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4.8 out of 5

"Return guest at Sandals Royal Plantation. Loved it as first time when I went there. Outstanding staff and shall return Thank you Sandals Royal Plantat ... " More

By a verified traveller on Fri 26 Jan 2024

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Hotel Description

5-star beachfront property near Jamaica Beaches

Beachfront retreat

Stay at this Ocho Rios property and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Coconut Grove Shopping Village and 2 miles (3 km) of White River Reggae Park. Mahogany Beach and Prospect Plantation are also within 2 miles (3 km).

All-inclusive

This all-inclusive property features a private beach, a full-service spa, and 5 restaurants. Enjoy beachfront dining and relax with sun loungers and beach umbrellas. Enjoy the 2 outdoor tennis courts and free perks like full breakfast and free self parking.

Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Grand Duchess Verandah Butler Suite)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Grand Duke Oceanfront Butler Suite)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Honeymoon Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Viceroy Honeymoon Butler Suite)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Royal Monarch Oceanfront Butler Suite)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Marquis Oceanfront Butler Suite)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Monarch Oceanfront Butler Suite)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Sandals Royal Plantation - ALL INCLUSIVE Couples Only ratings based on 9 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.8 out of 5 5.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 5.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Sandals Royal Plantation - ALL INCLUSIVE Couples Only

Everyone (3) Couples (1)
5 out of 5
Return guest at Sandals Royal Plantation. Loved it as first time when I went there. Outstanding staff and shall return Thank you Sandals Royal Plantation Staff Joycie New York

Posted by on 26 Jan. 2024

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30 Jan. 2024 by Sara

Thank you for your feedback! We strive to create the best experience for our guests and are glad you have enjoyed your stay and hope to have you back with us soon. Best regards

5 out of 5
As a Return guest, all the managers welcomed me back Home . Thanks Marvin , Trecia, and Karen who was phenomenal with all my requests. Thanking my butlers Marvin and Bebetto who were so attentive with me throughout my stay. Thanks Kaylan for being a incredible mua and having a successful photoshoot with the photographer Reynaldo. Shall definitely return . Joycie N

Posted by on 26 Jan. 2024

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30 Jan. 2024 by Sara

Thank you for your feedback! We strive to create the best experience for our guests and are glad you have enjoyed your stay and hope to have you back with us soon. Best regards

5 out of 5
The property was beautiful, and the butlers Richard & Dwayne were amazing. We absolutely loved our stay and the staff overall was amazing. The only improvements would be to the busses that travel to the sister sites are rarely on schedule, and because the busses are only every hour or more sometimes, missing a bus is a big deal. We were late for dinner a couple of times because the busses either left early or did not show up. Our butler(s) were able to get is in to dinner late, but going to events off sight at sandals ochi was a bit challanging. More frequent bus routes to and from the beach club or hill side would be a big bonus. Also, hving a way to see the event itinerary of the sister sites would be great as well. Our favorit spot was the rabit hole (speak easy) we went there every night for dancing and live music!! A

Posted by on 23 Nov. 2021

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24 Nov. 2021 by Hugo Perez

Thank you for your feedback! We strive in creating the best experience for our guests and are glad you have enjoyed your stay and hope to have you back with us soon. Best regards

3 out of 5

Posted by on 2 Dec. 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

3 Dec. 2019 by Hugo Perez

Good Day Thank you for your feedback! Please know we will work hard to fix the issues presented to you. We strive in creating the best experience for our guests and are glad you have enjoyed your stay. Kind regards

5 out of 5

No need for a wallet! ALL INCLUSIVE LUXURY!

