Montego Bay

...the capital of Saint James Parish on Jamaica’s north coast, is a major cruise ship port with numerous beach resorts and golf courses outside its commercial core. Popular beaches include Doctor’s Cave Beach and Walter Fletcher Beach, home to an amusement park. There’s also snorkeling and diving at coral reefs in the protected waters of Montego Bay Marine Park.

Montego Bay is known for its luxurious accommodations and world-class golf courses. The famous Hip Strip (Jimmy Cliff Boulevard) offers an array of restaurants.

A Real Melting Pot

The tropical adventure of your dreams awaits you in Montego Bay, Jamaica's second city and major cruise ship port. Whether you’re looking to relax on perfect white sandy beaches with clear blue skies above, be swept away in the rocking nightlife steps from your hotel, enjoy a round of golf on our spectacular courses or enjoy thrilling experiences that etch lifetime memories, you’ll find it in enchanting “Mobay.” Often referred to as the complete resort, Montego Bay is known for its luxurious accommodations and world-class golf courses. The famous Hip Strip (Jimmy Cliff Boulevard) offers an array of restaurants, bars, and shops.

Go on snorkeling or diving adventures at the Montego Bay Marine Park and explore colorful coral reefs teeming with tropical fish and check out Doctor's Cave Reef and Secrets Reef for some of the best snorkeling spots in Montego Bay. The stately Rose Hall Great House is a must visit to learn about the legend of Annie Palmer, the "White Witch of Rosehall". If you are brave enough, tour the famous mansion at night when it is said that Annie Palmer roams the halls of the haunted estate.

Montego Bay a marvelous melting pot of cultures, buzzing with locals, visitors, and expats who’ve made Jamaica their home. Enjoy the exuberant pubs and clubs, the wide array of eateries, the pristine beaches, the incredible artistry and craftsmanship of our people, and the diverse accommodations here ranging from all-inclusive resorts to boutique hotels to suit every taste.

Get to know Montego Bay

We’ll get you on the right track. Montego Bay is the perfect spot to get your Jamaican adventure off to a good start. Here are a couple of things to know; from facts to handy tips, what clothes to pack and what you shouldn’t leave without seeing.

Facts About Montego Bay:

1. Jamaica has a tropical climate, specifically a tropical wet-and-dry climate, characterized by a wet season from May to November, which coincides with the hurricane season, and a dry season from December to April. Regardless of the season, pack your summer clothes, and a couple of jerseys for safety.

2. Doctor's Cave Beach is one of the most famous beaches in Jamaica for its clean and beautiful waters. It is open to the public as well as to members of the Doctor's Cave Bathing Club. The whole family can have fun by renting a snorkel and scuba gear here.

3. Margaritaville is a top bar and restaurant, and quite an experience too. Featuring the music of Jimmy Buffett, a slide and a swimming pool are out back so get ready for the ride of your life.

4. You'll find most meals and drinks very affordable, so if you're bringing the whole family to our island, look forward to a few treats out.

5. The Montego Bay resort area is made up of the parishes of Trelawny and St. James. Head out to see the treasures in Trelawny like the historic town of Falmouth, or rafting on the Martha Brae River. 

Explore RIU Montego Bay...

Riu Montego Bay is an adults only (18+) all-inclusive resort situated along a shimmering beach and surrounded by lush gardens in beautiful Jamaica. Conveniently located by numerous offsite shopping centers and a fabulous nightlife, this island oasis offers a wide variety of activities and deluxe accommodations in beautiful setting. A total refurbishment was completed in 2020 making it an ideal resort for couples and singles to enjoy the Splash Water World adult waterpark, five pools, five restaurants plus an on-site spa.

Riu Montego Bay boasts a convenient location at just a few-minutes' drive from both MBJ's airport and downtown MoBay area for shopping and night life, right between Negril and Ocho Rios, allowing prime proximity to main excursion and sightseeing points of interest. This is the perfect hotel for RIU guests wishing to take advantage of Jamaica's many tourist sites!

The all-inclusive plan at Riu Montego Bay includes room accommodations as selected; 

  • Unlimited meals (and theme buffets three times a week) 
  • Snacks available 24 hours 
  • Unlimited beverages including domestic and select imported alcoholic, fruit juices and sodas 24 hours 
  • Regularly stocked in-room mini-bar and liquor dispensers 
  • Tennis, aerobics, volleyball, water polo, darts, ping pong
  • Complimentary sun loungers
  • Towels and umbrellas by pool area
  • Non-motorized water sports including windsurfing, kayaks, boogie boards, small sailboats, snorkel gear and one introductory scuba diving lesson in the pool
  • Resort activities and entertainment including sports bar, theatre and entrance and drinks at "Pacha" Disco (open six nights a week)
  • In-room safe
  • All hotel taxes and gratuities
5 Restaurants 4 Bars/Lounges

Meals, snacks and beverages are available 24 hours a day at the Riu Montego Bay. Guests enjoy a choice of sumptuous buffet venues or fabulous a la carte specialty restaurants... something to suit all tastes.

