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Distance from Hotel to Ocho Rios, 6.2 miles (10 kms). Distance from Hotel to Montego Bay Airport, 65 miles (105 kms).  

Riu Ocho Rios is a 856-room resort that is located in the seaside town of Ocho Rios, located on the north coast of Jamaica. Riu Ocho Rios, one of the largest resorts in the Caribbean, will be the third Riu resort in Jamaica joining its sister resorts Riu Tropical Bay (opened in 2001) and Riu Negril (opened in 2004). The all-inclusive resort faces a long stretch of white sand beach with lush mountains to the south and numerous attractions from waterfalls and historic sites to shopping and nightlife just minutes away.  

Guest rooms at Riu Ocho Rios are situated in two 6-story buildings and one 5-story building, both of which are surrounded by more than 295,000 square feet of tropical gardens.  

• Hotel Information
• Hotel Amenities
• Accommodation Categories and Descriptions
• Food and Beverage Outlets
• Add-On Package (Caprice Wedding 10)
• Add-On Package (Classic Wedding 10)
• Add-On Package (Free Wedding 10)
• Add-On Package (Royal Wedding 10)
• Specialty Package (All Inclusive 09-10)
• Miscellaneous Information

• Activities Desk ($)
• Aerobics (aqua)
• Aerobics (water)
• Babysitting Services ($)
• Basketball Court
• Beach (onsite)
• Beauty Salon ($)
• Billiards ($)
• Boat Rentals ($)
• Breakfast Room
• Car Rental Desk ($)
• Children's Activities
• Children's Club (mini)
• Children's Playground
• Currency Exchange
• Disco
• Dive Center ($)
• Doctor (on call) ($)
• Entertainment
• Exercise Classes
• Fitness Center
• Floors (6)
• Gift Shop ($)
• Golf (nearby) ($)
• Hospitality Desk
• Ice Machines
• Internet Service ($)
• Laundry Service ($)
• Medical Services ($)
• Multilingual Staff
• Newsstand ($)
• Physically Challenged Accommodations (8)
• Physically Challenged Facilities
• Ping Pong
• Pool (children's)
• Poolside Beverage Service
• Poolside Grill
• Safe Deposit Boxes (in room)
• Snack Bar
• Spa ($)
• Sundries Shop ($)
• Taxi Stand ($)
• Tennis Court ($)
• Tour Desk ($)
• Umbrellas (beach/pool)
• Volleyball (beach)
• Watersports (motorized) ($)
• Watersports (non-motorized)
• Wedding Coordinator
• Wedding Site
• Whirlpool

Game Room: ($) Game room includes slot machines. Pools: (2) both with integrated Jacuzzis Restaurants: (8) -8 restaurants, including 6 specialty restaurants (3 are exclusive for the deluxe wing) Concierge Deluxe Wing Only Conference Center: ($) new conference center with complimentary wireless internet. Miscellaneous Amenities Multi-sports court can be converted to accommodate different sports activities. Bars: (7) -2 Pavilion Bars -1 Lobby Bar -1 Sports Bar -2 Pool and Swim-Up Bars -1 Beach Bar ($) Denotes a fee may be charged. Please note: Some hotel amenities listed above may have an additional fee associated with them.  

Arrival/Departure Time:  

• Check-in-time: 3:00 pm Check-out-time: 12:00 pm  

Early check-in and late checkout on request, and subject to availability.  

Children Policy:  

• 2008-2009  

• Children under 2 years old are complimentary with 2 full paying adults.  

• Children (2-12) must share the room with 2 full paying adults in order to get the children discount.  

• If one adult travels with one child, the child will be considered an adult.  

• If one adult is traveling with two children, the first child will be invoiced as an adult and the second child will have the children benefits as per the current contract.  

2009-2010 Effective dates: 12/24/09-04/30/10  

• Children under 2 years old stay & eat for free when sharing with 2 full paying adults.  

• Children's ages must be specified in the rooming list.  

