If you want to discover a place where you can enjoy tropical beauty as well as plenty of recreational options, the Sandals Grande Ocho Rios Beach & Villa Resort might be a perfect choice for you. Your choices at this hotel include quite a few of the most popular pastimes, so you won't lack options for how to spend each day during your vacation.
Water and Fitness
In fact, with 3 pools swimming venues, it won't be a problem for you to find a place by the pool.
Tennis
Tennis enthusiasts should pay particularly close attention to this hotel.
The hotel has 529 rooms and 1 court
.This averages out to approximately 1,270 guests
per tennis court, which isn't as favorable as some hotels in the region. There will be opportunities to play a match, but during the high tourism season you may have to wait for a time when the courts aren't crowded, like when other guests are having lunch.
Guests of the hotel can play evening matches on a lit tennis court. This is ideal for vacationers who want to spend their day pursuing other activities.
It is also worth noting that this hotel has gotten a high recommendation from Zagat's for its tennis.
Sandals Dunn's River Golf Resort & Spa and Half Moon Montego Bay are excellent hotels for tennis that you may also want to consider. These hotels feature some of the greatest spots for tennis, so you may want to weigh those options against this hotel before making a reservation.
Golf
Although golf isn't an option at the Sandals Grande Ocho Rios Beach & Villa Resort, you may be able to arrange some playing time at one of the local courses if you'd like to play a round or two during your stay.
The closest golf course is Breezes Runaway Bay Resort, located 16.3 miles
west
of the Sandals Grande Ocho Rios Beach & Villa Resort.
You'll find holes at this course.
For more information, contact the course at (876) 973-2436.
Watersports
Travel to Jamaica can be an ideal time to enjoy a new recreational experience. The hotel offers a number of different options, so you are sure to find an aquatic activity to enjoy, regardless of your taste. The chart below lists watersports available at the Sandals Grande Ocho Rios Beach & Villa Resort:
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If you don't see the watersport that you're looking for, don't panic. Check with a local vendor, they offer some additional options.
Family Activities
The Sandals Grande Ocho Rios Beach & Villa Resort caters to adults only, so if you're traveling with children you will have to find other lodgings. For adults who would love a vacation away from youngsters, this might be the perfect spot.
Entertainment and Nightlife
Travelers looking for a taste of Broadway won't find it here; live shows aren't offered at the Sandals Grande Ocho Rios Beach & Villa Resort.
Despite the absence of live entertainment, you'll find several different bars on the premises.
If you want a change of scenery, consider visiting another hotel in the area, as shown in the following table:
If lady luck is calling your name visit Sunset Jamaica Grande Resort and Spa, which is located 1.2 miles
southwest
of the Sandals Grande Ocho Rios Beach & Villa Resort.
Spa
This is one of the few hotels in Jamaica that includes a spa, enabling guests of the hotel to truly relax. The following chart lists some of the available spa services:
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Other Recreation
Horseback riding is another activity this hotel offers. Many visitors find this to be a pleasant way to spend part of their day in Jamaica.
Shuffleboard is another option at the hotel – it's perfect for vacationers seeking a little friendly competition during their stay. You can relax with a game of shuffleboard while still enjoying a challenge, regardless of your skill level.
Vacationers who love croquet will enjoy using the hotel's croquet court. Although this can be an extremely challenging game, many guests thoroughly enjoy playing the game, despite being complete novices.
Still another option is to spend some time in the hotel's beauty salon. A day at the salon could be the perfect escape, or an easy way to get ready for a memorable night on the town. Whatever your reasons, a visit to the hotel's beauty salon can be a wonderful part of your vacation.
There are plenty of great sights and attractions in Jamaica, so you aren't limited to the specific activities the hotel offers on-location. From a day on the water to a few hours exploring a local market how you enjoy your tropical retreat is completely up to you.
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