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Ocho Rios Resort for a Day: 5 Cruise Day Passes Compared

Compare 5 Ocho Rios day passes for cruisers from $110: all-inclusive, adults-only and family resorts 19 to 105 min from the pier, with prices, ages and hours.

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// At a glance

Pick your Ocho Rios day pass

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The Ocho Rios cruise port is one of the most popular cruise destinations in Jamaica and a resort day pass is one of the best ways to spend your time at port. Instead of piecing together individual activities, you get all-inclusive access to a resort’s beach, pools, food, and drinks for one fixed price.

We’ve cruised to Jamaica many times and have done the “standard” tours. They’re great. Ocho Rios has amazing beaches, blue waters, perfect weather, and fun people. But we’ve found that the most convenient way to enjoy everything Ocho Rios has to offer is with a resort day pass.

Below, we compare every Ocho Rios resort day pass option available to cruise passengers. We include pricing, ratings, amenities, and distance from the cruise port. You’ll find everything that you need to make the best decision possible for your Ocho Rios shore excursion!

// Why a day pass

Why an Ocho Rios resort day pass beats a DIY port day

01 · Safety
5.6
out of 10
Ranked #123 of 131 ports
Country average 5.5

Jamaica is not the safest cruise port in the Caribbean. We wouldn’t necessarily say that it’s “dangerous.” But, safety should always be a priority when selecting your Ocho Rios cruise excursion. Only use a reputable tour provider if not choosing a resort. And please be very careful when engaging in commerce with locals. A resort is your best option if safety is a concern. You’ll have no worries within the protected walls of any option below. Security and privacy are valuable amenities at these resorts. We’ve never heard of an incident within one of Jamaica’s resorts. In the rare chance of a health or security issue, you’d want to be at any of these resorts vs an alternative excursion option!

02 · Convenience
About 6 hours at the resort
  1. Ship docks
    Step off the ship in Ocho Rios
  2. About 19 min
    Ride to RIU Ocho Rios Hotel & Waterpark
  3. About 6 hrs
    Beach, pools, food and drinks
  4. 1 hr before all aboard
    Back at the ship
03 · Experience
5.0best rating
RIU Montego Bay

Resorts keep newer loungers, fresher towels and cleaner restrooms than most beach stands near the pier.

04 · Cost
$110/ adult
Lowest price on this list

One price covers the day, instead of paying for chairs, food and drinks one by one.

// Cost check

What the pass includes

Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls Tour, from $110 per adult.

  • Round-trip transfers from the port of Ocho Rios
  • Professional tour guide
  • Complimentary water or soda upon arrival
  • All admission fees to Dunn’s River Falls and Blue Hole
  • Time to fully enjoy each location (1.5 hours each)
// Ride times

How far is each Ocho Rios day pass resort?

Typical drive times from the Ocho Rios cruise pier by road. Tap a resort to jump to its listing.

Under 75 minFull day trip
  1. 4RIU Ocho Rios Hotel & Waterpark
    19 min · 5.1 mi
  2. 1Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls Tour
    24 min · 3.4 mi
  3. 5Iberostar Rose Hall
    92 min · 49.7 mi
  4. 2RIU Reggae
    104 min · 57.5 mi
  5. 3RIU Montego Bay
    105 min · 57.4 mi
// The options

The 5 best Ocho Rios resort day passes

Traveling with kids or on a romantic getaway? Want to get active, or just float? Here is exactly what each pass includes.

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Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls Tour day pass in Ocho Rios, photo 1 of 11
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// Option 01 · Families welcome

Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls Tour

Rope swings, cliff jumps and waterfall climbing

24 min · 3.4 mi
$110/ adult
Free infant (up to 4)
  • Transfers
Best forActive travellers keen to swim, jump and climb

A guided tour of two natural sites: the Blue Hole at Island Gully Falls for rope swings, cliff jumps, rock climbing or a swim, then Dunn's River Falls to climb more than 600 feet of tiered cascades.

