My husband and I stayed for a week at Couples Ochos Rios and I have to say that this was our best vacation yet!
The location was wonderful, the food was fabulous (and who says you can't gain weight at an all-inclusive resort?), the drinks were all premium and the service was simply exceptional.
There are simply not enough words to describe the wonderful staff at Couples Ochos Rios. Every request or even general question was answered promptly and everything was "no problem"! They were very friendly and would take the time to stop and chat with you. And they all loved to share a joke or a laugh with you.
Our room was clean, bright and fresh every day. The beach was raked every morning. Lots of fresh fruit, baked goods and other great things to eat. One of the best Jerk Chicken meals I have ever had.
Entertainment was good, lots of activities available and the time just flew by.
The "cat" ride was lots of fun, the crew making sure we all had enough to drink and at least tried to teach us to dance. They were a riot. Make sure you go on this.
We horse back riding on a rainy day and it was wonderful. The guides were friendly, liked to answer questions and really knew their horses. They matched riders and horses really well. The horses were in good shape and the guides seemed concerned about their general well-being. Riding in the rain is very peaceful and unhurried.
All in all, we are defintely "Couples" people now.

This is the perfect description of relaxation! My husband and I went to Couples for our Honeymoon and absolutely can't wait wait to go back. The service is amazing, the food is delicious, the resort itself is just great. You can't go wrong with any room as you have beautiful scenery all the way around. This really is a great deal, as opposed to some other all-inclusive, adult only resorts. Not only is everything at the resort included, but there are some off resort items that are included as well, such as horseback riding, Dunn's River Falls, etc. I can't wait to go back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a perfect romantic getaway in paradise!!

I just finished my first week at work after returning from Couples Ocho Rios and it has been a major return to earth! My husband and I went to Couples OR to celebrate our 25th anniversary. We absolutely loved it! We have been to much newer AI resorts in Mexico several times, but what this resort lacks in new car luster, it more than makes up for in old world elegance, great food and unending romance.

ROOM - We booked this through the Secret Rendezvous package and were thrilled to get a great, albeit older, suite near the road. Road noise didn't bother use at all and the extra space and privacy were great.

FOOD - We loved the food, although some Couples OR regulars told us that the variety is not as good as it used to be. The French restaurant is fabulous. We thought the buffet was great and loved the Pool Party and Beach Party nights. We also did the Private Dinner on the beach. It's worth the money, especially for those special occasions. The romance package is $269 and it is great.

DRINKS - Drinks were great with good quality liquors. Staff is always warm and friendly.

ACTIVITIES - We were having such a great time at the resort, we didn't do the off-resort activities, but I understand they were great. The water is so clear, we really enjoyed the snorkeling and sailing.

ENTERTAINMENT - The entertainment here is great. Very talented singers and bands. It pretty much closes up at 11:00 except for the piano bar and karoake, but that was fine with us.

OVERALL - We had never been to a Couple's resort, but will definitely go back. We'd like to go back to Ocho Rios after the renovations. Should be even better!

Either I'm spoiled or most of these people do not get out much.
Of course most of the reviews are from Honeymooners. Probably never left their room :-)

The best part of the hotel is the lobby and the staff. (excluding the management desk.)

I agree with the 'Damp and Mold' review. This place is a dump. Our room smelled like mold, the halls smelled like mold, and the exterior walls were covered with mold.
Our garden room was small, air-conditioner only worked on high. Paint was peeling of the bathroom walls and the shower also had mold. Just a dirty dirty place.
The food was alright. The Pool Grill was open all the time, but the other restraunts were at designated times or reservation only.
The beach was full of seaweed when we were there.
Pool and hot tubs were drained, because some of the guest were sick with the norovirus.
The drinks were good, because they were hoping to keep everyone drunk, so they wouldn't realize what a dump it was.

I kind of felt like I was at a Biker Resort. Never saw so many mullets and tattoo's in one place. Myabe that's why there are so many good reviews. It's got to be better than Sturgess.

If this place is so good, why are they closing for 8 months and doing $15 million in renovations.

We transferred to the Ritz after a couple days. Now that's a 5 star Resort. A little more expensive but worth it. The bathroom at the pool was better than the one in our room at Couples.