotel on a sleepy bay just outside of Ocho Rios. Its 19 air-conditioned rooms have king or queen beds, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and ocean-view patios or balconies. Premium Rooms all have direct beach access. There’s no pool, but the hotel’s beach is lined with plastic lounge chairs. Free kayaks are a plus. The ocean-view restaurant gets positive reviews from previous guests, and serves Jamaican and Greek cuisine. Other amenities include an oceanfront bar, free welcome fruit or rum punch, and free one-way taxi service to downtown Ocho Rios. For an oceanfront stay with a gorgeous beach and pool that's also closer to central Ocho Rios, it’s worth checking out Sand Castles Resort.
Kaz Kreol Beach Lodge is a two-and-a-half-pearl beachfront hotel on a sleepy bay just outside of Ocho Rios. Its 19 air-conditioned rooms have king or queen beds, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and ocean-view patios or balconies. Premium Rooms all have direct beach access. There’s no pool, but the hotel’s beach is lined with plastic lounge chairs. Free kayaks are a plus. The ocean-view restaurant gets positive reviews from previous guests, and serves Jamaican and Greek cuisine. Other amenities include an oceanfront bar, free welcome fruit or rum punch, and free one-way taxi service to downtown Ocho Rios. For an oceanfront stay with a gorgeous beach and pool that's also closer to central Ocho Rios, it’s worth checking out Sand Castles Resort.
For families and groups who are more interested in a great location than a luxurious room, Rooms Ocho Rios is a solid budget choice. Rooms are basic but clean, with colorful decor -- and some obvious maintenance issues like stained tubs and chipped paint. Rooms Ocho Rios doesn't require guests to book an all-inclusive meal package, though they have several different options for those who are interested in eating exclusively on-site. There's a small, but rarely crowded, swimming pool with a swim-up bar. The beachfront, however, is the main highlight, with golden sand and calm blue water that's great for swimming. Fusion restaurant serves a la carte Jamaican and international food along with a kid's menu. A small casino and windowless fitness center are added perks considering rates, but both are in need of major updates.The property is within walking distance of a number of shops and dining options, and there are plenty of activities and attractions on the beach and close by. Compare rates at the further afield Negril Escape Resort and Spa -- the scene there is reggae boho, and prices are similarly budget-friendly.
For families and groups who are more interested in a great location than a luxurious room, Rooms Ocho Rios is a solid budget choice. Rooms are basic but clean, with colorful decor -- and some obvious maintenance issues like stained tubs and chipped paint. Rooms Ocho Rios doesn't require guests to book an all-inclusive meal package, though they have several different options for those who are interested in eating exclusively on-site. There's a small, but rarely crowded, swimming pool with a swim-up bar. The beachfront, however, is the main highlight, with golden sand and calm blue water that's great for swimming. Fusion restaurant serves a la carte Jamaican and international food along with a kid's menu. A small casino and windowless fitness center are added perks considering rates, but both are in need of major updates.The property is within walking distance of a number of shops and dining options, and there are plenty of activities and attractions on the beach and close by. Compare rates at the further afield Negril Escape Resort and Spa -- the scene there is reggae boho, and prices are similarly budget-friendly.
Sand Castles Resort is a three-pearl residence-style resort on Main Street within an easy walk to Ocho Rios’s gorgeous beach and shopping centers. The 174 air-conditioned units are a mix of studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites. Most units are individually owned and styled to the owners taste, so decor ranges. And though all have kitchenettes and most have ocean views, sadly, they’re almost all dated. The resort’s freshwater pool is surrounded by lounge chairs and cabanas and the slide is a nice plus. Hotel amenities include a tennis court, small gym, Jamaican restaurant, bar, and spa. Regular entertainment keeps things lively. For an Ocho Rios stay with multiple restaurants, a tennis court, spa, and a pool on a cliff overlooking the beach, it’s worth pricing out Hibiscus Lodge Hotel.
