Hotel Riu Ocho RiosvsJewel Runaway Bay Beach Resort & Waterpark
Both properties are recommended by travel writers. On balance, Jewel Runaway Bay Beach & Golf Resort ranks marginally higher than Hotel Riu Ocho Rios. Jewel Runaway Bay Beach & Golf Resort has a TripExpert Score of 79 with accolades from 5 publications like Oyster, Star Service and DK Eyewitness.
Hotel Riu Ocho Rios
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
Jewel Runaway Bay Beach Resort & Waterpark
Main Street, North Coast Hwy, St. Ann, Runaway Bay, Jamaica
From $239/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"You reach this stylish all-inclusive resort by passing through a park filled with tropical trees and shrubbery leads to the clubhouse." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"Stretching out over 20 acres, Jewel offers 3 pools, the Radiant Spa, beachside trapeze, quality liquor, live reggae, decent food, and even bingo (a must-do for swinging retirees)." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Formerly Breezes, this all-inclusive option on a lovely strip of beach has all watersports imaginable, tennis courts, and its won 18-hole PGA golf course just across the road."
Fodor's
"Geared to active adults and families, this luxury all-inclusive has a championship golf course." Full review
Star Service
"This well-rehearsed, all-inclusive house is geared toward the cash-conscious upwardly mobile, those too young for Grand Lido and too adventurous for Boscobel Beach." Full review
Frommer's
"There are five categories of tropical-comfy guest room—defined largely by the view and level of service—scattered across nine low buildings." Full review