Ocho Rios

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

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 travellers. 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, amphitheatre 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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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 Maima Seville Great House & Heritage Park.

Greenwich Estate
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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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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 River Park.

New Buckfield
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River Oaks

While River Oaks isn't home to many top sights, White River Reggae Park and Coconut Grove Shopping Village are some notable places to visit nearby.

River Oaks
Hotel Riu Ocho Rios - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Ocho Rios - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Mammee Bay, Ocho Rios, Saint Ann
The price is RM809 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
RM809
RM947 total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach property in Ocho Rios. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,788 reviews)
"Beautiful place for a vacation"

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Hotel Riu Ocho Rios - All Inclusive
Moon Palace Jamaica – All Inclusive

Moon Palace Jamaica – All Inclusive

5 out of 5
Main Street, Ocho Rios, Saint Ann
The price is RM1,387 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
RM1,387
RM1,543 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury property in Ocho Rios. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,817 reviews)
"Clean room"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Moon Palace Jamaica – All Inclusive
Hibiscus Lodge

Hibiscus Lodge

3 out of 5
83-85 Main Street, Ocho Rios, Saint Ann
The price is RM564 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
RM564
RM681 total
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Ocho Rios. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (646 reviews)
"Stuff were friendly."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Hibiscus Lodge
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 WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
5.8/10 (492 reviews)
"For the money no, food, no drinks, no air conditioning throughout, only bedroom, no entertainment, no pool (not working) tv not working (no signal)"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 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 WiFi, a beach locale, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Dunn's River Falls and Taj Mahal ...
7/10 Good! (107 reviews)
"Great Location"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

SandCastles Deluxe Beach Resort
Carib Waves

Carib Waves

2 out of 5
97 Main St, Balcony, Ocho Rios, St. Ann Parish
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Ocho Rios. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Dunn's River Falls and Mahogany Beach ...
Carib Waves
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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