Oh man where do I start with this resort? First of all we went for our honeymoon. Neither of us ever went to Jamacia previously. When we arrived Sandals had a nice place inside the airport where they took your bags and had a great lounge area as well. *Do not convert your money from US it's 15% fee and serves no purpose. The ride to Ocho Rios was just like driving in the US no crazy drivers or super bad roads. (We're coming from PA though so our roads rank last anyway.) Got to the resort and paradise began. Loved the fact that we had two butlers to help us but really didn't know what to do with them other than making dinner reservations. Room was nice but bathroom although clean seemed a little out of place for such a nice place. Mini bar was fully stocked with whatever alcohol we requested. The place has peacocks everywhere. Very neat. The french restaurant was a must. We actually did it twice it was so good! Orlando served us there and did great. Even took our picture. Actually all the staff was always offering to take your picture which my wife liked. The beach butler was Adrian and he knew what you needed and always keep the beach goers satisfied. (BTW Beach and personal butlers can take tip.. Beach about $5-10 a day and personal $10-20 depending on how you feel. We waited till the end to tip both but would have rather tipped Adrian the first day so he knew he would get something. (believe me he's worth it) Vurgina was the tour rep. She was in the lobby ready to help. We did the dolphin ride, tubbing and ziplining, and catamaran ride to Dunn's river falls. all of which were great. The Dolphin excursion was over rated. Swimming with the dolphins was amazing and the rest of that place was boring. We left early. I would recommend that instead of booking through the tour guide you use your butler to make you a taxi ride back and forth and pay just for the dolphin swim there, that way you can save money for the $50 5x7 pictures they want to sell you! All in all the place was so relaxing, no kids anywhere. We did go to the Rivera next door because they had more restaurants and had sushi at Soy, and ate at Neptunes. It was very neat that your butler went over there with you to get your meal started! (thanks Richard and Sheldon!) We will go back!!! The next day after we got home Mark the GM who talked to us at dinner one night called and asked me how our trip was and wished us well. (No sales pitch or sales talk, just checking in on us.Thanks for a great honeymoon Royal Plantation

Posted by , from Lancaster, PA on 11 Oct. 2013

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5 out of 5

Great Anniversary Trip!

Pros: tipping not allowed except for butlers, all inclusive
Cons: No free Internet
My wife of 25 years and I just returned from spending 4 nights here. It was terrific! Very quiet, no loud music or beach parties, just serenity and fantastic service. The food was great. They are wonderfully overstaffed, meaning we never waited for drinks, food, or whatever we needed. We felt like the staff truly wanted to serve and please us. The beaches are small but not crowded as there is a small number of guests. The butlers (Audell and Tafari) were attentive and were great with special requests. We would return in a heartbeat!

Posted by , from Iowa, USA on 2 Mar. 2013

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5 out of 5

wow what a change

me and my husband stayed at this hotel sixteen years ago,and it was incredible and beautiful then.it was just called plantation inn. now i see pictures and they have made it even more beautiful ,ahh...how i long to go back.the staff was great then and from reading other reviews i hear their great now.i just had to write because i was glad to see that this was still a first class hotel after all these years.i wish i could put all my pics up of the way it used to look but im not computer savvy.way tp go plantation inn cheryl longing in mo.

Posted by on 5 Dec. 2010

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5 out of 5

TREATED LIKE ROYALTY

THIS IS THE PLACE TO GO!!! BEST KEPT SECRET IN JAMIACA. This was our first vacation ever and WOW what a special experience we had. We feel so fortunate to have chosen the Royal Plantation. We'll never stay anywhere else. Starting at the arrival at the airport we were treated like royalty. Every whimp was attented to. The resort was well manicured and so beautiful. The food was GREAT for every meal. The room had a perfect view, exactly as we had hoped. The service was above and beyond our wildest dreams. Every staff member made us feel very special. They never EVER made us feel like we were putting them out. Everyone ALWAYS was anxious to make our dreams come true and attend to our every need. Its too hard to pin point any one staff member as our favorite because all of them were extremely courteous and helpful. The Assistant Manager who just arrived (sorry but I can't remember his name) was AWESOME. The butlers, R and C made what seemed impossible possible. G, A and B ALWAYS had a smile on their face with magnetic personalities and so did the little travel agent at the resort. I hate to give away surprises but if you book a trip make sure you are there on Jamiaca night. The food and entertainment is amazing. After hearing about our recent trip to the Royal Plantation ALL of friends and family want to go there and we are spreading the word. Truly we have nothing negative to say but only POSITIVE about our experience. The only disappointment we have is that it was too windy to go snorkling.

Posted by on 22 May 2010

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5 out of 5

Words cannot describe!!

