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Hotel Riu Ocho RiosvsHalf Moon
Both hotels are recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, Half Moon is preferred by most reviewers compared to Hotel Riu Ocho Rios. Half Moon ranks #13 in Jamaica with approval from 9 reviews like Fodor's, Oyster and The Telegraph.
Hotel Riu Ocho Rios
Star Service
Fodor's
Frommer's
Mammee Bay, St Ann, Ocho Rios, Jamaica
From $541/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Star Service "Towering above the turquoise coastline like an oversized white serpent, this vast S-shape property soaks up hordes of American and European tourists like a wet sponge." Full review
Fodor's "This sprawling resort, built in two U-shape wings each overlooking a pool, is one of the largest in Jamaica." Full review
Frommer's "A long horseshoe of white towers rings a vast pool with a swim-up bar, and beyond is a perfect white sand crescent of a beach" Full review
Half Moon Frommer's
Concierge
Jetsetter Fodor's
Travel + Leisure Star Service
Gayot
The Telegraph
Condé Nast Traveler
Forbes Travel Guide Show All Reviews
Rose Hall, Montego Bay, Jamaica
From $483/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's "One of the Caribbean's grandest and most appealing hotels." Full review
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Concierge "Seven miles east of Montego Bay, Half Moon is the island's most upscale all-inclusive resort."
Jetsetter "Sprawling beachfront resort with 54 pools, a golf course, a spa, an equestrian center and a dolphin lagoon." Full review
Fodor's "Half Moon seems more like a town than a mere resort.... one of Jamaica's biggest resorts." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Legendary 59-year-old estate on 400 acres, 15 minutes from the airport, that offers polished service and a multitude of amenities, including a new 68,000-square-foot spa." Full review
Star Service "This gracious colonial holiday resort centers on a residential-style mansion with sea-view villas and suites spreading out from both sides." Full review
Gayot "This bucket list resort has been a favorite with celebs for more than half a century."
The Telegraph8.0
"A large, luxurious resort hotel, classically Caribbean in style, but with modern facilities." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Families will appreciate a new marketplace and café for takeaway snacks and an all-day, casual dining room. 57 guest rooms contain an impressive number of cheerful works of art by Jamaican artists." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"While the promise of two beautiful private beaches might coax you into visiting Half Moon in Montego Bay, Jamaica, you’ll find other reasons to stay." Full review