Sand Castles Resort is a three-pearl residence-style resort on Main Street within an easy walk to Ocho Rios’s gorgeous beach and shopping centers. The 174 air-conditioned units are a mix of studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites. Most units are individually owned and styled to the owners taste, so decor ranges. And though all have kitchenettes and most have ocean views, sadly, they’re almost all dated. The resort’s freshwater pool is surrounded by lounge chairs and cabanas and the slide is a nice plus. Hotel amenities include a tennis court, small gym, Jamaican restaurant, bar, and spa. Regular entertainment keeps things lively. For an Ocho Rios stay with multiple restaurants, a tennis court, spa, and a pool on a cliff overlooking the beach, it’s worth pricing out Hibiscus Lodge Hotel.
Situated on Jamaica’s bustling Route A3, the two-and-a-half-pearl Chrisanns Beach Resort offers pleasant apartments, a 10-minute drive from Ocho Rios. As each of the hotel's 32 apartments is individually owned, decor and features vary, though on the whole the look is homey, clean, and well-kept, with bright tropical accents throughout. All apartments include full kitchens, king-size beds, and ocean-view patios or balconies, but Wi-Fi is only free in common areas. The list of common amenities begins and ends with the pool and beach, so guests will need to venture off property for dining, entertainment, and experiences. The nearby Kaz Kreol Beach Lodge is a similarly-priced, three-pearl alternative with an on-site restaurant.
Situated on Jamaica’s bustling Route A3, the two-and-a-half-pearl Chrisanns Beach Resort offers pleasant apartments, a 10-minute drive from Ocho Rios. As each of the hotel's 32 apartments is individually owned, decor and features vary, though on the whole the look is homey, clean, and well-kept, with bright tropical accents throughout. All apartments include full kitchens, king-size beds, and ocean-view patios or balconies, but Wi-Fi is only free in common areas. The list of common amenities begins and ends with the pool and beach, so guests will need to venture off property for dining, entertainment, and experiences. The nearby Kaz Kreol Beach Lodge is a similarly-priced, three-pearl alternative with an on-site restaurant.
The upscale Couples Tower Isle just outside of Ocho Rios is a quiet adults-only all-inclusive resort with its own beautiful beach and small private island for au naturel sunbathing. The gorgeous spa is a highlight here, as is the resort’s all-inclusive package, which covers not only food and drinks but airport transfers, water sports (including scuba diving), top-shelf liquor, island excursions, airport transfers, Wi-Fi, and even catamaran cruises and green fees at a nearby golf course. Food is excellent and ranges from Caribbean to Mediterranean to poolside snacks. Rooms, however, fall a bit short in comparison due to somewhat dated island decor and basic tiled floors. Travelers seeking more luxury can book one of the hotel’s sleek villas, which offer private plunge pools and unlimited spa services, among other perks. There is some entertainment on-site, but the atmosphere is quiet and relaxing, including at the hotel’s two oceanfront pools. Moon Palace Jamaica is a good alternative for those wanting something more bustling, though be aware that kids are allowed.
The upscale Couples Tower Isle just outside of Ocho Rios is a quiet adults-only all-inclusive resort with its own beautiful beach and small private island for au naturel sunbathing. The gorgeous spa is a highlight here, as is the resort’s all-inclusive package, which covers not only food and drinks but airport transfers, water sports (including scuba diving), top-shelf liquor, island excursions, airport transfers, Wi-Fi, and even catamaran cruises and green fees at a nearby golf course. Food is excellent and ranges from Caribbean to Mediterranean to poolside snacks. Rooms, however, fall a bit short in comparison due to somewhat dated island decor and basic tiled floors. Travelers seeking more luxury can book one of the hotel’s sleek villas, which offer private plunge pools and unlimited spa services, among other perks. There is some entertainment on-site, but the atmosphere is quiet and relaxing, including at the hotel’s two oceanfront pools. Moon Palace Jamaica is a good alternative for those wanting something more bustling, though be aware that kids are allowed.