• Children (2-12) must share the room with 2 full paying adults in order to get the children discount.  

• If one adult travels with one child, the child will be considered an adult.  

• If one adult is traveling with two children, the first child will be invoiced as an adult and the second child will have the children benefits as per the current contract.  

• Additional charges apply for rollaway beds and cribs.  

Maximum Occupancy:  

• Oceanview - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. Jacuzzi Suite - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.  

All accommodations that will accommodate 2 adults and 2 children will also accommodate 3 adults and 1 child.  

Oceanview, (DBLB), air conditioning, ceiling fan, direct dial telephone, regularly replenished mini- bar and liquor dispenser, satellite television, radio alarm clock, in-room safe. Bathroom equipped with bathtub and shower, hairdryer & amenities kit. Balcony or terrace with ocean view. Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds.  

Oceanfront, (DBMB), Air conditioning, ceiling fan, direct dial telephone, regularly replenished mini- bar and liquor dispenser, satellite television, radio alarm clock, in-room safe. Bathroom equipped with bathtub and shower, hairdryer & amenities kit. Balcony or terrace with oceanfront view. Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds.  

Junior Suite Gardenview, (SJJB), Air conditioning, ceiling fan, split-level living room area with sofa or sofa-bed, direct dial telephone, regularly replenished mini-bar and liquor dispenser, satellite flat-screen television, radio alarm clock, in-room safe, iron and ironing board. Bathroom equipped with hydro-massage bathtub and shower, double-sink, vanity mirror, hairdryer and amenities kit. Balcony or terrace with garden view. Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds.  

Junior Suite Oceanview, (SJMB), Air conditioning, ceiling fan, split-level living room area with sofa or sofa-bed, direct dial telephone, regularly replenished mini-bar and liquor dispenser, satellite flat-screen television, radio alarm clock, in-room safe, iron and ironing board. Bathroom equipped with hydro-massage bathtub and shower, double-sink, vanity mirror, hairdryer and amenities kit. Balcony or terrace with ocean view. Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds.  

Junior Suite Oceanfront, (SJFB), Air conditioning, ceiling fan, split-level living room area with sofa or sofa-bed, direct dial phone, regularly replenished mini-bar and liquor dispenser, satellite flat-screen television, radio alarm clock, in-room safe, iron and ironing board. Bathroom equipped with hydro-massage bathtub and shower, double-sink, vanity mirror, hairdryer and amenities kit. Balcony or terrace with oceanfront view. Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds.  

Suite Oceanview, (SUMB), Air conditioning, ceiling fan, split-level living room area with sofa, direct dial phone, regularly replenished mini-bar & liquor dispenser, satellite flat-screen television, radio alarm clock, in-room safe, iron and ironing board. Bathroom equipped with hydro-massage bathtub, extra shower cabin, bidet, double-sink, vanity mirror, hairdryer and amenities kit. Balcony or terrace with ocean view. Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds.  

Suite Jacuzzi Oceanview, (SUMZ), Air conditioning, ceiling fan, split-level living room area with sofa, direct dial telephone, regularly replenished mini-bar and liquor dispenser, satellite flat-screen television, radio alarm clock, in-room safe, iron and ironing board. Bathroom equipped with hydro-massage bathtub, extra shower cabin, bidet, double-sink, vanity mirror, hairdryer and amenities kit. Balcony or terrace with ocean view and private Jacuzzi. Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds. Jacuzzi This is an outdoor Jacuzzi located on the balcony.  

Please Note:  

• Rooms in the Deluxe Wing also include: iron and ironing board, radio alarm clock, and concierge service. Also includes exclusive access to certain restaurants.  

All accommodations include: alarm clock radio, mini-bar, ceiling fan, liquor dispenser, rollaway bed (on request), air conditioning, balcony or terrace, television (satellite), crib (on request), maid service, safety deposit box, alarm clock, bathtub/shower combination, hairdryer and telephone.  

