Ocho Rios Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Ocho Rios featuring tropical scenes, swimming and a sandy beach
Ocho Rios
Ocho Rios featuring a luxury hotel or resort, general coastal views and tropical scenes
Ocho Rios featuring boating, a sandy beach and general coastal views
Ocho Rios which includes boating, a sandy beach and general coastal views

An idyllic holiday spot on Jamaica’s north coast, this town is a port for luxury cruises, a shopper’s delight and a backdrop for the capers of fictional spies.

Ocho Rios has everything that the Caribbean is known for: stunning beaches, lush rainforests, luxury hotels, energetic village life and movie-star allure. Stay in some of the most opulent resorts in the whole Caribbean in this major tourist town on the north coast.

Many international cruise ships stop at “Ochi.” The area has numerous shops, restaurants and spas catering for international travelers. Find many beaches in this stretch of coast, such as the popular Reggae Beach. The beaches often have entry fees. Lie on the beach and eat and drink or participate in other outdoor activities, including rafting, swimming with dolphins and ziplining in the surrounding rainforest. Relax at night with rum and reggae at a local bar or upscale nightclub.

The town was an industrial and fishing village until redevelopment in the 1960s. It was made famous as the setting for James Bond’s capers in Dr. No. Not far from town, visit James Bond Beach, close to Ian Fleming’s former home, the Golden Eye Villa. Noël Coward lived nearby too.

There aren’t really eight rivers in the surroundings but there are numerous waterfalls. See local natural wonders such as the Dunn’s River Falls and the Shaw Park Gardens.

Explore the region’s rich history. Near the township is the site of the Rio Nuevo battle in which the English rousted the Spanish from Jamaica in 1658. Most of the relics from the battle are gone, but you can still hear the story and see where it happened. This complements the other sites of Spanish Colonial history in the area, including Columbus Park, where Columbus supposedly first stepped ashore in 1494.

For a constructed experience, good for families, head to Island Village, which is an entertainment park with a cinema, shops, amphitheater and private beach. Turn your gaze from the ocean in Ocho Rios for a view of Jamaica’s mountain peaks standing guard behind you.

Where to stay in Ocho Rios

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Mammee Bay Estates

While Mammee Bay Estates isn't home to many top sights, Green Grotto Caves and Dunn's River Falls are some notable places to visit nearby.

Mammee Bay Estates
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River Oaks

While River Oaks isn't home to many top sights, White River Reggae Park and Prospect Plantation are some notable places to visit nearby.

River Oaks
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New Buckfield

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in New Buckfield and surrounding area, you can visit Mahogany Beach and Turtle Beach.

New Buckfield
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Great Pond

While there might not be top attractions in Great Pond, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Coconut Grove Shopping Village and Mahogany Beach.

Great Pond
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Greenwich Estate

Though Greenwich Estate may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Green Grotto Caves and Dunn's River Falls.

Greenwich Estate
Moon Palace Jamaica – All Inclusive
Moon Palace Jamaica – All Inclusive
5 out of 5
Main Street, Ocho Rios, Saint Ann
The price is £382 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
£382
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Ocho Rios. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,606 reviews)
"Everything"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Moon Palace Jamaica – All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Ocho Rios - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Ocho Rios - All Inclusive
3.5 out of 5
Mammee Bay, Ocho Rios, Saint Ann
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Ocho Rios. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,788 reviews)
"Everything was excellent from accommodations to activities and food. The only thing they can do better is the check in process. I felt they could have provided support with our luggage’s and a map to our room. They missed out on the hospitality during check in which was our first impression. Other ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Hotel Riu Ocho Rios - All Inclusive
Sago Palm Hotel
Sago Palm Hotel
4.5 out of 5
54 Main St, Ocho Rios
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £122 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
£122
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Ocho Rios. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (147 reviews)
"Staff was friendly … good service and clean!"

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

Sago Palm Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Fisherman's Point Resort
Fisherman's Point Resort
3 out of 5
Turtle River Road, Ocho Rios, Saint Ann
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Ocho Rios. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
5.8/10 (472 reviews)
"I had a nice stay and look forward to returning on my next trip to Jamaica."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Fisherman's Point Resort
SandCastles Deluxe Beach Resort
SandCastles Deluxe Beach Resort
3.5 out of 5
1 Main St, Ocho Rios, St. Anns
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Ocho Rios. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Dunn's River Falls and Taj Mahal ...
7/10 Good! (102 reviews)
Poolside partying
"The music poolside was loud and late nights Take that after party upstairs closer to the dining area. Other than that, nice for price comfortable bed, clean and lovely stay"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

SandCastles Deluxe Beach Resort
Light escape mixes luxury with homey - 2 mins from the beach!
Light escape mixes luxury with homey - 2 mins from the beach!
Ocho Rios, Saint Ann
Stay at this beach condo in Ocho Rios. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a water park. Popular attractions Dunn's River Falls and Columbus Foot Beach are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
Everton's place is top notch
"The location, customer service and the pricing makes this place totally worth it. I can attest to the safety, as there is 24 hour security at the gate. It's my second time here and will remain my go-to spot in Ochi."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

Light escape mixes luxury with homey - 2 mins from the beach!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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