Sand and Tan Beach Hotel

Hotels
7.6 (744 reviews)
Old Road 5 , Ocho Rios , jm

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Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great beach access
Friendly staff
Cons:
Loud music
Old and unclean rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
5.99
Several reviews mention old and unclean rooms, with complaints of a lack of daily cleaning.
Service
8.46
Staff members are generally described as friendly and helpful, though there were isolated complaints about the receptionist.
Location
8.5
Proximity to the beach and water activities is noted as a positive aspect, despite safety concerns in the surrounding area.
Room Quality
6.45
Rooms are described as old-fashioned and in need of maintenance, with several complaints about cleanliness and upkeep.
Amenities
7.98
The presence of water activities and a lively atmosphere are noted positively, with some issues regarding noise levels.
Value for Money
8.44
Great value for the beach location and activities, although some complaints about food prices.
Food and Beverage
6.99
Mixed reviews on food quality, with some positive mentions of the breakfast, but overall some dissatisfaction with choices.
Overall Experience
7.96
Overall experience is mixed, with positives in atmosphere and location but significant concerns about cleanliness and maintenance.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 06:12

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation

Sand and Tan Beach Hotel in Ocho Rios offers a premium stay experience just steps away from Sunset Beach. The air-conditioned rooms are elegantly furnished with modern amenities including a flat-screen TV, private bathroom, and terrace. Some rooms even feature a convenient kitchenette. Wake up to a delicious breakfast with buffet, à la carte, or continental options.

Exciting Activities

Guests can enjoy a variety of water sports at the hotel's private beach area or relax with a soothing massage service. For adventure seekers, snorkeling, canoeing, and dart games are available, ensuring a fun-filled stay for all.

Convenient Services

With a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, and free WiFi, Sand and Tan Beach Hotel ensures a hassle-free vacation. Indulge in room service, unwind at the bar, or explore nearby attractions like Frankfort Bay Beach. Book now for an unforgettable beach getaway.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 744 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.99
Service: 8.46
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 6.45
Amenities: 7.98
Value for Money: 8.44
Food and Beverage: 6.99
Overall Experience: 7.96
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Simpson • couple • jm
7
It is charming but needs renovation
Pros:

The upstairs chill area about the bar and the sea

Cons:

Property is old and bathroom is leaking. Shower needs renovation

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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ANGELLA • extended_group • jm
3
waste of money
Pros:

nothing to comment on positively

Cons:

product received did not match marketing representation

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Violet • family_with_children • ca
7
Cheap stay so you get what you pay for.
Pros:

It was nice that the hotel was on the beach and it was very clean, lovely water. The beach attendants were lovely, always helped us move the beach chairs and umbrellas. It was nice that the bar was on the beach too so drink topups were quick. The staff were very friendly.

Cons:

I specifically requested a quiet room for my baby and also a room on the ground floor because my mum is disabled and couldn't go up the stairs. We got a room right across from the bar which was fine. What wasn't fine was every night the bar had music on full blast until unsociable hours. One night in particular it was still going at 10pm and my mum stuck her head out the door and asked to turn it off because it kept waking up my baby, only to find it was just staff playing music loud to entertain themselves while they cleaned up. Also the breakfast was cold and was the same every day (callalloo for Jamaican breakfast 3 days in a row or eggs). The restaurant was out of many options on the menu for the 3 days we were there and when we did order food it took 2hrs to come.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Luiza • extended_group • br
10
Ótima hospedagem
Pros:

A praia em frente é maravilhosa! Tem um bar com ótimas opções de comida e bebida de frente pro mar. Quartos espaçosos e camas muito confortáveis. Ótima localização! Ficamos apenas uma noite, mas eu voltaria com certeza! Melhor hospedagem que ficamos na Jamaica

2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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Dervin • solo_traveller • us
5
2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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CLAUDIA • couple • it
7
Malgrado il prezzo esagerato per i servizi offerti, il soggiorno è stato puacevole e molto rilassante grazie alla posizi
Pros:

Ottima posizione direttamente su una spiaggia privata molto carina. Atmosfera calda e locale, non turistica . Ristorantino sul mare. Grande disponibilità del personale

Cons:

Bagno senza finestra e solo due asciugamani Camera disadorna con arredi poveri . Colazione minimalista. Strada in pessime condizioni

2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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Ivy • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Janine • family_with_children • gb
4
Pros:

Beautiful beautiful

Cons:

We ordered food from the restaurant and we had to wait for two hours.

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Brandon • couple • jm
6
2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Manuel Angulo • solo_traveller • pe
8
Lugar encantador
Pros:

La playa, muy bonita y el personal muy amable.

Cons:

Que hay muchos mosquitos en las habitaciones. Deberían fumigar a diario y poner mosquiteros.

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Gazadonf • solo_traveller • ch
4
Pros:

La plage ... même si la présence de cailloux oblige de porter des chaussures de plage.
Dommage que l'hôtel ne nettoie pas cette plage !!!

Cons:

Equipements vieux et en partie défectueux.
Musique très bruyante à la plage les samedis, dimanches et jours fériés !

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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nina luisa • extended_group • ch
6
Beautiful beach, local spot, small and old hotel.
Pros:

The beach and location is beautiful. Many locals are visiting there, which makes it an authentic experience. The staff was friendly and very chill.

Cons:

- they lost the key of our room and didnt clean for 2 days the room.
- towels were not available sometimes
- the door to the balcony was not closing good.

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Romayne • couple • jm
4
Pros:

We liked the beach

Cons:

Limited Jamaican breakfast Options, the mattress and pillows are worn out which made us very uncomfortable, extremely loud music that started playing around 10:45 while I was trying to sleep in, the WiFi didn’t work for 90% of the time, also contacts provided didn’t work,

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Andreas • couple • ch
5
Pros:

Direkter Zugang zum Strand und Meernähe

Cons:

Unmotiviertes Personal,Tagsüber war der Strad von Einheimischen belegt [Osterfeiertage]
Frühstück Kaffee oder The aus Papbecher und eine kleine Auswahl .
Preis Leistungsverhältnis zu teuer.

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Perkins • solo_traveller • jm
10
2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Nicole • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-04-03 • via Nuitee
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Kenwood • couple • us
1
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Everything

2026-04-01 • via Nuitee
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Evelyn • extended_group • jm
5
Not for mature audiences...
Pros:

Most of the staff were friendly. The waitresses and breakfast kitchen were friendly.
The room was comfortable.

Cons:

There was no daily maid service, had to go to reception to get a roll of toilet paper. Had to beg for bath and hand towels.
There was LOUD music all day and all evening, till about 10 p.m.
This is a rustic, basic, local place suitable for a young crowd.

2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Laura • extended_group • de
7
Gutes Hotel- wenn man mobil ist.
Pros:

Der Ausblick aus dem Zimmer war super. Die Musik an der Bar war auch immer sehr gut! Die Zimmer waren sehr groß und man hatte alles was man brauchte. Das Frühstück war auch immer sehr lecker.

Cons:

Die Sauberkeit- Vorallem im Bad war nicht so gut.
Zudem ist fussläufig nicht viel zu erreichen. Die Preise für Getränke und Essen im Hotel sind recht teuer.

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Desmarine • extended_group • gb
4
Ok, but wouldn’t stay again
Pros:

Being on the beach was really nice. Bar staff and breakfast staff were amazing

Cons:

One particular reception staff tried to get money out of us and when i said i can pay by card she said no cash only. I stated i had no cash so she said “oh, it’s ok don’t worry about it.

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee