I just spent a week at the Riu (May 11-18). We went down for a wedding. Let me just start by saying the beach there is absolutely, breathtakingly amazing. The sand is so white, no stones, well groomed, and LOTS of lounge chairs. There was 1600 people staying at the resort and we NEVER had a problem getting a chair.... More

My husband and I just returned from a week at the Riu. We had an amazing time and it was mostly to do with the staff, and the amazing people we met. The negative reviews of the staff are unfair, as we had an excellent experience. The only complaints with the hotel was that 1) we had reserved a king... More

My Husband & I booked out vacation May 6 through May 13 2013.We were both VERY exited because it was the first time we booked with the RIU Hotel, our visit however was very DISAPPOINTING to say the least! If your expecting a Wonderful and heart warming welcome DONT EXPECT IT ! Upon our arrival, which was later in the... More

The location of the hotel next to the beach is great, best beach we have been to. Rooms good and food well above average, the only downside is the entertainment which left a lot to be desired, it is the first holiday I have been to where we have played cards. The dancers were good along with the resident singers... More

Our trip to riu ocho rios was terrible, the third day my wife stepped out of the bathtub on what they call a bathmat (which is just a towel) it slid across the floor she fell and broke her wrist. They offered no help just gave us prices of the places that would help. We tried to leave early but... More

W just returned from the Riu, we stayed May 11th -May 17th. We stayed in the deluxe building and had a oceanview. Overall, it was a great vacation. As most have mentioned, there were positives and negatives. I had read the reviews so I knew exactly what to expect at the resort. Here are my comments: Positives Spa-We did the... More

I've been to a few 5-star, all-inclusives in the caribbean and let me tell you, this ain't it! Having said that, it all depends on what you're in it for. If you're celebrating a birthday/anniversary and just want to party, perhaps this isthe resort for you. But if you're looking for some R&R, looking to get married, or want something... More

Let me first say that I have no regrets about staying at this hotel. I fell in love with Jamaica the second I landed. Our room was great, the food had its ups and downs but mostly ups... The staff were sweet, fun and entertaining. The beach, weather and jerk hut were by far my highlights. Really and truly, I... More

A girl friend of mine and I went to this resort and it was great for a friends get away. As far as romantic, I wouldn't say so. This is a family resort after all. Most everything is a buffet. Breakfast and lunch are always a buffet. Personally, I like being served when on vacation and not so much buffet.... More