Absolutely and unequivicably the closet to paradise we have ever been. Suites are all facing the beautiful water and are done in Hemingway designs. Service is impecable and food is as well. Dined on lobster club sandwiches for lunch. Nothing is left undone and true pampering to their guests is their goal, at which they are excellent. We cannot urge you strongly enough to take this property as your choice for a vacation that is the first and the best memory you will ever have. The staff, under the guidance of a remarkable manager, are first class. It is a premier hotel, untouched by loud music, drunks, and sreaming chldren. It you want to experience, first hand, luxury, pampering, excellent food, and well, just the kind of vacation that makes you cry out.....""I DO NOT want to leave......please let me stay forever, then this is the one. I certainly fell in love, and am going back as many times as is humanly possilble.

Posted by on 1 May 2009

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About the Sandals Royal Plantation - ALL INCLUSIVE Couples Only

Location Main Street, Ocho Rios, Saint Ann

All-inclusive Details

  • Gratuities included
  • All food and beverages included
  • Minibar (only non-alcoholic beverages included)
  • All onsite activities, and facilities and equipment included
  • Snorkeling included
  • Kayaking included
  • Rowing/canoeing included
  • Sailing included
  • Windsurfing included
  • Scuba diving excursions included
  • 24-hour room service
  • Fitness facilities included
  • Tennis included
  • Golf included
  • Golf - number of holes 18
  • Golf - green fees included
  • Aerobics classes/lessons included
  • Dancing classes/lessons included
  • Cooking classes/lessons included
  • Onsite live performances included
  • Theme parties included
  • Access to onsite clubs included
  • Scuba diving certification not included
  • Use of golf equipment not included
  • Use of golf cart not included
  • Activities/services from independent operators not included
  • Offsite tours not included
  • All meals served buffet-style
  • Buffet and à la carte dining
  • All available beverages included
  • Scuba diving lessons not included
  • Tennis lessons not included
  • Onsite entertainment and activities included

Property Features

Sandals Royal Plantation - ALL INCLUSIVE Couples Only is an all-inclusive property. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities. Step outside to feel the sun on your face and the sand in your toes on the white sand beach. Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at Sandals Royal Plantation - ALL INCLUSIVE Couples Only like an outdoor pool and outdoor tennis courts. Free breakfast is served daily. There are 5 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a beach bar. WiFi is free in public spaces. This all-inclusive property also offers a steam room, a fitness center, and a garden. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. Self parking is free. This 5-star Ocho Rios property is smoke free.

  • 75 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 5 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • 1876 sq ft of conference space
  • 169 sq m of conference space
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Onsite shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar on the beach

Internet

Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Internet access in public areas - high speed , Internet access in public areas - surcharge

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Free airport shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Sandals Royal Plantation - ALL INCLUSIVE Couples Only offers 75 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. A pillow menu is available. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. 32-inch plasma televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Private balcony or patio
  • Minibar
  • In-room dining (24 hours)
  • Plasma television
  • Cable channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee maker
  • Pillow options
  • Bathtub
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Newspapers (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Bathrobes
  • Slippers
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

Guests are served free full breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Le Papillion - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in French cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.

The Terrace - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Wobbly Peacock Pub - This restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Tea Terrace - This restaurant is located by the pool. Open daily.

Royal Cafe - This beachfront café serves lunch and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.

24-hour room service is available.

Spa Services

  • Body treatments
  • Facial treatments
  • Number of treatment rooms 5
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massages on beach
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Body wraps
  • Body scrubs
  • Aromatherapy treatments
  • Hydrotherapy treatments
  • Spa tub in spa
  • Massages

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at midnight
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 10:00 PM

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

This property caters to couples, including same-sex couples.

Guests who book a room category with butler service included must contact this hotel in advance to provide their preferences.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Sandals Royal Plantation - ALL INCLUSIVE Couples Only

Policies

This hotel is exclusively for adult couples.

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • No elevators
  • Service animals not allowed
  • Minimum guest age is 18
  • Caters to adults only
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke detector
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • No gap period between guest stays
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Property follows sanitization practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 0.00 per stay (rates may vary)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Plantation Royal
  • Royal Plantation
  • Royal Plantation Sandals
  • Sandals Plantation
  • Sandals Royal Plantation
  • Sandals Royal Plantation All Inclusive
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  • Royal Plantation Jamaica
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You should know

  • This is an adults-only property and children 17 years old and younger aren't allowed.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Awards & Affiliations

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