We just returned from a week at this resort and have to say, we were a bit disappointed. The beach is beautiful. The rooms were nice - we were upgraded to a Jr. Suite upon check in and did not even have to ask. Other than that - I don't think this should really even rate a 4 star. The...

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We just returned from a week long vacation at the clubhotel Riu Ocho Rios, Jamaica. The resort is absolutely beautiful, clean and green and well maintained. The rooms aren't anything fancy, but nice and all one needs. There was always something to do--paddle boats, kayaks, and wind surfing, snorkeling are all included in the all -inclusive, so we took them...

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Went with Thomson, no problems from start to finish. Welcoming greeting at hotel. Pauline our rep knew her stuff - take her advice she's done the job there for years. Hotel was half full, which made it feel casual and relaxed. Staff were really friendly everywhere. Receptionists, Gardeners, Room Attendants, Restaurant staff and a fantastic entertainment team. Book some trips...

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This was our 4th time to Jamaica (2nd time to Ocho Rios) and it didn't disappoint. Was this resort a 5 star luxury resort? No. But we weren't expecting that. The pool and beach were beautiful, and everyone was very nice. Our hotel room was nothing special (it had two beds pushed together), but that didn't ruin our vacation. Yes,...

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We stayed at the Riu Ocho Rios from April 30th to may 7th, 2011 It was part of my wedding group, 22 persons in total ages ranging 21 to 84. The resort is beautiful, and big, but easy to get around, not a whole lot of walking to do. Very good location. Rooms are large, with a balcony. Bathroom is...

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Good hotel. Had to lower it by 1 star because the hotel had no hot water for 3 days. Cold showers suck even in the warm Jamaican weather. Food was good, not great but good. The jerk hut on the beach was very good. We did not have any problems eith the beds or pillows. We slept like a baby....

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We went here for our honeymoon and I wish we had gone somewhere else. The resort is ok, especially if you're not picky, but it really wasn't special, romantic, and didn't feel like a honeymoon at all. Many other reviews have made reference to having been offered a "refreshing rum punch" upon arrival - we were not. Also, we were...

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From check in to check out this place was so much more than I could ever dream of it was so pretty the only thing that could have been a litte better was the food. Jerk chicken on the beach is the best chicken I have ever had!!! Both pools are awesome the beach was more awesome!! Everyone is so...

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I was there from May 14-20th. Like so many other TA readers, I was nervous based on some not-so positive previous reviews. Transfer (JTL) to the hotel was easy, stopped at a local “bar” for food/drink. Yes, it’s a little far, but it wasn’t horrible. Check in was easy and friendly but it was early so our room wasn’t ready....

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