  • Round-trip transfers from the port of Ocho Rios
  • Professional tour guide
  • Complimentary water or soda upon arrival
  • All admission fees to Dunn’s River Falls and Blue Hole
  • Time to fully enjoy each location (1.5 hours each)
RIU Reggae day pass in Ocho Rios, photo 1 of 9
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// Option 02 · Adults only

RIU Reggae

Pools, beach and unlimited drinks for adults

★4.0104 min · 57.5 mi
$119/ adult
Adults only
  • All inclusive
  • Beach
  • Pool
  • Watersports
  • Free WiFi
  • Transfers
Best forAdults wanting a quiet all-inclusive beach day
Check availability$119
Groups of 12 or more SAVE $5 per adult.
Details
Heads up: this one is about 1.5 hours each way from the port, so it works best on a long port day.

An all-inclusive day for adults at Riu Reggae in Montego Bay, with infinity pools, a swim-up pool bar, a private beach with lounge chairs, and unlimited dining and drinks through the day.

  • Round trip transfers from the cruise port of Falmouth or Montego Bay
  • Unlimited dining at open restaurants
  • Unlimited local and premium-branded drinks
  • Outdoor swimming pools, including the swim up pool bar
  • Private beachfront with lounge chairs
  • Fitness center with sauna and jacuzzi
RIU Montego Bay day pass in Ocho Rios, photo 1 of 11
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// Option 03 · Adults only

RIU Montego Bay

All-inclusive adult day of pools and slides

★5.0105 min · 57.4 mi
$140/ adult
Adults only
  • All inclusive
  • Beach
  • Pool
  • Watersports
  • Free WiFi
  • Transfers
Best forAdults after an all-inclusive beach and pool day
Check availability$140
Groups of 12 or more SAVE $5 per adult.
Details
Heads up: this one is about 2 hours each way from the port, so it works best on a long port day.

An all-inclusive day for adults at Hotel RIU Montego Bay, with unlimited food and drinks, five pools including a swim-up bar, a private beachfront with loungers, and the waterslides at Splash Water World.

  • Round trip transfers from the cruise port of Falmouth or Montego Bay
  • Unlimited dining and drinking at all open bars and restaurants
  • Outdoor swimming pools, including the swim up pool bar
  • Private beachfront with lounge chairs
  • Splash Water World Waterpark (closed on Tuesdays)
  • Fitness center
RIU Ocho Rios Hotel & Waterpark day pass in Ocho Rios, photo 1 of 12
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// Option 04 · Families welcome

RIU Ocho Rios Hotel & Waterpark

Water slides, five pools and a private beach

★5.019 min · 5.1 mi
$150/ adult
$89 child (ages 2 to 12)Free infant (up to 2)
  • All inclusive
  • Beach
  • Pool
  • Waterpark
  • Watersports
  • Free WiFi
  • Transfers
Best forFamilies who want slides, pools and a beach
Check availability$150
Groups of 12 or more SAVE $5 per adult.
Details

An all-inclusive day at RIU Ocho Rios Hotel & Waterpark with five pools, a private beach and the Splash Water World slides. Lunch is a buffet or the poolside Beach Grill, with drinks at three bars plus a swim-up bar.

  • Round trip transfers from port of Ocho Rios
  • Full access to pristine private beach,
  • Fresh water pools
  • "Splash Water World" with different water slides. (Closed on Tuesdays.)
  • Children's swimming pool with slide
  • Lounge chairs & towels
Iberostar Rose Hall day pass in Ocho Rios, photo 1 of 11
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// Option 05 · Families welcome

Iberostar Rose Hall

Unlimited food, drinks and ocean-view pools

★5.092 min · 49.7 mi
$159/ adult
$84 child (ages 3 to 12)Free infant (up to 3)
  • All inclusive
  • Beach
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Transfers
Best forFamilies, couples and groups who want it all included
Heads up: this one is about 1.5 hours each way from the port, so it works best on a long port day.