Miscellaneous Amenities living area  

Specific bedding and/or special requests are fulfilled based on availability and cannot always be guaranteed.  

Bar Salon  

Beach Bar  

Lobby Bar  

Plaza Bar  

Pool Bar  

Sports Bar  

Swim Up Bar  

Mandalay(*), Asian restaurant.  

Cuisine: Asian.  

General Opening Hours: Open for dinner.  

(*) Denotes reservation is required.  

Piccola Italia, Italian restaurant.  

Cuisine: Italian.  

General Opening Hours: Open for lunch and dinner.  

Sir John, Gourmet restaurant.  

Sir Richard(*), gourmet a la carte restaurant, exclusive to deluxe wing guests.  

General Opening Hours: Open for dinner.  

(*) Denotes reservation is required.  

St. Ann, Main restaurant with non-smoking area and terrace, offering buffet style dining and show cooking stations. Theme dinners served twice a week.  

Tushima, Japanese style restaurant. This restaurant is exclusive to guests who book the Junior Suite category or higher.  

Cuisine: Japanese.  

General Opening Hours: Open for dinner.  

Pool Snack Bars, there are two pool snack bars.  

Mammee Bay, Grill and steakhouse.  

Plantation(*), open for lunch, a-la-carte restaurant. This restaurant no longer offers dinner service.  

(*) Denotes reservation is required.  

Snacks available 24 hours a day.  

CAPRICE WEDDING PACKAGE 2010 The Riu Caprice Wedding Package 2010 is the most extravagant, elegant and complete option. Created for those who desire an unforgettable and once-in- a-lifetime event, the Caprice package provides an endless number of extraordinary details & amenities to ensure that your dream of a fairy-tale wedding truly does come true.  

The Caprice Wedding Package is the highest cost of the three available wedding packages and is available for up to 60 wedding guests, plus the bride and groom.  

Booking Dates: 07/28/2009 - 12/31/2010 Travel Dates: 01/01/2010 - 12/31/2010  

Package Inclusions:  

• On-site wedding coordinator to help plan the special day  

• Decoration set up for the ceremony location with natural flowers  

• Bridal bouquet and matching boutonniere for the groom  

• Two rose petals bags  

• CD or recorded music during the ceremony  

• Semi private dinner for the couple and the wedding guests at one of the specialty restaurants  

• Wedding cake for the couple and 60 wedding guests or less  

• Sparkling wine for the couple and 60 wedding guests or less (during the main toast only)  

• Romantic massage for bride and groom  

• Manicure, pedicure and hairstyle for the bride  

• Ten percent discount on all spa services for bride and groom (restrictions apply)  

• Complimentary room upgrade for the wedding couple subject to availability upon arrival (external Jacuzzi Suites are not included)  

• Late check out for the wedding couple subject to availability  

• Riu "t-shirts" for the bride and groom  

• Breakfast in bed the morning after the wedding  

• Strawberries with chocolate and bottle of sparkling wine  

• Minister/Judge service & wedding certificate  

• Witnesses if required  

Please Note:  

• In order to have a wedding at the Riu Hotels & Resorts, the couple and the 80 percent of the total amount of the wedding guests must stay at the Riu Hotel where the wedding will be performed.  

• If you have further questions or require additional information, please contact Riu via email at weddings@riu.com  

• For the Caprice Wedding Package a Civil Ceremony, Religious Ceremony and Renewal of vows or Symbolic Ceremony are all available at an additional cost.  

CLASSIC WEDDING PACKAGE 2010 The Classic wedding package provides you the opportunity to create a simple yet elegant wedding in paradise. Complete with a Riu wedding coordinator to thoughtfully plan your special day and all the elements necessary for an unforgettable ceremony, the Classic package is an ideal way to start your lives together in a very romantic and intimate way.  

The Classic Wedding Package is the lowest cost of the three available wedding packages and is available for up to 10 wedding guests, plus the bride and groom.  

