When it comes to relaxing getaways, Hotel Riu Montego Bay overlooking Mahoe Bay ticks all the boxes on your holiday wish-list. This 24-hour all inclusive Jamaica adult-only hotel was completely refurbished in 2020 and now showcases a plethora of on-site facilities, tasty dining, chic guest accommodation, and daytime and evening entertainment options.
Daytimes centre around the pool area and beach. Pull up a sun lounger by the water's edge and work on your tan or catch a few rays on the sands. Escape for a hot stone massage in the spa, get active with a group fitness session, whizz down water slides at the water park, or ride a windsurfing board. Leave the hotel behind to visit Martha Brae River and Glistening Waters Lagoon.
Make yourself at home in your guest room or suite. Mix up a cocktail from the liquor dispenser and minibar to drink as you take in the views from your balcony. Catch up on the news on the satellite television, while the air-conditioning keeps things cool so you can sleep. Why not upgrade to a suite with hydro massage bathtub, sea view, and integrated lounge area?
A whole world of flavours await at the on-site eateries. Dine buffet-style in the main eatery three times a day or feast on gourmet, Asian, Italian, and steakhouse fare in the quartet of a la carte restaurants. Socialise with your favourite drinks in the four bars and enjoy a lively line-up of evening music and shows or dance the night away in the disco.
Property facilities
The abundant facilities at Hotel Riu Montego Bay include: five outdoor swimming pools, one with a swim-up bar; sun terraces with sun loungers, towels, and parasols; water park with water slides, beach with sun loungers, five restaurants, four bars, disco, complimentary Wi-Fi access and parking, 24-hour reception, concierge service, welcome drink of cava, fitness centre, gift shop, and wellness centre with treatments and massages, beauty salon, and hairdresser.
Sports and activity-wise, you'll find: beach volleyball, group fitness at the RiuFit area, windsurfing, small catamarans, snorkelling equipment, kayaking, daytime animation programme, and introductory scuba diving lessons in the pool. A scuba diving school and billiards are also available at an extra cost; while water sports, golf course, and horse riding are offered locally too.
Food, drink & entertainment
Rose Hall Restaurant offers a terrace, live cooking stations, and buffet-style dishes at breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Jerk Station is your go-to for spicy fare at lunch time and a selection of snacks are also available around-the-clock. A la carte options at dinner include gourmet fare at Kulinarium; authentic Italian dishes at Sofia Italian Restaurant; hearty steaks at the Steakhouse; and Asian buffet-style dishes at Golden Dragon Asian Restaurant. Romantic dinners on the beach can also be arranged at a cost.
Swim up to Roots poolside bar for ice cold beers and signature cocktails. Relax with a tropical cocktail on the terrace at Exodus lounge bar or Plaza bar. Lobby Bar and Sports Bar also offer all your favourite drinks. The evening entertainment includes shows and live music, plus the Riu Get Together Park for Riu hotel guests in Montego Bay once a week. You can also dance the night away at Pacha disco.
Sport, games & activities
Get your day off to a healthy start with few laps of the outdoor pools or a workout in the well-equipped fitness centre. Join in group fitness activities at the RiuFit area or partner up for a game of tennis. Whizz down the water slides at the water park or take to the water on a windsurfing board or kayak. Explore underwater delights on a snorkelling or scuba diving session.
Renova Spa offers a beauty salon, hairdresser, and of menu of treatments for top-to-toe pampering. Venture out of the hotel and pay a visit to Montego Bay's Sam Sharpe Memorial, 'The Cage, and Bob Marley Experience and Theater; while Martha Brae River and Glistening Waters Lagoon are also not to be missed. There are also four scenic golf clubs in the local vicinity.
Room facilities
Discover a total of 826 guest rooms and suites at Hotel Riu Montego Bay across seven categories; ranging from Double Standard Rooms through to Suites with Sea View. Double Standard Rooms feature a bathroom with shower, double washbasin, and hairdryer; two small double beds or a king-size bed, lounge area with sofa, telephone, complimentary Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, fan, minibar, liquor dispenser, satellite television, electronic safe, and balcony or terrace.