Breakfast:

  • Full American breakfast buffet and on the spot cooking stations
  • Continental breakfast/snack

Lunch:

  • Hot and cold buffet and on the spot cooking stations
  • Pizzas, pasta, salads and assorted desserts
  • Jerk (traditional Jamaican barbecue) station (six times a week)

Dinner:

  • Buffets and on the spot cooking stations
  • Special evenings: Theme buffets (3 times a week)

To enhance service quality and minimize waiting times at Riu specialty restaurants in Jamaica, Riu are now offering dinner reservations. Guests can conveniently schedule their reservations through the RIU APP upon check-in. This update applies to 7 properties in the destination, excluding the Asian Restaurant in Riu Ocho Rios.


Optional Dining:

  • "Kulinarium" restaurant (à la carte)
  • Steakhouse (à la carte)
  • "Golden Dragon" Asian restaurant (buffet)
  • "Sofia" Italian restaurant ( à la carte; buffet starters and dessert)
  • "Rose Hall" Main restaurant with terrace

Dress code for dinner. (Main restaurant: gentlemen no sleeveless T Shirts. Theme restaurants: gentlemen no sleeveless T-shirts; long trousers should be worn.


Snacks: 24 hours a day.


Bars

Unlimited domestic and a selection of imported alcoholic beverages, tropical juice cocktails and soft drinks are included in your stay.

  • Exodus - lounge bar with terrace
  • Lobby bar
  • Roots- poolside bar with swim-up bar
  • Sports bar
  • In-room minibar and liquor dispenser
Sports & Activities

A wide variety of activities is available, so whether your idea of a perfect vacation includes lounging on the beach or by the pool or something a little more active, there's something for everyone!


  • Gym
  • Table tennis
  • Beach-volleyball
  • Swimming pool with adjoining Jacuzzi
  • Sauna
  • Fitness center
  • Aerobics
  • Windsurfing
  • Sailing
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Water polo
  • Kayaking
  • Introductory SCUBA diving lesson in the pool
  • SCUBA Diving Center**
  • Billiards**
  • Spa treatments**
  • Beauty salon**

Entertainment

  • Daytime entertainment program (daily)
  • Riu evening program or live music (daily)
  • Variety shows
  • Riu Theme Shows
  • Complimentary entrance to Pacha Disco and drinks (open six nights a week)
  • Game room with slot machines and video games

Other sports and facilities nearby (additional charge)

All kinds of additional non-motorized and motorized water sports and horseback riding are readily available and easily arranged.


Golf - Cinnamon Hill Golf Course, Rose Hall (Montego Bay)

*Inclusions: Green, Cart and caddie fees, Driving range use up to an hour before play, All Taxes and Government Charges

*Clients are welcome to book with at least 24 hours and up to 1 year in advance.


Golf - White Witch Golf Course, Rose Hall (Montego Bay)

*Inclusions: Green, Cart and caddie fees, Driving range use up to an hour before play, All Taxes and Government Charges

*Clients are welcome to book with at least 24 hours and up to 1 year in advance.



Golf - Negril Hills Golf Club (Negril)

*Clients are welcome to book with at least 24 hours in advance.

Costs, Deposits, & Travel Insurance

Land Only  

All pricing includes:

  • Group T-shirt
  • Roundtrip airport transfers
  • Welcome cocktail party
  • Meet & Greet dinner
  • Accommodations 
  • All-inclusive amenities
  • All-Day Group excursion*
  • All hotel taxes and gratuities

$50.00 per person to book

*Optional; If you opt out $165.00 will be deducted from pricing 

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Payment Details:

  • Booking Form & Initial deposit due at the time of booking
  • 2nd deposit of $200.00 per person due by April 7, 2027
  • Balance due by May 7, 2027
  • Excursion deposit ($83.00) due June 15, 2027; Paid by Cash App (1EccentricXcursions) or Zelle (Info@chantenicole.com) 
  • Excursion balance ($82.00) due by June 30, 2027; ; Paid by Cash App (1EccentricXcursions) or Zelle (Info@chantenicole.com)

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The purchase of travel insurance is highly recommended. 

Obtain travel insurance quote here.


Any changes other than minor changes

Up to 3+ days prior to departure $25 per room plus applicable hotel/feature penalties or fees. 

2-0 days prior to departure $50 per room plus applicable hotel/feature penalties or fees. 

Name changes are subject to supplier policy/acceptance. More than one name change per room on a reservation is considered a cancel/rebook.

No supplier change fee for minor changes including the following (airline/hotel/feature penalties, charges and price increases still apply):

  • Minor name correction of no more than a 3-letter change (does not apply to name corrections for airline tickets that require re-issuing of a ticket)
  • Adding passenger
  • Change to higher-priced hotel or room category
  • Change in length of stay resulting in a price increase

 



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