Booking Dates: 07/28/2009 - 12/31/2010 Travel Dates: 01/01/2010 - 12/31/2010  

Package Inclusions:  

• On site wedding coordinator to help plan the special day  

• Decoration set up for the ceremony location  

• Bridal bouquet and matching boutonniere for the groom  

• CD or recorded music during the ceremony  

• Semi private dinner for the couple and 10 weddings guest or less at one of the specialty restaurants  

• Wedding cake for the couple and 10 weddings guests or less  

• Sparkling wine for the couple and 10 weddings guests or less (during the main toast only)  

• Surprise spa gift  

• Ten percent discount on all spa services for bride and groom (restrictions apply)  

• Minister/Judge service & wedding certificate  

• Witnesses if required  

Please Note:  

• In order to have a wedding at the Riu Hotels & Resorts, the couple and the 80 percent of the total amount of the wedding guests must stay at the Riu Hotel where the wedding will be performed.  

• If you have further questions or require additional information, please contact Riu via email at weddings@riu.com  

• For the Classic Wedding Package a Civil Ceremony, Religious Ceremony and Renewal of vows or Symbolic Ceremony are all available at an additional cost.  

FREE WEDDING PACKAGE 2010 For those who want a beautiful wedding without the costs associated with such an event, the Riu Free Wedding Package is truly the perfect option. Designed to exceed your expectations and fulfill your every need, our Free Wedding Package includes an on-site wedding planner, a beautifully decorated location for the ceremony, a wedding cake, sparkling wine and more to make your special event one you will never forget.  

In order to qualify for a free wedding package at this hotel you must book 10 or more rooms.  

Booking Dates: 07/28/2009 - 12/31/2010 Travel Dates: 01/01/2010 - 12/31/2010  

Package Inclusions:  

• On-site wedding coordinator to help plan the special day  

• Decoration set up for the ceremony location  

• Bridal bouquet and matching boutonniere for the groom  

• CD or recorded music during the ceremony  

• Semi private dinner for the wedding group at one of the specialty restaurants  

• Wedding cake for 20 people  

• Sparkling wine for 20 people (during the main toast only)  

• Surprise spa gift  

• Ten percent discount on all spa services for bride and groom (restrictions apply)  

Please Note:  

• In order to qualify for a free wedding package at this hotel you must book 10 or more rooms.  

• Minister or judge service, legal documentation & fees are not included(restrictions apply).  

• In order to have a wedding at the Riu Hotels & Resorts, the couple and the 80 percent of the total amount of the wedding guests must stay at the Riu Hotel where the wedding will be performed.  

• If you have further questions or require additional information, please contact Riu via email at weddings@riu.com  

Legal documentation and fees:  

• The legal documentation and fees for the Civil Ceremony, Religious Ceremony and Renewal of Vows or Symbolic Ceremony are at an additional cost.  

ROYAL WEDDING PACKAGE 2010 The perfect balance between simplicity and extravagance, the Royal Wedding Package provides all the offerings of the Classic Package and a variety of other impressive amenities. From a complimentary room upgrade to a wedding cake and sparkling wine, the Royal Package is intended to make your special day in perfect every way.  

The Royal Wedding Package is the moderately priced of the three available wedding packages and is available for up to 40 wedding guests, plus the bride and groom.  

Booking Dates: 07/28/2009 - 12/31/2010 Travel Dates: 01/01/2010 - 12/31/2010  

Package Inclusions:  

• On-site wedding coordinator to help plan the special day  

• Decoration set up for the ceremony location  

• Bridal bouquet and matching boutonniere for the groom  

• CD or recorded music during the ceremony  

• Semi private dinner for the couple and 40 wedding guests or less at one of the specialty restaurants  

• Wedding cake for the couple and 40 wedding guests or less  

• Sparkling wine for the couple and 40 wedding guests or less (during the main toast only)  

• Romantic massage for bride and groom  

• Ten percent discount on all spa services for bride and groom (restrictions apply)  

• Complimentary room upgrade for the wedding couple subject to availability upon arrival (external Jacuzzi Suites are not included)  

• Riu t-shirts for the bride and groom  

• Surprise gift  

• Minister/Judge service & wedding certificate  

• Witnesses if required  

Please Note:  

• In order to have a wedding at the Riu Hotels & Resorts, the couple and the 80 percent of the total amount of the wedding guests must stay at the Riu Hotel where the wedding will be performed.  

