Sandals Royal Plantation is part of Sandals’ Jamaican fleet of adults-only, all-inclusive resorts that prioritize luxury oversize. Each of its 74 ocean view suites on the Ocho Rios Riviera features a marble washroom, a king-sized bed draped in Italian linens, and a private balcony or patio.
The luxurious (if dated) accommodations and first-rate amenities at Royal Plantation make it a unique Sandals resort. But guests say it’s the pleasant service from the resort personnel that keeps them coming back. Spend your days golfing, scuba diving, or playing tennis, and then relax at Sandals’ Red Lane Spa.
Where is the Sandals Royal Plantation Located?
Royal Plantation is located on its own secluded and beautiful stretch of coastline just east of Ocho Rios on Jamaica’s north shore. While the hotel itself is generally low-key, it is right next door to sister property Sandals Ochi, which has a plethora of additional activities (there are shuttles between the hotels).
The center of Ocho Rios, with its shops and restaurants. It is only a five-minute drive away, and beyond that are endless sites and activities. Ranging from tropical gardens to waterfalls and adventure parks.
The hotel can arrange a tour for you, or you can arrange for a taxi through the concierge. Unlike most nearby resorts, this Sandals provides a complimentary round-trip airport shuttle service. Guests who wish to leave the property at any time can do so by taxi or shuttle, both of which are inexpensive. Taxis are plentiful. The island’s shuttle bus and van service is the most common and least expensive mode of transportation.
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Royal Plantation Sandals Rooms, Services, and Facilities
Sandals Royal Plantation’s room types include villas and suites. The resort is the only one in the Sandals collection that bills itself as an “All-Butler Boutique Resort,” which means that butler service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week in all 74 of the resort’s 74 rooms. Every suite has an HD smart TV, an ocean-view balcony or patio, Red Lane Spa toiletries, king-sized beds, and dual sinks. Love Nest Suites, which provide more privacy and larger bathrooms, are also available on the property.
Royal Plantation places a special emphasis on customer service. Each suite has a butler on duty until 10 p.m., who can provide service to your room and down to the beach; they can also prepare a private dinner for you on the dock or the beach. A pool is located on the clifftop, and hammocks and daybeds are suspended over the water on the beach.
Tennis, watersports (scuba, SUP, kayak), and golf are just a short ride away. Sandals Ochi, with its 16 restaurants and bars and 24-hour entertainment, is open to guests looking for a more lively atmosphere.
Sandals Royal Plantation features two pools and two hot tubs. The main pool area, which is perched on a patio overlooking the ocean, has several chaise lounge chairs and seating areas with tables. Poolside service is available through each guest’s personal butler. At the resort’s beaches and pier, there is additional seating, umbrellas, and a beachside grill. A plunge pool is also available at the Red Lane Spa.
What about Dining and Spa?
The signature Red Lane Spa of the Sandals offers massages, facials, manicures, pedicures, and body scrubs that integrate local ingredients and Caribbean beauty rituals. The Red Lane Spa, housed in a small, stand-alone building, is refined but quaint, with colonial-inspired dark wood seating, scroll print area rugs, ornate chandeliers, and marble on the walls and floors.
The spa offers a wide range of treatments, such as body scrubs, facials, and massages for individuals or couples. Spa visitors have access to a steam room, plunge pools, and several small, secluded outdoor gardens.
Sandals Royal Plantation is home to five restaurants, all of which offer complimentary meals and drinks as part of the all-inclusive rate. Le Papillon serves French-inspired cuisine in an upscale setting. The English pub-themed Wobbly Peacock, the beachside Royal Cafe & Grill, and The Terrace, which serves Caribbean cuisine near the water or on the property’s pier, are among the more casual dining options.
The Tea Terrace, the resort’s fifth restaurant, serves complimentary tea near the pool every day from 4 to 5 p.m. If guests require additional dining options, Sandals Ochi, the resort’s sister property, provides 16 restaurants at no additional cost.
Sandals Royal Plantation Reviews
Tripadvisor data is used to calculate a hotel’s guest rating. The Sandals Royal Plantation has received 3417 reviews. Also with a rating of 4.5 out of 5 on a scale of 1-5.
Sandals Royal Plantation is a member of Sandals’ Jamaican fleet of adults-only, all-inclusive resorts that value luxury oversize. On the Ocho Rios Riviera, each of the 74 ocean view suites has a marble bathroom. Also, a king-sized bed draped in Italian linens, and a private balcony or patio.
The luxurious (if dated) accommodations and first-rate amenities at Royal Plantation set it apart from other Sandals resorts. But guests say the friendly service from the resort staff is what makes it so special.
FAQs
Free WiFi, free breakfast, and a pool are among the more popular amenities.
During their stay, guests can take advantage of free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
Yes, it has a business center, meeting rooms, and a banquet room for your convenience.
JAMerica Tours (0.5 km) and KDK LoFt Jamaica are two nearby attractions (1.1 km).