ClubHotel Riu Ocho Rios

We are a family of 4 (two teenagers) who stayed at the Riu Ocho Rios form 11/19 – 11/25. We vacation several times a year and have been to a variety of places. We found this a wonderful place for a family vacation and are really surprised by many of the comments made here. This resort is incredible with beautiful grounds and many amenities. The Jamaican staff tried their very best to make everything perfect for everyone. Knowing the ride form the airport is a difficult one we hired a local trusted driver whom we have used many times... more

We just returnded yesterday the 26th from Riu Ocho Rios. First let me start by saying We are pretty seasoned travelers and have been lucky enough to visit many different places. We were supposed to go to Mexico like probably half of the people at the Riu 1. The Riu is an absolutely Stunning facility. Compares very well with Most Iberostars if you have been to Iberostars. 2. Pools , there is a quieter pool on the Suite side if you are not traveling with kids and a pool on the... more

Spent one week at . My husband and I are pretty easy to please, but there were some major issues that should be considered before spending time at this resort. Hotel very nice, rooms very clean and pretty (hotel basically brand new).. At the beginning of the week, there were only a couple of things that we figured just needed to be ironed out due to the fact the hotel just opened. (1) Dinner reservation system: You have to wait in (a long) line at each respective restaurant to make reservations for each day (aside from the... more

If you have any doubts about going to RIU Ocho Rios, forget it! Unless you are real picky, or a world traveler who requires perfection, you will have a great time. I'll try to summarize things, maybe some things you haven't heard before on this forum. Flight on Air Jamaica: This was a great flight - left on time or early both coming and going. Served champagne just before we arrived, sold duty free items from the aisle cart, pretty good food. Arrival at airport and transportation: this was very smooth. It took us no time to... more

So on a last minute detour from hurrican-devastated Florida - my wife and I and our twin 21-month old's headed for Riu Ocho Rios.... some tips for travelling with little ones and what we learned about the resort: 1) FROM THE AIRPORT - A cab is a much better way to get from the airport to the hotel... After the flight and all - it's MUCH more convenient to go to the JUTA stand rather than find a bus driver, wait on the bus and wait to drop off all the other passengers... On the way back - if your kids have patience - feel free to take a... more

We visited the Riu Ocho Rios from Nov.12-19. The 2 hour bus ride was never ending. Finally when we arrived, it took 45 minutes to give us a room. When we got to the room, there was water leaking from the ceiling and we were transfered to a junior suite as compensation. The junior suite was breathtaking. Marble everywhere, a mahogany king size bed, a living room and jacuzzi and a large balcony. We were very pleased. There were a few a la carte restaurants. The steak house was ok. The japanese was excellent. The asian was excellent as well but... more

RIU Ocho Rios 11-17 to 11-21 We just returned late last night from a great 4 night trip from New Jersey to the new RIU. My wife and I had a great time and would definitely recommend the resort. There were a few glitches, but we knew it was newly open and would have some problems. Day 1 - Thursday Wake up at 3:30 am, leave for airport at 4:30. Parked near the airport and shuttled to the terminal. Check-in and security was very light at 5:30 am. Flight took off on time and was fairly comfortable. Arrival at Mobay airport... more

Hi all, I felt compelled to write this as we just came back from Riu Ocho Rios after a 4-day trip, and had a great time. After seeing all the negative reviews, I think that you need a fresh point of view. Description-We are an engaged couple, 28 and 30, and I surprised my fiance with this trip, as it was his 30th birthday. Thought Jamaica would be the perfect way to celebrate. Report: We left via Air Jamaica very early in the morning, and flight left on time. We landed safely and proceeded to immigration. This was one... more

Let me first say that I travel for business and the hotel was absolutely beautiful. The resort itself was phenomenal. The resort is brand new and had only been open a few weeks. There was an awesome deal we found on the internet. We booked our hotel on Orbitz. The hotel and all the rooms are new. In fact when we arrived, the room was not ready and I mean literally not ready. We were told to wait and they did not offer us any drink or food and we traveled about 2 hours on a bus from the airport. We recommend waiting to get transfers... more

Our family of four just returned from the RIU. We were originally booked at Negril but they had overbooked us. It was fustrating because we waited for an hour at the MB airport with our 6 and 3 year old before they decided what to do with us and how to compensate us. we did get a voucher for 4 free nights for a return stay. they also upgraded us to an ocean view but unless you are on the back side of the building you have some sort of view. It does take 2 hours to get to the resort. Once there at 9:30 we got the end of the buffet and... more