Iberostar Rose Hall offers an all-inclusive day on Montego Bay's north beach, with unlimited food and drinks, two infinity pools with ocean views, a swim-up bar, a children's pool and a game room.

  • Resort Day Pass Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
  • Round trip transfers from the cruise port of Falmouth or Montego Bay
  • Unlimited dining and drinking
  • Two refreshing infinity pools  + a children's pool
  • Beachfront access
  • Beach lounge chairs & towels
// Before you go

Before you book: 3 quick tips

  1. 1
    Book a few days ahead

    Passes are limited each day and popular dates sell out, so book once you know your port day.

  2. 2
    Bring your pass and a photo ID

    Have your confirmation and ID ready at the resort's front desk.

  3. 3
    Plan around all aboard

    Leave the resort with time to spare. The ship won't wait.

// Side by side

Compare every Ocho Rios day pass

Tap any name to jump back to its full listing.

01Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls Tour02RIU Reggae03RIU Montego Bay04RIU Ocho Rios Hotel & Waterpark05Iberostar Rose Hall
Ratingn/a★ 4.0★ 5.0★ 5.0★ 5.0
Adult$110Lowest price$119$140$150$159
Childn/aAdults onlyAdults only$89ages 2 to 12$84ages 3 to 12
From port24 min · 3.4 mi104 min · 57.5 mi105 min · 57.4 mi19 min · 5.1 mi92 min · 49.7 mi
All inclusiveNoYesYesYesYes
BeachNoYesYesYesYes
PoolNoYesYesYesYes
WaterparkNoNoNoYesNo
WatersportsNoYesYesYesNo
Free WiFiNoYesYesYesYes
TransfersYesYesYesYesYes
Family friendlyYesNoNoYesYes
Adults onlyNoYesYesNoNo
Book $110Book $119Book $140Book $150Book $159
// FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is an Ocho Rios resort day pass?

Adult passes cost $110 to $159, depending on the resort and what is included. Child passes cost $84 to $89.

Which Ocho Rios day pass is closest to the cruise port?

RIU Ocho Rios Hotel & Waterpark is the closest, about 19 minutes from the cruise port by road.

Are transfers included?

Transfers are included with Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls Tour, RIU Reggae, RIU Montego Bay, RIU Ocho Rios Hotel & Waterpark and Iberostar Rose Hall.

Can kids use an Ocho Rios resort day pass?

RIU Reggae and RIU Montego Bay are adults only. Kids are welcome at Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls Tour, RIU Ocho Rios Hotel & Waterpark (ages 2 to 12) and Iberostar Rose Hall (ages 3 to 12).

How do I get from the Ocho Rios cruise port to the resort?

Most resort day passes in Ocho Rios include round-trip transportation via deluxe motor coach. If a pass doesn’t include transfers, taxis are readily available at the port. One tip: agree on the fare with your driver before you hop in.

Do I need to book my Ocho Rios resort day pass in advance?

We’d say yes, book ahead. These passes have limited spots and sell out, especially during peak cruise season. Reserving early locks in your price and guarantees your spot. You can book online through the links in each resort listing above.

Is an Ocho Rios resort day pass worth it?

We think so. Do the math on a regular day at the beach: chair rental runs $20+, then add food, a few drinks, and maybe a snorkeling trip. That adds up to $100+ per person pretty fast, and you’re still dealing with the hassle of negotiating prices and coordinating logistics. A day pass rolls everything into one price, and you get resort-quality facilities. Plus in Ocho Rios, the resort gives you a safer, more controlled environment which is an added bonus.

// Our take

Our take: you can't go wrong with an Ocho Rios resort for a day

Choosing an excursion is tough. Standard tours are great, but they can be hit or miss. These resorts are built for one thing: your relaxation. Any of the options above takes the risk out of your Ocho Rios port day.

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