We received this resort as part of a 5 apple square deal in February. I was nervous about this resort due to the reviews on this site, however, I was amazingly surprised! The service was great (we did tip, however, not every meal or drink). The bartenders were amazing (especially at the pool bar), and there was always a staff... More

my neighbour went to sandals and we went to this rui and sounds like we enjoyed ourselves the same for a cheaper price. The staff were great the rooms clean the shows at night great, the food was 4+ at the buffet with the steakhouse being a 5. We went on the cattamaran and dunns river falls excursion and it... More

Despite what the website's reviews say, I found this to be a top notch vacation property. Booking through Apple Vacations, I wasn't informed of the name of the resort until the weekend right before departure because it was part of a special. Since I didn't choose it directly, I was a bit hesitant. The service and staff were impeccable and... More

The walls at this hotel are thin. You will hear people in other rooms moving chairs, opening drawers and talking. We were a group who stayed at this hotel occupying 4 rooms. Not one of our phones could place outgoing calls, forcing us to walk up and down the hallway to speak to each other. Also, the first night I... More

Had a very good stay here.. Standard non american hotel... Linens were awful but the all inclusive outweighed that. The food was good and the view was magnificent. Not sure if this a thing with all resorts on islands but there were NO BUGS.. like flying insects. ...non what so ever.. but if you left a drink on the counter... More

Stayed at the RIU with wife for 7 days. Very noisy as our room faced the theater and bars (other rooms may be quieter). My feeling is that this is not a quiet peaceful place, rather more nightlife and entertainment heavy place. Rooms were generally nice, but details were missing, as others have remarked. Food was remarkable good (we are... More

This place was great from the moment we arrived and were greeted with tropical drinks. The food was great with lots of selection. Jerk chicken on the beach was delish! Swim up bar is wonderful as well as the storts bar and disco. Drinks are strong and not watered down. Rooms are beautiful. I would reccommend this resort to anyone.... More

This was my second time in Jamaica, first time in Ocho Rios, staying February 3-10, 2012. I cannot understand how any human being could give this hotel any type of bad review, as I was very impressed with my experience. I found the hotel staff ALWAYS aiming to please, and reminded us that we are on vacation and to have... More

Just returned from a wonderful week at Riu Ocho Rios! To all the people who write a negative review....wha gwan???? We were a group of 7 ranging in ages from 16 to 56. None of us can think of one negative thing to say! The food was awesome every single day. Our rooms were spacious and spotlessly clean. The grounds... More