• If you have further questions or require additional information, please contact Riu via email at weddings@riu.com  

• For the Royal Wedding Package a Civil Ceremony, Religious Ceremony and Renewal of vows or Symbolic Ceremony are all available at an additional cost.  

ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGE 2009-2010  

Booking Dates: 06/01/2009 - 04/30/2010 Travel Dates: 12/24/2009 - 04/30/2010  

Package Inclusions:  

• Accommodations  

• All meals and snacks:  

• *Breakfast: Full American breakfast buffet and on the spot cooking stations *Continental breakfast/snack *Lunch: Hot and cold buffet and on the spot cooking stations, pizzas, pasta, salads, assorted desserts and Jerk (traditional Jamaican barbecue) station (six times a week) *Dinner: Buffets and on the spot cooking stations and special evenings: theme buffets (twice a week)  

• All Meals and snacks Continued... *Optional dining (reservations required in advance):  

• Sir John gourmet restaurant (a la carte), Mandalay Asian restaurant (buffet), Piccola Italia Italian restaurant (buffet) and Grill and Steakhouse (a la carte; buffet starters and dessert) *Optional dining (reservations required in advance) available exclusively for clients staying in the Superior rooms: Sir Richard gourmet restaurant (a la carte) and Tushima Japanese restaurant (a la carte)  

• Snacks 24 hours a day  

• Beverages: Unlimited local and imported beverages 24 hours a day and regularly restocked mini-bar and liquor dispenser  

• In-room safe  

• Sports and activities: Gym, table tennis, volleyball sauna, Jacuzzi, floodlit hard surface tennis court, multipurpose sports pitch, windsurfing, sailing, kayaking, snorkeling equipment and one introductory scuba diving lesson in the pool  

• Entertainment: Daytime entertainment program for children ages 4-7 and ages 8-12 at RiuLand (daily), daytime entertainment program for adults (daily), shows, Riu evening program or live music (daily)  

• Complimentary entrance to "Pacha" night club and drinks (open six nights a week)  

• All taxes and gratuities  

Please Note:  

• Formal dress is required for dinner (main restaurant:  

• t-shirts with sleeves for gentlemen; theme restaurants:  

• long trousers and t-shirts with sleeves for gentlemen).  

• All hotel guests are required to wear an "all inclusive" wristband for identification purposes.  

Package inclusions are subject to change.  

Honeymooners:  

• 2009  

• Honeymooners will receive a fruit basket and a surprise gift in their room upon arrival. Marriage certificate will be requested.  

2010  

• Honeymooners will receive a surprise gift in their rooms upon arrival. Marriage certificate will be requested.  

Minimum Age Requirements:  

• The remainder of the year (besides Spring Break) requires at least one person 18 years or older in every room.  

• No student groups under 21 years old or Spring Breakers are accepted all year round.  

Special Golf Rates:  

• Guests staying at any of the Riu Resorts in Jamaica are eligible for reduced golf rates at specified golf courses. The effective dates are for 2008-2009 (11/01/08-10/31/09) & 2009-2010 (11/01/09-10/31/10).  

Please Note:  

• Guests might be required to show valid proof of stay at the Riu resorts.  

• All arrangements, such as reservations and event redemption of these conditions will be handled by the golf courses directly.  

Springbreak Policy:  

• During the months of March & April, at least one person must be 21 years of age or older in every room. During these months, the hotel reserves the right not to admit any room in which all guests are younger than 21. This situation can have serious repercussions and should be avoided at any cost. Please advise the travel agencies accordingly.